Best Friends Animal Society in Los Angeles is a community outreach and advocacy program. Silva and Francis Battista, two of the original founders of the Best Friends Animal Sanctuary in Kanab, Utah launched L.A. Programs in 1991. From those first grassroots steps, which included assistance to animal victims of fires, riots and the Northridge earthquake, Best Friends - L.A. Programs has grown to become one of the most influential and effective animal welfare organizations in the L.A. area. Best …

PARTYING & SOCIALIZING WITH OTHER DOGGIE LOVERS!!! Members LOVE PARTIES, BARS/RESTAURANTS, PARADES!!! Members love Dog-Friendly Parties, Parades,Costume Contests.  Bars/Restaurants, Fundraisers.  Always looking for Pet-Friendly locations. Members enjoy Wine Bars, Yappy Hours, Martini Yappy Hour, Costume Contest, Parades, Fundraisers.  Some members enjoy helping local Shelters/Rescues. ALL EVENTS, Friends, Spouses, Family Members, Co-Workers, etc. are always WELCOME!! 4 other Doggie Groups alwa …

SOCIALIZING WITH OTHER DOGGIE LOVERS!!! Doggies playing together having playdates.  Owners sharing ideas & experiences.  Always looking for new dog-friendly places and helping local Rescues and Shelters.  Always looking for dog-friendly parties, Yappy Hour, Martini Yappy Hour, Pet-friendly Bars, Pet-Friendly Cocktail Lounges, Halloween Costume & Cocktails Events, St. Patricks Yappy Hour, Doggie Birthday Parties,  plus much, much, more. Your IDEAS will be heard in this Meetup Group!!!!! We're in …

Welcome to the German Shepherd Meetup Group of Los Angeles. This is a meetup group for anyone who has a GSD or GSD mix. We will be meeting both with and without our dogs. For meetups with dogs your dog must be dog friendly and socialized. We are available to discuss responsible dog ownership, dog care, GSD rescue, training (basic obedience, agility, dog sports, herding, nose work, detection, protection, schutzhund, mondioring, Canine Good Citizen, therapy dog work) health and nutrition and so mu …

This group is about hiking and fun events with our dogs.  Join us to hike, walk, go to dog friendly restaurants, dog beaches, backyard parties and other types of fun events - suggestions are welcome! I am a facilitator of this group and need members to pitch in and plan events too. We are dog lovers and want to hike and socialize our dogs together. Owners of all dog breeds are welcome! Please do not bring dogs who are aggressive.  We want people and dogs to be safe! By joining this group you a …

Do you like to do outdoor activities and hate to leave your pooch behind? Are you a responsible dog owner with a neutered, well socialized dog? If so, look no further, this is the group for you and your canine buddy! We are interested in fun, active Southern California day & weekend outings. Hiking, camping, backpacking and kayaking are all on the table. As many of these outings as possible will be in an off-leash environment. Come join us! *****  We are not associated with the Active Dog …

Anyone who has ever known a Schnauzer knows they are a pretty special dogs who are full of life, love, and curious behavior! We welcome Schnauzers of all shapes, sizes, colors, and hybrid breeds (schnoodles, scheangle, etc). And their owners, too! The intention of this group is to have meetups anywhere in LA area and to build friendships between dogs and owners. Hope to see you soon!!!!

I decided to start this group because I have small dogs, including a tiny 2.5lb Chihuahua and a Yorkie and 2 mixed rescues from Puerto Rico. Most groups are breed specific and my pack is a mixture. I am a member to the Yorkie and Chihuahua groups in Los Angeles which are awesome but I don't want to crash the Yorkie group and bring my Chihuahua to the Yorkie party!! So, why not start a mixed breed small dog group? They would appreciate more friends in the San Fernando Valley area. If your small d …

I'm looking for others in the Ventura/Santa Barbara/LA area who are as anxious as I am about finding other pooches to play with our year old Beagle. It'd be great to have a group where they can all play together in a fun and safe environment. My dog is very active and can play for hours. We can meet at parks - of if you're interested in being active as well, I can schedule some dog-friendly hikes.

Come join other dog lovers in the area to help socialize your dog, meet other dog lovers in the area, and share any training tips that you might have.  I am a local dog trainer who would love to meet, socialize and help people in the area.  I want to host weekly Pack Walks where I will help you learn some leash walking tips and tricks that help your active dog become a productive part of you walks.  Anyone who loves dogs should join this group and attend any meet ups that they would like!  Feel …

A group of Labrador/Retriever owners who are sooooo in love with the playful, loving nature of their dogs. It's so incredible to watch them play and have fun, it's all they want to do. Let's bring them together for a reunion of play, whilst we laugh at their latest antics and maybe discuss what they've just chewed up. They certainly teach us unconditional love! Whether it's a dog park, hike or someone's yard, let's celebrate our best friends and bring them together for fun.

My wife and I live in Porter Ranch and own a wonderful male Cocker Spaniel. We frequest the nearest dog park which is located in the middle of the valley on Victory Blvd. just east of White Oak Ave. Since cockers are usally mid size we use the small/medium size park there(there is a separate park also for large dogs). We rarely see other cockers and thought someone should start a meetup for cocker owners in the San Fernando Valley. The park is maintaned fairly well by the city and there is plent …

Fitdog Runners Group is group that runs, jogs or walks with their dogs in the local Santa Monica area.  We also run local 5k / 10k's and fun runs.  This group is for beginners to advanced runners.  We all run at different paces (dogs & people). Join and meet new friends (2-legged & 4-legged).

