Dog Daze

09/23/2024

🐾🎉 Get ready for the ultimate pup-tastic event! Join us for the Dog Daze Parade & Costume Contest! 🐶✨
This year’s theme: The Olympics! 🥇🏅 Dress your furry friends in their best Olympic-inspired outfits and let the games begin!

📅 Date: Saturday, October 5th
📍 Location: The Landing Park, downtown Fort Walton Beach
🕒 Time: 9:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m.

Don’t miss out on a day filled with fun, prizes, and tail-wagging excitement! 🎊🐕

09/23/2024

🌩️ With a potential storm on the horizon and Dog Daze coming up, now's the perfect time to check that your pup's rabies vaccination paperwork is up to date! 🐾

Saturday, October 5th, from 9-3 p.m. at the Landing Park, downtown Fort Walton Beach.

Friendship Veterinary Hospital * Okaloosa Gas
Central Bark Fort Walton Beach * City of Fort Walton Beach
Visit Destin-Fort Walton Beach

09/19/2024

Get ready for Dog Daze! 🐕 Some of your favorite vendors are back, plus lots of exciting new ones. Saturday, October 5th is quickly approaching don't wait to secure your vendor spot. ⏰📥
Friendship Veterinary Hospital
Okaloosa Gas
Central Bark Fort Walton Beach
Dippin' Dots Okaloosa
Clean Eatz
Pet Supplies Plus - Destin, FL
Healing Paws for Warriors, Inc.
wooftografie.com
Kitchen Solvers of Emerald Coast
Above the Standard Dog Training
Pets Behave Dog Training
Mercy's Play and Stay
Jay's Italian Ice
Jax & Josie's Smoked Jerky
EXIT Realty Anchor South
Advantagehpe
Emergency Veterinary Clinic Okaloosa Walton
Panhandle Animal Welfare Society
3 Dogs and a Chick
Noah's Barks and Purrs
The Salty Hut
Okaloosa County Rabies Prevention and Education
Save Our Cats and Kittens - SOCKS Shelter
Sunshine State Animal Rescue
Dog-Harmony
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Saturday, October 5th, 2024, at The Landing Park in Downtown Fort Walton Beach Florida, from 9 am until 3 p.m.

09/19/2024

Ahoy, mateys! It be International Talk Like a Pirate Day, and at Dog Daze, we’re all aboard for the swashbucklin’ fun! So, how do ye say “woof” in pirate? It’s “Arrr-ruff!” Come join the adventure! 🏴‍☠️🐾

Dog Daze Sat, Oct. 5th 9 - 3 p.m. at The Fort Walton Beach Landing

09/18/2024

🐾 A big thank you to Okaloosa Gasfor your ongoing support of Dog Daze! 🌟

“Natural Gas is the hottest trend in outdoor living! Enjoy gas grills, fireplaces, lighting, fire pits, and more. Visit OkaloosaGas.com to learn more!

And remember, dogs love a warm bath! 🛁❤️

09/17/2024

🎉 Get ready for a tail-wagging good time at Dog Daze, on Saturday, October 5th, from 9 AM to 3 PM at The Landing Park in downtown Fort Walton Beach. There will be exciting contests and tasty treats from pet specialty vendors. It’s the perfect day for dogs and their owners to have fun and socialize! 🐕💦🦴

📋 Reminder: All dogs must be over 6 months old, on a strong, non-retractable leash, and up to date on their rabies vaccination. See you there! 🐾

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09/16/2024

Your 🐶 is eager to join Dog Daze, and here’s why: they want to romp and sniff around the park, 💦 in the doggy swimming pools, enjoy some delicious, drool-worthy 🥓, and, most importantly, spend the day with YOU. 🐾

Presented by: Friendship Veterinary Hospital
Okaloosa Gas 🐾 Central Bark Fort Walton Beach 🐾
City of Fort Walton Beach 🐾 Visit Destin-Fort Walton Beach

