Pet Therapy in Western MA
Therapy for the Soul
Holding guinea pigs promotes peace and comfort, for body, mind, soul, and spirit.
Calm in Every Cuddle
Whether in nursing homes, schools, or community events, each connection is filled with warmth and love.
Healing Through Hugs
Reduce stress by calming the mind, foundational for mental and physical healing.
MY VISION
At Lisa’s Guinea Pigs Cheer Team, we believe in the magic that happens when a gentle guinea pig meets a caring hand.
These sweet, furry friends have a way of lifting spirits, easing stress, and bringing smiles to people of all ages.
Our mission is to share that joy with nursing homes, special needs schools, and community programs—anywhere a little extra comfort is needed.
Our cheerful team of guinea pigs brings joy, happiness, calm, comfort, and healing to those who need it most in our community.
I am committed to sharing the Guinea Pigs Cheer Team with children and adults facing developmental, cognitive, behavioral, emotional, or physical challenges. Our team brings comfort, companionship, and a moment of pure connection.
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As a nurse, connection is my calling. I look forward to hearing your pet stories, and bonding with all those in your community.
Love through Guinea Pigs and Lisa
Love through Guinea Pigs and Lisa
As a nurse, connection is my calling. I look forward to hearing your pet stories, and bonding with all those in your community.
Comfort You Can Hold
People of all ages benefit from connection with animals, which provides a healthy distraction from hardship
Pure Companionship
Every cuddle is a reminder that friendship comes in all shapes, sizes, and fur colors.
Love through Lisa
As a nurse, connection is my calling. I look forward to hearing your pet stories, and bonding meaningfully with all those in your community.
COMFORT AND HEALING
Animal-Assisted Activity: Pet Therapy
Animal-Assisted Activities are informal visits with friendly animals, that provide comfort, enjoyment, and social interaction, but without specific treatment goals.
Studies show that fun animal interactions are beneficial to our overall well-being.
Community
I visit nursing homes, day care programs, and supportive learning environments, with my three personable guinea pigs who love being held.
Connection
These visits create moments of connection, where individuals can pet, cuddle, and interact with the animals . . . calming and nurturing to thy soul.
Health
Studies have shown that interacting with animals can help lower blood pressure, reduce feelings of loneliness, and release endorphins that improve mood.
Focus
Holding a warm, soft guinea pig helps people feel more relaxed and present. it can spark memories and ignite social engagement.
- Meet Our Team -
Lisa
Henrietta
Miss Frenchie
Mr. Tomato
Where We Love to Cheer
Senior Care
Nursing Homes
Assisted Living
Adult Day Program
Hospice Facilities
Schools
Special Education
Inclusive Learning
Elementary Schools
Libraries
Medical
Counseling Centers
Support Groups
Hospitals
Rehab Facilities
ENGAGING and uplifting
Guinea Pig Therapy for Seniors: Comfort, Connection, and Companionship
At the heart of our pet therapy service is a simple but powerful idea: healing through connection.
We bring gentle, affectionate guinea pigs to nursing homes and senior care facilities, offering residents a chance to hold, pet, and interact with these charming little animals.
Our visits bring calmness, moments of joy, and emotional warmth — all wrapped up in the soft fur and soothing presence of a guinea pig.
Child Development
I bring the calming presence of guinea pigs to children in special needs schools, preschools, and library day programs.
This peaceful space fosters emotional growth, sensory engagement, and social connection.
Special Needs
For children with sensory sensitivities, autism spectrum disorders, or developmental challenges, guinea pigs offer a soothing tactile experience.
Their soft fur, quiet sounds, and predictable movements help reduce overstimulation and anxiety.
Social Connection
Group settings with guinea pigs spark curiosity and cooperation.
Children gather to observe, ask questions, and share their experiences — building social skills and a sense of community.
Cheer for the Hurting
My guinea pigs and I want to uplift the spirits of those in pain, and provide a healthy distraction from the unrelenting heartache of illness.
These gentle, low-maintenance animals offer a nonthreatening presence that can ease the stress of a clinical environment.
Just a few minutes of holding or observing a guinea pig can help patients—and even busy medical staff—pause, breathe, and reconnect with the here and now.
Interacting with a gentle guinea pig releases calming neurochemicals and anchors patients in a moment of mindful connection, reducing stress and fostering emotional healing.
In counseling and group therapy sessions, guinea pigs become catalysts for conversation and trust-building.
They help break down emotional barriers by providing a shared point of focus and nonverbal bond.
In rehab facilities, patients often respond more enthusiastically to exercises when a furry friend is involved—whether it’s gripping a guinea pig for hand-strengthening or simply enjoying a moment of gentle play.
Pet Therapy Benefits
Healing
Relaxation
Interactive
Social
With tiny paws and hearts so sweet,
guinea pigs strive to make thy joy complete.
They cheer with cuddles, squeaks, and play,
And brighten lives in a meaningful way.
A gentle touch, a loving friend,
Their comfort and love knows no end.
Where smiles are needed, they appear,
Lisa’s team brings hope and cheer.
CALL OR TEXT LISA AT
413-239-4313
EMAIL: LISASGUINEAPIGS@GMAIL.COM
