Did you know places like Best Buy and the Shops at North Bridge on Michigan Avenue are dog-friendly?  There are 100's of dog-friendly places in Chicago like bars, shops, parks, and more.  Join the team from AllRoverTown.com as we explore the dog-friendly side of Chicago. When you join the group for our meetups you're guaranteed to enjoy socializing with other dog owners while you smile watching your dog socialize with canine pals.

We started this group to be able to leisurely explore the Parks and Forest Preserves in the Fox River Valley Area with our pug mixes - Guinness & Dunkel and other dogs while socializing with their owners for about an hour. We have walks on Saturday mornings and Sunday afternoons in winter (weather permitting).  We also offer walks on weeknights and weekends in the Fox River Valley Area during spring, summer and autumn. The walks are usually scheduled within Kane County Forest Preserves, parks an …

A group for all the Small Dogs of (25 lbs. or smaller) Lakeview to meet-up for play dates & long summer walks. This is a safe outlet for your little one to socialize with other dogs his/her same size. If you have questions, suggestions or would like to help in organizing of the group please email or call.

For all of you interested in meeting like-minded dog lovers who share space in Grant Park, let's take some time every month to introduce ourselves and our furry friends. If you are interested in joining the K9 fun, meet us at the Grant Park dog park on the fourth Sunday of every month. This is an equal opportunity dog group. Everyone is welcome!

This group is for people who love their dogs and want to enjoy the company of others (human too:) while enjoying the great outdoors in and around Naperville. I work out of my home and have a 6 pound toy poodle who loves to get out. I'll be scheduling walks weekdays for those who can make it and weekends for those who can't. Come join us we'd love the company.

Join us for Doggie Socials where both you and your pup can make new friends. All Breeds, Ages, Sizes Are Welcome At Our Events As Long As Your Pet is Friendly!

Love dogs? Looking for fun things to do with them? Check out some of the fun events that we are up to. Wine and play meetups, bloody mary sunday play groups and more to come.

Get out of the house, and forget all the stuff you...have to do. Ask your dog if he wants to go to the park...& see what he says!

Dog Lovers and their Italian Greyhounds, Sighthounds, Rescued Dogs, Small Dogs, Cute Dogs, Big Dogs, Shy Dogs and every dog between - we are calling you! Join us for our doggy meet ups and play dates in the Chicagoland area! We are a rescue based group that is looking to meet more dog lovers in the area and their pups for some fun playtime and to bask in their cuteness! The more the merrier so invite your pups friends and the humans they adopted! Come. Sit. Stay. Play.

Julia and Seth, founders of Perry Dog,LLP, began this MeetUp as a way for Chicago Chihuahua owners and their dogs to connect at a central location in the city. With these Perry Dog MeetUps, owners and their Chihuahua's can experience amazing events without having to travel very far. This makes it EASY for you to connect with other Chihuahua's owners, enjoy complimentary drinks, and have a blast!

Meet friendly Chihuahuas and Chihuahua Parents near you! This group is for Chihuahua lovers who want to socialize their Chihuahuas for play, for fun and learn more about keeping them healthy, trained and well cared for.  All shapes, sizes and breeds of Chihuahuas are welcome! We play, we learn, discuss behavioral issues, socialization, training, nutrition and also help with animal rescue efforts. We gladly assist and support doggies in need of rescue and/or adoption. We meet twice a month in …

Meet with other people (and their pets) who are interested in OFF Leash Dog Recreation in Chicagoland's Western Suburbs -- specifically DuPage County. Gather and discuss this growing trend with other dog enthusiasts! Bring your dogs! (4 legged varieties require park permit) This group was created so people could have easier access to meeting others with dogs who wish to get together and get some exercise. A way for you to get out, get some fresh air and a little two legged companionship for yo …

Welcome!!! Whether you're looking for similar Yorkshire owner in your neighborhood for the occassional playdate or would like to be a part of larger meetup opportunities, Chicago Yorkies is an active group. The purpose of our group is to 1) provide socialization opportunities, 2) educate owners on care and nutrition, and 3) provide fun educational events with speakers and presenters. Meetup.com is about connecting in person with others of similar interest, Meetup is NOT Facebook.   Our members …

This is a group of anyone who loves their dogs as much as childrean. Who love outdoors and hiking with their best friend, And who want to get healthy while having fun with people with a common intrest. I have a large Siberian husky who likes any size dog. She is also a service dog who is in continous training. So if people would love to share training techniques. Please only bring dogs who are atleast semi- trained or submissive. Also, biking or skating with the pups would be fun. There are se …

Mahoney’s Pub & Grille, home to a large, dog-friendly patio, has partnered with four local West Town bars, also with dog-friendly patios: J. Patrick’s, Clutch, Aberdeen Tap, and The Matchbox to host a weekly “West Town Pup Crawl”. It will take place every Tuesday evening from 6pm to 9pm from Tuesday May 28th through Tuesday, September 3, 2013 Host Tracey Gold of Chicago Canine Concierge will bring together local dog-centric charities such as One Tail at a Time, Chicagoland Bully Breed Rescue, an …

