This is a group to explore the joys of Pet Therapy. First topics to be covered are pet suitability evaluation. The Canine Good Citizen certification (for dogs). Finding a certification training location. What types of pet therapy opportunities are available? Teaching your dog to read (no, seriously!). Matching your pet with the best volunteer activity. Member suggested topics.

Calling all professionals in the pet industry, pet-related business owners, and pet rescue groups. This is the only networking group that is centered on pet related businesses and pet rescues in the Lehigh Valley, PA area. This group is specifically for pet business people to network, meet other pet professionals in the area, share announcements and pet industry information, receive and give help, as well as generate new ideas that help us build and grow our businesses. We will talk about upcomi …

February is Responsible Pet Owner Month... At PoochHealth.com, we thought now is the best time to start this group and educate pet owners about free services available to take responsibility for managing their loved one's health records and documents. Our goal is to bring together pet owners and share stories about our pet's health, what works, what does not, where to get help, where to find trusted services, all in our community. Our aim is to host workshops (with guest speakers) and sponsored …

Welcome to the Pet Sitters Group! Here you can exchange information, tips, business information, networking and support. This group was created to support in our industry and to create events to get together to share information. We are here to support all Professional Pet Sitters in the Tri-State area. I hope that members find this group not only a resource, but a place to find support and friends! MEMBERSHIP BENEFITS With your membership of $25.00 a year, you may promote one business. Put yo …

This is a group to get people together who support animal rights. We will list all types of events from animal group tricky trays to just general animal events around northern new jersey. A number of friends of mine love these kinds of events so I'm sure there are more of us out there. With Hurricane Sandy a few people I know have been taking donations for furry friends as well as the humans who need help and what better way to reach out to people to help with donations than on a meetup site.

We are interested in using the latest in scientific research about animal intelligence, cognition and behavior to encourage people to become more involved in the conservation and humane treatment of animals. We also produce a series of public panel discussions with scientists whom we invite from all over the country to discuss their latest findings in various aspects of the behavior and cognition of animals with non-scientists. Are animals self-aware, do they have emotional lives, are they creat …

We are a group of peaceful activists to protest against the fur trade. We want to raise awareness of the reality of this cruel and unacceptable marketing. Animals need our voices to end their suffering. Join us to make a difference...

New York Animal Rights Alliance America is now waging a revolution on the New York Center for Animal Care and Control. We hit the streets in large numbers with flyers and signs to give the City of NY a strong message, WE ARE NOT GOING TO TAKE THE SLAUGHTER OF OUR DOGS AND CATS **ANYMORE** and demand the killing ends now, that the pounds in Queens and the Bronx be built after the city just won their appeal NOT to build them, that decency and compassion and patience and MONEY is allocated to our …

For fellow pet lovers & owners - bring your own dog to the Dog Park. Every couple of weeks we will visit different dog parks. It's always more fun with a group of pets!

This group is a place for people and their pups to find out about pet-friendly events and socials. We strive to be a group for people looking to make friends and raise funds for non-profit organizations that work tirelessly to save the lives of animals. Your time with us is an investment in a better world for animals. We offer a variety of fun-filled events for all ages! Feel free to also post your own events and we'll gather the pack!

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.

"Come on, Come all - looking for Animal Lovers of all kinds to assist us with raising Funds and Awareness for Animal Welfare. Need volunteers to assist with obtaining Sonsorship for our 3rd Annual Black & White Masquerade Charity Ball on November 2, 2013 at the Holiday Inn Kulpsville, Pa., from 6pm to midnight. Looking for people who are interested in being part of these events and to start meeting in a fun place. We are a 501c3 Non Profit Animal Welfare Charity that supports local, state and na …

Greetings ! WHAT WE DO Our group, THE NEW YORK CITY MALTESE MEETUP GROUP hosts meetup events for Maltese dogs and their people in Manhattan.  Our events include indoor play dates at reputable dog daycare facilities in NYC. It is a great opportunity for Maltese dogs to play, get exercise, and maintain good social skills. It is also a wonderful platform for their owners to exchange information and help educate one another re: breed-specific health problems and preventive care recommendations; beh …

This group is for people interested in the holistic approach to animal wellness . The primary focus will be on cat and dog nutrition and health, but people with other types of animal companion are also welcomed. The goal is to establish a productive, learning-oriented group where people can share information on nutrition, alternative & complementary therapies for health mainenance & preventive care, as well as ways to address actual health problems and illnesses that may challenge our animal c …

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, …

Plans for Pups (PfP) reviews select dog-related activities and events (mainly in and around the greater New York City (NYC) area) and vacation spots with dogs every where.  If you would rather bring your dog with you than leave him home, this is the group for you. Welcome to People and Dogs with or without pedigree! We have Plans for Pups! ___________________ PFP is organized by Monica McLaughlin. PfP is not affiliated with any other organization. bark, bitch, canine, "dish on dogs", dog, doggy …

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 …

This is is a MeetUP  for small dogs.  As a small dog pet parent you are free to post planned or impromptu get togethers for other small dogs and their pet parents.

Peace Advocacy Network (PAN) promotes a peaceful existence through veganism, social justice, and respect for the Earth's inhabitants and resources. PAN, founded in 2010, is a grassroots group completely run by volunteers that strives for the absence of violence in the lives of people and animals by eliminating oppression and inequality. The PAN Vegan Pledge program encourages people to adopt a vegan diet for 30 days with the program’s hands-on support. This support includes five weekly meetings …

WHO WE ARE: We are a group of active adult RV owners who travel with(or without) their pets. We want to build a group of like-minded people seeking new friendships who enjoy getting together for fun activities and just have a good time. Please note, this is not a “hookup” or a singles group. This group may include everyone singles, couples, parents, all are welcome. We are a fast growing pet friendly group that has been in operation since April of 2013. If you like pets and like to camp, hike, …

The difference between this group and maybe some others, from what I heard, is that I am looking for new friends, not just someone to spend an hour with, so please consider that before joining this group, if that is for you. I want people to be engaged. ---------------------------------------------------------- New policy...I am reviewing new applicants who want to become members. If you are approved, please pay the $10 fee to bbaygirl07@aol.com via paypal within 7 days {no exceptions} otherwise …

Meet others in your local area interested in Animal Rescue of any kind. We will post our adoption and fundraiser events and volunteer opportunities and special animals looking for home.

We host casual monthly gatherings in New York City for dog-industry business professionals who use positive reinforcement methods and advocate for rescues.

"Dogs have masters; cats have servants." If this sounds like your house, let's get catty! Share tips, tricks and stories about life with our cute, curious and, yes, often crazy cats. Everyone welcome, but residents of the five boroughs of New York and nearby suburbs especially encouraged to join!

IT'S EASY TO JOIN AND ALL ARE WELCOME! It's Free to Join This is THE place for Shiba Inus (and their Human Companions) We've been together as a Meetup group since 2006! (425  meetups so far) Over 351 Members! Contact Number 860-316-7319 for ANY QUESTIONS We host walks, hikes & playdates , all specifically for Shibas and their people, but Shiba 'friends' are always welcome.. this site is open to anyone who likes Inus, you do not need to live in the tri-state to join and share on our message boa …

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 …

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.