Happy Tails Entertainment

Private Animal Encounters

One-on-one time with some genuinely remarkable animals.

Step into an unforgettable adventure. Exclusive, one-on-one time with capybaras, wallabies, porcupines, alpacas, reptiles and more — filled with laughter, learning and a great many photographs.

Guests sit on the ground with two Patagonian cavies during a private animal encounter.

Encounter packages

Four packages. Pick your animals.

Every encounter is completely private, giving your family the space to ask questions, interact with the animals and take as many photographs as you like — all guided by our handlers. You will also get to feed and pet many of the animals.

Silver

$75

per person · about 60 minutes

  • Meet and play with our Alpacas
  • Meet and play with our Patagonian Cavies
  • 2 surprise furry friends
  • 1 reptilian friend

Gold

$85

per person · about 60 minutes

  • Meet and play with our African Porcupines
  • Meet and play with our Wallabies
  • 2 surprise furry friends
  • 1 reptilian friend

Platinum

$150

per person · a full 2 hours

  • Build your own encounter
  • A whopping 11 animals
  • A FREE painting-with-a-porcupine session
  • Design it exactly how you want it

Have more than 4 guests? Ask about the group discount. All animals have off days just like people and are subject to substitution; some have interaction restrictions for their own welfare.

Add-ons

Take home more than photographs.

Booked at the same time as your encounter.

Painting with a Porcupine (per painting; requires a porcupine encounter) $25
Porcupine quill bundle $5
Pre-made painting by an animal artist $15

Before you book

The questions we are asked most.

How long do the encounters last?

Between 1 and 2 hours depending on your package. Silver and Gold run about 60 minutes, Diamond around 90 minutes, and Platinum a full 2 hours.

How much time do we get with each animal?

Around 20 minutes with the main animals — capybaras, alpacas, Patagonian cavies, African porcupines and wallabies. Smaller critters like bunnies, reptiles and skunks spend about 5 to 10 minutes with you each.

How many people can we bring?

Encounter packages are designed for groups of up to 10 people, which suits families, friends and small parties. The more people you bring, the better the per-person rate — ask about the group discount for more than 4 guests.

Is there an age restriction?

Yes. Participants must be at least 5 years old, for the safety and comfort of both guests and animals.

Where exactly are you?

We are on our own property in Pipe Creek, Texas, in the Hill Country — roughly 35 to 45 minutes from the north-west side of San Antonio. Encounters are by reservation only and the exact address is supplied when you book.

Do you offer a season pass?

Not a season pass, but we do have a Loyalty Card. Meet the alpacas, African porcupines, wallabies and Patagonian cavies and get a FREE capybara add-on at your next visit. Each guest needs their own punch card.

Book

Reserve your encounter.

Call or text (210) 385-4351, or send a note and we will come back to you with available dates.