Kick back and watch your pups play as you relax with fine wine and good company! NYC Yappy Hour™ is all about meetups that aim to pamper dogs and their owners alike. You should join this group if you: -have a 25lb-or-under pooch -want to socialize Fido and Fifi with other NYC dogs -deserve to be pampered as much as your pooch does (yes, you do!) -enjoy a glass of wine (not required!) -ok... you'll admit it -- sometimes get a little bored at dog meetups! We will have monthly meetups in …

Boston Dogs Organization is the play-date, playgroup, reference section, dog and owner communication portal, extension of its nonprofit  www.boston-dogs.org Our parent nonprofit specializes in unique, holistic, individual training; performing surrender interventions; facilitating rescue transportation and placements; and constant canine political advocacy (we spearheaded the first criminal devocalization Bill in the USA "Logan's Law" and passed it 155 - 1 by the MA legislature and signed by Gove …

Hi fellow Dog Lovers! I started this group because I thought it would be awesome to get dogs an their owners together in a fun social setting. Some ideas I had in mind were fun Costume Theme Parties, "Doggie Talk Sessions" to discuss specific issues and conditions that our dogs have, and share our experiences and knowledge with one another ( maybe over some wine and cheese ;), and "Doggie Learn Sessions" with animal care professionals as guest speakers , which would give us an opportunity to lis …

Hiking With Dogs is free and open to every dog-lover. This group is for anyone who wants to be outdoors in the company of dogs. Hikes will be setup in the Eastern part of CT.   Since the current leadership has no sense of direction, we often get lost, but that adds to the fun.  Consider yourselves warned! :-) I would like everyone to add at least one picture of themselves and/or their dog(s). Also please put your pup's name. Thanks!! Anyone who has sugestions of hikes that are in out of the way …

BOSTON SNOW DOGS INC NEW ENGLAND TRAILS is a cooperative-style group that brings together both you & your dog(s) to share a common passion with other owners. We invite you to come spend as MUSH time with your pup(s) out for a day of fun and get to know other pet owners to share valued info, tips, ideas & anything related to our love for the pup(s). This is a "Owner's Only Group" You must already own a dog to join. Members must be 18 & over to join! (members can bring their children but they mus …

We welcome those who support pits, even if you aren't NYC residents or pit bull owners! ** NYC meetups for Pit bulls / Pit mixes (staffs, rescues, etc) every Saturday or Sunday throughout whole year. ** We meet at various parks and dog runs, dog-friendly restaurants, take walks along rivers and bridges, and through New York City neighborhoods. A great opportunity to socialize your dogs in a welcoming and helpful environment. Options abound for people with dog-aggressive pits who still want to …

We've started this group for local dogs of all breeds to get out and enjoy a walk in the park. Pit bulls and bully breeds are welcome! Don't have a dog? Adoptable dogs and fosters are welcome, as well! ***Please note that if you would like to bring an adoptable dog from the Liberty Humane Society you must first be a registered volunteer who has completed the volunteer orientation and dog handling seminar.  More information is available at: http://www.libertyhumane.org/volunteer.php.  You will al …

Something that all dogs need: Exercise, Walks & Mental Stimulation!! Pooky's club was originally established in 2003 as a "cockers" only meetup. I created it to exercise & socialize my "reactive" dog around other dogs & to meet other cocker owners in the area who love the breed as much as I do. Soon thereafter, people started contacting me saying that they didnt have a cocker, but could they come pleazzzze? So effective 2006 I changed it to Pooky's All Breed Dog Walking Club! All breeds & ages …

Exercise and discipline are key elements in raising a healthy, balanced, and happy best friend. Walking with our dogs is awesome for both us and our dogs. It is great exercise and great for our health, soothes anxiety, and strengthens the bond between us and our dogs. This group is just about that. It is about fun, good health, and making good friends, for both us and our pups. We plan to hold dog pack walks that meet in various parts of Central Park. We welcome dogs of all sizes and just reques …

Instead of bringing dogs to a fenced in "boxing ring" to rough house and potentially get hurt, we are bringing them on a focused walk in their most natural state - in a pack. We can do simple paved trails, such as Bare Cove or Pond Meadow Park. Or we can step it up a notch and try the paths less traveled, and go for hikes on the Blue Hills. Location suggestions are welcome! So, all friendly pups and their owners, come join us on our walks for exercise, socialization and some fresh air. Rememb …

Calling all dog walkers and pet lovers! I'd love for my Corgi mix puppy to meet other puppies and dogs for occasional walks and doggy playdates. We will meet at dog friendly locations like St. Mary's by the Sea in Black Rock and Lake Mohegan in Fairfield. I am open to suggestions of other places to meet and will continue to research great locations. Looking forward to some fresh air with our beloved 4 legged friends! Please make sure your dog is leashed at all times and current on vaccinations.

Hi All!!! I am looking to get some people together to meet up for walks, play time, hiking, training, etc.c I would love for members to get together during the week and on weekends for some off leash play time/hiking and also for some leash walks! If you own or don't own a dog you are welcome! You just need to have a love for animals and want to get some walking in. If you  need to cancel please change your RSVP or text me. We will wait 10 minutes after the start time for all members to begin th …

Meetup with others for walking  and exploring nature with our dogs for just plain fun We look forward to meeting up with other dog owners and dog enthusiasts to spend time together on a variety of walks in the Western Mass. area. Suggestions for activities and locations are encouraged and welcome. Please check out the "About" section of this site for more events and venues. Everyone is welcome . . . come join us!

