The Month of March

March always feels like a fresh start. The first hints of spring. Longer golden-hour light. More dogs out on adventures with their people.

At Izzy Rue PhoDOGraphy, we’re celebrating every reason this month gives us to honor dogs — from hardworking K9 heroes to brand-new puppies just beginning their stories.

Here’s what March brings to the dog world.

March is National Pet Poison Prevention Awareness Month, and as a Fort Walton Beach dog photographer who spends a lot of time around curious noses, this one matters.

Common dangers for dogs include:

Chocolate and xylitol

Certain plants and spring florals

Medications and supplements

Cleaning products and essential oils

Spring cleaning + spring landscaping = new risks. A little awareness protects a lifetime of memories.

Holidays

Mar 1: National Welsh Corgi Day

Mar 7: Iditarod Race

Mar 8: International Akita Day

Mar 13: National K9 Veterans Day

Mar 20: AKC National Agility Championship

Mar 23: National Puppy Day

Mar 25: National Newfoundland Day

Mar 27: National Terrier Day

Celebrating Dogs in Fort Walton Beach

March is full of meaningful reminders — safety, service, athleticism, loyalty, and new beginnings.

If you’re in Fort Walton Beach or along the Emerald Coast and want to celebrate your dog with timeless portraits this spring, this is the season for it. Longer light. Coastal textures. Comfortable temperatures.

Because every month should feel like National Dog Month.