Dog-Harmony Establishes โ€œPaw Pantryโ€ with Caring & Sharing of South Walton

Dog-Harmony Establishes โ€œPaw Pantryโ€ with Caring & Sharing of South Walton

Miramar Beach, Fla. – Dog-Harmony is proud to announce the launch of its new program, Paw Pantry, designed to support local families and their beloved canine family members. This initiative, an expansion of the non-profitโ€™s โ€œKeeping Dogs in Homesโ€ program, will ensure that no family has to make the difficult choice between feeding themselves or feeding their dog.

In partnership with Caring & Sharing of South Walton, Paw Pantry will initially serve 15 families, with plans to expand as the program grows. โ€œWe currently serve an average of 850 local families each month,โ€ says Caring & Sharing Case Manager Dani Aylsworth. โ€œWe are paw-sitive there will be room to grow with the Paw Pantry partnership.โ€

The Paw Pantry collaboration supports Dog-Harmonyโ€™s mission of preventing shelter surrenders by addressing a key barrier to pet ownership: access to pet food. Dog-Harmony will collect donations of pet food and distribute them through partners, like Caring & Sharing, to areas where they are needed most. This way, every bowl can be filled, helping to ensure dogs remain in their loving family homes.

Dog-Harmony Founder Nancy Bown, CPDT-KA, says, โ€œWe are thrilled to establish the Paw Pantry partnership with Caring & Sharing of South Walton. By providing dog food assistance to families in need, we prevent beloved family dogs from being surrendered to already overwhelmed and overcrowded animal shelters in our communities.โ€

In the past three years, Dog-Harmony has distributed more than 10,000 pounds of dog food to families in need. With Paw Pantry, the non-profit is building on that success and establishing new donation drop-off points across the community to make it even easier to give.

Drop-Off Locations

Community members can drop off unopened dry dog food at one of Dog-Harmonyโ€™s trusted community partner locations below:

Acknowledgments

Paw Pantry wouldnโ€™t be possible without the support of the compassionate veterinary partners in our community. The generosity of Kindness Pet Hospital, Capital Veterinary Specialists, and Emerald Shores Pet Hospital Resort and Spaw has already helped Dog-Harmony fill bowls and keep tails wagging.

Ways to Get Involved

Make a Monetary Donation

Your financial contribution has the most significant impact. By donating, you enable Dog-Harmony to purchase food in bulk at discounted prices, stretch every dollar further, and respond quickly to families in urgent need. Monetary donations also help us keep Dog-Harmonyโ€™s partners like Caring & Sharing of South Walton from being inundated with excess supplies. A $25 donation can feed a dog for two weeks, while $100 can support an entire familyโ€™s pets for a month.

Donate Unopened Dry Dog Food

If youโ€™d prefer to give food directly, Dog-Harmony welcomes donations of unopened bags of dry dog food at its drop-off locations in Destin (The Doggy Bag and Salty Paws Pet Boutique and Barkery) and Miramar Beach (Barry Veterinary Hospital).

Spread the Word

Not everyone is able to donate, but everyone can make a difference. Help Dog-Harmony reach more families and keep more dogs in loving homes by sharing the news about the Paw Pantry launch with your friends, neighbors, and local businesses. You can also stay updated on the nonprofit’s news by following their accounts on Facebook, Instagram, and LinkedIn, or by signing up for their Paw Print Press newsletter.

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About Dog-Harmony: Dog-Harmony is a non-profit 501(c)(3) organization founded in 2015 by certified professional dog trainer Nancy Bown, CPDT-KA. The organization is dedicated to enhancing the bond between dogs and humans through community education. In essence, it helps dogs rescue people. Dog-Harmony’s key programs include: therapy dog team support services; humane education for children and families; Keeping Dogs in Homes; and pet bereavement counseling. These programs are made possible through donations, grants, and the continued support of dedicated volunteers. For more information, visit www.dog-harmony.org.

About Caring & Sharing of South Walton: Founded in 1994, Caring & Sharing of South Walton is a 501(c)3 that provides crisis relief to our neighbors in need through financial assistance, food, counseling, and case management.