09/12/2024

It takes a village to make an event successful! Huge thanks to the cadets from Fort Walton Beach High School Junior ROTC for their amazing support at Dog Daze year after year. 🐾 If you want to join the fun and volunteer with us, send us a message! 📩 Don't forget to mark your calendars for Dog Daze on Saturday, Oct 5th, from 9 AM to 3 PM at The Landing. See you there! 🐕‍🦺

09/11/2024

"Within hours of the 9/11 attacks, thousands of rescue workers from across America deployed to Ground Zero to help. Joining the endeavor were an estimated 300 specially trained dogs with experience not only in search and rescue, but police work, therapy, and comfort provision." 911memorial.org

We Will Never Forget

09/10/2024

🎉🐶 Get ready for a pawsitively fun time at this year’s Dog Daze!

We're thrilled to announce the "Synchronized Duo" 🏅contest, where you and your furry friend can shine as the ultimate look-alike pair. Don’t miss out on this chance to celebrate with your dog and compete for some fantastic prizes.

See you there! 🌟🐾

09/09/2024

🐾 Excitement is building for Dog Daze on Saturday, October 5th! 📜Here’s what you'll need to bring:
Your dog(s) on a strong, non-retractable leash
Proof of up-to-date rabies vaccination (current tag or vet certificate)
Reminder: All dogs must be over 6 months old to ensure their health and safety. Can’t wait to see you there! 🐶💫

09/03/2024

Do 🫵 offer dog-related products? Here’s a fantastic opportunity to showcase them to hundreds of dogs and their guardians!

Join us at Dog Daze, presented by Friendship Veterinary Hospital, on Sat., Oct. 5th, at The Landing in Downtown Fort Walton Beach.

Dog Daze features a range of vendors, including rescue organizations, dog trainers, groomers, and more, all with pet-friendly specialties. Interested in becoming a vendor? Just send us a message with your email address, and we’ll forward you the vendor application.

08/29/2024

You had us a dogs and food trucks! This Saturday -10 am to 3 pm - don’t miss out— make some memories and meet your future furry family member!🐾❤️🐾

Panhandle Animal Welfare Society 752 Lovejoy Road, Fort Walton Beach

🌞🐾 Don't Forget! Summer Lovin' Adoption Event This Saturday! 🐾🌞

Get ready for a day of fun and furry friends! Join us this Saturday at PAWS from 10:00 AM to 3:00 PM at 752 Lovejoy Road, Fort Walton Beach for our Summer Lovin' Adoption Event!

Here's what's in store:

🍔 Food Truck to keep you fueled up

🎟️ Raffles and Prizes to add to the excitement

🍦 Ice Cream Truck to cool you down

🐶 Name Your Own Adoption Fees—find your new furry BFF and bring them home!

It's the perfect opportunity to meet your new best friend and enjoy a day of fun activities. Don’t miss out—come join us and make this Saturday one to remember!

See you there! ❤️ Don't be square! 🟦

08/28/2024

Costume Contest, Best Tricks Contest, Agility Test, Splash Pools, and More at Dog Daze, presented by Friendship Veterinary Hospital on Sat, Oct. 5th, 9-3 p.m. at The Landing in Downtown Fort Walton Beach Florida 🇺🇸🐾🐕🐕‍🦺🐾🇺🇸

Okaloosa Gas 🐾 City of Fort Walton Beach 🐾 Central Bark Fort Walton Beach

08/26/2024

If you're looking for a meaningful way to honor National Dog Day consider donating to a rescue organization. No donation is too small, and every bit helps, provide medical care, food, shelter, and love to dogs who need it most.

Visit your favorite dog rescue's website or social media page to find out how you can contribute. 🐾🐕💖

08/21/2024

Is your dog a Gold Medal Olympian? Bring your dog to Dog Daze and show off their skills in the Best Tricks Contest. 🐾🏀🥇🐾

Sat. Oct 5th, 9-3 p.m. The Landing Park downtown Fort Walton Beach.

