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The Humane Society of Broward County is excited to introduce our Animal-Assisted Wellness Classes to the South Florida community. These unique sessions harness the healing power of the human-animal bond to support and restore the mind, body, and spirit—promoting balance, relaxation, and overall well-being.

 

There are puppies present in all Animal-Assisted Wellness Classes. 

Classes being offered at the shelter:

Puppy Yoga: Mindful Paws

Puppy Yoga: Yoga Zen

Puppy Yoga: Chakra Flow

NEW!! Puppy Pilates

Puppy Yoga: Mindful Paws is a calming, restorative class designed to nurture the mind, body, and spirit through movement, mindfulness, and meaningful connection with puppies. Participants are guided through an uplifting wellness experience that blends mindful meditation, sound therapy, and gentle movement, all enhanced by the comforting and joyful presence of puppies. This unique class promotes relaxation, balance, and emotional well-being.
 
The class is 60 minutes long, with up to 30 participants in each class.

Puppy Yoga: Yoga Zen blends the calming benefits of traditional yoga with the joy and playful energy of puppies. Participants are guided through gentle yoga poses and relaxing movement while adorable, adoptable puppies from the Humane Society of Broward County roam freely, offering cuddles, kisses, and plenty of playful interaction. This uplifting experience encourages relaxation, stress relief, laughter, and connection, allowing participants to find their Zen while experiencing the positive benefits of the human-animal bond.

The class is 60 minutes long with up to 30 participants in each class. 

Puppy Yoga: Chakra Flow invites participants to restore balance and reconnect through a calming practice inspired by chakra alignment and enhanced by the joyful presence of puppies. Guided through soothing sound therapy, aromatherapy with essential oils, mindful breathwork, and gentle yoga poses, participants can unwind, recharge, and experience a sense of relaxation and renewal. The comforting presence of puppies adds warmth, playfulness, and connection.

The class is 60 minutes long with up to 30 participants in each class.

Puppy Pilates combines a gentle, full-body mat Pilates workout with the joy of spending time with adorable adoptable puppies! Participants will move through a series of low-impact exercises designed to improve core strength, balance, flexibility, and overall body awareness.

No previous Pilates experience is necessary—just bring your mat, get ready to move, and enjoy a unique wellness experience filled with puppy love!

The class is 60 minutes long with up to 30 participants in each class. 

Upcoming Animal Assisted Wellness Classes:

October 10, 2026 – Puppy Yoga: Yoga Zen at 9:00 am

November 14, 2026 – Puppy Yoga: Chakra Flow at 9:00 am

December 6, 2026 – Puppy Pilates at 9:00 am (registration opens October 1)

December 12, 2026 – Puppy Yoga: Mindful Paws at 9:00 am

January 30, 2027 – Puppy Yoga: Yoga Zen at 9:00 am

March 20, 2027 – Puppy Yoga: Chakra Flow at 9:00 am

April 10, 2027 – Puppy Yoga: Mindful Paws at 9:00 am

Additional dates TBA.

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December 29, 2026 – Family Puppy Yoga at 10:00 am and 12:00 pm (Separate Registration: click here to sign up)

Click Here to Register for an Animal-Assisted Wellness Class

To help create a calm, respectful environment for everyone and our animals, disruptive behavior isn’t permitted. If interruptions continue, we may ask the individual to exit the session.

Please note that registration is required to attend, and we are unable to accommodate walk-ins.

Must bring your own yoga mat. 

Our Yoga Instructor, Keely, will be sponsoring the adoption fee of one special adult dog based on proceeds from each class!

 

Cancellation Policy: We are happy to refund you if you cannot join us, but you must cancel at least 24 hours in advance of the class to receive a full refund. We can also transfer your registration to another class if you would rather do that, but at least 24 hours notice is needed as well for this option. 

Questions? Contact [email protected]. 

PRIVATE PUPPY YOGA CLASSES:

We are excited to now offer private Puppy Yoga classes at the shelter for groups!

Private classes include exclusive use of our yoga space for one hour, a certified yoga instructor leading the class style of your choice from the options above, adorable adoptable puppies, and Humane Society staff to supervise puppy interactions and assist with cleanup. 

Private classes begin at $700 for up to 20 participants. Groups may add up to 10 additional participants for $35 per person, for a maximum of 30 participants. Participants must bring their own yoga mats. 

Private Puppy Yoga classes are available on Thursdays, Fridays, Saturdays, Sundays, and Mondays, with available times varying by day.

All private class bookings are subject to space, instructor, and puppy availability.

Please email therapy@hsbroward for more information or to book your private class. 

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Please note we do not offer Puppy Yoga outside the Humane Society of Broward County.

However, we are considering adding it. The cost would be $1200 and include an hour yoga class led by our instructor, puppies, and staff to oversee the class. The price also takes into account staff time and milage.

If you would interested in puppies coming to your facility, business, or yoga class, let us know by filling out the following form: Puppy Yoga at my place. 

If we add this option to our offered programs we will reach out to you directly.Â