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Michigan Avenue, 7849
OaklandCalifornia94605US
4.9440
55My dogs loved this spot! Lots to sniff and explore. Bring bug spray or long sleeves bc there are some mosquitos in the shadier spots :)
55We loved it. Big and clean yard for the pups to explore. Will be back!
55Amazing spot, there are so many little areas to sit and different things to sniff! We will definitely be back
55Mina and I had a fun time at the garden! I did a perimeter walk with her to ensure that she understood the fencing boundaries, and I appreciated that the whole property was well fenced and had mesh nets for certain areas. We were able to hear the neighborhood dogs from farther away, but didn't encounter any visually or hear any next door. We loved running up and down the stairs, and doing some recall training after she was done with her sniff enrichment time! There were also some fun toys provided. Some things of note: Like another comment mentioned, foxtails are unfortunately back in season but thankfully still a bit soft and green. It's also mosquito season, so make sure to bring mosquito repellent or wear longer clothing. I was also able to meet one of the owners briefly, and she was very lovely! Her garden is well kept, clean, and a fun safe place to play!
55Dogs absolutely adored all the plants and places to sniff.
55We haven’t been back to Miriam and Lily’s Sniffspot in a while, but it’s as wonderful as ever! We had a wonderful time, and I had to drag Dudley (our dog) out at the end 😆
55Beautiful, lush garden for my dogs to sniff and run around. Great family outing. Not our first time here and won't be our last. A fair amount of foxtails have sprung up since our last visit, but they were fairly green still. Thanks for offering your yard as a sniff spot!
55Beautiful, natural setting property!! Very Peaceful and plenty of shade!!
55really good place
55Great space for my dog to explore and play. We had a wonderful time there.
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Quiet garden sanctuary in the city.

Oakland, California
Fully Fenced
1 acre
4.9440 reviews
Top spot
Sniffpass
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Hosted by Lilly V.

Fencing

Enclosure

Fully Fenced

Fencing height (at lowest point)

4 ft

97% of guests said fencing at this spot was secure enough to contain their dogs

Gaps or holes in fence: No gaps

Fencing type(s): Wood - privacy, Chain link - privacy

Fencing details:

90 percent of our one acre land has 6 feet wooden fence. One part of one side of the fencing has 4 feet chain link fence. Part of our neighbor’s land is next to the chain link and this part of their property is not used by dogs or people: n...
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Designed for private play
Only the people and dogs in your booking are allowed in the spot during your visit.

Distractions seen/heard from the spot

Other dogsSometimes

Other domestic animalsSometimes

Other peopleNo

Private entryYes


Amenities

Dog drinking water

Chairs

Dog treats

Dog toys

Rain shelter / sun shade

Trash can


Pricing
$16 per dog per hour

50% off all dogs after the 1st dog

Sniffpass holders get discounts on all bookings at all spots by buying monthly credits!
This spot offers additional discounts.

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Location

Oakland, California

Description

A lot of vegetation and places to sit down, meditate, read a book, study, or have a picnic. Your pup will love to play in our one-acre garden. Picking fruit or vegetable etc. is off the limit. Drinking water for animals is provided in various containers throughout the property. Please do not turn on or use any water equipment on our property - we had some serious problems in the past because of this. Please clean up after your dog’s “business”, smile. That’s a mandatory request. Waste bags are provided in a plastic box with other dog’s supplies) and a BROWN garbage can is in the front of the house by the street for your convenience. Thank you! Woof woof! 🌸 Note: in the rainy season we might not change the water for dogs because it’s senseless, so please arrive always with your own supply of water and if it’s raining you might like to wear rain boots as well. Have fun!

Cleanliness

100% of guests said this spot was as clean as expected during their visit.

Hazards

We are not aware of any.

Extras

Hot Beverages$4

(Prices of beverages are for one person). If you give us heads up we’ll prepare for you any of the following: COFFEE (freshly ground organic coffee), BLACK TEA (Earl Gray, Darjeeling), HERBAl TEA (Chamomile, Rose Hip, Rooibos), CAFFÈ LATTE, HOT CHOCOLATE (the real stuff, not premixed powder) Honey, cream etc comes with all. We prepare it with love to make your visit in our sniff spot special. There are many places in our garden where you can comfortably sit and enjoy your beverages.


