Nova

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3-7 years|Labrador Retriever, Beagle|Female|Medium|Cookeville, TN

Nova

Available

3-7 years|Labrador Retriever, Beagle|Female|Medium|Cookeville, TN

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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 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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