Octive

Available

2 months old|Labrador Retriever, Cattle Dog|Female|Small|Hattiesburg, MS

🎾 Playful🐾 Friendly

Octive

Available

2 months old|Labrador Retriever, Cattle Dog|Female|Small|Hattiesburg, MS

🎾 Playful🐾 Friendly

About Octive

Click apply to start the adoption process. Octive is currently on a stray hold until May 5th at 5:00 PM. This adorable young Labrador Retriever/Cattle Dog mix sports a lovely brown coat and is waiting at Southern Pines Animal Shelter for her second chance. If you were born on February 14th, you share Octive’s sun sign—Aquarius—known for its playful and independent spirit! What better way to bring that energy into your home than with a new best friend? They are waiting with paws crossed! Apply now!

About Labrador Retriever Dogs

Labrador Retrievers are America's most popular breed for good reason. Their friendly, outgoing nature and eagerness to please make them wonderful family companions. Labs are patient with children, get along well with other pets, and adapt easily to new homes.

When you adopt a Lab, you're gaining a loyal friend who thrives on human connection. Whether they're fetching a ball or curling up beside you on the couch, Labs bring boundless joy and warmth to every household they join.

Temperament

FriendlyOutgoingActiveGentle

Size

Large (55-80 lbs)

Exercise

High

Good With

Kids, Dogs, Cats

Lifespan

11-13 years

Health notes: Prone to hip and elbow dysplasia, obesity, and exercise-induced collapse. Regular vet checkups and maintaining a healthy weight are important.

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Adopting in Hattiesburg, MS

Hattiesburg's pine-belt setting and university-town character make it an active community for pet adoption in southern Mississippi. Local shelters serve a region where deep-rooted Southern hospitality extends to animals in need of loving homes.

With Longleaf Trace trail, Paul B. Johnson State Park, and the University of Southern Mississippi campus, Hattiesburg offers adopted pets shaded trails and lakeside recreation. The city's growing arts scene and neighborhood revitalization make it a more vibrant place than its size might suggest.

Local Climate & Pet Care

Winter

32°F to 58°F

Dec – Feb

Mild with occasional cold snaps that bring frost but rarely snow. The Longleaf Trace is excellent for winter walks under the pine canopy. A light jacket may benefit short-haired breeds on the coldest mornings.

Spring

48°F to 78°F

Mar – May

Severe thunderstorm and tornado risk increases through spring. The lush pine and hardwood forests make for beautiful walks between weather events. Ticks are aggressive in the pine belt, so maintain prevention year-round.

Summer

70°F to 93°F

Jun – Aug

Oppressive heat and humidity dominate. Schedule outdoor time before 7 AM only. Paul B. Johnson State Park lake offers some cooling opportunities for water-friendly dogs. Mosquitoes and ticks are at peak activity.

Fall

48°F to 80°F

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