K9Yoga

23/04/2025

🌟 K9Yoga Weekly Online Class Highlight 🌟
Let’s get moving, K9Yogis! 🧘‍♀️🐾

🗓️ This Week’s Featured Class: BOX-ING! 📦💪
Ready to think inside the box? Join us for a fun and focused K9Yoga session that’s all about improving your dog’s body awareness, coordination, and joint mobility!

✨ What you’ll need:
✔ A sturdy box – start low and wide, or challenge your pup with a taller, narrower box.
✔ Optional: place the box next to a wall for support.
✔ Tiny, tasty treats for motivation! 🍖

💡 We’ll guide your dog through spinal stretches, sidesteps, and slow-motion step-throughs – helping them explore new ways to move with confidence.

📅 Spots still open this week for:
🔹 Wednesday, 23 April at 6:30pm
🔹 Thursday, 24 April at 6:30pm

💻 Book your 40-minute K9Yoga Online Class with PetFit at a time that suits you:
🕕 Mondays at 6pm
🕡 Tuesdays at 6:30pm
🕕 Wednesdays at 6am or 6:30pm
🕡 Thursdays at 6:30pm

📲 Reserve your spot now 👉 www.k9yoga.online/online-classes

🎥 Let’s get BOX-ing and help your pup THRIVE!

21/04/2025

🐾 How Do YOU Prep for the Big Days? 🏆🐶
Whether it’s a dog sports bumper weekend, regional trials, or just a big milestone event—we want to know how you and your dog get ready to shine! 🌟

🔹 Do you set goals for the weekend?
🔹 How do you prepare your dog physically and mentally in the lead-up?
🔹 What about YOU—how do you manage nerves and stay present?
🔹 Do you stick to training your sport only, or do you add in cross-training, K9Yoga, or recovery activities to give your dog the edge?

📸 Post a photo or video of your pre-event routine—maybe it’s your warm-up game, a stretch session, or your dog's rest day chill zone.

💬 Tell us what works for you, what you’ve learned, and how you keep your dog happy, healthy, and thriving when the stakes are high.

We can’t wait to see your prep in action! 🎥🐾 Use the hashtag and tag us so we can share your stories!

18/04/2025

🚨 Reminder! Our FREE Webinar is Almost Here! 🚨
📅 Thursday, 1 May 2025 | 🕡 18h30–19h30 (GMT+2)

Are you a dog sport enthusiast? Whether you’re into agility, obedience, working trials, dancing, or any high-energy canine activity — this session is designed just for you! 🎯🐕

Our next K9Yoga Monthly Meetup is all about:
🔟 Essentials for a Stronger, Fitter Working Dog

We’ll cover practical, science-backed tips to keep your dog in peak condition — helping you prevent injury, boost performance, and build long-term strength and resilience. 💪🐾

💥 Prepping for KUSA SA Champs in June?
Then this is a must-attend! Give your dog the edge they need with smart training, recovery and wellness strategies.

⚠️ Don’t wait — more than half the spots are already booked!
Secure yours now 👉 https://tinyurl.com/43bmrj9a
📲 Or visit the link in bio on Instagram

17/04/2025

🌸🐣 Happy Easter from K9Yoga! 🐾🌼

Wishing all our amazing friends, followers, and their wonderful dogs a joyful and peaceful Easter! May your day be filled with sunshine, laughter, wagging tails, and lots of love. 💛🐶

Thank you for being part of our growing K9Yoga community—we’re so grateful for each of you. Here's to new beginnings, fresh energy, and pawsitive vibes this season! 🌷🧘‍♀️

Hop into happiness and keep moving with your dog. 🐇💫

13/04/2025

🐾 FREE Webinar for Dog Lovers & Working Dog Parents! 🐾

Whether your dog is a weekend warrior, agility athlete, or just full of beans — this one’s for YOU!

Join us for our next K9Yoga Monthly Meetup:
"10 Essentials for a Stronger, Fitter Working Dog"
📅 Thursday, 1 May 2025
⏰ 18h30 – 19h30 (GMT+2)
💻 FREE | Online | All welcome

In this power-packed session, we’ll explore 10 must-know strategies to help your dog move better, stay injury-free, and thrive — both physically and mentally. From warm-ups and weight management to spotting early signs of pain, this webinar will leave you inspired and empowered!

