A Pet-Friendly Guide to Hattiesburg, Mississippi
Don’t leave your furbaby behind! Hattiesburg boasts an abundance of pet-friendly places so your furry BFF can tag along and enjoy the fun.
Don’t leave your furbaby behind! Hattiesburg boasts an abundance of pet-friendly places so your furry BFF can tag along and enjoy the fun.
Arriving early to town? Grab a freshly baked bagel and enjoy it on the outdoor patio of Southbound Bagels and Coffee. While you are enjoying downtown Hattiesburg, walk over to the Pocket Museum and let the pooch experience life Honey, I Shrunk the Kids-style. They even have a dog toy exchange!
Get the boost you and your pup need as you prepare to explore the city! Mosey on down to Equinox and enjoy a mid-morning coffee and a pup cup for your four-legged companion. (The Magnolia Blossom iced coffee is a local fave!) One cup not enough? You can also visit our Coffee Trail, with 17 stops for you and your pup!
Rent a golf cart from Hub Buggy Rentals and tour the Art Trail. With 70+ murals and almost 50 painted utility boxes, drive from art to art and escape into the Hattiesburg art scene.
Take the golf cart-approved roads across Hwy 49 to Southern Miss, home of the Golden Eagles. Search for art on every corner: murals, sculptures, painted utility boxes. Ride under The Rock, the Golden Eagle football stadium. Park at Lofty Return, a 15 ft soaring sculpture of their beloved mascot, Seymour, wishing everyone a lofty return to campus. Walk your pup around the dome towards Library Plaza for a photo op with the towering SMTTT letters. (IYKYK!)
Don’t miss a beat; let your lunch stop be at T-bone’s Records & Cafe. Savor an old hickory sandwich or a cup of their daily soup special (the broccoli & cheddar is golden!).
You and your pup can also visit Trattoria Pizzeria, a downtown hotspot for pizza, pasta, and good vibes! Sit on the patio and enjoy delicious Italian food with a Southern twist.
Need a place to let your pup run wild? Visit Duncan Lake for a walk through nature and enjoy the 17-acre park complete with pavilions, picnic tables, fishing, and a disc golf course.
The Longleaf Trace also provides a beautiful outdoor experience for you and your pup! At 44 miles long, you have plenty of time to take a look at the scenery the trace has to offer you.
For dinner, enjoy dining à la fresca; Keg & Barrel offers a variety of dishes and multiple outdoor dining options. Enjoy the big game on their monster-sized screen or on the wrap-around porch of their main building. Grab some of their catfish and sneak a bite or two to your furry friend!
Another dinner or after-dinner drinks option is Patio 44. Known for its coastal seafood and steaks, you and your furry friend can relax on the patio while enjoying the Hattiesburg sunset.
If you want to stick around the city (because just one day isn’t enough), then you and your pet can rest and renew at one of our many pet-friendly hotels here in the city. With locations near our local restaurants, colorful murals, and outdoor activities, you and your pooch can find just the right place to spend the night in Hattiesburg. To select your hotel, you can visit our Stay page.
Plan a pet-friendly trip to Hattiesburg so you can experience the city with your best furfriend.