{"id":49072,"date":"2023-02-14T13:51:52","date_gmt":"2023-02-14T13:51:52","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/?p=49072"},"modified":"2024-12-16T08:35:01","modified_gmt":"2024-12-16T08:35:01","slug":"yoga-with-dogs","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/dev.betterme.world\/articles\/yoga-with-dogs\/","title":{"rendered":"Yoga With Dogs: Benefits To Finding Zen With Your Dog"},"content":{"rendered":"<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_75 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-grey ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><\/span><\/div>\n<nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 ' ><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/dev.betterme.world\/articles\/yoga-with-dogs\/#What_Is_Yoga_With_Dogs_And_How_Does_It_Work\" >What Is Yoga With Dogs And How Does It Work?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/dev.betterme.world\/articles\/yoga-with-dogs\/#How_Can_I_Do_Yoga_With_Dogs\" >How Can I Do Yoga With Dogs?<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/dev.betterme.world\/articles\/yoga-with-dogs\/#Doing_your_thing_with_your_pooch_by_your_side\" >Doing your thing with your pooch by your side<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/dev.betterme.world\/articles\/yoga-with-dogs\/#Teach_your_dog_some_yoga_moves\" >Teach your dog some yoga moves<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/dev.betterme.world\/articles\/yoga-with-dogs\/#What_Are_Some_Benefits_Of_Doing_Yoga_With_Dogs\" >What Are Some Benefits Of Doing Yoga With Dogs?<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/dev.betterme.world\/articles\/yoga-with-dogs\/#1_Improved_heart_health\" >1. Improved heart health<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/dev.betterme.world\/articles\/yoga-with-dogs\/#2_Its_a_great_bonding_opportunity\" >2. It\u2019s a great bonding opportunity<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/dev.betterme.world\/articles\/yoga-with-dogs\/#3_A_great_chance_for_socialization\" >3. A great chance for socialization<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-9\" href=\"https:\/\/dev.betterme.world\/articles\/yoga-with-dogs\/#4_Helps_with_sleep_and_relaxation\" >4. Helps with sleep and relaxation<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-10\" href=\"https:\/\/dev.betterme.world\/articles\/yoga-with-dogs\/#5_Improved_circulation\" >5. Improved circulation<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-11\" href=\"https:\/\/dev.betterme.world\/articles\/yoga-with-dogs\/#6_Mental_stimulation\" >6. Mental stimulation<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-12\" href=\"https:\/\/dev.betterme.world\/articles\/yoga-with-dogs\/#Yoga_Poses_With_Dogs_The_Best_And_Safest_Yoga_Poses_To_Try_With_Your_Pup\" >Yoga Poses With Dogs: The Best And Safest Yoga Poses To Try With Your Pup<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-13\" href=\"https:\/\/dev.betterme.world\/articles\/yoga-with-dogs\/#Things_That_You_Will_Need_To_Train\" >Things That You Will Need To Train<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-14\" href=\"https:\/\/dev.betterme.world\/articles\/yoga-with-dogs\/#Easy_Yoga_Poses_To_Try_With_Dogs\" >Easy Yoga Poses To Try With Dogs<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-15\" href=\"https:\/\/dev.betterme.world\/articles\/yoga-with-dogs\/#How_Can_Yoga_Help_Me_With_Dogs\" >How Can Yoga Help Me With Dogs<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-16\" href=\"https:\/\/dev.betterme.world\/articles\/yoga-with-dogs\/#The_Bottom_Line\" >The Bottom Line<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">We\u2019ve all heard about yoga &#8211; the ancient mind and body practice that originated in India that has helped many people all over the world find zen. It also betters physical and mental wellbeing through movement, meditation and breathing techniques. But, have you heard of \u2018doga\u2019?<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">No, you didn\u2019t read that wrong. \u201cDoga\u201d more commonly referred to as yoga with dogs. It is a newer trend that combines the age-old yoga practice with man\u2019s best friend. While pet yoga has been around for quite some time (goat yoga anyone?), the practice is only now picking up momentum as more people look for ways to have fun with exercise and not make it feel like a chore.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If you have been considering trying to do yoga with dogs, stick around to find out how to go about it. As well as details on how yoga with dog can benefit both you and your furry baby.<\/span><\/p>\n<a href=\"https:\/\/quiz.betterme.world\/en\/first-page-generated-gender?flow=2196&amp;utm_source=Blog&amp;utm_medium=Blog&amp;utm_campaign=Yoga_With_Dogs\" target=\"_blank\"><video autoplay=\"autoplay\" loop=\"loop\" muted=\"muted\" playsinline=\"playsinline\" width=\"777\"><source src=\"https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/ezgif.com-gif-to-mp4-2.mp4\" type=\"video\/mp4\" \/><\/video><\/a>\n<h2 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_Is_Yoga_With_Dogs_And_How_Does_It_Work\"><\/span><b>What Is Yoga With Dogs And How Does It Work?<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Proponents of this workout claim that this practice was started over two decades ago in 2001 by New York yogi Suzi Teitelman. Now over 20 years later this practice has gained so much popularity that you can search it on any social media platform and see dogs of all sizes following along to <a href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/easy-sofa-yoga\/\">yoga poses<\/a> done by their owners.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_Can_I_Do_Yoga_With_Dogs\"><\/span><strong>How Can I Do Yoga With Dogs?