NEW ROCHELLE, NY (November 13, 2025) — Puppy yoga is set to combine stretching and relaxation with adoptable dogs at an upcoming event in New Rochelle.
The adult puppy yoga session is scheduled for Sunday, November 16, from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the Downtown Rec, located at 29 Le Count Place on the second floor.
Hosted by New Rochelle Parks & Rec in partnership with the Humane Society of Westchester at New Rochelle, the event features adoptable pets on-site and offers participants the chance to leave with a new friend.
The fee is $50. Registration is available online or in person at the Parks and Recreation Office. For more information, call 914-654-2087.
Puppy yoga involves traditional yoga poses and flows with puppies roaming freely, providing playful interactions.
Physical benefits include building flexibility, strength and better posture through poses like downward dog or child’s pose.
Mental and emotional benefits come from interacting with the pups, which triggers a release of oxytocin, reducing stress and boosting mood. It can lower anxiety and depression symptoms, enhance mental clarity and aid in recovering from emotional trauma or PTSD.
The activity also sharpens focus and concentration while navigating poses amid the puppies.
Social perks include fostering a sense of community through interactions with other participants and the animals. Many classes partner with shelters, supporting animal welfare and potential adoptions.
For the puppies, the event provides socialization, exercise and exposure to potential adopters, helping them find homes faster.
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