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Are you a dog lover that lives in a house or apartment that doesn't allow pets? Or do you live on campus but crave canine kisses? Have you been looking for a friend and some motivation to get out on the Longleaf Trace for a walk? It sounds like the Dog's Day Out Program is just what the dogtor ordered!

This exciting program allows you to come by Southern Pines and check out a dog for an hour or the whole day! You get doggo cuddles, and they get some much-needed time out of their kennel. You'll get to learn about your new friend while bonding over a puppuccino, a nap, or even a swim in the backyard pool. You can even use these guys to help you get the most adorable Instagram photo ever! (Trust us, they don't mind!) The amount of fun you have is up to you!
To participate in Dog's Day Out, stop by the shelter during our business hours (12-5pm daily, closed Wednesdays), and we'll help you pick out the right pal for your adventure! Since our pups have to be back by 4:30pm, we recommend picking up no later than 3:30pm to make the most of your adventure.

​This program is always free, and it's the most fun way to complete volunteer hours. Once you've completed the sign up form below, you're welcome to pop in to the shelter anytime! 

Available Dogs in the Program

To view dogs available for Dog's Day Out, follow the process outlined in the video below, but select "Dog's Day Out" instead of "Needs Foster" under the attributes button.

  1. Go to the Adoptable Dogs page on the Southern Pines website.
  2. Click the "Attributes" button and select "Dog's Day Out" from the drop down list.
  3. Ta-da! The site will now generate a list of all of our eligible dogs!
To Do before your first adventure!
  • Fill out the sign up form to stay up to date on any Dog's Day Out updates.
  • Complete the free Maddie’s University Fundamentals of Canine Communication and Safe Dog Handling course including the quiz. 
  • ​Complete the Southern Pines DDO Volunteer Waiver. You can email it to [email protected] or fill it out at the shelter when you arrive for your first outing!
  • Plan your trip! Check out our Info Sheet for more details about the program rules and recommendations of things to do.
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While you're out on your adventure, be sure to take lots of photos and videos of your new best bud enjoying their day out! We love sharing these photos on the dog's profile so that potential adopters can see how adorable and excited they are. Once you've returned your adventure buddy to the shelter, text your photos to 601-283-8757 and complete the Dog's Day Out survey! ​
Check out some of our previous Dog's Day Out adventures!

Want to learn about our other volunteer opportunities? Check out our Timecounts page below! 

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Where we're located:

1901 N. 31st Avenue Hattiesburg, MS  39401

Hours of operation:

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Monday:                    12pm - 5pm
Tuesday:                    12pm - 5pm
Wednesday:                  CLOSED
Thursday:              12pm - 6:30pm
Friday:                   12pm - 6:30pm
Saturday:                   12pm - 5pm
Sunday:                     12pm - 5pm

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 601.544.6632   •  [email protected]

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  • Home
  • Fur Ball 2026
  • Adopt
    • Adopting a Pet >
      • Adoptable Dogs
      • Adoptable Cats >
        • Ringworm Kitties
    • Barn Buddies
    • Alumni Updates
  • Donate
    • Fur Ball 2026
    • Make a Gift
    • Give Monthly
    • Sponsorships >
      • Sponsor a Kennel
    • Merchandise
    • Wishlist
  • Resources
    • Rehoming Your Pet
    • Pet Training Resources
    • Lost and Found Pets >
      • Lost Pet Resources
      • Found Pet Resources
    • Veterinary Care >
      • Healthy Pet Clinic
    • Pet-Friendly Housing
    • Pet Food Resources
    • Human Help Resources
    • Found Baby Kittens
    • Community Cats
    • Surrendering a Pet >
      • Other Area Shelters
    • Wildlife Resources
  • Get Involved
    • Events
    • Volunteer
    • Foster >
      • Foster Eligible Animals
      • Adoption Ambassador
      • Underage Kitten Care
      • Underage Puppy Care
      • Foster FAQ
      • Foster Resources
    • Employment Opportunities
    • Dog's Day Out >
      • Dogs Day Out Survey
  • About
    • Contact
    • Saving More Lives
    • EmBark Transport Program
    • Meet Our Team
    • Board of Directors
    • Our Partners
    • Blog