Dog-Harmony Celebrates 10 Years with “Love in Focus” Calendar Contest

Dog-Harmony Celebrates 10 Years with “Love in Focus” Calendar Contest

Santa Rosa Beach, Fla. โ€“ย Dog-Harmony, a non-profit dedicated to reducing the shelter population through community education and therapy dog programs, is excited to announce its tenth anniversary this month. To celebrate, the organization is launching its “Love in Focus” calendar photo contest.

For a decade, Dog-Harmony has provided unconditional love and support to local communities by providing humane education for kinder animal treatment, deploying therapy dog teams and offering resources to keep dogs in homes. This milestone highlights the unwavering support from the community and the dedication of volunteers and staff.

The “Love in Focus” contest, running from June 15 to July 15, 2025, invites dog owners nationwide to submit a photo of their dog with a $10 donation. Each $10 donation also counts as one vote. Supporters can vote for their favorite canine contestants as many times as they want, and a free calendar is included with every single $100 donation.

The 12 entries with the most votes will receive a professional photo shoot from Wooftografie for Dog-Harmony’s exclusive 2026 calendar. All proceeds directly benefit Dog-Harmony’s mission to support humane education and wellness visits by volunteer therapy dog teams.

“Reaching this 10-year milestone is a source of immense pride,” says Nancy Bown, Founder of Dog-Harmony. “The ‘Love in Focus’ contest is a fantastic way to celebrate the joy dogs bring and is a crucial fundraiser that enables us to continue our vital work.”

Dog-Harmony is also seeking calendar sponsors; a sponsorship packet is available atย Dog-Harmony.org/love-in-focus-calendar-contest.

To enter your dog or cast your vote, visitย gogophotocontest.com/dog-harmonyย starting June 15.

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About Dog-Harmony

Founded in 2015 by professional dog trainer Nancy Bown, CPDT-KA, Dog-Harmony is a 501(c)(3) non-profit educational charity committed to improving the human-dog bond through community-based programs. From classroom education and therapy dog visits to hospital and youth facility outreach, Dog-Harmony helps dogs rescue people. With a focus on empathy, understanding, and responsible pet care, our evolving programs address the most pressing needs in our community. Dog-Harmony relies entirely on donations, grants, and the dedication of volunteers to continue this life-changing work.

Dog-Harmony Presents the 10th Annual Doggieย EGGstravaganzaย at Grand Boulevard at Sandestin

Dog-Harmony Presents the 10th Annual Doggieย EGGstravaganzaย at Grand Boulevard at Sandestin

A Canine-Onlyย Egg Huntย and Social on April 18, 2025

Miramar Beach, Fla. โ€“ Puppy parents, get ready for a tail-wagging good time! Dog-Harmony proudly presents the 10th Annual Doggie EGGstravaganza, a canine-only Easter egg hunt and social event on Friday, April 18, 2025, from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. at Grand Boulevard at Sandestin.

For a $20 donation in advance (or $25 on the day of the event), humans and their leashed canine companions will receive a souvenir bag to sniff out 1,000 colorful eggs filled with delicious dog treats. With two designated hunting areas for dogs over and under 35 pounds, every furry friend has a chance to join in on the fun.

Attendees will also enjoy an evening of music curated by DJ Diamond Dan, indulge in delicious appetizers from JCโ€™s Gourmet while sipping on beer and wine, pose for pet photos courtesy of Rescue Animal Photography, participate in family-friend games to win fun prizes, and shop human treats at the silent auction.

Proceeds from Doggie EGGstravaganza support Dog-Harmony, a 501(c)3, and its mission of keeping dogs out of shelters through humane education for children and families and programs that enrich the human and animal bond.

Doggie EGGstravaganza is presented as part of the Coastal Culture Series, made possible by the Grand Boulevard Arts & Entertainment Program. Dog-Harmony requests that no prong, shock, or choke collars be used on canine family members at the event.

To purchase tickets for the canine-only egg hunt in advance or learn more information about event sponsorship opportunities, visit Dog-Harmonyโ€™s website.

