Therapy Cat Development Program
At Sunshine Snow Siberians, we have always believed that the extraordinary bond between humans and cats has the power to comfort, heal, and transform lives.
We are excited to announce the upcoming launch of our Therapy Cat Development Program in 2027, an initiative designed to prepare carefully selected Siberian cats for meaningful roles providing emotional comfort, companionship, and therapeutic support. As part of this exciting next chapter, our founder, Beth Feild, will complete her certification in Animal-Assisted Therapy, combining professional education with years of experience raising, socializing, and matching Siberians with families who have unique emotional and developmental needs. Our goal is to take the natural intelligence, affectionate temperament, and intuitive nature of the Siberian breed and develop those qualities through a thoughtful, structured program.
Unlike traditional kitten placement, our new program will focus on selecting young adult Siberians whose temperaments demonstrate exceptional potential for therapeutic work. These cats will participate in a comprehensive developmental program emphasizing confidence, emotional resilience, adaptability, and trust. Through positive reinforcement, gradual exposure to unfamiliar environments, new people, sounds, movement, handling, and everyday situations, we will help each cat develop the skills needed to remain comfortable and engaged in a variety of settings. Special attention will be given to recognizing stress signals, respecting each cat's individual limits, and building positive human–animal relationships. Not every cat is suited for therapy work, and that is precisely why thoughtful selection, preparation, and evaluation are so important. Our vision is to develop not simply wonderful companions, but confident, well-adjusted Siberians capable of making a meaningful difference in the lives of others.
Be Among the First to Welcome a Sunshine Snow Therapy Cat Into Your Life! We invite individuals and families interested in welcoming one of our specially selected and trained Siberians to contact us about joining our priority reservation list. Because each cat will be carefully evaluated for temperament, resilience, and suitability for therapeutic companionship, only a limited number will be available through this exclusive program. We will work closely with prospective families to understand their individual needs, lifestyle, and goals, ensuring that each placement is thoughtfully matched to create the strongest possible human–animal bond. Whether you are seeking a companion for emotional support, a calming presence for a child with special needs, or a cat with the potential to participate in formal therapy work, we would love to explore how our program might benefit you. Contact Sunshine Snow Siberians today to learn more about our upcoming program and reserve your place on our priority list.