If we're at all serious about helping ensure a better future for animals, we have to start demanding much more from ourselves than we have previously. We have to dedicate ourselves to effective campaigning. We have to support local grass-roots struggles, both in the streets and with donations. We have to choose our targets strategically, with a mind to bottlenecks. In any case, we need to do more! Tired of HEARING about animal activism and want to actually DO something?  Well, this is the group …

Welcome to Camden County Animal Shelter's Volunteer group. This Meetup Page is a place to register for Orientations, learn about upcoming events, volunteer to help at upcoming events and keep up to date on what's happening at the shelter. We hope you will utilize this site to get involved with the shelter, the animals and your fellow volunteers. If you are under 18 and interested in volunteering, please sign up for a Youth Volunteer Orientation.  For those over 18 sign up for Adult Orientation …

I have a Dachshund that meets a lot of other Dachshunds at all the parks we frequent. Boston and I thought it would be fun to get all the Doxies together for a play date and the humans could socialize and exchange info. We welcome other types of dogs to join us, too! UPDATE- 12/2009............Boston got a baby brother. Another rescue Doxie, we named Peanut. They love each other already!

FAUN is a coalition of New Jersey and New York-based animal/earth liberation activists who are bound by the twin objectives of exposing and working against the perpetrators of overt & clandestine animal exploitation wherever they are operating in our geographic sphere. We are firmly united in our commitment to publicizing animal-use industries' profit-driven lies and illusions, as well as engaging in the practical, street-level action so essential to bringing about the local (and ultimately uni …

This Meetup group was created to bring dog owners together and help them to socialize, exercise, and train their dogs. We look forward to going on group walks, holding group training classes, and meeting others who love their dogs as much as we do! We will also attend events supporting local animal shelters and rescues in supporting adoption.Please feel free to share your stories, ask questions, post comments, pictures, suggestions, etc! For our group events, please make sure your dog is UTD on …

This group is a place for people and their pups to find out about pet-friendly events and socials. We strive to be a group for people looking to make friends and raise funds for non-profit organizations that work tirelessly to save the lives of animals. Your time with us is an investment in a better world for animals. We offer a variety of fun-filled events for all ages! Feel free to also post your own events and we'll gather the pack!

Greyhound Meetup There are so few organized social groups for rescued greyhounds and their owners in NJ. That is why I wanted to start this group. Greyhounds can socialize with each other in relaxed environments such as beaches, parks, or other appropriate venues. I think rescued greyhounds should interact with other greyhounds as often as possible. I take my greyhound out to beaches and parks often, but I rarely see other greyhounds in the parks and on the beaches. Let's help our pets make new …

Are you looking for fun ways to socialize your pup while meeting new people who share a reward based training philosophy? This is a group for dog owners of all breeds, many of whom may face discrimination based on breed, disability. size, or reactivity: the “Underdogs”. Our group’s mission was initially focused on educating the public in an effort to combat the negative perceptions that are wrongly associated with pit bull-type dogs. However, it soon became obvious that dogs are subject to discr …

Philly Pets Meetup supports the bond between people & pets. We get together for pet friendly events, volunteer with animal welfare organizations, and organize fun pet meetups. Our goal is to encourage and inspire people & their pets to live more happy, healthy lives together!

The purpose of this group is to enjoy the outdoors, meet new friends, and to get together in a relaxed and friendly environment. I don't know about your dog, but mine loves to play with other canines, it just makes her day! Humans can also benefit from realxation and socialization :-) This group will be meeting regularly at the dog park, taking walks along the Delaware Raritan Canal and taking hikes in the Sourland Mountains. Members may also suggest other activites that would be fun to particip …

Welcome present and aspiring activists!  This is a human and animal rights meetup group working towards equality for *all* animals, human and non.  Organized by the volunteers at the Peace Advocacy Group (PAN), this group was created to connect anyone interested and determined to make the world a better place.  From PAN's perspective this improvement begins with veganism but involves many other equally important projects. This group aims to educate the public on veganism by peaceful means and o …

Calling all professionals in the pet industry, pet-related business owners, and pet rescue groups. This is the only networking group that is centered on pet related businesses and pet rescues in the Lehigh Valley, PA area. This group is specifically for pet business people to network, meet other pet professionals in the area, share announcements and pet industry information, receive and give help, as well as generate new ideas that help us build and grow our businesses. We will talk about upcomi …