✨ Perfect for:
✔️ Dog sport enthusiasts
✔️ Working dog owners
✔️ Pet parents who want the best for their dog
✔️ Trainers, therapists & canine pros

📲 Reserve your spot now – it’s FREE!
👉 https://tinyurl.com/43bmrj9a

Let’s build strong bodies and brilliant minds — one dog at a time. 💪🐶

08/04/2025

Happiness Therapy (H) – Joy in the Job! 🐕💖
A truly successful performance dog isn’t just skilled—they’re happy and engaged in their work! Joy fuels motivation, confidence, and long-term success.

🔹 Signs Your Dog LOVES Their Sport:
✔️ Eager to train and work
✔️ Tail wagging, soft eyes, and focused engagement
✔️ Recovers well from training sessions

💡 K9Yoga Enhances Happiness By:
✅ Providing active recovery—helping dogs reset their body and mind after intense work
✅ Preventing burnout—through fun, non-repetitive movement challenges
✅ Boosting dopamine levels—engaging problem-solving skills through balance & coordination work

📌 Try This: Paws Up on Different Surfaces—encourages confidence, proprioception, and engagement.

💬 What’s the one thing that makes your dog the happiest during training or competition?

02/04/2025

Transforming Barriers into Opportunities 🧗‍♂️
Every working or performance dog faces challenges—from minor injuries and fatigue to training frustrations and competition pressure. How we handle these moments can shape their long-term success!

✨ K9Yoga Helps By:
✅ Developing better body awareness—helping dogs understand how to use their body efficiently
✅ Building injury resilience—through low-impact exercises that strengthen stabiliser muscles
✅ Enhancing flexibility & mobility—to reduce strain and increase movement quality

💡 Try This: The Hip Swing Exercise improves hind limb awareness, spinal mobility, and balance—perfect for performance dogs!

💬 What challenges has your dog faced in training or competition, and how have you helped them overcome it?

📌 Stay tuned for more THRIVE tips!

01/04/2025

April Fools! Although maybe FelineYoga could be a thing 🤔. Thanks to Mango, the cat for showcasing her skills!
We still recommend visiting www.k9yoga.online/felineyoga for more information on up and coming courses!

🐱 Introducing FelineYoga – Because Cats Deserve Functional Fitness Too! 🐱

Move over, dogs—there’s a superior species ready to take center stage! 🐾✨

FelineYoga is here to revolutionize the way you bond with your cat, bringing the benefits of functional fitness training to our feline overlords. Inspired by K9Yoga, this groundbreaking program is designed specifically for cats—helping them move better, feel better, and (dare we say it) even trim down those primordial pouches in the process! 😼💪

✅ Boosts mobility & flexibility
✅ Supports healthy joints & muscles
✅ Strengthens the human-feline connection
✅ Encourages confidence & playfulness

Pre-registration for our 2-week introductory course is now OPEN! Don't let dogs have all the fun—give your cat the gift of movement today! 🐈‍⬛🧘

👉 Sign up now at www.k9yoga.online/felineyoga!

01/04/2025

🐱 Introducing FelineYoga – Because Cats Deserve Functional Fitness Too! 🐱

Move over, dogs—there’s a superior species ready to take center stage! 🐾✨

FelineYoga is here to revolutionize the way you bond with your cat, bringing the benefits of functional fitness training to our feline overlords. Inspired by K9Yoga, this groundbreaking program is designed specifically for cats—helping them move better, feel better, and (dare we say it) even trim down those primordial pouches in the process! 😼💪

✅ Boosts mobility & flexibility
✅ Supports healthy joints & muscles
✅ Strengthens the human-feline connection
✅ Encourages confidence & playfulness

Pre-registration for our 2-week introductory course is now OPEN! Don't let dogs have all the fun—give your cat the gift of movement today! 🐈‍⬛🧘

👉 Sign up now at www.k9yoga.online/felineyoga!

27/03/2025

🐶 Don't Miss Out on Our K9Yoga Monthly Meetup – Monday, 31 March! 🐾

Are you raising a puppy and want to set them up for a lifetime of strength, resilience, and confidence? Don’t miss our next K9Yoga Monthly Meetup where we’ll dive into:

✅ The importance of early movement training
✅ How to build strong muscles, joints, and tendons
✅ Safe exercise strategies to prevent injury
✅ Practical K9Yoga exercises to support healthy development

📅 Monday, 31 March
🕖 7pm - 8pm (Zoom)
💰 R150 for non-members | FREE for K9Yoga Go Gold members

Give your puppy the best foundation for a healthy, happy life! 🐕💪 Book your spot now! ⬇️ https://www.k9yoga.online/events

20/03/2025

🐾 How Well is Your Dog THRIVING? Take Our Quick Poll! 🐶✨

At K9Yoga, we believe every dog should THRIVE, not just survive! But how do you rate your dog’s quality of life, fitness, and overall health? Let’s find out!

