Welcome to the Good Dog! Training Academy. After many good years training the puppies and dogs of this community, Good Dog! Training Academy is closing. It has been a pleasure getting to know so many wonderful dog parents and watching the puppies and dogs blossom into well behaved members of our community. Thank you for the memories. This meetup site is in transition at the moment. I am trying to decide what to do with it. It may be shut down or it may transition into another sort of dog meetup …

Congratulations on joining the *Original Pack Leader Group!* I am pleased to bring you the Inland Empire’s finest meet-up for fans of National Geographic’s “The Dog Whisperer.” This is a training group designed for average pet owners who are fans of Cesar Millan's pack leader philosophy. For more than 20 years I have used natural, primal, and holistic methods to work with dogs, as well as other animals. As a professional dog trainer of nearly 20 years I have received formal training with interna …

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 …

- MISSION STATEMENT - DESPERATE PAWS OF ORANGE COUNTY DOG CLUB is a NOT-FOR-PROFIT CLUB designed to get PARENTS and their PAWS out of the house and enjoying life. The club was specifically created to place PARENTS and their PAWS together in fun social activities, while Advocating for Dog Welfare and Adoption. ALL FRIENDLY PARENTS AND THEIR PAWS ARE WELCOME TO JOIN! MEMBERSHIP IS FREE!! Through the club we hold fun social activities, outings and events such as trips to Dog Beaches, Bark P …

Toby’s Fun Club is a local club for you and your dog. We offer varieties of social gatherings, play times and hikes throughout each month to attend. This is a great way to socialize and exercise your dogs and also to meet other pet parents and animal care professionals. We usually meet in local parks, dog beaches and other dog friendly places. Our events are free and anybody may attend.  You can come to our events even if you do not have a dog.  We welcome everyone who loves animals and wants to …

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 …

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 …

This group is for Los Angeles Vizsla owners to organize off-leash playdates, hiking excursions, beach trips and other V-friendly activities. This is also a forum for sharing health, behavior and training information about Vs. Thanks for joining!

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 …

This group has been created to help owners socialize their dogs. Behavior problems frequently arise from inadequate socialization, and behavior problems are the leading cause of death for dogs in shelters. We can help all sorts of dogs, and deliver the one-on-one attention troubled dogs need. We use positive reinforcement only, and focus on helping the dog change their emotional response to something that triggers them. We go at the dog's pace, and meet every Sunday afternoon, weather permitting …

I am a dog behaviorist working all over Southern California and I started this group to help dog owners understand their dogs better. Learn how to walk your four legged companion without getting pulled all over the place and finally start enjoying the walk. We will also touch on general dog behavior and how dogs see the world.

Come join other dog lovers in the area to help socialize your dog, meet other dog lovers in the area, and share any training tips that you might have.  I am a local dog trainer who would love to meet, socialize and help people in the area.  I want to host weekly Pack Walks where I will help you learn some leash walking tips and tricks that help your active dog become a productive part of you walks.  Anyone who loves dogs should join this group and attend any meet ups that they would like!  Feel …

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 …

For the love of Dogs of all sizes and breeds.  This group is designed to provide basic obedience (CGC based) and confidence building. Additionally, allow for socialization of your four legged friend amongst dogs of the same breed.

Our goal is to provide the oportunity for dogs to socialize and exercise through structured on-leash pack walking without physical interaction. Dogs and their people will be able to gain invaluable socialization for all types of dogs through the power of the pack walk. This group will always honor the dog and give each dog what they need in terms of space to insure a positive dog-dog and dog-human experience. This group is open to ALL types and breeds of dogs. The reason "sociabull" was chosen w …

"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 …

SBRPBO Is about bringing the Responsible Pit Bull Community Together!! We will be Socializing, Obedience Training, Problem Solving along with Pack Walks. Teaching our dogs the 10 steps in passing the AKC CGC. BEING RESPONSIBLE IS HAVING ALL OUR DOGS SPAYED/NEUTERED/UTD ON ALL VACCINES, MICROCHIPPED AND LICENSED WITH THE CITIES WE RESIDE IN. I am starting this Group to hopefully change the stigma around about this Breed and let the Community Know that we all have Great Dogs!!!

Calling all Dog lovers. This group is open to anyone and all breeds, desiring training and socialization around all type of breeds. All level of obedience are welcomed. I started this group to help small and large breeds learn socialization skills. Looking forward to meeting and helping you achieve CGC (Canine Good Citizen).

This is a group for anyone who loves parrots and would like to meet others in a friendly home visit format. We can discuss best foods,special treats ....good toys or any other topic of concern to people and their parrots . Meetups arranged in my home/aviary in West LA ...where there are lots of perches trees and cages for investigation and play. Hopefully everyone will get a chance to host a gathering and friendships can grow .... As we get to know each ...we can arrange SAFE bird friendly outin …

We meet every TUESDAY nights at 6pm at Dog Haus Biergarten for a free 5k fun run, followed by a short yoga stretch with Janine Glass Yoga Co. then Happy Hour at the pub! Come MEET New Faces, BURN some Calories, then IMBIBE in some tasty drinks with your new Friends! INCENTIVES - We keep track of your runs each time you attend to earn... 10 Runs - FREE Tech Running T-Shirt + 10% discount at Run With Us 20 Runs - FREE Aluminum Water Bottle from Crossfit626 30 Runs - FREE 1-Month Membership at Equi …

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 …

This group is for anyone that loves getting out in nature and taking their best friend. Each month we will choose one hike to do. For the most part, hikes will be no more than 5 miles, but the mileage will be posted as part of the info on the meetup. I would like this group to be collaborative, so I invite you to submit your favorite hike. Trail suggestions are not limited to just the Inland Empire. If you know of a great trail that you have been on, I encourage you to submit it. All trails shou …

This meet-up is open to all; those who are new or experienced on the shamanistic path.  It is a group that merges the wisdom of the past with the desires of the present day to connect with something deeper.  We gather to practice shamanism, natural spirituality, and bring back our connection with a sacred Earth. This is an open-hearted group of folks who perhaps have heard about shamanism or have been hearing the Earth's spiritual call, or perhaps have had training and seek to gather with others …

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.

Favorably fashionably jet-setting and easy going with sense of humor, dog lovers unite by fashion of this superbe niche superfly "Haute Dog" share fashionable friends, trends and trade secrets all in support of local charities ;-)

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.

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.

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 …