«Working with the llamas helps me connect with the world.
Through my relationship with the llama, I get to know myself better.»
Animal-assisted support
Animal-assisted therapy refers to interventions in which the targeted use of an animal can have a positive effect on people suffering from both mental and physical illnesses. Llamas are animals whose calm and unhurried nature can have a soothing and balancing effect on people. They are excellent at striking a balance between closeness and distance, whilst remaining curious and people-oriented.
Animal-assisted therapy is only carried out in collaboration with a professional organisation and specialist staff.
Animal-assisted interaction
Animal-assisted interaction is an animal-assisted support programme with a structured daily routine, tailored to the individual needs of each participant. It involves guided activities with and centred on animals, in natural surroundings and within a group setting.
Are you looking for a possibility for your organisation?
Care homes for people with disabilities, care homes for the elderly, childcare centres, etc.
Are you looking for suitable excursions, holiday activities, etc. for your organisation?
The picturesque setting of the ‘Obere Klus’ farm, with its idyllic pastures and meadows, combined with the ‘Kluser Lamas’, the farm’s other animals and its cosy yet practical facilities, makes it the ideal destination for activities.
Or would you like to organise an event yourself?
Therapist?
Do you have training in therapy and would you like to work with animals alongside your clients? We would be delighted to make our farm and our animals available to you. The animals are regularly used in animal-assisted therapy and are accustomed to interacting with people. We would be happy to support you in your therapeutic work and offer you advice.
Please get in touch with us
or give us a call. We’d be happy to answer your questions and work with you to put together a package tailored to your organisation’s needs.
Module 1 | Llama
A day’s activities involving looking after and feeding the llamas and tending the pasture. Includes a walk or an obstacle course with the llamas.
4 sessions | once a week | 2.5 hours each | CHF 150 per hour per group
Module 2 | Llama Plus
Daily routine involving looking after and feeding the llamas and tending the pasture. Includes a walk or an obstacle course with the llamas.
Also: wool, washing, carding and felting.
8 sessions | once a week | 2.5 hours each | CHF 150 per hour per group
Module 3 | Farm animals
Daily routine involving the care and feeding of the donkeys, ponies and chickens. During the winter months, this also includes feeding the cattle.
Includes a walk with the ponies and donkeys.
4 sessions | once a week | 2.5 hours each | CHF 150 per hour per group
Module 4 | Farm Animals Plus
This module comprises Modules 1 and 3.
8 sessions | once a week | 2.5 hours each | CHF 150 per hour per group
All modules can also be attended every other week. All modules can be extended.
Group size: 4–6 participants, depending on the level of supervision required.
Morning and afternoon snacks available on request.
All courses are led by a course leader from Obere Klus, including
“Working with and caring for the animals has given me a daily routine. Through my daily interactions with the animals (llamas, alpacas), I have found it easier to connect with the people around me. The farm and its surroundings provide the ideal atmosphere for relaxation and recuperation.”
