Known for a stubborn, mischievous, and headstrong temperament, the Schipperke is sometimes referred to as the "little black fox", the "Tasmanian black devil", or the "little black devil". They are naturally curious and high-energy dogs and require ample exercise and supervision. Schipperkes are very smart and independent; and sometimes debate listening to owners, instead choosing to do whatever benefits them the most. First-time dog owners would be well advised to familiarize themselves w …

Join the West Seattle Weiner Dog Round-Up to get yourself some doxie therapy! Meet fellow dachshunds and their owners for some playtime and a chance to talk about training (or lack there of!) issues, health and nutrition, and the general well-being of our popular breed. Longhaired, Smooth or Wirehaired; Miniature or Full-sized, all Dachshunds and their people are welcome. Bring your long dog and their long dog tales and get ready to have some fun!

1. Do you have a Great Dane who wants to play with someone his/her own size for a change? 2. Are you dying to share a story about your Great Dane's hilarious antics that only another Dane lover could really understand? 3. Have you figured out how to keep your Dane from sneaking food off the counter and you want to share this and other training tips with fellow owners? If you answered "yes" to any of the questions above, then join us at an upcoming Seattle Area Great Dane meet-up. We look forward …

A regular meetup for dogs and their people interested in socializing and brushing up on the latest training techniques.

This group is for pet business people to network, meet other pet professionals in the area, share, share announcements and pet industry info/events at our meetings, create a referral base, receive & give help, as well as generate new ideas that help us build and grow their buinesses.

We provide a variety of dog events and play dates at our facility in Clearview. We have hosted many fund raisers for pet organizations such as Love-a-Mutt Rescue, Wolftown, Summit Assistant Dogs and more. Are events are fun, for a good cause and educational. We regularily hold a Doggie Easter Egg Hunt and a Halloween Costume Contest. We usually have a guest speaker to add an educational aspect to our events. Past events have featured Dr Evergreen from Evergreen Holistic Vet speaking about holis …

This is a group for people who like to get out exploring with their dogs.  Hikes and walks will mainly be scheduled for the Seattle area and north. You do not need to own or bring a dog to join us, you just need to be willing and comfortable hiking with dogs. I am not an experienced guide, but over the past year have done a number of hikes and am wanting to find others that are passionate about getting out as well. http://www.meetup.com/north-end-hikes-and-walks-with-dogs/about/ Disclaimer: We a …

Welcome to the Midweek Hiking Meetup Group. As the name implies, hikes will be offered only on weekdays, never on Saturdays or Sundays.  If you are retired (like me), have some weekdays off, or just get sick a lot on sunny work days, then this is the group for you. I will concentrate on day-hikes in the Cascade Mountains along the I-90 corridor and also Mt. Rainier.  These areas are way too crowded on weekends and are best enjoyed in the relative peace and quiet of a weekday. Most hikes will be …

A small breed dog and puppy playgroup for those under 12 inches or 12 pounds (or thereabouts).  We provide a safe atmosphere from the rough play and possible "predatory drift" of bigger dogs.  Meetups for 60 - 90 minutes of socializing and exercise several times a week at our heated indoor playroom or in our securely fenced yard, weather permitting.  Located in downtown Redmond, with plenty of easy parking.  Members are welcome to suggest other locations for meetups as well.  We look forward to …

If you have an Aussie or Border Collie (and heaven help you if you've got more than one!), you know that they are . . . well . . . as crazy, neurotic, remarkably intelligent, unique, extremely loving & devoted, beautiful, OCD-prone, high energy and intense as their owners. But we love 'em just as much as they love us - quirks and all! PURPOSE: This group was created to provide an opportunity for Aussie & BC owners to meet with each other and their dogs for play dates, walks, hikes, bike rides, t …

This group is for anyone with a new puppy or anyone who plans on getting a puppy. This will be a place where you will be able to find fun activities and classes to do with your puppy and discuss training issues and behavior problems and schedule meetups.

Serves as a meetup for Run 2 Be Fit.  Not your typical fitness class!  Whatever your goal is, we'll help you achieve it w/cardio, running, endurance, and interval training. Also serves as  Meetup Group is for dog owners to walk, jog, and run with their dogs in the North area. Non-dog owners always welcomed and must be comfortable with dogs in the group.

Welcome to Seattle WalkABulls! Although we joined meetup in October of 2012, this group was actually founded in January of 2012. We are a social dog walking group that is accepting and supportive of all breeds, and inclusive of various personalities, "issues", and sociability. We are dedicated to public education as well as advocating for those dogs and families that are not always welcome in many places around the city, which today is primarily the pit bull family. Seattle WalkABulls is a commu …

Do you care for other people's pets for a living? Do you miss human interaction? Would you like to share stories with other professional pet care providers? Then come join us! We will gather and discuss the ins and outs of the biz, as well as swap stories, and make friends :) P.S. Pass it on!

We are a group of all breed dog owners that meet weekly at a local dog park(s) and on dog friendly trails whenever possible. This group is designed to give the opportunity for our fur kids to interact/play with other fur kids. Do expect to allow your dog to be OFF leash at the dog park. A leashed dog cannot behave normally toward approaching dogs and may become defensive and aggressive. PLEASE watch your dogs! Don't read, talk forever on the phone, play on the PSP, or anything other than enjoy b …

Seattle based sled-dog meet-up. A chance for Seattle huskies and sled dogs to get together to play and run at off-leash parks around Seattle. Information on local sled-dog events will be shared. Also an opportunity for networking and sharing resources for humans interested in joring / urban mushing. All-breeds are welcome!  Especially if you have a dog with a similar energy-level or play-style to huskies we would love for you to join!