I have been asked by the Home For Good Dogs Staff, not to post any more regular events as they are already on their web site; http://homeforgooddog... and their facebook page; http://www.facebook.c... It is too difficult to keep them all up to date with the changes that happen! Please visit these sites, join and help out. I will keep this site up so people can find us and be directed to those pages. I will still post major events only. Home for Good is a volunteer-based, 501(c)(3) non-profit …

A Social Club Exclusively For Toy & Small Breed Dogs Le Petit Chien ... the small dog! was created in 2007  to provide our tiny companions a Friendly Place to Socialize with other Dogs their Own Size.  Our club WELCOMES ALL Toy and Small Breed Dogs including Mixed Breed Dogs.  We  just ask that your dog's adult weight does not exceed 20 lbs to participate in our events. We Also Offer Social Events JUST FOR CHIHUAHUAS! Paw Scouts Dog Training Classes Organized Trail Waggers Dog Walks Our FRE …

This is a group for men and women who want to make a difference in the lives of animals but needs friends, advice, resources and mostly a community to support them. This is meant to be a retreat for current rescuers and a resource for those who want to start their own rescue work. Also, if you want to volunteer for a local rescue, this is the place for you. Mostly, the goal is to get cat rescuers together in one place to share stories, laughs, resources & ideas. If that sounds like fun to you, p …

Join others who have experienced the passing of a beloved pet, for solace and comfort. Meetings offered in small, comfortable locations where members can feel free to express their thoughts, feelings, and concerns. Group Organizer Kim Kilmer is Director of Schultz Senior Dachshund Sanctuary/Rescue in NJ, President of Central Jersey/Bucks Dachshund Group, long-time volunteer and writer for Tabby's Place, A Cat Sanctuary, Ringoes, NJ, and member of many other rescue organizations. Kim was honored …

Delco Bird Club is a group of people who share their lives with exotic birds. From Finches to Macaws, we have even had a duck or two! Pigeons? You are welcome here. Delco is proud to say we are a non-discriminating flock. If you have a "feathered kid" in your house (or more than one!), you are welcome to attend our monthly "meetups" to chat with others and learn about these fun and intelligent creatures. Meetups are held at the Media Community Center in Delaware County at 7pm on the second Thurs …

"Come on, Come all - looking for Animal Lovers of all kinds to assist us with raising Funds and Awareness for Animal Welfare. Need volunteers to assist with obtaining Sonsorship for our 3rd Annual Black & White Masquerade Charity Ball on November 2, 2013 at the Holiday Inn Kulpsville, Pa., from 6pm to midnight. Looking for people who are interested in being part of these events and to start meeting in a fun place. We are a 501c3 Non Profit Animal Welfare Charity that supports local, state and na …

This is a group to explore the joys of Pet Therapy. First topics to be covered are pet suitability evaluation. The Canine Good Citizen certification (for dogs). Finding a certification training location. What types of pet therapy opportunities are available? Teaching your dog to read (no, seriously!). Matching your pet with the best volunteer activity. Member suggested topics.

Welcome Volunteers! This is a group of volunteers who support New Beginnings Canine Rescue and to help save orphaned bullys. Our Rescue team saves all bully breeds from shelters, as well as assists people giving up their dogs for adoption. We provide foster homes, veterinary care, and rehabilitation when needed, and place them with loving, forever families. To learn more about our rescue go to: http://www.newbeginningsbullyrescue.com/ No Lurking Please! Everyone is asked to be a contributing …

Since December 2011 we have met every Saturday from noon to 3pm to protest the sale of puppies from puppy mills at We Love Pets, a pet store in the shopping center at Baltimore Pike and Providence Road (Route 252). We try to educate the public about the evils of puppy mills and the pet stores that sell puppies from puppy mills. We feel that we are making great progress and many people thank us for our efforts. Our protest is always polite, low-key, and law-abiding. We are not sign-waving fanatic …

Are you an Organizer for a Dog Rescue Meetup group? Then this group is for you! Meet other dog rescuers located within the Tri-State area. Share your stories about the joys and challenges of leading a dog rescue group. All dog rescue groups welcome! This group was created to have a network of meetup groups that our members can turn to should they need a question about their group answered.

The mission of the Karma Cat + Zen Dog Rescue Society is to provide a safe and peaceful haven for homeless, abandoned or abused animals. We will help decrease the number of cats and dogs being destroyed in kill shelters through the work of our foster, spay/neuter, trap-neuter-return, and education programs. This group is to bring together people who are involved with animal rescue or would like to be involved with animal rescue for fun events that will help to raise funds for the Karma Cat and Z …