The goal of the Worcester Dog Owners Walking Group is to develop and refine a community dog walking intervention program as part of a research study at UMass Worcester. Dog walking is a possible way for people to become more active. This meetup group will provide an opportunity for dog owners to connect to their community and discuss and resolve limitations to dog walking. The present study aims to test an intervention that addresses increasing physical activity, please call Susan at (508)856-17 …

This is a non-breed specific group, any size any age.  If your dog is in good health an has current vaccines or titer your are welcome.  If you have any issues such as leash pulling, I will be there to help you work through it. Did you know that exercising your dog can curtail common behavior issues? Common behavior problems like chewing, barking, digging or just plain old unruliness can be frustrating for any dog owner. Did you ever notice that dogs have an uncanny ability of finding ways to …

Every rescued dog is a success story, and this group can be a place to share your dog's own story while meeting other people who have made the same commitment to saving an animal from a shelter, the streets, or any other bad situation. Join us for a casual leashed walk around Prospect Park in Brooklyn. Since many people are kind enough to adopt dogs with behavioral issues, this isn't a playgroup, but rather a low-key pack walk. Our walks generally last 1.5 hours, and may involve some hills and/o …

We are a dog walking group that strives to create a safe and non-judgmental environment for dog owners to work on socializing their pets. We will hold regular, structured group walks and nature hikes for up to 20 dogs (and unlimited humans) at a time in various locations around the New York City metro area. We urge participants to use our outings as an opportunity to encourage and reinforce the behaviors you want your dog to exhibit everyday in public. All types of dogs and people are welcome, …

This group is for people who care about their dog and their dog's behavior and want to train, learn AND have fun while working their dog in a friendly environment! This group is associated with Higher Expectations Dog Training & Behavior Modification (http://hexdogs.com/), open to anyone interested in creating a better relationship with your canine, and ultimately a better-behaved dog!  Join us for training practice, socialization opportunities, classes, workshops, dog-friendly events & more, as …

Calling all Great Pyrs, Berners, Newfies, St. Bernards, Danes, Shepards, Bouviers, Wolfhounds, Mastiffs, Big Labs and whatever-mixes! Let's get together with our BIG DOGS and have some fun times. I'd like to find a fenced-in area where we can go off-leash safely but for now we'll have to overrun a dog park or two! I'm also thinking of a combination of walks on the Blackstone Bikepath, fund-raising walks and any other events of interest to members. I would like to set Sundays at 1:00PM as a regul …

We are a national organization that promotes group activities with you and your dog. We help you get started with hiking, camping, canoeing, dog pulling sports, agility, community service projects, obedience, water sports, and dog care programs. It is simple to join and meet other dog lovers.

This is a group for any and all dog lovers and owners. Swifto Dog Walking will be sponsoring, creating and organizing different events throughout the city that dog owners and their best doggy friends can take part in. We'll have a barbecue with a certified training giving dog training tips, "Yappy Hours" and just about everything else you can think of. And please, we'd love to hear any ideas you have for events! If we like them enough, we'll do our best to put them on. Thanks and we're all looki …

This is a group for any runners who enjoy running with their dogs! The carriage lane in Newton makes for an excellent dog jogging route. Join us for a 3-4 mile jog with your dog! All fitness levels welcome and a dog is not necessary to participate!

Dog Owners in Saugerties Unite! Are you looking for a place to have some off-leash fun time with your four legged friend? Well, let's ask the town to support one! I'm looking for volunteers to help get the movement started and see this through conception, planning and building phases, right on through to the ribbon cutting!! Help where you can but get involved! Dog Parks are places to socialize and excercise your dogs off-leash with other well behaved dogs. New human and canine friendships have …

Bring your big dog to play meet up in parks for walks and socializiing big dogs! Fun for dogs and their owners.

This trainer created group welcomes Super Social Small Dogs under 25lbs and their people to come, socialize and have fun - saving NYC's small dog population from it's "yapper" reputation. By socializing on a routine basis, these Super Social Small Dogs heriocally fight off small dog syndrome symptoms of barking, yapping and terrorizing Gotham's population. Developing into confident, happy-go-lucky, care-free Social Small Dog Super Heroes! Come! Join the Super Social Small Dog group and help save …

Dog people who are interesting in more than "the basics" of dog owning. Monthly seminars are a new monthly dog-centric seminar series designed to enrich the relationship between canines and their human companions. "Your Dog is Smart, Now it's Your Turn" is presented on the second Thursday of each month at 7 pm at the Ethical Culture Society, 53 Prospect Park West, 11215. Seminars are co-hosts and co-produce by FIDO in Prospect Park, in conjunction Brooklyn Bark, dog walking & pet sitting service …

We host gatherings in New York City for dog lovers -- both dog owners, and non-dog owning animal lovers who'd like to spend some time with friendly pups and likeminded humans. We avoid force-based training methods and encourage holistic, thoughtful pet ownership. Check back here for puppy playgroups, adult dog playgroups, lectures, workshops and seminars. We also list other NYC Pet Events at http://thedo.gs.

Monthly leashed dog walkabouts in northern NJ. WalkAbouts are once monthly on Sat or Sun mornings from October through May. Mon or Wednesday evenings June through September.