Where are you located?
Los Gatos, California, USA
How old is Trixie?
Born in 2020 (5 years old)
Is she a pony?
No, she is a miniature horse
Why does she wear rubber shoes?
If she didn't use her shoes, she would slip all over the hospital floor.
What if she need to go potty whole on the job?
Trixie is well trained and sends signals to Tiffany if there is an issue, but just in case there is an issue, we equip her with a poop bag to catch any droppings she might need to leave.
Does Trixie have to go through any training?
Yes. Hooves of Happiness is always working with our therapy animals to teach them both manners and fun tricks for you to enjoy. In addition Trixie goes through the therapy certification process so she can visit people in a hospital setting.
Does Trixie enjoy her job?
Yes, we wouldn't do it with an animal that didn't love the work. Trixie knows the routine and eagerly pulls her handler through the front door of the hospital when she arrives. She is always excited to see me friends!
Do you do birthday parties?
No, we are strictly focused on helping those who need the help.
How can we schedule a visit?
Please fill out the form here and we will get back to you.
Is there a way to send a thank you note to Trixie and her friends?
Yes, on our website there is a contact us page. We will be able to follow up if needed.
Does Hooves of Happiness have a wish list for donations?
Yes, Here is our Wishlist which can also be found in our donation page.Are the animals friendly?
Yes! All of our animals have been thoroughly vetted to ensure that they are gentle and play well with others. We ask the same of anyone visiting with our team, being gentle and kind puts everyone in a great mood!
Are there any restrictions on feeding the animals?
We kindly ask that you do not feed any of our service animals food that you have with you. Our team usually brings snacks and treats that we will gladly hand out to whoever would like the opportunity to treat them.