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If you’re a dog owner in San Antonio, there’s no shortage of great meetup groups to join. From hiking and play groups to social hours and training classes, there’s something for every pup – and their humans!

Here are some of the top dog meetup groups in San Antonio:

1. San Antonio Lowriders | Dachshund Meetup Group

This fun-loving group is all about celebrating dachshunds (dachshund mixes welcome, too)! They meet regularly for walks, playdates, and social hours. Join their group on Facebook, follow them on Instagram, and find their upcoming events on Meetup.

2. San Antonio Nature Hounds

If you and your pup love getting outdoors, this is the group for you! This local Meetup group is dedicated to providing great outdoor experiences for both people and dogs. With regularly group walks along the River Walk and city parks, they also take regular trips to nearby dog-friendly state parks.

3. San Antonio Pug Meet-Up Group

Pugs and pug mixes are the focus of this fun meetup group. Their goal is to coordinate monthly meet-ups, educate on parks and recreation services, and build pug-unity in our city. You can find them on Instagram and Facebook.

4. San Antonio Doodles

This group is perfect for Doodle parents looking to socialize their pups. From Romps to events, and playdates, this group loves to get together and have a good time. You can find them on Instagram and Facebook.

5. The San Antonio Boston Terrier Meetup Group

This fun group was formed in April 2007 to let fellow San Antonio area Boston Terriers and Boston Terrier lovers meet each other for fun, play, and to share information. They meet monthly on the last Saturday at Hardberger Park West. Find them on Meetup.

Tips for taking your pup to a social meetup:

1. Choose a meetup group that is well-suited to your dog’s personality and needs.

2. Make sure your dog is up-to-date on all vaccinations before attending any meetups.

3. Be respectful of other dogs and their owners at all times.

4. Clean up after your dog, both at the meetup and at home.

5. Have fun! Socializing with other dogs can be a great way to enrich your dog’s life.

Thanks for checking out our list of local dog meetups! We hope you find one that’s a good fit for both you and your pup. And as always, feel free to leave us a comment below with your favorite tips for taking dogs to social gatherings. And if you know of any other great dog meetups in San Antonio, let us know so we can add them to our list. We love hearing from our readers!

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Amy Lynn

Author: Amy Lynn

Amy is the founder of The Dog Guide, and was inspired to start the first one right here in San Antonio after adopting her first dog. In addition to being a dog mom to Texas and Terry, she's also a mom of four, and has lived in San Antonio for over 25 years.