In Arizona and America, really, it seems like we're always blending two disparate elements to make something new.

Take yoga, for example. I've been on a yoga quest for some time, and I'm always interested in trying new ways to stretch.

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Personally, I've explored many different styles of yoga. Vinyasa Flow is a gentle variety that gets you moving. Yin Yoga focuses more on getting into a shape than holding the pose for a period of time. It's slow-moving and the power of this flavor of Yoga lies in the mind, as the body releases tension.

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Hot Yoga, Kundalini Yoga, Bikram Yoga, and many other styles are gaining popularity. There's one type of yoga I'm excited to try, and I may just get the opportunity.

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Puppy Yoga: Blending Yoga and Cuteness

I have a friend who runs a ranch, but like me, she's also a big fan of yoga. When the Goat Yoga craze was sweeping Arizona, we were excited to try it out.

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Since goats are keen to jump on nearly anything they perceive as a flat surface, Kim's pygmy goats were eager to participate in our antics. Goats are cute, but their hooves can be a little rough on your downward dog, which is why I jumped on this upcoming event!

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The Nancy J Brua Animal Care Center is partnering with a local organization called A Little Bit of Kindness. Together, they'll offer the very first Puppy Yoga class in Cochise County.

I spoke to Frankie from A Little Bit of Kindness, and she said, "Arleen from the shelter will bring puppies if they're available, and if not, she'll bring some calm, older dogs for a day of yoga and fun."

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How You Can Be Part of Puppy Yoga in Sierra Vista

Puppy Yoga will be happening on Saturday April 20th at three different times: 8:30 to 9am, 9:10 to 9:40am, and 10 to 10:30am.

The cost is only $10, and you can reserve your spot on their website. If this is successful, the center hopes to offer this event in the future.

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