Speed Friending (For You and Your Dog)
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Calling all dog lovers!
We’re hosting a Speed Friending experience designed for dog owners and dog lovers looking to meet new people in Los Angeles. This is an easy, low-pressure way to connect one-on-one with others you actually have things in common with, (including how compatible your dogs are).
The best part? A portion of all ticket proceeds will be donated to Mutt Scouts.
How Speed Friending Works:
- Purchase your ticket
- Complete a short profile with a few details about yourself and your dog
- Show up, and we’ll use our matchmaking technology to pair you with the best people in the room
What’s Included with Your Ticket:
- Structured Speed Friending experience
- Early access plus full event access
- Complimentary Besa wine or seltzer
- First 20 tickets receive a pup-approved gift set featuring a Besa camo hat and First Light Farms treats
- First Light Farms treat samples
- Peony Celeste poop bags
What to Expect:
- One-on-one introductions with fellow dog parents
- A lively Yappy Hour with dog lovers from across LA
- Adoptable dogs from Mutt Scouts
- DOSC merch (portion of proceeds supports Mutt Scouts)
- Fresh Patch potty station
- Besa mirror / photo op moment
Good to Know:
- Well-behaved dogs are welcome
- All dogs must be on leash at all times
- Outside food is welcome
About the Organizers!
The Dogs Only Social Club (DOSC) is a free community group that brings pet lovers together across Los Angeles. DOSC is all about creating un-fur-gettable experiences and meaningful connections, uniting pet parents through tail-wagging events and charitable initiatives. From fetching dog-friendly parties at iconic LA spots to promoting animal welfare projects, DOSC helps people and their pups sniff out new friends while supporting local dog-friendly businesses and rescue organizations.
The Next Fun Thing creates social experiences in Los Angeles designed to help people meet in real life. Through curated events and structured formats, it brings people together in a way that feels natural, engaging, and actually fun. Each experience is intentionally designed to spark real connections, turning strangers into something more.
Besa Mi Vino is a Los Angeles–based, woman-operated brand redefining how we drink, and how we gather. Known for their organic wines and wine-based hard seltzers, Besa creates low-calorie, low-sugar, and gluten-free beverages made from premium ingredients. But beyond the drinks, they’re all about elevating the moment—bringing a playful, feel-good energy that enhances the vibe and turns any gathering into something worth celebrating.