We are a friendly group of Meetup organizers from across the U.S. and Canada who specialize in dog meetups.  We don't have actual face to face meetups, but we do get to know each other through our active "Discussions" section.  We are here to help each other with problem solving, meetup advice and useful information. Our Forum is open to all dog meetup organizers, co-organizers and assistant organizers everywhere in the US and Canada. Come join us to exchange ideas.        

… Please note that this group is strictly for Chihuahua socialization, learning and doggie assistance efforts -- not for dog sales or breeding purposes--please do not use our site to try to mate or sell your dogs.    You must join the group to participate in our events.

… Some important benefits of socialization:   Educates your dog about appropriate social interaction and how to inhibit aggression towards people and other dogs. Enables your dog to more easily accept change, new people, challenges and promote appropriate interactions with other dogs. Shapes your dog's future temperament, character and behavior habits. Reduces barking, object guarding, chewing, …

Hello everyone! This is a group of dog lovers that live in North Chicago area. Come bring your dog and socialize with our dog owners in the area.

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 oth …

Meet other local Boxer Owners to trade stories and tips. Get your dog and yourself out for some fun!

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!

The Dream Team is a group of volunteers working with charities and organizations throughout Chicago. We visit nursing homes, walk dogs, garden, teach and so much more! See our Tumblr for more pictures and past events:http://thesecondcitydreamteam.tumblr.com/

This once-a-month social brunch club is geared toward 30- and 40-something professionals who love their neighborhood and are interested in networking/socializing with their fabulous neighbors. Single, married, with or without children, cats, dogs, come one, come all and build a stronger community for yourself.

Boston Terrier owners who get together to socialize while our pups get to play! Meet ups are usually monthly on Sundays, but weekends vary. Please take a moment to read our Ground Rules before joining or RSVPing to an event: http://files.meetup.com/24765/GROUNDR...

… We have 2 dogs, 2 cats, an iguana and fish. I can’t wait to meet you! We will have so much fun doing THIS AND THAT! Be sure to answer the introduction questions..it gives me ideas for events:) Feel free to email me directly at Cher.Rodin@yahoo.com PS- Please upload a photo to your profile so we can put a name to a face. It also makes it easier noticing people for the meet up events. If you have an event idea, post it! Finally- Be courteous and RSVP to each one of the events. Its a simple …

Hi!   We're not 100% sure if there are other established 20-somethings in the Glen Ellyn/Wheaton area so this may be an exercise in futility.  :)  Only one way to find out!   We're hoping there are some nice, normal 20-something/early-30something couples out there who'd love to get together and hang out without having to negotiate traffic & a train into Chicago. :)   We love to cook dinner, drink wine, drink wine while cooking dinner, do dog play-dates (we have a Shih Tzu!) play board games, see …

This is a FUN group of single men and women who meet to talk about the trials and triumphs of the dating world. Are you newly single and just starting to get "out there" to meet people? Have you been single for a while and have some dating experience to share? Whether you're young or have lots of life experience, never been married or twice divorced, this group is totally appropriate for you! I have found that having a guys perspective is just what women need and visa versa. This is a meetup gro …

… If you're ready to blog and hit a brick wall and can't move forward, this campaign will help you by: Connecting with Chicago Bloggers offline, in person Executing a Blogger's Jumpstart Plan so you can create, post and maintain your blog even using your mobile phone Socializing with a "Wine & Blog" mixer every two weeks so you can get out  of the house, away from the spouse, kids and dogs and meet other Bloggers in a collaborative space with food and beverages And More! This grass roots campaig …

… These fantastic two hours of fun, play and socializing are held on the third weekend of every month and are attended by our members from Chicago, the Chicagoland suburbs and all of Illinois, Indiana and Wisconsin. They're a great time and a perfect way to meet new friends that share your passion for these incredible dogs! We're glad you are here and hope you enjoy the group!

This is a meetup group for pug-lovers on the North Side of Chicago. Primary meet up location is Its a Paws World on Montrose. I decided to start this group as I cant always get to the west loop pug events and I am sure many people on my side of chicago feel the same way, especially in the winter! the purpose is to meet other pug lovers and let the pug fun begin!