31/03/2026
They thought they were making an April Fools joke… except that sheep really DO make excellent emotional support / therapy animals! My wool puppies often serve that role - for visiting kids and teens (and me and my staff!), when we’re out performing at shows and markets, and visiting retirement homes and schools. They just exude calm and grounded energy and love quiet cuddles.
UPDATE:
Well… ewe caught us 🐑
No sheep were harmed, relocated, or issued boarding passes today. But we hope we gave ewe a good laugh.
From our woolly spokesperson Gary:
“10/10 would consider flying … but only if snacks are included.”
Happy April Fools’ Day from the team at Hamilton Airport.
And in slightly less fluffy news, don't forget ewe can fly direct from Hamilton to the Gold Coast, Sydney, Christchurch and Wellington - even without using an emotional support sheep! 🐑
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✈️✈️ BIG NEWS 🐑
Hamilton Airport is proud to announce a new passenger wellbeing initiative currently being trialled in the terminal: Emotional Support Sheep.
Feeling a little nervous before your flight? Our trained flock of four support sheep are available for 30-minute slots of pats, selfies, and quiet emotional reassurance prior to boarding.
The sheep are extremely calm, very approachable, toilet-trained and only occasionally attempt to eat boarding passes.
Passengers can collect their sheep after they’ve checked in from our Sheep Services Team, located in the Customer Zone.
Please ensure you return your sheep before boarding.
Tag someone who needs an emotional support sheep before flying. 🐑✈️😜