Extras

Hot Beverages$4

(Prices of beverages are for one person). If you give us heads up we’ll prepare for you any of the following: COFFEE (freshly ground organic coffee), BLACK TEA (Earl Gray, Darjeeling), HERBAl TEA (Chamomile, Rose Hip, Rooibos), CAFFÈ LATTE, HOT CHOCOLATE (the real stuff, not premixed powder) Honey, cream etc comes with all. We prepare it with love to make your visit in our sniff spot special. There are many places in our garden where you can comfortably sit and enjoy your beverages.

Host Rules

Minimum visit length
1.0 hour
Required advanced notice for visits
1 hour
Max dogs per booking
4
Is the host present?
I generally do not meet my guests
Additional rules

Please always check the sniffspot garden first before you enter it with your dog /dogs off leash. You need to be hundred percent confident that no dog or a person is present. Thank you!


Community safety rules
Dogs must be leashed when entering and exiting the spot.
Make sure the area is safe and secure before bringing your dog in.
Never enter a spot before your booking start time and never leave late.
Pick up after your dogs. Leave the spot as it was when you arrived.
Always review and abide by spot specific rules.
Unless otherwise stated, restrooms are not available on site.

Booking Policies

Booking Policies
Only one booking is allowed at a time at any spot and there is an enforced 30 min buffer between all bookings to ensure dogs in separate bookings do not meet.
This spot is set for Booking, which means you will be instantly confirmed for any booking you request. You will receive the address and access instruction immediately following booking.
Visits can be moved or cancelled up to 2 hours before a visit.
Visits can be extended and dogs can be added throughout the visit.

(440) Reviews

  • Sarah D., May 11, 2024

    My dogs loved this spot! Lots to sniff and explore. Bring bug spray or long sleeves bc there are some mosquitos in the shadier spots :)

    Host replied: 👍🏻❤️👍🏻

  • Jutika G., May 10, 2024

    We loved it. Big and clean yard for the pups to explore. Will be back!

  • Corey R., May 9, 2024

    Amazing spot, there are so many little areas to sit and different things to sniff! We will definitely be back

  • Allyson C., May 9, 2024

    Mina and I had a fun time at the garden! I did a perimeter walk with her to ensure that she understood the fencing boundaries, and I appreciated that the whole property was well fenced and had mesh nets for certain areas. We were able to hear the neighborhood dogs from farther away, but didn't encounter any visually or hear any next door. We loved running up and down the stairs, and doing some recall training after she was done with her sniff enrichment time! There were also some fun toys provided. Some things of note: Like another comment mentioned, foxtails are unfortunately back in season but thankfully still a bit soft and green. It's also mosquito season, so make sure to bring mosquito repellent or wear longer clothing. I was also able to meet one of the owners briefly, and she was very lovely! Her garden is well kept, clean, and a fun safe place to play!

    Host replied: ❤️ Allyson, the foxtail were removed last Sunday. We are surprised that there are few still fleft and glad to know as well. I will go around today and pick the few which are still there. The land is one full acre so it’s of course very possible to overlook some. Smile. Thank you for visiting. You are exceptional and sweet guest. ❤️

  • Hobart Z., May 7, 2024

    Dogs absolutely adored all the plants and places to sniff.

  • Nadia A., May 3, 2024

    We haven’t been back to Miriam and Lily’s Sniffspot in a while, but it’s as wonderful as ever! We had a wonderful time, and I had to drag Dudley (our dog) out at the end 😆

  • Eryn V., Apr 27, 2024

    Beautiful, lush garden for my dogs to sniff and run around. Great family outing. Not our first time here and won't be our last. A fair amount of foxtails have sprung up since our last visit, but they were fairly green still. Thanks for offering your yard as a sniff spot!

  • Becky D., Apr 27, 2024

    Beautiful, natural setting property!! Very Peaceful and plenty of shade!!

    Host replied: Thank you! I noticed after your visit also and we’ll take care of those!! 🤗❤️

  • Serena S., Apr 24, 2024

    really good place

    Host replied: Haha! I love the cake you made for your pup! Happy Bday! ❤️

  • Michele Z., Apr 22, 2024

    Great space for my dog to explore and play. We had a wonderful time there.

Meet your host

Lilly V.

Joined in May 2021

We are originally from Europe and we love life, dogs and all the fun connected with it.


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