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">There are two main ways to doing yoga with dogs<\/span><\/p>\n<h3 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Doing_your_thing_with_your_pooch_by_your_side\"><\/span><b>Doing your thing with your pooch by your side<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Those who own pets and have a tendency to do at home workouts know just how much our pets tend to stick by us as we try to get a workout in &#8211; often distracting and derailing us in the process. With this first option, instead of having the dog in another room while you <a href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/weekly-workout-plan-at-home\/\">workout<\/a> &#8211; or leaving them at home when you are heading out to a class &#8211; you get to have your dog with you during the class. If you are at home, your dog gets to hang out with you and play alongside you as you go through your movements. It doesn\u2019t necessarily have to follow along with any movements that you do.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If you are in a class with other dog owners, you get to kill two birds with one stone. I.e., you get a workout in, and your furry best friend gets a chance to meet other dogs, socialize, and play. This is the most common type of \u201cdoga\u201d that is practiced in many studios.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Teach_your_dog_some_yoga_moves\"><\/span><b>Teach your dog some yoga moves<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Unlike option 1 above, this version is a more hands- on practice where you actually get to teach your dogs some <a href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/how-to-do-sofa-yoga\/\">yoga poses<\/a>. Think of it as teaching your pet some new tricks, only instead of fetching a stick, playing dead, or rolling over, your pet learns new ways to stretch.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/quiz.betterme.world\/en\/first-page-generated-gender?flow=2196&amp;utm_source=Blog&amp;utm_medium=Blog&amp;utm_campaign=Yoga_With_Dogs\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-47397 size-large\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/Frame-207620-1024x576.png\" alt=\"yoga with dogs\" width=\"770\" height=\"433\" srcset=\"https:\/\/dev.cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/Frame-207620.png 1024w, https:\/\/dev.cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/Frame-207620-300x169.png 300w, https:\/\/dev.cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/Frame-207620.png 768w, https:\/\/dev.cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/Frame-207620-1635x920.png 1635w, https:\/\/dev.cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/Frame-207620.png 1729w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 770px) 100vw, 770px\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<h2 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_Are_Some_Benefits_Of_Doing_Yoga_With_Dogs\"><\/span><b>What Are Some Benefits Of Doing Yoga With Dogs?<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If you are still not convinced that pet yoga, especially with your fur baby, here are some benefits that could helps change your mind on the matter<\/span><\/p>\n<p><em><strong>Read More: <\/strong><a href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/yoga-lifestyle\/\">The Yoga Lifestyle: How To Find Balance In Your Life<\/a><\/em><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"1_Improved_heart_health\"><\/span><b>1. Improved heart health<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">According to the <\/span><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">World Health Organization<\/span><\/i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, high blood pressure is estimated to cause 7.5 million (about 12.8 percent) deaths a year worldwide (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.who.int\/data\/gho\/indicator-metadata-registry\/imr-details\/3155\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">2<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">). A study review published in early 2022 showed that people who do yoga have an 85 percent more chance of having normal blood pressure than those who don\u2019t practice (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/bmcpublichealth.biomedcentral.com\/articles\/10.1186\/s12889-022-12569-3\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">1<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">).<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">An article published by <\/span><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Harvard Publishing<\/span><\/i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> in 2015 stated that dog owners tend to have lower <a href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/yoga-poses-to-avoid\/\">blood pressure<\/a> because these animals tend to have a calming effect and they require exercise too, which forces their owners to move around more (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.health.harvard.edu\/staying-healthy\/having-a-dog-can-help-your-heart--literally\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">3<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">). An older statement published in 2013 by the <\/span><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u00a0American Heart Association<\/span><\/i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, also stated that dog -and other pet &#8211; owners tend to have lower systemic blood pressure, less stress and a higher chance of survival after an acute coronary syndrome (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.ahajournals.org\/doi\/10.1161\/CIR.0b013e31829201e1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">4<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">).