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 …

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 …

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 …

This is a board game group that meets once a month on various Saturdays. We play Family games as well as card games and games of more complexity. My board game list is at  http://boardgamegeek.com/collection/user/jschlickbernd?own=1&gallery=large and you are free to bring games that you would like to play. Traditional/family games are fine. We don't play games that use a standard 52 card deck, or word games.  We also don't play mass market party games, although we play some fun dice games and Po …

We have a monthly free fitness hike that explores the different parks in the LA metro area. You should join if you want a small group vibe of people who are interested or already committed to healthy living. This is a one-of-kind group led by an elite fitness instructor/wellness consultant who wants to help set you up with resources to help you with weight loss goals, injuries, and more! It is designed to be an easy hike for your cardio workout, with 15-minutes of strength training and yoga-ins …

The Spirits of Adventure Meetup Group is all about nurturing your adventurous spirit while making new friends, staying in shape, stepping out of the box and living your life to the fullest. While our meetups will be geared for all ages, some will be themed for adults, some for families, kids and pets. Examples of our activities will be: hiking, biking, camping, haunted house tours, cemetery tours, concerts, movies, dog parks, water sports, outdoor movies, film festivals, seasonal festivals, flyi …

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 …

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 …

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 …

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 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 …

Are you a young (20s and 30s) resident of eastside LA? Loving Los Feliz, excited about Echo Park, dominating Downtown, salivate for Silverlake..I could go on and on, but you get my point, right? If you (and your friends) live in or just love the eastside of LA and are looking to meet other fun young people, you're in the right place! We started this meetup group for a number of reasons: We love our neighborhood and all of the eastside neighborhoods because they have so much to offer! It can nev …

This group was created for ACD owners as well as Dachshund owners. These polar opposite breeds bring a diverse group of dog lovers who can participate in every dog activity out there! We will be hiking, going to the dog beach, meeting at different dog parks in central LA (Hollywood & Downtown) hosting agility classes, dog tea parties, doggie birthdays and other suggestions are welcome! Bring your ACD or your Dachshund to any of the events. Please be sure to have confidence in your dogs social sk …

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 …

"Does it work?" Greetings- I'm Peter, one of the co-founders of Lab Rats, and the "gatekeeper"/vetter for our members.  Lab Rats is the name for our self-defense/martial arts/combatives/MMA training group, active since 2000. Sometimes it's referred to as "Fight Church", for when we train on Sundays. Simply, we are a training group first, but happy to share our combative ideas (a way, not the way...) in exchange for training partners.  Great for exercise/fitness, self-defense training (sport and …

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 …

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 …

"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!

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.

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.

You love your dog, I love your dog, so lets get together and have fun with our dogs! Lets go on doggy walks, play dates, or even a group training class. There are so many great on and off leash parks to play, walk, hike, or socialize. We can also have play dates or dog parties so they can work on their social skills but also have a good time with their friends! I am up to do anything where we can have fun with and our dogs! I want to help strengthen the bond between dog and owner and the best wa …