Animal Welfare at Yoga Paws
How we ensure the happiness and safety of the animals in our care
At Yoga Paws, animal welfare is at the heart of everything we do. From partnering with ethical breeders and shelters to maintaining a clean, safe environment, we’re committed to ensuring every puppy and kitten feels loved and cared for. Here’s how we make it happen.
Ethical Breeding Partnerships
We only work with ethical, verified breeders who meet our high standards for animal care. No backyard breeders. No questionable practices. Ever. Every breeder is vetted in advance to ensure the animals come from safe, healthy, and loving environments. Plus, we only feature one litter of puppies per event, so the little ones aren’t overwhelmed. This approach allows the puppies to enjoy the day without any added stress or overexposure.
An Animal-First Experience
The puppies we work with have generally all found their forever homes, and our sessions are a socialisation programme for the puppies before they head off! It’s all about what they want - if they want to play, they play. If they want to nap, we provide bedding so they can snooze in comfort. The studios we work with are temperature-controlled, clean, and designed with animal comfort in mind. We also provide toys, bedding, and food (as recommended by the breeder) to keep them happy throughout the day.
Shelter Partners: Real Impact, Real Puppies (& Kittens!)
We’re proud to partner with a range of incredible shelters across Australia - from the Animal Welfare League of NSW to Best Friend Felines in Brisbane. These collaborations aren’t just heartwarming - they’re core to our mission. By working with trusted rescues, we help socialise adoptable puppies and kittens in safe, nurturing environments while raising awareness about adoption. Every cuddle, every class, and every giggle contributes to real outcomes for animals in need - and we’re just getting started.
We’re More Than Business Partners
Our connection to the animals goes beyond the yoga mat. We’re proud to say that one of our students recently adopted a puppy from an event, and as I write this, guess who’s babysitting the little fluffball while the owner’s away? That’s right - my partner and I are! We don’t just care for the animals during the sessions - we’re there for them long after. As lifelong puppy owners, we know how much love and care they deserve, and we’re committed to giving them exactly that.
Studio Cleanliness: Spotless from Start to Finish
We believe a clean studio is a happy studio - for both humans and animals. That’s why our space undergoes a deep clean before the first session, between every session, and again at the end of the day. We sanitise, deodorise, vacuum, and scrub every nook and cranny to create a safe and hygienic environment. Shoes, bags, and other belongings? They’re kept far away from the animals to prevent contamination, and every student sanitises their hands upon entry. Feeling unwell? No problem - we’ll kindly ask you to sit this one out (it’s for the pups, after all).
Why We Do What We Do
For us, this isn’t just a business. It’s about creating a positive, enriching experience for everyone involved - both humans and animals. We’re here to help puppies build confidence, and create a socialising program for the puppies like no other. And yes, we’re the type of people who get just as excited about the puppies as you do.
Have questions or want to know more? Get in touch with us.