Adoptable Puppies Star in Puppy Yoga Fundraiser at Square State Brewing

A joyful Puppy Yoga fundraiser brought people and pups together at Square State Brewing in Rock Springs on Saturday, January 17, blending wellness and community support while spotlighting animals in need of homes.

The all-levels class began at 12:30 p.m. and featured 10 adoptable mixed-breed puppies from the Red Desert Humane Society. Organizers capped the session at 15 participants, with a $35 fee for each spot and 100 percent of proceeds earmarked for the humane society. After the yoga portion concluded, the puppies stayed in the taproom until 3:00 p.m., giving anyone who did not take the class a chance to meet the dogs and learn about adoption.

Bringing adoptable animals into a casual, public space offered practical value on multiple fronts. For participants, the mix of light yoga and puppy interaction provided a low-pressure, feel-good wellness break that welcomed beginners and experienced practitioners alike. For the Red Desert Humane Society, the event increased visibility for the pups and drove direct fundraising support. At $35 per spot and a 15-person cap, a full class would generate $525 for the shelter, with additional exposure gained from visitors who stopped by the taproom after the class.

The timing and format mattered for community engagement. Scheduling the pups to remain until midafternoon let families, workers on a weekend break, and local beer and dog lovers drop in without committing to a class. Hosting the event in a familiar social venue like Square State Brewing framed adoption conversations in an accessible, neighborhood setting instead of a formal shelter environment, which can help shy dogs warm up to new people.

For readers interested in similar events, this model shows how small venues and local shelters can partner to combine fundraising, socialization, and adoption outreach. The format requires modest planning—a limited class size to keep the session calm, a clear donation or ticket price, and a public window for additional meet-and-greets—but it delivers community goodwill and tangible support for animals waiting for homes.

As the community looks ahead, expect more hybrid events where wellness meets rescue work. Keep an eye on announcements from Square State Brewing and the Red Desert Humane Society for future Puppy Yoga sessions and other taproom fundraisers that put adoptable animals front and center.