Meet Sophie,


With a deep passion for fitness and an undeniable love for puppies, Sophie Hessler founded Woof Wellness with a mission to unite humans and rescue dogs through mindful movement. Sophie believes it's essential to carve out moments of relaxation, fun, and connection in our busy lives—and there's no better way to do this than through the joy of fitness and the companionship of dogs.


Driven by a desire to combine her passions and give back to her community, Sophie created Woof Wellness as a way to make a tangible impact. In New York City, animal shelters are overcrowded and in desperate need of support. To help, every Woof Wellness event features adoptable dogs, giving them the chance to find their forever homes. Additionally, each ticket includes a generous donation to local rescue shelters, further supporting their vital work.


At Woof Wellness, we believe Pilates and yoga are transformative for the body and mind, while animals nourish the soul. Our goal is simple: to help rescue dogs find loving homes while offering a unique and rewarding experience that enhances both physical and mental well-being.

Woof Wellness: More Than Just an Experience

At Woof Wellness, our mission goes far beyond providing joyful in-person experiences with rescue dogs—we're dedicated to creating real impact in the animal rescue community. We proudly support over 15 animal rescues across the NYC area, and our reach extends nationwide through partnerships with shelters all over the U.S.


Whether it's sending much-needed physical supplies, offering financial donations, or simply amplifying their stories through our growing social media presence, we’re committed to lifting up the rescue organizations doing life-saving work every day.


But our impact isn’t limited to in-person events—we're also a dynamic online platform for education and advocacy. Through digital content, we share insights on animal rescue, mental health, fitness, and overall wellness, helping people make the connection between caring for animals and caring for themselves.


Woof Wellness is a movement. It's about community, compassion, and creating a more mindful, empathetic world—one downward dog at a time.

$50,000+

Donated to local rescue shelters in our first year of business—with contributions growing each year

70%

Of dogs who attended a Woof Wellness class

found their forever homes through the program

Our team

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