PAIRING wellness with animal welfare, Blue Bundu Brigade brought a fresh twist to The Bluff Eco Park with their revitalising puppy yoga class. Around 30 individuals took part in a relaxing yoga lesson recently, made all the more pleasant by lively puppy companions.

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The class, hosted by the local animal rescue and rehabilitation organisation, was held as part of their ongoing fundraising and awareness efforts. One of the Blue Bundu Brigade directors Karen Janisch explained that puppy yoga is a new wellness trend which combines traditional yoga methods with the therapeutic drawcard of puppies freely interacting with participants.

“It aims to reduce stress, socialise the young dogs, and be an enjoyable experience for everybody involved,” said Janisch.

She added that the event surpassed expectations. “It was a lovely morning of movement, mindfulness, and puppy cuddles. Not only did it provide an opportunity for our pups to socialise with new people, but it also raised awareness and support for our cause,” said Janisch.

Attendees were encouraged to donate dog food, treats or contribute financially,  with all proceeds going toward feeding the animals in the organisation’s care.

“Support like this keeps us going,” said Janisch. “We’re incredibly grateful for the community’s generosity and excited to host more events like this in the future.”

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