Private puppy yoga party: cost, ideas and how to plan one

A private puppy yoga party is one of the most memorable ways to celebrate: a gentle yoga class, a room full of puppies and your own guest list. It's a popular choice for birthdays, bachelorette and bridal parties, baby showers and corporate team days. Private events are usually priced per group and often start from a few hundred dollars or pounds, depending on the number of guests, the length and the location. Here's how to plan one well, what drives the price and what to ask before you book.

What is a private puppy yoga event?

At a public class you book a single ticket and share the room with strangers. At a private puppy yoga event, the organiser runs a session just for your group, at a time that suits you. Most private events include:

• A yoga teacher who leads a gentle, beginner-friendly class of about 45 to 60 minutes.
• A small group of puppies, usually from a breeder or a rescue, with their own handlers.
• Free time to cuddle the puppies and take photos.
• The venue, either the organiser's studio or your own space.

If you've never been to a class, read What is puppy yoga? first.

How much does a private puppy yoga party cost?

There's no standard price, but most organisers quote one price for the whole group, and many have a minimum spend. As a rough guide, small private events often start from a few hundred dollars or pounds, and larger or longer events cost more. For typical public class prices, see our puppy yoga price guide.

What moves the price up or down:

• Number of guests. More guests usually means more puppies, more staff and a bigger room.
• Length. Most private events run 45 to 90 minutes. Longer events cost more, and the puppies need more rest breaks.
• Location. Booking the organiser's studio is often cheaper than having them travel to your home, office or venue, which can add a travel fee.
• Day and time. Weekend afternoons are in highest demand. A weekday booking can be cheaper and easier to get.
• Extras. A photographer, drinks, decorations, gift bags or a longer cuddle session.
• Rescue partnership. Some events include a donation to the rescue that brings the puppies.

Always ask for a written quote that says exactly what's included.

Private puppy yoga party ideas

• Birthday party: a calm, photogenic alternative to a night out, for adults or older children (check the organiser's minimum age).
• Bachelorette or bridal party: a relaxed morning or afternoon activity that everyone can join, whatever their fitness level.
• Baby shower: choose a gentle, seated class and tell the teacher in advance.
• Corporate team building: a low-pressure wellbeing session that works for mixed groups. Some companies pair it with a donation to a local rescue.
• Friends' get-together: split the group price and it can cost about the same as a public class each.

Questions to ask before you book

1. Where do the puppies come from? A rescue, a breeder or a "puppy provider"? Are any of them adoptable?
2. How many puppies, and how old are they? Are they fully vaccinated?
3. How long are the puppies with guests, and is there a quiet area where they can sleep?
4. What's included in the price, and what costs extra (travel, photos, cleaning)?
5. What space and floor do you need if the event is at your home or office?
6. What are the deposit and cancellation terms? Many private bookings need a non-refundable deposit. See what to check in our section on puppy yoga cancellation policies.
7. Do you have insurance that covers animals at events?

Keep it kind to the puppies

A great party is one the puppies enjoy too. Young puppies sleep up to 18 to 20 hours a day and tire quickly. Choose an organiser who:

• keeps puppy time short and offers rest breaks;
• limits the number of guests per puppy;
• asks guests to sit on the floor and never lift or chase the puppies;
• gives the puppies water, a toilet area and a quiet space;
• only works with vaccinated puppies of a suitable age.

A suspiciously cheap offer with a big group and lots of puppies is a warning sign. More in Is puppy yoga ethical?

What guests should wear and bring

Comfortable, washable clothes, no dangling jewellery, and a water bottle. Mats are usually provided. Share our guide on what to wear to puppy yoga with your guests when you send the invitation. If the puppies come from a rescue, some guests may fall in love: our guide on adopting puppies from puppy yoga explains how it works.

After the party: puppy yoga at home

If some of your guests have dogs, the fun doesn't have to end. Doga is yoga with your own dog, in your living room, in 5 to 30 minutes, as often as you like. It's the everyday version of puppy yoga.

Frequently asked questions

How much does a private puppy yoga party cost?

Most organisers quote one price for the whole group, often starting from a few hundred dollars or pounds. Guests, length, location and extras change the price, so ask for a written quote.

Can puppy yoga come to my home or office?

Many organisers travel to homes, offices and event venues, usually for a travel fee. They'll ask about the space, the floor and how many guests are coming.

How many guests can come to a private puppy yoga event?

It depends on the organiser and the space. Good organisers cap the group so there are enough puppies and handlers and the puppies aren't overwhelmed.

How far in advance should I book?

Popular dates, especially weekends, can book up weeks ahead. Book early and check the deposit and cancellation terms before you pay.

Can children come to a puppy yoga party?

Some organisers accept children above a minimum age, with an adult. Ask before you book, and make sure children know to sit calmly and never pick up the puppies.

The bottom line

A private puppy yoga party is a joyful way to celebrate, as long as you choose an organiser who puts the puppies' welfare first. Get a written quote, ask where the puppies come from and check the cancellation terms. And for everyday calm with your own dog, the Dogyoga app is free to start.