Apr 02 2008
Dogs doing Yoga?
Bring Your Mat, and Man’s Best Friend
Yoga for Dogs Is Becoming Increasingly Popular Around the World
By RYAN OWENS and MELIA PATRIA
April 1, 2008
For thousands of years, the ancient practice of yoga has led to peace and enlightenment for people wishing to unite their body and mind. While some techniques have changed over time, chances are the early gurus did not anticipate the newest set of devotees: dogs.
“We’re going to Om, but I want you to actually Om towards the dog,” said instructor Kari Harendorf in front of a yoga class for dogs and their owners. “Inhale, Ommmm, Ommmm,” she continued.
The latest fitness craze for dog lovers is called “doga” and it’s coming to a mat near you. In a typical doga class, owners help their pups facilitate different poses, and they also do their own poses using the animals as helpful props. Owners also perform doggy massage and acupressure to help soothe and relax their pets.
“This is about you and your dog, and time with your dog,” said Harendorf as she began the class and instructed the owners on how to gently stretch their dogs’ legs and paws.
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