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Tennessee goat ranch offers snuggles, yoga and animal therapy
By Kym Clark at KGNS — Sitewide
· June 22, 2026
· 2 min read
ROSSVILLE, Tenn. (Aging Untold) — A winter baby boom at a small ranch outside Memphis transformed a hobby into a business offering goat snuggles, yoga sessions and visits to the community. Collin Champagne and his wife, Lindsey, run Walkapony Goat Ranch in Rossville, Tennessee, about 45 minutes o...
Key takeaway Collin Champagne and his wife, Lindsey, run Walkapony Goat Ranch in Rossville, Tennessee, about 45 minutes outside Memphis.
Why this matters in Laredo News
The concept of animal therapy and unique interactive experiences like those offered by the Tennessee goat ranch could have interesting applications in Laredo 's own community. As the city continues to grow and develop, there may be opportunities for local entrepreneurs to create similar businesses, perhaps incorporating animals native to the Webb County area. This could not only provide a unique source of entertainment and stress relief for residents, but also create new avenues for community engagement and education about local wildlife. Additionally, the success of the goat ranch in providing therapy visits to elderly shut-ins and other groups suggests that similar initiatives in Laredo could have a positive impact on the city's social services and community outreach programs. It will be worth watching to see if any local businesses or organizations explore similar ideas in the future.
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Category: business ·
Published: June 22, 2026 ·
Source: KGNS — Sitewide ·
Reading time: 2 min
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What is this story about? ROSSVILLE, Tenn. (Aging Untold) — A winter baby boom at a small ranch outside Memphis transformed a hobby into a business offering goat snuggles, yoga sessions and visits to the community. Collin Champagne and his wife, Lindsey, run Walkapony Goat Ranch in Rossville, Tennessee, about 45 minutes o...
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