In April 2025, Pups&Yoga teamed up with Make-A-Wish Massachusetts & Rhode Island for a series of puppy yoga sessions in Boston, held in support of the charity. The participants were adults who came to stretch, breathe and spend time with our puppies, all for a good cause.
A partnership with a purpose
Make-A-Wish Massachusetts & Rhode Island does work that matters to a lot of families in the region, and we were glad to lend our classes to support it. A puppy yoga session turned out to be a natural fit for a charity event: it is welcoming, it needs no experience, and it gives people a reason to show up together and feel good about where their afternoon is going.
When we looked back at those April sessions on Instagram, we described them as filled with love, laughter, and wagging tails. That is exactly how we remember them.
How each session ran
Each class followed our usual Puppy Yoga rhythm, about one hour from start to finish. It opens with roughly thirty minutes of gentle, all-levels yoga led by a certified instructor, so beginners and regulars can move at their own pace. Then the puppies are welcomed onto the floor and wander between the mats while the practice continues. The last stretch of the hour is set aside for cuddles and photos.
Our team handles the logistics end to end: puppies, mats, playpens, supplies, setup and cleanup. Our hostesses supervise every interaction, and puppy welfare always comes first, with breaks, water and rest built into every session. The puppies come from breeders and trusted rescue partners, and they are socialized and supervised by our team and their breeder throughout.
Why puppy yoga works for charity and community events
Fundraisers and community gatherings often ask people to give their time as well as their support. A puppy yoga class makes that easy. It is inclusive for every fitness level, it creates a shared experience in a short window, and it leaves people talking about the cause long after they roll up their mats. Classes can take place at our studio or at a partner's venue, and larger groups are split into several classes with short puppy breaks in between. For crowds that prefer to skip the yoga, our Puppy Playtime format offers a secure puppy area with small groups rotating every 10 to 15 minutes.
We are grateful to Make-A-Wish Massachusetts & Rhode Island for inviting us to be part of their April 2025 efforts, and to everyone who joined a class.
Planning an event for your organization?
Whether you are organizing a fundraiser, a nonprofit gathering or a team outing, we would love to help. You can join one of our puppy yoga classes in Boston, or plan a private puppy yoga event built around your group. Share your date, headcount and venue, and request a quote to get started.
