55The best spot ever! Quiet, clean, easy to find, easy to access and best of all, my dog loves it!!! Definitely our "go to" place to exercise our GSD. Stephen J.
Stephen J.
August 2021
The best spot ever! Quiet, clean, easy to find, easy to access and best of all, my dog loves it!!! Definitely our "go to" place to exercise our GSD.
55By far the finest SniffSpot I’ve visited yet! Open, safe, clean, well appointed with all you’d need for any weather.
We were greeted kindly by the owner early in the morning. Watched the sunrise here ( perfect view!).
Hank was so fascinated by all the smells!
We’ll return soon!!Lisa W.
Lisa W.
September 2022
By far the finest SniffSpot I’ve visited yet! Open, safe, clean, well appointed with all you’d need for any weather.
We were greeted kindly by the owner early in the morning. Watched the sunrise here ( perfect view!).
Hank was so fascinated by all the smells!
We’ll return soon!!
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55This was a fantastic spot to play fetch with the Chuck it, and practice, using the long line as well as a recall! We look forward to being regulars here!Dylan R.
Dylan R.
March 2024
This was a fantastic spot to play fetch with the Chuck it, and practice, using the long line as well as a recall! We look forward to being regulars here!
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55This spot is wonderful. It's a large yard, plenty of room for running. The yard was impeccably clean. We had a great time and will be back soon. Kathleen M.
Kathleen M.
February 2024
This spot is wonderful. It's a large yard, plenty of room for running. The yard was impeccably clean. We had a great time and will be back soon.
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55The location is really ideal, easy to get to and situated away from busy streets. The area is very clean; toys and water are also provided! My dogs have the best time!Skye T.
Skye T.
February 2024
The location is really ideal, easy to get to and situated away from busy streets. The area is very clean; toys and water are also provided! My dogs have the best time!
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55I had an enjoyable time at this sniff spot. It was clean, nicely fenced and there were no concerning issues. The gate functions easily and parking is easy. Leslie M.
Leslie M.
February 2024
I had an enjoyable time at this sniff spot. It was clean, nicely fenced and there were no concerning issues. The gate functions easily and parking is easy.
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55Beautiful, huge yard! My dog loved exploring and sniffing the various areas, corners, hills, and trees. There were even some toys provided for fetch! Tiana R.
Tiana R.
February 2024
Beautiful, huge yard! My dog loved exploring and sniffing the various areas, corners, hills, and trees. There were even some toys provided for fetch!
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55We always have a wonderful time at this sniffspot, and appreciate the great communication from the host, use of the hose since it can be quite muddy this time of year, and we love the quiet, safe & secure space <3 Kristie K.
Kristie K.
February 2024
We always have a wonderful time at this sniffspot, and appreciate the great communication from the host, use of the hose since it can be quite muddy this time of year, and we love the quiet, safe & secure space <3
55Wasn’t as muddy as I thought it would be compared to prior visits. I did pick up random poops I came across, more than our last visit, but also the spot seems like it’s been much more popular. Has big open space if you want to run around and wooded trails in “The Woods,” all very secure with chain linked fencing makes for the best security. I never worry when we are here. Our favorite type of spot, natural forest feel. LEEANN Y.
LEEANN Y.
February 2024
Wasn’t as muddy as I thought it would be compared to prior visits. I did pick up random poops I came across, more than our last visit, but also the spot seems like it’s been much more popular. Has big open space if you want to run around and wooded trails in “The Woods,” all very secure with chain linked fencing makes for the best security. I never worry when we are here. Our favorite type of spot, natural forest feel.
55my dogs loved to sniff around the trees and explore. they were thoroughly tired after running around in the large space. water is accessible for the dogs to drink and to hose them off. there is a covered area to sit in if you want. Samantha B.
Samantha B.
February 2024
my dogs loved to sniff around the trees and explore. they were thoroughly tired after running around in the large space. water is accessible for the dogs to drink and to hose them off. there is a covered area to sit in if you want.
55Fantastic Sniffspot, we will definitely be back! Highly recommend waterproof shoes, lots of fun puddles for pups to run through! We did the Woods and think it's well worth the extra add on to expand the space to run and romp. We did a nice balance of ball throwing in the main section and walking and playing hide and seek in the Woods. Paige L.
