PAWS is a nonprofit organization incorporated in 1962 by Westport, Connecticut resident Betty Long to rescue homeless dogs and place them in permanent homes. In the early 1980s, our rescue efforts were expanded to include cats. PAWS rescues & rehomes approximately 115 dogs and 435 cats annually. Many of the dogs faced euthanasia at local pounds and most of the cats that we help are strays and abandoned cats that roam our streets. A portion of the pets that come to PAWS have been relinquished by …

This group is for single animal lovers from Long Island and NYC

Hi Everyone! Thank you for your interest in The Stamford Animal Rights Advocacy Group! As an avid animal lover and rights advocate residing in Stamford, I decided to form this group in order to unite local individuals who, just like myself, have the willingness to become a resonating voice for those who cannot speak for themselves, thus translating their genuine compassion for animals into productive action. In that respect, the group's main objective would be to act as an informative catalyst …

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 …

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 …

! New York Ethnic Food Lovers and activities ! For More Fun Hiking or walking and eating events Join our sister's Group www.meetup.com/365days/ New York City is the ethnic food and culinary as well as the culture CAPITAL CITY of the world. As the greatest "Melting Pot " in the world, we are blessed with the rich traditions of diverse and authentic ethnic foods and cultures. ! New York Ethnic Food Lovers and activities The food and culture that are celebrated by millions of new and old immigrants …

I wanted to start a meet-up group for those of you who are usually embarassed to go out with your friends and start talking about what matters most in your lives... your feline companions. I know that personally whenever I am with my fellow crazy cat friends, all we end up talking about is our animals and the adorable and funny things they do - not to mention the animal welfare world in general (as well as our jobs, social lives, etc... we have not totally lost it (yet) to the animal world). I w …

We are a pet-friendly group of Men and Women, looking to make new friends and share the common interest of loving a pet!  We'll have info and stories to share, pets to love, places to go, and will reach out to make new friends in Nassau and the surrounding areas.  Either you've had a pet in the past, have one now, or are planning to get one in the future. We'll attend some community events for pet lovers, as well as other outings such as: dining out, comedy clubs, hiking, bowling, fundraising, v …

Free puppy playgroup in fenced-in backyard; supervised by certified applied animal behaviorist.  For clients of Westport Dog Training, LLC and other area puppy owners.  This playgroup gives puppies a chance to socialize with their peers, and owners will be delighted to take home a tired puppy.  Puppies should be two to six months of age, up-to-date with vaccinations, and friendly towards other puppies and people.  No metal collars or shock collars, please.

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.

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 …

Are you interested in Integrative holistic healing for pets? This is the place for you! Our group is dedicated to fostering wellness care for pets using integrative medicine but with a focus on holistic medicine modalities such as herbal medicine, acupuncture, energy healing (such as reiki), nutritional therapies, etc. We meet once a month for learning and sharing. We have a wide range of activities planned such as lectures by Dr. Jacqueline Ruskin, DVM and/or one of her guests on Integrative ve …

Are you looking for people who love their dogs? Do you want to socialize your pet around other pet lovers? Is life a little lonely for you and your best friend? It is my greatest hope that this small little group will help change the social life of you and your pet pal. I started this group in the hopes of meeting nearby pet lovers, who would like to meet other animal lovers for the sole purpose of socialization. The benefits of this group would range from exchanging tips, making new pals for th …

This group is for animal-loving outdoor enthusiasts! We cater towards participants with skill levels ranging from beginner to expert and anywhere in between, all are welcome! Our goals are to explore local outdoor dog-friendly locations and meet like-minded individuals while providing a safe and fun atmosphere for our participants. Come check out what the greater Hudson Valley area has to offer for pet-friendly outdoor recreation! Our mission is to introduce a place or activity to anyone who wou …

Hi fellow Dog Lovers! I started this group because I thought it would be awesome to get dogs an their owners together in a fun social setting. Some ideas I had in mind were fun Costume Theme Parties, "Doggie Talk Sessions" to discuss specific issues and conditions that our dogs have, and share our experiences and knowledge with one another ( maybe over some wine and cheese ;), and "Doggie Learn Sessions" with animal care professionals as guest speakers , which would give us an opportunity to lis …

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 …

The NYC Dowtown Puppy Social is designed to provide a safe and healthy place for young puppies to play and socialize while building their Puppy Play Skills. Parents can share tips about Puppy health and training.

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 …

We welcome those who support pits, even if you aren't NYC residents or pit bull owners! ** NYC meetups for Pit bulls / Pit mixes (staffs, rescues, etc) every Saturday or Sunday throughout whole year. ** We meet at various parks and dog runs, dog-friendly restaurants, take walks along rivers and bridges, and through New York City neighborhoods. A great opportunity to socialize your dogs in a welcoming and helpful environment. Options abound for people with dog-aggressive pits who still want to …

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

When Basenjis get together it's a joy to behold. Have you heard your Basenji yodel? Have you seen them wrestle? Are you thinking about getting a Basenji? Come and join us to share in the joys of being Basenji owners, and some of the pains.

This group was created for single New Yorkers of all ages who are looking for a more comfortable, laid back setting, other then the usual loud drunken bar or formal interview-like restaurant dinner, to meet other singles. This group is specifically for those singles that are awesome dog owners, and would love to bring their dogs along to more events with them. What better way to meet other singles and connect with people, then by attending singles events with your dogs. Hey, maybe even your dog …

SINGLES WITH PETS is a group on Long Island that consists of SINGLES who have one or more pets. It is a social group who want to meet similar devout pet owner's. This ensemble will have various subgroupings, not always related to what particular pet each pet owner has. Single dog and cat pet owner's may be the majority in this meetup; however, many other pet owner's are encouraged to use this forum. This group also hopes to be educational and enhance the community as well. SINGLES WITH PETS defi …

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, …

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.

Westchester's Eco Social, a place to meet and hang with other awesome people who have made the move to go green and natural in their lives. We'll be hosting some cool events like beauty seminars and green networking, and of course involving some wine tasting. :)

As the name suggests, Vegunks is a group of ethical vegan and vegetarian climbers/mountaineers, created for the purpose of organizing daytrips to the Gunks (and possibly other areas).  ALL levels and abilities are welcome, including folks who had never climbed before.  The point here is not to climb 5.12, but rather to create a community of compassionate, easy-going climbers, make new, like-minded friends, and have fun!  If the group shows interest, we may also plan extended mountaineering trips …