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About Dog-Harmony

Dog-Harmony is a 501(c)3 nonprofit in Miramar Beach dedicated to helping dogs rescue people. Founded by Nancy Bown, a Certified Professional Dog Trainer โ€“ Knowledge Assessed (CPDT-KA), in 2015, Dog-Harmony builds positive relationships between canines and humans, preventing dogs from becoming homeless in the first place. Community services include therapy dog programs and fun classes for children to learn responsible pet care, compassion, and bite prevention. Programs are made possible through grants and donations.

Vote Dec. 3rd for Dog-Harmony’s Tree at Festival of Trees at the Park on Grand Boulevard

Vote Dec. 3rd for Dog-Harmony’s Tree at Festival of Trees at the Park on Grand Boulevard

Join us Tuesday, December 3rd from 4pm-6:30pm for The Festival of Trees Kick-Off where Dog-Harmony and 17 other non-profit organizations will decorate trees and compete to win cash prizes totaling $8,500, including Best of Show and Peopleโ€™s Choice. The Peopleโ€™s Choice winner will be voted on and announced along with Best of Show, Second and Third Place winners. Held on National Day of Giving, join the fun and vote for your favorite tree to win the Peopleโ€™s Choice Award.

Each vote is $5 and can only be cast at this event on Dec. 3rd. We hope to see at the Park on Grand Boulevard!

The trees will remain on display in Grand Park through Christmas (Dec. 3-25) for all to enjoy!

More information about the event and the Festival of Trees: https://grandboulevard.com/event/festival-of-trees-in-grand-park/

The 2024 Dog-Harmony Tree at Grand Boulevard's Festival of Trees
Chillin’ for Canines: A Human Wellness Day at Ain’t Life Cool Benefiting Dog-Harmony

Chillin’ for Canines: A Human Wellness Day at Ain’t Life Cool Benefiting Dog-Harmony

Ainโ€™t Life Cool, a cryotherapy and wellness center, is hosting its second Chillinโ€™ for Canines benefiting Dog-Harmony on Saturday, December 7, 2024, from 10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. at 8955 US-98, Suite 104 in Miramar Beach, FL.

100% of the proceeds from services booked at the center that day will be donated to Dog-Harmony, a 501(c)3 dedicated to enriching the lives of humans and their canine companions through community education and therapy dog programs.

Ainโ€™t Life Cool offers holistic therapies on a walk-in basis, including cryotherapy utilizing the most advanced technology available, red light therapy, compression therapy, and Himalayan salt aromatherapy. These targeted or whole-body therapies can help reduce inflammation and swelling, promote healing, and diminish pain.

To participate in Chillinโ€™ for Canines and support Dog-Harmony, visit Ainโ€™t Life Cool in Miramar Beach on December 7. There, you can select from a variety of therapies available to the public on a walk-in basis to reduce pain, heal, and promote rejuvenation. Participants can also enjoy complimentary refreshments in between services.

Visit www.aintlifecool.com to learn more about its therapeutic services!

Call for Photos: My Dog Rescued Me

Call for Photos: My Dog Rescued Me

Show Everyone the Dog Who Rescued You!

Dog-Harmony is calling for photos of the dogs who rescued their owners, or people who were helped by one of our Therapy Dog Teams. Now until November 24, 2024, submit a photo (.jpg, .png, or .pdf) of your dog, or dogs, to us for printing and making custom ornaments that will be displayed on our Christmas tree in Grand Boulevard’s Festival of Trees in Sandestin, December 3rd-26th.
The trees will remain outside during the event so our ornaments are made of sturdy white plastic, tied with an aqua ribbon, and your photo is sealed with clear vinyl. Please indicate in the form below if you would like to pick up your ornament after the event, in early January.
If you don’t want an ornament that has been outside, and you’d like to put it on your own tree, select the number of copies you want mailed to you before we put the original one on the tree. The copies are $10 each, to cover the cost of supplies and mailing. You will receive your mailed ornament copy during the first week of December.

Join us Tuesday, December 3rd from 4 pm to 6:30 pm for The Festival of Trees Kick-Off at Grand Boulevard in Sandestin.

Dog-Harmony and 17 other non-profit organizations will compete to win cash prizes totaling $8,500, including Best of Show and Peopleโ€™s Choice.ย 

Use the form below to submit your photo and request a copy of your customized ornament.