We are a fun energetic group who has a true love of dachshunds of all shapes and sizes. We like to get together in Washington DC, Maryland and Virginia to share a wealth of information with each other (i.e. good nutrition, training tips, pet sitting, health care providers, etc.). If there's a dachshund (s) in need, our group pulls together and we do whatever it takes to lend a hand. The group is now lead by new organizers Kelly Ann and Tyler. Together with their three loveable dachshunds Norma …

Meet fellow Vegans and Vegetarians near you! Come to a local Meetup and discuss living a healthy lifestyle. Have delicious meals, share your favorite vegan/vegetarian recipes and make new friends!

HAPPY MAY 2013!!! In Memory of Chi-Chi !!!  IMPORTANT UPDATE  !!! MEET THE ORGANIZATION CREATED TO BETTER SERVE THE DISABLED COMMUNITY AND THEIR SERVICE ANIMALS, INCLUDING ALTERNATIVE SERVICE ANIMALS BUSINESS CARD FOR RENEGADES SOSA-LORM REVEREND SYNDIA-GREGORIA (Founder) REVEREND RAINETTE MURPHY LOPEZ (Founder) (aka: Rennie Murphy) NEWEST BOARD MEMBER MEGAN MORITZ and CHANCE (SERVICE DOG) RENEGADES FOUNDATION & BALTIMORE ASSISTANCE DOG CLUB DONATED TO THE FILA SERVICE CREW January …

Welcome to the Humane League Veg Outreach Calendar of Philadelphia Events posted here primarily focus on advocating for farmed animals, as they represent over 98% of the animals used and killed in the United States. We will include many opportunities for vegan outreach including  leafleting, tabling and other events that help promote compassionate lifestyles.

Northern Virginia Pet Events is The Leesburg Canine Country Club's "A List" for all of our own Public Social Functions, Seminars & Events and for all NoVA pet festivals and events. Our own events include: Pet First Aid, Pet Nutrition, Pet Health, Canine Massage, camps, crabfeeds, bonfires, & cookouts, etc.. TLCCC is Loudoun's off-leash social club for dog lovers & their best friends. The Club is hosted by a 26-acre private park (Falcon Ridge Rec Center) which is 2 mi. to Brambleton/Ashburn, 10 m …

Once a month we will meet up at Poplar Spring Animal Sanctuary to help with their needs. Poplar Spring Animal Sanctuary is a 400 acre non-profit refuge for farm animals and wildlife located in Poolesville, Maryland. Our mission is to: Offer care, rehabilitation, and permanent sanctuary for neglected, abandoned or unwanted farm animals. Provide protected habitat for wildlife. Furnish information to the public regarding farm animal and wildlife issues. Promote compassion and humane treatment for a …

To gather like-minded people who love animals and want to help them. We are planning fun events where we can socialize and help animals at the same time! What could be better? This group is also a place where local animal organizations can post information about their events to help support them.

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 …

Pet rat owners and lovers meet to share stories, information and love about these wonderful creatures. Pet rats make excellent pets and we want to educate ourselves and others about their proper care, as well as to have socials, shows, and other fun activities. We also want to facilitate finding homes for the "recycled" rats out there who are looking for one. Anyone can join, this group is targeting SE PA (Reading, Philly, Allentown, Harrisburg, etc.) and surrounding area pet rat lovers. WANTED …

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 …

This is the Philadelphia area chapter of the Harry Potter Alliance. We are a group of Harry Potter fans fighting for peace, activism, and justice in the Muggle world. If you are a Potter-Person and are interested in making a difference in your community, this group is for you! Check out our LJ group at community.livejournal.com/da_philadelphia!

We support and influence legislation to protect animals. We will be having socials, fundraisers, and get-togethers for the purpose of helping animals. You can make a difference! We welcome you! Please go to http://www.voteanimals.org and sign up to become a member of Maryland Votes for Animals, the organization. We would also love to have new volunteers! Email the organizer about your interest in volunteering. Also please join our fanpage on Facebook.

This is a group for people who have rescued, fostering or adopted a puppymill rescue dog . These are special needs dogs who need our special attention. Each month we will have either a trainer or some type of expert helping those who help these special needs critters. There is a wonderful after life after the horrible life they have lived as breeders. We just need to help them adjust.

Cats are unique among all companions who live with humans, not only for a strong remembrance of their wild heritage, but also for the depth of relationships of which they are capable. Alternately worshiped, vilified, tolerated, and loved, throughout the ages this small animal has remained unwavering in their loyalty to humans - but always on their terms. Those who have experienced a complete relationship understand the abilities of these sensitive and intuitive creatures. This Meetup is designed …

Welcome to the Alexandria-Fairfax Social Club! We are one big area with plenty to do! This area alone has many festivals, tons of tennis courts, shows and cheap eat restaurants. All are welcome. All events are only in public venues which means NO PRIVATE HOMES and NO CAMPING. All participants are responsible for staying within their own physical limits especially during our tennis matches, hikes and bowling face offs. And, as always, remember to practice good sportsmanship to each other. It is a …

Social group for bring together animal lovers from VA, DC & MD to get to meet each other, enjoy events and days out. For like minded company, interests and share information and make friends!

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 Anti-Fur Society is a group of dedicated, committed and caring volunteers working around the world to help end the fur trade. By informing consumers across the globe, we hope to encourage them to make more conscientious choices about the merchandise they purchase. We promote the production and consumption of all cruelty-free clothing and work with all animal rights groups regardless of the cause it is focused on. Our mission is to discourage the production or wearing of fur, leather, silk, o …

We are a social group where members can get together for delicious veg meals, make new friends and generally enjoy the company of likeminded folk in a friendly, non-judgemental environment. This group is not intended as an avenue for prophesying or activism, although if individual members wish to discuss these things that is fine. There are no set topics of discussion. We aim to be inclusive so anybody who is interested in vegetarianism/veganism but may not be there just yet is more than welcome …

Working somewhat unconventional hours, I have had some difficulty getting involved in other dog-oriented meetups, much to my puggle's dismay. I'm hoping to meet other dog parents with daytime availability for our animals to play.

We are a group of dog enthusiasts who just want to get together with other dogs and their people in a fun environment. Some meetups will be Yappy Hours where there will be adult beverages, dog treats, and finger foods for the people. Other meetups will involve events in the area like a doggy cruise, fundraisers for charity, etc. Anyone who has a dog or loves dogs should join us!

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 …

"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 …

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.