I'm looking for others like me who have small dogs, live in a space that doesn't have a yard, and want more outlets to exercise their pets and have fun. While visits the local dog park are good, my little one enjoys making friends who she can play with on a regular basis. So if you have a furry friend that plays well with others, then come join us for an adventure!

Calling all pet owers! Do you want your dog to be healthier, live longer, free of allergies and fewer vet visits? Then join our group to learn more on canine nutrition, what commerical foods are best and learn about home made foods and treats. We meet at local dog parks, go on local hikes and socialize with our furry friends while learning about nutrition. First meeting is free, then its a monthly donation of $15.00 for mini nutritional clinics. Other meetings are free.  Hope to see you all soon …

"He is the clown of the dog fraternity, canines answer to vaudeville. A laugh a minute, lives life to the fullest, a maximum velocity version of canine slapstick. But he is also a sympathetic soul, a shoulder to cry on, a confidante. He is all that is good in a dog. He is of course The Boxer" (from the article Canine Clowns by Matthew Cowley) "The character of the Boxer is of the greatest importance and demands the most solicitous attention. He is renowned from olden times for his great love an …

Corgis unite!! If you are lucky enough to own one of the greatest, smartest, cutest, and furriest dogs ever, then you should come out and play. Nothing beats a pack of corgis. Purebreds and mixes welcome! There will be at least one meetup per month, whether it's at the park, on a hiking trail, or at the beach where dogs can play and owners can mingle. Join us for tons of fun with your corgi(s)!

Hey everyone!! If you have a dog or even a couple dogs and want to meet new people then this is a great meet up just for you. Dogs of all sizes and all breed, people of all sizes and ages are welcome. Bring your pooch to the dog parks, and hosts homes to socialze you pet and yourself. Meet people who have the same love for dogs that you do. I wanted to start a group for a veriety of dogs. I have a bichon poodle mix and I was having a hard time finding a meet up that would accept a dog of a breed …

Come for a hike in Runyon Canyon every Friday morning with other dog owners. Dog not required to participate. Seriously...I don't even have a dog I just like to be around them! We meet at the south entrance at 9:45am near the intersection of N Fuller Ave & Hillside Ave; Los Angeles, CA 90046. We will be just inside or outside of the front gate. We hike the dirt trail path up the left hand side (not the paved road) which is said to be the more challenging path (still pretty easy). This hike is l …

"Why do you keep taking pictures of your dog??!?!” “Because I love my dog, DUH!” This is a group for anyone who absolutely loves taking pics of their dogs no matter where, when, why or how! We like to capture those *AWW* moments with our four legged companions. Take pics of your dogs while working, taking a walk, playing at the park, and of course destroying your favorite under-garments and shoes. THE SKY IS THE LIMIT!

Dog lovers meeting other dog and animal lovers for a fun "Yappy Hour" with Love that Dog Hollywood! Meet like-minded animal friendly folk to extend your leash on life! Dawg Tawk: where to hike, play, run and socialize your dog! Let's exchange info on training, food, pet sitting, walkers, favorite local spots with dog while enjoying "Yappy Hour" food & drinks at one of Love that Dog Hollywood! Dog Friendly and Fav spots. Some places have limited outside seating if you're bringing your dog.

All small breed dogs welcome. The Ladies With Leads Meetup is a network designed for all toydog and miniature ladies who would like to socialise with other Ladies With Leads! The group was launched in April 2012 in London and has been an overwhelming success which has led to or expansion to Los Angeles! To keep up to date with all the exciting news and events please visit : www.ladieswthleads.co.uk For all our meetup pictures please visit: www.ladieswithleads.tumblr.com And dont forget to foll …

All Dachshunds, affectionately known as Doxies, (other small dogs are more than welcome) and their owners are invited to meet around Los Angeles including Culver City, Rancho Park, Santa Monica, and West Hollywood. Activities include dog park play dates, small hikes, and holiday themed parties for our dogs. Doxies love to be with their own kind and are a sight to see when a group of them are together. Come on Doxie Lovers, let's get our Doxies together and have fun!

I have a facility to enable a group gathering once a month for dog lovers in the Canoga Park and surrounding areas no matter what the weather is outside, - we will be offering a fun place where dog parents and their dog children can come and socialize with others for fun and information! Want the best for your companion! then lets get together and share stories and events together.

We are the friendliest group of people who helps German Shepherds. We are a non profit 501(c)3, no kill rescue committed to saving all types of German Shepherd Dogs from high kill shelters and adopting them to loving, qualified homes.

If you have a Doodle in the family and want to meet other Doodle owners............if you enjoy walking and hiking and getting to know other Doodle people, please join our group. We plan to meet at least once a month at a location where our dogs can socialize and we can too.

Bark For Life is a noncompetitive walk event for dogs and their owners to raise funds & awareness for the American Cancer Society's fight against cancer. By supporting Bark For Life, you help the American Cancer Society save lives, and that helps us move closer to our ultimate goal of a world with less cancer and more birthdays. So bring your best canine friend and join us for a fun-filled day starting with a walk, and then continuing with demonstrations, contests, and games. www.RelayForLife.or …

This is a group for anyone interested in training their dog etc. All dog skills levels are welcome. I started this group to meet other dog lover enthusiasts to help obedience train dogs to understand hand signals, gestures, and voice/sound commands of the human language. I am exploring ways in helping everybody learn to communicate with their dog in a positive way as a group and make new friends while we meet up for walk and talks with our dogs to reinforce their dog training in the field.