On a scale of 1️⃣ to 5️⃣ (1 = Needs Improvement, 5 = Thriving), rate your dog in the following areas:

🔹 T – Transforming Barriers into Opportunities: Does your dog confidently overcome challenges and adapt to new situations?
1️⃣ 2️⃣ 3️⃣ 4️⃣ 5️⃣

🔹 H – Happiness Therapy: Does your dog experience daily joy, mental stimulation, and fulfilling activities?
1️⃣ 2️⃣ 3️⃣ 4️⃣ 5️⃣

🔹 R – Resilience: How well does your dog bounce back from setbacks, stress, or change?
1️⃣ 2️⃣ 3️⃣ 4️⃣ 5️⃣

🔹 I – Improving Health 1% Every Day: Are you making small, consistent efforts to support your dog’s fitness, nutrition, and overall well-being?
1️⃣ 2️⃣ 3️⃣ 4️⃣ 5️⃣

🔹 V – Variety & Vitality: Does your dog experience diverse movements, environments, and enrichment?
1️⃣ 2️⃣ 3️⃣ 4️⃣ 5️⃣

🔹 E – Expanding Movement Maps: Can your dog move confidently in different spaces, terrains, and situations?
1️⃣ 2️⃣ 3️⃣ 4️⃣ 5️⃣

Drop your answers in the comments and let’s see how our community of pet parents are helping their dogs THRIVE! 🐕💪

18/03/2025

🐶 Join Us for Our K9Yoga Monthly Meetup – Monday, 31 March! 🐾

Are you raising a puppy and want to set them up for a lifetime of strength, resilience, and confidence? Don’t miss our next K9Yoga Monthly Meetup where we’ll dive into:

✅ The importance of early movement training
✅ How to build strong muscles, joints, and tendons
✅ Safe exercise strategies to prevent injury
✅ Practical K9Yoga exercises to support healthy development

📅 Monday, 31 March
🕖 7pm - 8pm (Zoom)
💰 R150 for non-members | FREE for K9Yoga Go Gold members

Give your puppy the best foundation for a healthy, happy life! 🐕💪 Book your spot now! ⬇️ https://www.k9yoga.online/events

17/03/2025

Vitality = The Energy to Perform ⚡

Whether your dog is a weekend adventurer or an agility athlete, keeping them strong and mobile is key to long-term health!

🐕 K9Yoga helps adult dogs:
✅ Strengthen muscles & joints 💪
✅ Prevent injuries before they happen 🚫🩹
✅ Stay mentally engaged & happy 🧠✨

📸 Show us your dog’s best K9Yoga move and/or favourite active activity below!

12/03/2025

🐶 The Key to Raising a Strong, Resilient Puppy! 🐾

Did you know that early movement training is essential for a puppy’s lifelong health? Proper development of muscles, tendons, and joints helps prevent injuries and ensures better coordination, strength, and flexibility as they grow.

✅ Balanced movement builds confidence & resilience
✅ Short, varied exercises strengthen joints & prevent strain
✅ Supervised play & safe surfaces reduce injury risks
✅ Brain-body exercises enhance coordination & motor control

The best way to set your puppy up for success is to focus on safe, structured movement from an early age! 🐕💪

Want to learn more? Look out for info on our K9Yoga Monthly Meetup on 31 March for expert insights and practical puppy exercises! 📅🐾

07/03/2025

Transform Barriers into Opportunities 🛑➡️🐾
Puppies are clumsy, curious, and constantly learning—and that’s a great thing! 🎉 Instead of avoiding challenges, we can turn them into opportunities for growth.

🐾 Struggling with coordination? Try simple K9Yoga balance exercises!
🐾 Shy or nervous? Gentle movement builds confidence in new environments.
🐾 Easily distracted? Slow, controlled activities improve focus and body awareness.

💡 Try This: Place a low cushion or yoga mat on the floor and let your puppy explore stepping on and off. This helps with balance, confidence, and movement awareness!

👉 Share a pic of your puppy (current or past) in the comments! 📸