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Dog-Harmony’s 9th Annual Barktoberfest Set for October 25th Promises to Be a Howling Good Time!

In Grand Boulevard at Sandestin’s Grand Park from 4:30-6:30pm

SANTA ROSA BEACH, Fla. –The Emerald Coast’s one and only doggie costume-contest Barktoberfest is back this fall and will take place on October 25th from 4:30-6:30pm in Grand Boulevard at Sandestin’s Grand Park!  This paw-ty with a cause benefits Dog-Harmony, a local nonprofit dedicated to reducing the shelter dog population through ongoing humane education. The organization is currently calling for sponsors to join in the action all for a worthy cause.  Businesses will receive exposure for their support and have the opportunity to showcase and sell their goods and services in front of a captive crowd of over 200 guests and their furry friends. Interested sponsors should contact Dog-Harmony at fundraising@dog-harmony.org.

Pets and their paw-rents alike may compete for prizes when they enter the ever-popular costume contest (for a $15 donation or $20 day of event.)

Non-furry partygoers will enjoy Oktoberfest libations, nibbles from JC’s Gourmet, music, a silent auction, and raffle prizes, all part of this spooky soiree. Rescue Animal Photography will commemorate the afternoon with professional photos of you and your canine!

This complimentary event is presented as part of the Coastal Culture Series, made possible by the Grand Boulevard Arts & Entertainment Program. Barktober is also proudly sponsored by Gulfshore Air, Silver Sands Premium Outlets, Pure Collective Salon, La Luna Children’s Boutique, Clay Garden and Gifts, and Davis Dog Treats.

All proceeds from Barktober and other Dog-Harmony events at Grand Boulevard will help support the pups and programs in our community. Dog Harmony’s services include Animal Assisted Therapy, Children’s Education and Community Education, and Keeping Dogs Out of Shelters. Last year, the dog therapy program touched the lives of over 200 people in local hospitals each week. They also provided over 240 hours of education and training to families who were at risk of owner surrender situations. To learn more about these services, visit dog-harmony.org. To inquire about the various sponsorship opportunities or how you or your business can get involved, contact fundraising@dog-harmony.org.

“For many years, Grand Boulevard has cherished our partnership with Dog-Harmony. We love the creativity they bring to their events and they make them so much fun for everyone. More importantly, we believe in the Dog-Harmony mission and appreciate the opportunity to support it,” said Stacey Brady, Marketing and Communications Director for Grand Boulevard.

Dog-Harmony is a non-profit 5019 (c)3 charity established by Nancy Bown in 2015, and is dedicated to reducing the shelter dog population through ongoing humane education. Dog Harmony’s mission is to enhance the relationship between dogs and humans through ongoing community education.  For volunteer or sponsorship opportunities, call 850-376-4190, fundraising@dog-harmony.org, or visit www.dog-harmony.org.