Slowly but surely Otis began to imitate Joy.

At first he tried out simple poses, ones that came naturally to him.

Dan Borris has also recently published a book.

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(Seeyoga practicing bear).

Viparita Salabhasana, inverted locust.

Strengthens abdomen, lower back, buttocks, and legs.

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Improves absorption of oxygen.Increases flexibility in spine.

Stimulates cardiovascular and digestive systems.

Opens energy channels along front of body.

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Vrischikasana, scorpion pose.

Increases blood flow to the brain and mind-body coordination.

Baddha Konasana, bound angle pose.

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Reduces asthma, flat feet, and high blood pressure.

Relieves anxiety, fatigue, and mild depression.

Urdhva Mukha Svanasana, upward-facing dog.

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Stretches shoulders, chest, lungs, and abdomen.

Strengthens spine, arms, and wrists.

An unusual, modern snapshot from 1965 of West Coast Yoga Dog Romeo, taken on Californias Zuma Beach.

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Adho Mukha Vrksasana, handstand.

Strengthens shoulders, arms, and wrists.

Improves sense of balance.

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Padangusthasana, toe stand.

Relieves arthritis in hips and leg joints.

Balances and focuses body and mind.

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Yogi Rocky Barkjan, the original Hundalini Yoga Dog master.

[viaPDN Photo of the day]

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