This group is for owners of the Chinese Crested breed of dog as well as for fans of Chinese Cresteds who own other small dogs. As a new owner of a Chinese Crested, I am only just beginning to discover how wonderful this relatively rare breed really is. My hopes for this group: bring Crestie lovers together in a fun and relaxed environment to talk about all things Chinese Crested, from behavior to grooming etc., to provide a format for dogs and their humans to socialize with each other, to provi …

Every Wednesday bring your boxer to socialize on Deuce's Beer & Burger Bar's Puppy Patio Night!  Open at 4pm, doggie diners will receive 10% off + receive water and bones for the pups!  This is a weekly special available to dog owners of all breeds. There is no fee to attend, but RSVP is appreciated through the meetup event.  Dogs must be leashed. Deuce's is located at 3505 North Clark Street, Chicago IL 60657 in Lakeview.  Street Parking is very easy on Wednesday evenings. For more information …

We are a group of pug lovers who get together once a month for pugs and parents to socialize. We have been meeting since February 2004 and have gradually grown to a nice size group. Many of our pugs (and parents) have really gotten to know each other and look forward to our monthly play date. We currently meet at the A.D.O.P.T. Pet Shelter in Naperville each month on the 3rd Saturday for an hour or so of off-leash playtime. We are hoping to have more activities and generate new ideas. Please joi …

Tired of everything always being about Naperville? (lol) Well there is stuff to do in this neck of the woods too! Come out, meet some of your neighbors, see movies, dine out, visit some clubs, even play some bingo, board or card games! Maybe even have a pick up game of volleyball or basketball at the community center, skating at the ice arenas, or in the warm months a dip in the pool at the aquatic center, take a stroll thru one of the many parks, take your dog out to the dog park... It's about …

Best Friends Pet Care started this FREE puppy playgroup to encourage socialization in a group setting. Bring your puppy to play with others every Saturday from 10am to 11am. Parents are required to supervise along with trained staff.

Hi all, I just moved from Denver, CO and have been thinking of ways to meet new people here in Chicago. I live in Edgewater and am amazed by all the open space I see along the Lakefront trail. I'm a certified personal trainer and figured it would be a great idea to see if anyone would like to meet up somewhere along the trail and basically do a group work out! I have a lot of experience leading group exercise and love the camaraderie and friendships that can be built from making it through a goo …

This is a group to facilitate Havanese dogs and their owners getting together for fun and friendship. I love the idea of multiple fluffy clown pups cavorting together, don't you? One of the reasons I started this group is because as anyone with a very small dog knows, the cold can be tough on them which severely curtails dog park fun and exercise. And with a Havanese, you know what a nightmare the snow in that fur can be! To that end I'm hoping we can meet for indoor playdates at places such as …

Julia and Seth, founders of Perry Dog,LLP, are continuing this MeetUp as a way for Chicago Chihuahua owners and their dogs to connect and socialize. With these Perry Dog MeetUps, owners and their Chihuahua's can experience amazing events, connect with other Chihuahua's owners, enjoy complimentary drinks, and have a blast!

This is a group for dogs and their owners to get together and socialize and share a common interest.....DOGS! Please join us for food, friends, and fun!! Bring the beverage of your choice and some snacks to share!!

Suburban Singles Solution provides the most exciting events and activities for suburban singles of all ages.  We focus most of our events in the Suburbs, as to reduce your drive time and have local fun. Our events cater to a mature yet active audience.  Our member's ages range from the mid 20's to the late 50's. Our primary goal is to have fun while making friends!  We currently have the greatest membership and are continually growing.  The best part is that we all consider ourselves friends as …

Guess what? SINGLE no longer means SOLITARY! Get off your computer and get into Real Life, with single FRIENDS eager to know you. You, as a welcomed and active member of this fun group, will now join activities, make friends, meet up, hang out, pick brains, get hugs, walk dogs, bring pets, enjoy cocktails, chow down, showcase talents, slow dance, accept compliments, pitch tents, suggest adventures, burn calories, share dreams, offer advice, travel everywhere, eat pizza, smile broadly, discuss bo …

Are you spending way too much time in front of the TV or computer? Does your dog or cat have more of a social life than you? Well, if you're feeling like we are, let's try and remedy this. We're looking for women who want to develop some good, and hopefully long lasting friendships...women who enjoy dining out, seeing a movie, playing cards and board games, Mah Jongg, traveling, or just sitting around with a pot of coffee and sharing themselves with each other. Men are great, and we love 'em, bu …

Chicago English Bulldog Rescue Meetup is the one true Meetup group that fully supports the Chicago English Bulldog Rescue (CEBR) 501c3 non profit organization. 100% of any proceeds raised through our Meetup activities will directly fund the medical care of our beautiful rescue dogs. This Meetup group is open to any and all english bulldog lovers in the area, or around the US or world, rescuers, or simply breed lovers who would like to experience the breed first hand on a frequent basis through s …