08/19/2024

Congratulations 🥳 Dog Daze sponsor Central Bark Fort Walton Beach on officially opening your doors for business! Join us for their Ribbon Cutting 🎉✂️celebration on Sept. 7th from 12 - 3 p.m. and come see them at Dog Daze, presented by Friendship Veterinary Hospital on Sat. Oct 7th at The Landing Park in Downtown Fort Walton Beach Florida🐾

08/16/2024

Did you know that there are over 200 dog breeds? Dog Daze has no breed exclusions! The only requirements to attend are that your dog is well-behaved, on a leash (preferably a non-retractable leash), and is up to date on required vaccines. Hope to see you and your dog on Saturday, October 5th for Dog Daze! 🐾🦮🎯🐾

08/13/2024

Do 🫵 sell dog-related products? Here's your chance to showcase your products to hundreds of dogs and their companions!
Dog Daze, presented by Friendship Veterinary Hospital, is scheduled for Sat., Oct. 5th, at The Landing in Downtown Fort Walton Beach. Vendors include rescue organizations, dog trainers, groomers, and a variety of vendors with pet-pleasing specialties.

Interested in being a vendor? Send us a message with your email address and we'll send over the vendor application. 📋
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08/12/2024

We all know Goodest Boy Beacon deserves a Gold Medal too!
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08/06/2024

Costume Contest, Best Tricks Contest, Agility Test, Splash Pools, and More at Dog Daze, presented by Friendship Veterinary Hospital on Saturday, October 5th, 9-3 p.m. at The Landing in Downtown Fort Walton Beach Florida
Sponsors: Okaloosa Gas 🐾 City of Fort Walton Beach 🐾 Central Bark Fort Walton Beach

08/05/2024

It's National Work Like A Dog Day. Does your dog dream about work 🧰, or does your dog just dream 🛏!🐾

08/01/2024

There are only 65 days ⏳ to get ready for Dog Daze. 📲☎️Friendship Veterinary Hospital today to ensure your dog is up-to-date on required vaccines and preventative medications. 🐾🩺💉💊🐾

Make protecting your pet against pesky parasites like heartworms, fleas and ticks as easy and affordable as paw-sible.

Learn how you can save up to $100 on preventatives by visiting https://friendshipvethospital.com/services/wellness-prevention/parasite-prevention 👏

07/30/2024

DOG DAZE – a tail-wagging event for you and your 🐕‍🦺🐩
📲: Saturday, Oct 5th, from 9-3 p.m. at The Fort Walton Beach Landing. Enjoy contests, vendors, water stations, pet specialties, and more.
Dogs must be current on vaccines and over 6 months old. 🐾

07/22/2024

🎙 Are your TOP clients' 🐕 or people who own dogs? Then you don’t want to miss the chance to promote your business at Dog Daze, presented by Friendship Veterinary Hospital, on Sat. Oct. 5th at The Fort Walton Beach Landing 🌳. Vendor applications are available through Sept 30th.
Contact Rachelle Graves, Greater Fort Walton Beach Chamber of Commerce, Director of Special Events for additional information.
850-244-8191 or [email protected]

07/17/2024

Park Ranger Curtis and Sailor were greeting guests at Fort Jefferson and we couldn't resist asking to take their picture! 🤿🏝🐾

07/02/2024

If you think fireworks 🧨💥💣are loud, how loud do they sound to your dog?👂👀 If fireworks give your dog anxiety, here are a few suggestions to help ease your dog’s anxiety ⬇️. 🐾

06/17/2024

Bentley and his family enjoyed a morning 🛥 excursion before the afternoon 🌦 arrived! What are some of your favorite dog-friendly family activities 🗞🛹🐕 ?

06/10/2024

Take advantage of the Hurricane Tax-Free Holiday until June 14th. There are some pet supplies included!

05/29/2024

If the pavement and sand are too hot for your hands and feet, it's too hot for paws. 📣🌞🔥🐾