Dog Oasis

Welcome to our brand new Sniffspot area in Sturbridge (Fiskdale) MA. We are excited to provide an off leash play space for your furry bestie. Conveniently located close to the Massachusetts Turnpike and Rte 84. While I usually require advance notice, if you message me, and I'm able to immediately respond, I may be able to accommodate last minute reservations. (please note, with minimal notice, we may not have the opportunity to completely refresh the play space) Looking forward to adding amenities, play options and operational improvements as the season progresses .

Large, fully-fenced backyard with lots of space to zoom around in!

Hi everyone! Hoping to get more use from my fenced in backyard😊. I have a dog and he absolutely loves running around, I am sure your dog will love it too! The space is big enough for your dog to play around, plus, it’s a square, so you’ll always see your furry friend from every corner you’re at! Please pick up after your furry friends & happy playing!🐾 Ps. I’d love to feature a photo of your dog! With your consent, I’ll share it in this listing.

Come and play in Sammy’s Playground. There’s lots to do. With the entire 0.5-acre backyard fully enclosed by a new chain-link fence (Fall 2022), the pups are free to roam and run to their hearts delight. And, wow… it sure is fun to watch them go!! Zoom-Zoom (important notices on pricing and opening the gate are at close of this section). The areas along the edges of the yard are wooded and make for fun pathways for explorations. The central area of the yard has a slight hill and is mostly open. This makes for plenty of romping and heavy-duty running- including long throws of a ball or a frisbee. Check out all of the photos and read the accompanying descriptions to get a better idea of how Sammy’s Playground will appeal to you and your furry friends!! And don’t worry about the yard (too much). There’s divots and mounds all around, no manicured lawns when dogs are at play. Go for it guys… Enjoy!! As promised, mid-May ‘24, the pool💦 was opened. While it’s likely be too chilly for humans (and even some pups), many dogs will find great pleasure in retrieving their ball or simply going for a dip in the pool. For 💦 pool use, select the corresponding “Extra” for your visit. By June, the furniture, gazebo, hammock, kiddie pool and a whole bunch more will be out for ALL to enjoy as we welcome summertime!! Yea. It’s our hope that the relationships between us and our guests remain great and we haven’t found the need to raise our hourly rate. Yea again! ——- NOTE: to open the gate, simply reach over the top to find the key. Twist/turn the key until it stops. Then, lift the knob on top of the gate and push the gate open… you’re in! The gate automatically closes behind you. Please confirm that it has engaged into the closed position and then turn the key to lock yourself in. DO NOT REMOVE THE KEY. The photos section includes views of the gate, key and lock. NOTE: As an “Extra” listed benefit, you may park your vehicle in an area away from the gate and take advantage of a leisurely stroll down the very-well-kept sidewalks of Park Street and adjoining neighborhoods. This might be a good way to burn off that last little bit of doggy energy or for some leash training while you’re here. This is time AFTER your booked time of using Sammy’s Playground (not a part of it). This is essentially a parking fee. We just don’t want you to run off without taking advantage of all the resources available to you for your dog(s).

Bucolic, parklike grounds for a perfect day out with your dog. Play on the expansive lawn, go for a cooling dip in the spring-fed pond, leap over the stone walls, or explore the secluded woodland streams and trails. The location is convenient for day trips, but the scenery feels like you've discovered a perfect piece of New England nature. Don't miss out!

PLEASE DO NOT RENT THE FIELD UNLESS YOU ARE FAMILIAR WITH THE SPORT OF DOG AGILITY! If you have never taken classes or competed before, please message me and we can set up a time for a private lesson to ensure the safety of you and your dog. AKC Regulation a-frame, teeter, dogwalk, table, and jumps from Max200. MAD Agility channel weaves. Saloon door style tire and tunnels from Clean Run. Please potty your dogs outside of the agility field! Feel free to wander around outside of the back gate, but do keep your dogs leashed for safety as it is not fully fenced and keep your eyes peeled for poison ivy! It is low tech back there. There is no electricity, running water, or lighting (yet). Gates are secured with bungees for now until permanent posts & latches are installed. Please bring water, bug spray, sunscreen, proper footwear, etc. I do my best to keep the field as manicured as possible, but it is the out of doors so nothing is ever perfect! The pine trees provide lovely shade, but they do also provide pinecones and twigs. Give the space a once over to ensure there is nothing poky on you or your dog’s path! If you move or reset any equipment, please put it back how you found it before you leave. Your rental $ will go to the “have the field professionally leveled and reseeded” fund so if you’d like to donate extra to the cause and get that done sooner, please leave a few dollars in the donation box. I unfortunately have not yet been able to grow a money tree on the property 😢 Be nice to the neighbors! And have fun!

Enjoy the safety of a fully fenced in backyard on over 10,000 ft.² of grass! Enjoy use of another .50 acre of flat, open field for long leash training and recall.  Sit in the shaded gazebo while your pup sniffs and runs OR play a fun game of fetch with one of our balls, frisbees or sticks. Either way, your furry friend will leave tired and happy! While you’re here, enjoy a hike in the Shenipsit State Forest just steps away from our property. Hike the Connecticut blue trail and take your pet(s) on a fun adventure. Don't see a time slot you need? Send a request, we are happy to be flexible.

River view sensory park Fully fenced with 5ft chain link, 2 acres on a riverfront property! Plenty of amenities for dogs and their humans to enjoy! *Extras will resume availability 06/10* 🪻Sensory garden for enrichment (Seasonal) 🧱Texture/Sensory path for enrichment (In-Progress) 🌻Dog safe flowers around the yard (Seasonal) 🐦‍⬛Bird & 🐿️ squirrel feeders for visual enrichment 🦋Butterfly garden for visual enrichment (seasonal) 🌾Open field for running and playing ⛲️Dog water fountain for play and fresh drinking water 💧 Dog pool (extra) 💦Splash Pad (extra) 🐶Agility equipment: A-frame, jumps, tunnel, weave polls 🍴Picnic table with beautiful river view 🪑Bench & patio furniture 🛜WiFi ☀️Gazebo for shade 🏥Canine first aid kit 💩Waste bags provided 🧀Freeze dried pup treats (extra) Things to note: 🚂Train track is present between the property and river, expect to see and hear trains 🌳You are welcome to utilize the whole property. Sections of the yard are still being cleared 🏈 We are next to a highschool sports field- occasionally noise from practices or games may be present Future Plans: 🐾Walking path 🏅Lure course (extra) 🪵Fire pit (extra) 🦴Enrichment stimulates the mind, reduces stress, and assures innate behavioral needs are met (VCA Animal Hospital). 15 minutes of sniffing is equivalent to 1 hour of walking (SPCA). 🎾Toys are not provided as disease can be transmitted between dogs. Please feel free to bring your own toys! *Price may increase as we continue to improve yard and amenities IG: RiverView_SniffSpot

50 acre closed gravel pit with roads and woods. The former air-soft club left partial combat structures remain here and there. First time check in at the shed/office. NRA certified can bring firearms (let us know in advance) Bonfires ok (let us know in advance) Camping by the river is allowed (let us know in advance)

Secluded spot right on trail eventually to become rail trail. Right over Sudbury line. Scenic and private in the spring, summer and fall.