<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">All these facts go to show that not only does doing yoga by itself help prevent heart disease, but having a dog by your side goes further in improving this effect.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"2_Its_a_great_bonding_opportunity\"><\/span><b>2. It\u2019s a great bonding opportunity<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">What better way to bond with your pooch than to do some exercise together? Including your pets in your favorite activities is a great way to spend time together and build a great bond. Going to a doga class is also a great way for people who don\u2019t own dogs to spend time with some adorable pups.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"3_A_great_chance_for_socialization\"><\/span><b>3. A great chance for socialization<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If you\u2019ve been looking to make new friends but aren\u2019t sure how to go about it, try a \u201cdoga\u201d class. You will get to meet other dog lovers. Also, having a similar interest in this practice is a great ice breaker.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">In relation to your dog, this is also a fantastic opportunity for them to socialize with other dogs &#8211; and be used to being around other people. Pets &#8211; not just dogs &#8211; require socialization with other animals and humans to help them mature into well-adjusted, confident animals that do not shy away from or worse, attack others.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"4_Helps_with_sleep_and_relaxation\"><\/span><b>4. Helps with sleep and relaxation<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Yoga is a great tool for sleep and relaxation. According to the <\/span><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Sleep Foundation<\/span><\/i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, many people &#8211; from children on the Autism Spectrum, to adult women, and even the <a href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/senior-strength-exercises\/\">elderly<\/a> &#8211; have found that this practice not only helps them sleep better, but also greatly reduces stress (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.sleepfoundation.org\/physical-activity\/yoga-and-sleep\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">5<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">).<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Being able to relax and sleep isn\u2019t just for you though. Yoga spaces and classes tend to be very silent and relaxed. Taking your hyperactive dog to such an environment could help calm them down and even lull them to sleep. If your dog needs more than silence to calm down, then actively making them do some poses is a fantastic way to use up all that extra energy, which tires them out and puts them <a href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/why-do-my-muscles-tighten-up-when-i-sleep\/\">to sleep<\/a>.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><strong>Looking for a way to <a href=\"https:\/\/quiz.betterme.world\/en\/first-page-generated-gender?flow=2196&amp;utm_source=Blog&amp;utm_medium=Blog&amp;utm_campaign=Yoga_With_Dogs\">break the vicious cycle of weight loss<\/a> and tone up all the jiggly parts? Watch the extra pounds fly off and your muscles firm up with the BetterMe app!<\/strong><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/quiz.betterme.world\/en\/first-page-generated-gender?flow=2196&amp;utm_source=Blog&amp;utm_medium=Blog&amp;utm_campaign=Yoga_With_Dogs\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-47399 size-large\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/Frame-207622-1024x576.png\" alt=\"yoga with dogs\" width=\"770\" height=\"433\" srcset=\"https:\/\/dev.cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/Frame-207622.png 1024w, https:\/\/dev.cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/Frame-207622-300x169.png 300w, https:\/\/dev.cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/Frame-207622.png 768w, https:\/\/dev.cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/Frame-207622-1635x920.png 1635w, https:\/\/dev.cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/Frame-207622.png 1729w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 770px) 100vw, 770px\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"5_Improved_circulation\"><\/span><b>5. Improved circulation<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">At the heart of it, yoga is basically just <a href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/dynamic-lower-body-stretches\/\">stretching<\/a>, only in slightly fancier and often more difficult poses. The benefits of stretching in your body include increasing blood flow to all your organs. It boosts oxygen levels throughout the body and helps to deliver nutrients to your muscles.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">While we cannot actively assess if stretching in dogs has the same benefits as it does in human beings, it doesn\u2019t hurt to have your pet engage in some simple but safe <a href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/static-stretches\/\">stretching yoga poses<\/a>. It is fun for them, and adorable to see. But it could also benefit them and their muscles, especially if your pet loves to lie down all day.