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 …

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 …

DOG LOVERS come together! A simple way to create an environment, where we can enjoy the company of our pets and delight in their excitement! While they enjoy the company of other furry friends like themselves. As most dog lovers know, dogs are pack animals and enjoy the company of others. I’m determined to make a group where we feel we can relax and enjoy the happiness our dogs will have when they are all brought together. Join the dog community and partake in events with your best friend (man’s …

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 DOGGIES LOVERS. Doggies having play dates while Owners exchanging Ideas and Issues. Always looking for Pet-friendly places & activities. Meetups various locations with variety of activities, having fun with our Furry Babies discussing new ideas solving dog issues, and discuss favorite future Meetups. Some Members & Furry Babies love Playdates, Yappy Hour, Parades, Doggie Birthday Parties & Wine/Cheese Hours, Wine/Martini Yappy Hour, love helping Rescues/Shelters, Fundraise …

APe Action, established in January 2007, is a non-profit organization committed to promoting change through the education of moral and ethical values relating to animals, people and the environment. We strive to encourage kindness and empathy for the interconnection of humans, animals, and the earth. Through our dog rescue, PSAs, documentaries and various educational programs we encourage communities to tackle social issues.   For a full list of our available list of our companions and to learn …

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 …

Meet local Dog (and Cat) Owners and Lovers. Experience our monthly events. Share info on local dog-friendly places. This group socializes regularly at Pussy & Pooch Pethouse and Pawbar, http://www.pussyandpooch.com - THE Ultimate Pet Destination and Social Venue… Pussy & Pooch brings a playful, edgy and fun twist to the traditional pet store experience with distinctive pet products and services. A colorful and interactive social setting for pets and their parents… Feast on a meaty pet meal at …

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!!!!

If you'd like to meet other Basset Hound owners and lovers in So Cal this is the Meetup for YOU! I'm looking to bring Basset owners together for fun & puppy playtime. We will have meetups locally; SFV; LA; parks; pet events etc; anywhere we can show our hounds off at!! Come meet other basset owners; share info; tips and more or just have fun!! If you have any ideas for meetups or activities please let us know! We will keep you posted on dog-friendly activities as well as rescue fundraisers so …

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 …

Mutt Shack Animal Rescue is a 501(c ) 3 nonprofit animal rescue group. http://www.muttshack.org. We pull animals from local animal shelters on their last week of life and bring them to pet adoptions at various PetCo stores. All our dogs are spayed/neutered, brought up to date on all shots and microchipped before we place them in their new homes.

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.

The loss of a pet/or expected loss of a pet is a devastating time. Our pets play many roles in our lives including best friends/family members and soul mates. It's important to know that you are not alone and that it is possible to heal from such a loss. Come and be supported by others who have recently lost a beloved pet or whose pets are seriously ill. The group is led by a Certified Pet Loss Counselor, who will facilitate the group by allowing those grieving to share their feelings in a safe …

Los Angeles Responsible Pit Bull Owners (LARPBO) launched in February 2011 to bring together "Responsible Pit Bull Owners" in the greater Los Angeles area. Our mission is to join together in group activities, events, pit bull advocacy, education/training classes, and community outreach in order to promote a positive image of all “bully breeds.” We are committed to educating the public about responsible pit bull and dog ownership, banishing the myths that the media feeds the public. We actively w …

SOCIALIZING WITH PET PARENTS and FURRY BABIES Group enjoys having FUN, PLAYDATES, HELPING SHELTER/RESCUES, FUNDRAISER, SOCIALIZING, CHILDREN READING TO OUR DOGGIES, Yappy Hour, Wine & Cheese Yappy Hour while our doggies eat doggie treats, Doggie Birthday Parties.  Group has numerous socializing events/activities, view 150+ Photo Albums Most important goals are our Furry Babies and helping dogs who are not so lucky. Please bring any ideas about future Meetups and bring your doggies to socialize a …

This is a group of English Bulldogs and their owners who want to meetup and let the dogs play while we all laugh and have a good time in each other's company.

The Los Angeles Miniature Pinscher Meetup Group gets together once a month at different enclosed SMALL DOGS ONLY parks throughout L.A. We also have other fun and interesting meetups scheduled at various times such as Gentle Dental Teeth Cleaning, Brunch Meetups, etc.... When you sign up, you'll be notified via email of upcoming events and reminders as the events draw near. We do require all Member's MinPins be current on vaccines and NEUTERED OR SPAYED. This prevents any aggression, attempted ma …

Calling all animal lovers and do-gooders. The South Los Angeles Animal Shelter needs you! Here you will find the sweetest, loveliest animals in the world. Unfortunately, due to budget cuts and very few volunteers, the dogs are NEVER walked. Once or twice per week, we'll go down to the shelter, give them love, give them exercise and hopefully find them homes. We can do fundraisers, host parties, and do adoptions. Volunteering there has made such a difference in my life, I'm sure it can do the sam …

Club Paw is a social group for dog and cat lovers in the San Gabriel Valley. This group will focus on training and socializing our furry friends with an emphasis on responsible pet ownership. Meet and mingle with other pet owners and have fun! For dogs: group walks, hikes, training seminars, field trips, play dates and more! For cats: socialization opportunities, toy making parties, and outdoor excursions for indoor kitties! We will also host fundraising events for local shelters and rescue orga …

Meet local Cat (and dog) Owners and Lovers. Experience our monthly social events. Share info on local pet-friendly places and make friends with other pet lovers. Events will take place in both Los Angeles and Long Beach. This group socializes regularly at Pussy & Pooch Pethouse and Pawbar, http://www.pussyandpooch.com - THE Ultimate Pet Destination and Social Venue… Pussy & Pooch brings a playful, edgy and fun twist to the traditional pet store experience with distinctive pet products and servi …

This group is for animal lovers. Do dogs and cats in the shelters break your heart? Are you unable to foster or adopt? Have no money yourself to donate to shelters and non-profits? Well, you can still do something to help! This group is dedicated to fundraising for animal shelters (no-kill!) and charities. We will put our minds together on how to raise money. We will also have meet-ups volunteering at an animal shelter. We need enthusiastic, passionate, animal lovers!

LA dachshund lovers need a place to meet and adore our little "wieners"! If you are dachshund owner and are looking for a group of fun, positive people and short-legged friends, we will meet once a month to make friends and share stories. Being planned: Halloween parade and costume contest, doxie races, boutique days and more! Sasha, my miniature dachshund, is looking forward to making new friends too!

I've hiked, camped and backpacked for many years. One day while hiking with a group, I heard people talking about some local hot springs, and it sounded interesting so I wanted to find out more.  Long story short, within a few years, I've gone to most of the hot springs in Southern California and many up north as well. Hot springs are special places.  They truly do have medicinal and stress relieving properties.  If you have any silver jewelry you will see the healing mineral content of the wate …

Greetings, fellow Pug owners! We recently rescued our puglet Marty and wanted to meet some other awesome Pugs, but quickly found that all the Pug meetups are over the hill! This meetup is for any and all Valley-based Pug owners to get together and meet at parks in our respective areas (Studio City, Sherman Oaks, Encino, Van Nuys, etc.) We'll find dog-friendly places nearby for refreshments, as well (like Aroma in Studio City!) Marty is so excited to make new curly-tailed friends!