There's a new exercise class probably like no other. It's called "Doga", a yoga class for both humans and their dogs, at the same time.

On the path to relaxation, East Yoga Studio (New York City) owner Kari Harendof has a special guide, her dog Charlie.

"One day I just brought him to class and then I thought, if everyone loved having him in class, there's got to be other people who want to bring their dogs to yoga, who want to do yoga with their dogs, and that's how the whole movement started," Harendof recalls.

A movement she calls "Doga" has dogs from Great Danes to Pugs, partnered up with their owners for a combination of meditation, massage and stretching.

"It's actually a really good thing for her. She's a very anxious dog. She has a lot of nervousness," says one dog owner taking the class.

Twice a month, Harendof offers the classes, proving that the pose Downward Facing Dog isn't just for people.

"Dogs already are yoga, they already know that, but that relationship and honoring that relationship takes care of their emotional well being, their emotional health, physically and that heart to heart connection," she says.

And it's fun for four legged family members even if you've never tried yoga before.

"We just love it. It's really relaxing and it's a good time to play with all the other friends and socialize," says Harendof.

Doga also offers dogs and people the benefits of stress relief and reduced back pain, something that keeps long-time practitioners coming back for more.

"I like being able to do some of my practice and incorporate something for her. So instead of her getting in the way, it was something kind of fun for her".

It's not only good for everyone in the doga class, all the money goes to Manhattan's Bid-a Wee Animal Shelter.

"You know you're giving it towards a good cause and it's time to spend with your dog, I really love yoga and I really love dogs, so it's a win-win."