You finally get to meet the doggy (and its owner) to see if they’re a good match with you! Get to know one another, and interact with intention. Start a casual conversation that allows you to vet your doggy owner and see if they are the kind of people you would want to hang with. Maybe even play a few games of catch or tug a rope to see how their dog interacts with you.
The location of the meetup is decided by you and your matched neighbor. We think the best places to meet are places that are dog friendly, convenient, and public. This can be a local park or a place around your neighborhood where you normally take your dog on a walk.