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"6_Mental_stimulation\"><\/span><b>6. Mental stimulation<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Pets, like humans, tend to get bored too when there\u2019s nothing to do. This is probably why if left alone for too long they\u2019ll end up turning your shoes into a chew toy or turning your pantry upside down. If your dog is really smart &#8211; or simply gets bored easily, doga is a fantastic way to mentally stimulate them while simultaneously keeping them out of trouble. Doga is also a <a href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/benefits-of-art-therapy\/\">mental stimulant<\/a> for you as a dog owner. Finding ways to safely teach your dog what is essentially a new and fun challenge to keep you occupied.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Yoga_Poses_With_Dogs_The_Best_And_Safest_Yoga_Poses_To_Try_With_Your_Pup\"><\/span><b>Yoga Poses With Dogs: The Best And Safest Yoga Poses To Try With Your Pup<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">First things first, if you are looking to actively train your dog to do some yoga poses, obviously, there are some poses that your dog will absolutely not be able to do. Keep this in mind and do not harm your pet.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Things_That_You_Will_Need_To_Train\"><\/span><strong>Things That You Will Need To Train<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>A mat for your furry friend<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> &#8211; If your pup is small enough, you won&#8217;t need an extra one as you can simply share it. If you pet is bigger, getting them a mat of their own is recommended as it helps prevent slipping<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Treats <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">&#8211; Dog training always works better with treats.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Dog inspired poses<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> &#8211; They are the easiest for your pet to copy<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Patience<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> &#8211; Forcing this on your fur baby will only backfire on you. Take it slow and give your pets lots of breaks. Go with their attention span.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Do these poses around them often<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> &#8211; The more they see them, the more likely they are to take an interest in copying you<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>If accessible, go to a dog yoga class<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> &#8211; Not only might the yogi have a better chance at training your dog, but seeing other dogs do yoga might inspire your pup to try.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Don\u2019t force it<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> &#8211; This is meant to be fun. If your dog isn\u2019t interested, take the loss and try getting them into some other fun activity instead.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><em><strong>Read More: <\/strong><a href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/sofa-yoga-guide\/\">Sofa Yoga: The Lazy Girls And Guys\u2019 Guide To Stretching<\/a><\/em><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/quiz.betterme.world\/en\/first-page-generated-gender?flow=2196&amp;utm_source=Blog&amp;utm_medium=Blog&amp;utm_campaign=Yoga_With_Dogs\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-47394 size-large\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/Frame-207617-1024x576.png\" alt=\"yoga with dogs\" width=\"770\" height=\"433\" srcset=\"https:\/\/dev.cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/Frame-207617.png 1024w, https:\/\/dev.cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/Frame-207617-300x169.png 300w, https:\/\/dev.cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/Frame-207617.png 768w, https:\/\/dev.cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/Frame-207617-1635x920.png 1635w, https:\/\/dev.cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/Frame-207617.png 1729w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 770px) 100vw, 770px\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<h3 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Easy_Yoga_Poses_To_Try_With_Dogs\"><\/span><strong>Easy Yoga Poses To Try With Dogs<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<ol>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Downward-Facing Dog<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> &#8211; Dogs invented it, we just copied it.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Upward-Facing Dog<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> &#8211; Dogs often do this pose while stretching or whenever they decide that they are too tired to walk and want to be carried. Like downward dog, this is a pretty easy pose for them to copy from you<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Corpse Pose (Savasana)<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> &#8211; Almost all dogs do it, especially when they want tummy rubs or when they fall asleep.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Puppy Pose<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> &#8211; In your case, it involves being on your knees, face and chest on the ground, arms extended in front of you with your hips in the air. Since this pose closely resembles downward dog, it is super easy for your pup to do.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Child Pose<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> &#8211; With this one, they literally just need to lie down next to you and be cute.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Handstand (pawstand)<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> &#8211; Of all the above yoga poses with dogs, this might take the longest time to master. If your pup seems interested in it, help them by either holding their hind legs with your hand or using a wall to support them in this pose. 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