Paige L.
January 2024
Fantastic Sniffspot, we will definitely be back! Highly recommend waterproof shoes, lots of fun puddles for pups to run through! We did the Woods and think it's well worth the extra add on to expand the space to run and romp. We did a nice balance of ball throwing in the main section and walking and playing hide and seek in the Woods.
55This is definitely the most fun SniffSpot in the area! The main area is great but The Woods extra, with all the extra space and trails, is certainly worth it. We went on a rainy winter day but it was still very fun for the pups!Logan R.
Logan R.
January 2024
This is definitely the most fun SniffSpot in the area! The main area is great but The Woods extra, with all the extra space and trails, is certainly worth it. We went on a rainy winter day but it was still very fun for the pups!
55This was a great property, our dogs had a blast both big and small. The host had some of the best communication. With the ice and cold weather she gave us great notes about the property.
We will be back and check out the wooded extra area. Thank you!Shauna L.
Shauna L.
January 2024
This was a great property, our dogs had a blast both big and small. The host had some of the best communication. With the ice and cold weather she gave us great notes about the property.
We will be back and check out the wooded extra area. Thank you!
55My pups loved it here! They ran so much I only have videos of them, and no pictures. It was muddy, but is there anywhere in WA that isn't muddy right now? We'll be back for more play time! <3Alexis C.
Alexis C.
January 2024
My pups loved it here! They ran so much I only have videos of them, and no pictures. It was muddy, but is there anywhere in WA that isn't muddy right now? We'll be back for more play time! <3
How do South Bend's private dog fields work?
Private rentals by the hour
Our hosts are locals that are renting their yards and private land to dog owners
Trust and safety first
Spots are designed for safety and both hosts and guests are reviewed after each visit
Designed for private play
Only the people and dogs in your booking are allowed in the spot during your visit
Reactive dogs welcome
Many of the spots we list are designed with sensitive dogs in mind
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FAQ about our South Bend dog fields
Are dog fields safe?
If you are looking for an adventure, but also looking for safety, Sniffspot dog fields are a great option. While public dog parks have a number of safety issues, such as aggressive dogs, distracted dog owners, disease transmission and general cleanliness, Sniffspot dog parks are much safer than public dog parks. With Sniffspot all bookings are private space for just you and doggy friends you bring with you and we require all dogs to be vaccinated (or have equivalent titers). Especially for training, privacy is ideal. Contrary to public dog parks, all Sniffspot locations are vetted and reviewed by guests so you can find the perfect place for you and your dog for off leash exercise or outdoor training. 93% of reviews on Sniffspot visits are 5 stars, while public dog parks often do not even have verified reviews. All payment is done securely online by credit card in a few simple clicks.
All park rental information is available online. Start by filtering parks by fencing, size and distractions, to find a private spot that works for your dog. If your dog has poor recall, you can visit one of our secure fields. If your dog is reactive to other dogs, you can visit one of our dog fields where there are no dogs audible or visible nearby. You can review the details of the listing to make sure it works as your desired activity space, for example, safe dog exercise, dog training, a stress-free adventure with your furry friend or even a puppy event. You can even check the park amenities chart for amenities such as indoor training facilities, agility field, synthetic turf, exercise balls or field parking availability in advance. If inclement weather is an issue or poor field conditions, you can reschedule your visit up to 2 hours in advance.
What are the requirements to bring my dog to a Sniffspot dog field?
We require that all four-legged friends have basic vaccinations or equivalent titers. We do not allow dogs with a bite history. We require that guests sign our waiver and agree to follow our safety rules. Make sure to check host rules before visiting to ensure, for instance, that you are following allowable sports activities rules and any special events rules.
Will there be other dogs at the Sniffspot field at the same time as me?
No. Facility rentals are for private play time and any host dogs are required to be kept away from the area during visits, so this is perfect for a private adventure for you and your doggie friends, and perhaps a human friend. Hosts understand that many guests have dogs in training and are nervous owners. So when you book a Sniffspot dog field you have the entire private spot to yourself. We also enforce 30 min time buffers between time slots so you will not run into other guest dogs or a previous person when coming or leaving in the field parking area. Some hosts may have multiple fields, but there is always a buffer between fields.