Spring is just around the corner. Wouldn't it be fun to find some new people for you and your dog to hang out with? Yep, I thought so!

To get you started, here are 5 online ways to get the ball rolling - all of them are free!:

• MyDogSpace - MyDogSpace is an online community that includes pictures, videos, blogs, and forums where people share stories about their dogs and swap information.


• Dogchannel.com - This site, sponsored by the folks who bring us Dog Fancy magazine as well as many other pet-related magazines, welcomes readers of the magazine and all other dog lovers. The boards are filled with stories and helpful advice.


• Dog.community - is a place to share photos, videos, and stories of your dog with others.


• Meetup.com - You've probably heard about Meetup.com as a site for people to connect, but it also has a large number of members looking for dog playdates! Well worth a look!


• Dogster.com - is a great place to find other dog lovers and get answers, recommendations, and advice; find local pet businesses; and share photos, stories, and videos. You can also keep a diary for your pet there.
  Join the Dogster community

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