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. I am only a facilitator of this group and need members to pitch in and plan events too. We are all dog lovers who want to hike and socialize our dogs together. Owners of all dog breeds are welcome! Please do not bring dogs who are aggressive or who can't walk on leash.  We want people and dogs to be safe! In joining this g …

"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!

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.

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.

"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 …

California Canine Hikers organizes and leads day and evening hikes mainly in Los Angeles County foothills and mountains. Most of our hikes are relatively easy -- around five miles, round-trip, with no more than about 1,000' of elevation gain. Some, however, are a bit more challenging, and can run to eight or more miles in length and contain more than a thousand feet of gain. While our activities, and indeed the entire club, are very casual, we insist that the dogs remain leashed at all times, th …

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 …

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!

Calling all couples with dogs! If you're interested in meeting other like-minded couples with dogs this is the group for you. We can meet to walk our dogs on weekends a couple times a month in the neighborhood or nearby trails. Dogs must be friendly and get along well with other people and dogs. No ankle biters please ;-)

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 …

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.

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 …

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 …

If you've ever owned one (or more :) you will agree: There is something especially GREAT about owning a DANE! This group is for Great Danes and their humans - to meet for walking, hiking, trips to the beach, back yard parties and play dates, to exchange stories and experience, to get an advice about the breed and more... Come join us to have a GREAT Dane fun! Check out our VIDEOS here: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=JHPOT-j9iRg&feature=mfu_in_order&list=UL

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)!

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 …

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.

After 3 years I'm still new to Los Angeles!  I have three dogs (and an Angora rabbit) and we're trying to find all the pet friendly places to go and have fun!  I want to connect myself with animal lovers all around Los Angeles. Lets get our little and big guys together for picnics, strolls and playdates. It's a great way to take advantage of our amazing weather, great landscape and meet people with like minded interests - other animal lovers!  And YES those three little guys are all mine....Blue …

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!!!!

This Los Angeles-based Pet Community offers individuals uplifting interactions with their canine friends thru Events, PAWventures, Dog-sitting, co-op, paw-dates, training, & adoption opportunities. Pooch Point provides a platform in building community outreach, new & deeper friendships, & overall joyous experience in being a good steward to one of God's creations. Gen 1:26. Supported by Turning Point Church www.turningpointla.com

Want to get out of the city and up into the hills, meet some new friends, get some exercise, and have some fun? Then come along! This group is for anyone who likes hiking for fun and exercise, and wants to meet and make friends with others who do as well. We hike mostly on Wednesday evenings, and weekends, and mostly close to greater LA. That means a lot of Griffith Park and the Hollywood Hills, though occasionally we'll head farther afield for some longer and/or tougher hikes. And although we d …

Join a terrific group of South Bay walkers and make your journey to get or stay in shape more enjoyable.  You will not only breathe in our fresh ocean air but we will motivate each other to keep on moving. This is NOT a group for runners, power walkers or competitive athletes. It's a group for those wanting to take full advantage of our breezy and safe South Bay beaches, parks and gardens to find a pleasant, uplifting place to exercise.  If you are interested in good exercise, getting and stayin …

Catholic Singles Network is a Catholic lay ministry that introduces good Catholic men and women to each other, based on their common interests and positive values. This is a positive "friendship service". THERE ARE MANY CATHOLIC SINGLES READY TO MEET EACHOTHER! WE HOST UPSCALE EVENTS & SOCIALS  INCLUDING THE FOLLOWING: Dances, Mixers, Professional Networking, Out-door Activities, Bible Study Sessions Volunteerism, and Philanthropic Opportunities to meet new people. Hiking Outtings, Beach Luau …

Welcome French Bulldog Lovers of Long Beach! Bring your furkid(s) and let them have fun the Frenchie way. We look forward building a strong Frenchie club with regular enjoyable playtimes for our fun and adorable herd!

Like to hike?  Like to hike at a fast pace? Like to hike at a slow pace?  Like to hike with interesting people? Like to hike with your beloved (leashed) dog? Come hike with us. We've been doing this for over 5 years now, and it's always fun! Hike your own hike with us! IMPORTANT: RAIN ALWAYS CANCELS THE HIKE! DUES/FEES There are no membership dues to be a part of this group. For most of the events, a $1 donation at the trailhead is asked, but it's totally voluntary and refundable. The donation …

Welcome to Hiking With Dean, the best hiking group this side of the Los Angeles River! We are headquartered in Brentwood, gateway to "The Big Wild"-- an 18,500-acre swath of the Santa Monica Mountains that includes 10,000-acre Topanga State Park and other public lands at San Vicente Mountain Park (aka the Nike Missile Base), Rustic, Sullivan and Mandeville canyons. Formally the original "The Weekday Hikers," we now meet regularly on the weekends for hikes mostly in and around the Santa Monica Mo …

With over 1,400 members, the Calabasas Day Hikers Meetup group is one of the fastest growing, most interesting hiking groups in Southern California. We are passionate about hiking in the Santa Monica Mountains, hiking in the San Gabriels, and hiking in other areas, too! Our hikes range from beautiful, simple nature hikes just right for beginners to "down and dirty" cross-country treks and scrambles, and just about every kind of hike in between. We enjoy hiking with our dogs, and hiking with a …

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 …