The act of dating involves swiping until your thumb cramps, matching with people who never speak, and somehow still ending up on a first date with someone who says they’re “actually not really looking to date right now.” There are apps for every niche (farmers, gamers, people who really love astrology), and yet it’s still weirdly hard to meet a nice, human being who feels even vaguely genuine IRL. A lot of people need a third party to break the ice—and for a growing chunk of daters, that party is a dog.

Enter Frolly, a new dating app built entirely around the idea that “must love dogs” is not optional; it’s the whole premise. The Charlotte-based app launched in late October 2025 and is designed specifically for dog lovers who think the best relationships start with shared values and passi

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