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| © Михаил Руденко/iStock via Getty Images You Can Pay to Cuddle Cows at This New York Farm |
By Michele Debczak, Mental Floss
Cuddling offers proven health benefits: Snuggling up with something
(or someone) warm releases "cuddle hormones" that reduce stress and
boost your overall sense of wellbeing. But you don't necessarily need to find a human partner to reap these rewards. At the Mountain Horse Farm in Naples, New York, you can pay $75 to cuddle with cows for an hour, ABC News reports.
The cattle at this farm and bed and breakfast have been available for
guests to hug since last spring. Originally, the farm only offered
horse therapy, and then owner Suzanne Vullers realized that cows had
something to contribute as well. Unlike horses, cows spend a lot of
their days lying down. Their gentle, relaxed nature makes them the
perfect cuddle companions.
For $75,
up to two people can hang out in the pasture for an hour and cuddle any
cows that are willing. The Mountain Horse Farm emphasizes that it's not
a petting zoo, and cows get to choose whether or not they want to get
up close and personal with strangers. Visitors are shown how to best
approach and interact with the cows before their snuggle session begins.
Offering unique experiences with livestock is an increasingly popular way for farms to make extra cash. Goat yoga has become mainstream around the U.S., and some farms have even organized alpaca dance classes.
To sign up for a cow-cuddling experience, you can book a session online.
