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Dog Parks, Trainers & Boarding in Mississippi

272 locations in 103 cities and towns across Mississippi. Pick a city for the full list with phone numbers and a map, or scroll down for the smaller towns.

Mississippi has about 2,943,045 residents, so that's 9.2 dog parks, trainers & boarding per 100,000 people. Population: U.S. Census Bureau, 2024 estimate.

272locations
103cities & towns
93%list a phone
136with a website

Across Mississippi, of the 272 dog parks, trainers & boarding we list, 253 give a phone number, 29 publish opening hours and 136 have a website.

Top 10 dog parks, trainers & boarding in Mississippi

Ranked by how complete and owner-verified the listing info is — hours, phone, website, services. No pay-to-play. Full 2026 ranking

  1. 1Desoto KennelsByhalia

    Mon-Fri 8am-5pm, Sat 9am-11am, Sun 2:30pm-4pm

    Fenced
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  2. 2Dixon Doggy DaycareLake Cormorant

    Mon-Sun 6am-6pm

    Fenced
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  3. 3Holt's Training AcademyHolly Springs

    Indoor
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  4. 4The Dawg House of BiloxiBiloxi

    Small-dog area
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  5. 5Barker's Cove Kennels and GroomingPicayune

    Mon-Fri 8am-10:30am, Sat 9am-11am

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  6. 6Bow Wow Boutique and Daytime RetreatHattiesburg

    Mon-Fri 7am-6pm, Sat 10am-3pm

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  7. 7CARES Clarksdale Animal ShelterClarksdale

    Mon-Fri 9am-2pm

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  8. 8Cedar Hill Animal SanctuaryCaledonia

    Mon-Fri 9am-5pm

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  9. 9City of Hernando Animal ShelterHernando

    Mon-Fri 8am-5pm

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  10. 10Columbus Lowndes Humane SocietyColumbus

    Tue-Fri 12pm-5pm, Sat 12pm-3pm

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Cities

Largest first. Towns with a single location are listed further down this page.

Mississippi, by feature

Other towns in Mississippi

One location each — too few for a page of their own, so they live here.

  1. CARES Clarksdale Animal ShelterClarksdale

    1645 Desoto Ave, Clarksdale, MS 38614

    Mon-Fri 9am-2pm

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  2. The Cleveland-Bolivar County Animal Shelter of MississippiCleveland

    200 W Carpenter St, Cleveland, MS 38732-2222

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  3. South Delta Animal RescueRolling Fork

    190 E Race St, Rolling Fork, MS 39159-2728

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Good to know about dog parks, trainers & boarding in Mississippi

How long is a dog in heat?

A dog's heat cycle typically lasts for several weeks, averaging about three weeks in total. During this period, female dogs should be kept away from communal spaces across Mississippi to avoid accidental breeding. Owners can explore 272 dog parks in Mississippi to plan future visits once the cycle ends.

How long does a dog stay in heat?

Female dogs usually stay in heat for about three weeks, during which they can attract male dogs from significant distances. To ensure safety, restrict outdoor play to private, fully fenced yards throughout Mississippi. Our guide lists 272 dog parks in Mississippi for safe exercise options after the heat cycle completes.

How often do dogs go in heat?

Most unspayed female dogs go into heat twice a year, or roughly every six months, though smaller breeds may cycle more frequently. Tracking your pet's cycle helps you schedule routine visits to the 272 dog parks located across Mississippi. Plan your outdoor activities around these cycles to maintain a safe environment for all pets in Mississippi.

Can female dogs have periods?

Yes, female dogs experience estrus, which includes bloody discharge similar to a period during the first phase of their heat cycle. This phase usually lasts several days, during which public dog runs across Mississippi should be avoided. Consult the 272 dog park listings in Mississippi for designated off-leash zones once your dog is fully cleared.

When do dogs go into heat?

Dogs typically reach sexual maturity and experience their first heat cycle between six and twelve months of age, depending on their breed size. During active heat, keep dogs isolated from mixed-gender spaces across Mississippi. You can browse 272 dog park locations in Mississippi to find suitable spaces after your dog finishes her cycle.