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Chillin’ for Canines Benefits Pups and People at Ain’t Life Cool on December 7
Ain’t Life Cool, a cryotherapy and wellness center, is hosting its second Chillin’ for Canines benefiting Dog-Harmony on Saturday, December 7, 2024, in Miramar Beach. 100% of the proceeds from clients visiting the center that day will be donated to Dog-Harmony, a 501(c)3.
From Rescue to Rehab: One Dog’s Mission to Bring Harmony to Healthcare
Chloe, a Dog-Harmony therapy dog, brings 65 pounds of love and joy to staff and patients - and the occasional tears to patients who miss their dogs at the HCA Florida Healthcare's Rehabilitation Institute of Northwest Florida. Her favorite place to visit at the rehab center is the physical therapy (PT) gym, where she can interact with the PT patients. She is a great aid, assisting with repetitive arm movements as a command to sit, stay, or play fetch.
Pets & Pawrents Invited to Take a Bark Out of Crime at 8th Annual Barktoberfest
The Emerald Coast’s favorite doggie costume contest and social is back! Join Dog-Harmony at the 8th Annual Barktoberfest, a canine-only trick-or-treating event, at Grand Park in Grand Boulevard at Sandestin on October 26 from 4:30 to 6:30 p.m.
Dog-Harmony Presents the 8th Annual Doggie Eggstravaganza on April 6
Dog-Harmony presents the 8th Annual Doggie EGGstravaganza, a hoppin’ social where dogs hunt for 800 eggs filled with yummy treats, from 5:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. on Thursday, April 6 at Grand Boulevard at Sandestin.
For the Love of Dogs and Football: A Super Bowl Social on February 11
Grab your pup and join Dog-Harmony for Love & Football: A Dog Promenade from 3 p.m. to 5 p.m. on Saturday, Feb. 11 at Grand Boulevard at Sandestin to celebrate Super Bowl LVII and Valentine’s Day.
Dog-Harmony Presents the 7th Annual Barktoberfest
Dog-Harmony presents the 7th Annual Barktoberfest, a canine trick-or-treating event, at Grand Park in Grand Boulevard at Sandestin on Thursday, October 27 from 4:30 p.m. to 6:30 p.m. Complete with libations, light bites sponsored by JC's Gourmet, spooky tunes, raffle prizes, and a silent auction, the event features a canine Halloween costume contest.
Swim Day at Beach Dog Aqua Therapy Benefits Dog-Harmony
Pamper your pup with a cool summer swim to benefit Dog-Harmony at Beach Dog Aqua Therapy on Saturday, June 25 from 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. at 141 Santa Barbara Ave. For a donation of $30, a family can schedule a private, 30-minute canine swim session with Diane Kenney, a Certified Canine Hydrotherapist.
Dog-Harmony Presents the 7th Annual Doggie Eggstravaganza on April 28
The 7th Annual Doggie EGGstravaganza, a hoppin’ social where dogs hunt for eggs filled with yummy treats, will be from 5:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. April 28 at Grand Boulevard at Sandestin.
A Love to Pull: The Canadian Inuit Dogs
After an incredible four-day dogsledding adventure, which included camping with the Canadian Inuit dogs at night after chilly day trips over frozen lakes and through forested hills, I interviewed Peter Schurke, son of Wintergreen’s founder and dogsled guide, about the process of caring for these beautiful, strong, and intelligent working dogs.
Kids Learn that Reading is Doggone Fun on Feb. 24
Children will learn that reading is doggone fun at Dog-Harmony’s upcoming, complimentary children’s program at Walton County’s Coastal Branch Library. The next program, which includes a therapy dog for kids to pet, will be from 3 p.m. to 4 p.m. on Feb. 24.
Destin Brewery Partners with Dog-Harmony to Launch Award-Winning Ale Featuring Rescue Dogs
Destin Brewery collaborated with Dog-Harmony to feature long-term shelter dogs on the label of the Dog-Harmony Ale launched in November 2021.
Dog-Harmony Presents the 6th Annual Barktoberfest on October 28th
Dog-Harmony's 6th annual Barktoberfest, a doggie social with beer for humans, will be from 4:30-6:30pm on 10/28 at Grand Boulevard at Sandestin.
Dog-Harmony Hosts "Ask Amanda: Shelter Enrichment, Expectations and Equipment"
Dog-Harmony will virtually host Amanda Rietheimer in its second virtual education seminar focusing on dog behavior on May 20th at 5:00 p.m. Rietheimer is a Certified Dog Behavior Consultant (CDBC) and a Certified Professional Dog Trainer-Knowledge Assessed (CPDT-KA). Dog-Harmony’s complimentary seminar, “Ask Amanda: Shelter Enrichment, Expectations and Equipment,” will be beneficial for employees and volunteers of animal rescue organizations, as well as all dog lovers.
Dog-Harmony Hosts "Ask Amanda: Resources for Rescues"
Amanda Rietheimer will be at Dog-Harmony’s headquarters located at 237 Market Street in Santa Rosa Beach, FL on Sunday, March 7th at 2:00 p.m. Rietheimer is a Certified Dog Behavior Consultant (CDBC) and a Certified Professional Dog Trainer-Knowledge Assessed (CPDT-KA). She is a lifelong animal advocate and former animal control officer in New England. Dog-Harmony will host a live Q & A session called “Ask Amanda: Resources for Rescues.”
Improve Your Senior Dog’s Quality of Life with Hydrotherapy
Do you have a senior dog who has limited mobility? Hydrotherapy for your canine companions provides a low-impact form of physical therapy for dogs that are suffering from chronic degenerative diseases or neurological issues, recovering from an injury or fighting weight gain as they slow down with age.
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