Melissa

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0-6 months|Beagle, Mixed Breed|Female|Medium|Cookeville, TN

Melissa

Available

0-6 months|Beagle, Mixed Breed|Female|Medium|Cookeville, TN

About Melissa

About Beagle Dogs

Beagles are merry, curious hounds with an incredible sense of smell and a love for adventure. Their compact size, friendly disposition, and sturdy build make them wonderful family dogs. Beagles are pack animals at heart and thrive in the company of people and other dogs.

When you adopt a Beagle, you're getting a cheerful companion who approaches life with enthusiasm and a wagging tail. Their playful energy and gentle nature make them especially great with children and other pets.

Temperament

CuriousFriendlyMerryDetermined

Size

Small to Medium (20-30 lbs)

Exercise

High

Good With

Kids, Dogs, Cats

Lifespan

10-15 years

Health notes: Prone to obesity, epilepsy, hypothyroidism, and intervertebral disc disease. Their love of food means portion control is important.

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Adopting in Cookeville, TN

Cookeville's Upper Cumberland Plateau setting and Tennessee Tech University community make it a scenic mid-sized city for pet adoption. Local shelters serve Putnam County with animals looking for homes in a community that offers small-town charm with university amenities.

With Cane Creek Park, Burgess Falls nearby, and the Cookeville Greenway, the city gives adopted pets waterfall hikes, creekside walks, and paved urban trails. The plateau elevation keeps temperatures slightly cooler than the surrounding valleys.

Local Climate & Pet Care

Winter

25°F to 45°F

Dec – Feb

Moderate cold with more snow than the surrounding valleys due to elevation. Cane Creek Park trails can be icy after winter weather. The greenway in town is usually cleared and walkable. A peaceful time for bonding walks with your pet.

Spring

38°F to 68°F

Mar – May

Waterfalls at Burgess Falls and Cane Creek are at their most spectacular with spring runoff. Wildflowers bloom along the plateau trails. Thunderstorms increase but the plateau location reduces tornado risk compared to the valley floor.

Summer

62°F to 88°F

Jun – Aug

Warm but slightly cooler than lower-elevation Tennessee cities. Mornings are pleasant for trail walks. Creek access provides cooling for water-loving dogs. Afternoon thunderstorms are common on the plateau.

Fall

42°F to 70°F

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