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Sniffspot's private dog parks are the best way to exercise your dog. We have the best variety and the best priced dog parks anywhere!

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Rent a private dog park in Alabama

840 spots found

Sniffspot's private dog parks are the best way to exercise your dog. We have the best variety and the best priced dog parks anywhere!

Private dog park

5.00(1)

Jana's Fully Fenced Yard For Dogs To Rent In Huntsville

Fully Fenced
0.25 acres

Fertilizer-free

Pesticide-free

Small dog friendly

Water - hose

Chairs

Dog drinking water

Trash can

Dog bags

Children's toys

Electric outlet

Swing

Table

Bug spray

Sunscreen

Short grass

Jana was a great host providing a clean bowl with fresh water for my dogs t... more

4 credits dog / hour
Huntsville, AL
Jana's Fully Fenced Yard For Dogs To Rent In Huntsville | Sniffspot
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invoice
HuntsvilleAlabama
5.01
Sniffspotsupport@sniffspot.comUnited States
David AdamsFounder

Private dog park

Leah's Fully Fenced Yard For Dogs To Rent In Killen

Fully Fenced
0.17 acres

I have a nice fenced in yard. Toys if needed. Water, treats, dog pool for summer. Fire pit for colder evenings if interested. I do have a shepherd but he stays inside while im gone. So yard is available pretty much anytime. So a booking would be necessary. Las minute bookings are fine

5 credits dog / hour
Killen, AL
Leah's Fully Fenced Yard For Dogs To Rent In Killen | Sniffspot
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invoice
KillenAlabama
Sniffspotsupport@sniffspot.comUnited States
David AdamsFounder

Private dog park

5.00(1)

Leanne's 0.5 Acre Fully Fenced Private Dog Park In Montgomery

Fully Fenced
0.5 acres

This is a fully fenced in yard with a water hose, bath spot, and kiddie pool. Digging is welcomed!

Digging area

Dog toys

Dog treats

Pesticide-free

Small dog friendly

Water - hose

Water - kiddie pool

Dog drinking water

Chairs

Trash can

Dog bags

Rain shelter / sun shade

Table

Lit at night

Off street parking

Wifi

Electric outlet

Accessible

Bug spray

Field

Short grass

Flower garden

Mulch

Mud

We stopped while passing through town to give our two mini aussies some exe... more

10 credits dog / hour
Montgomery, AL
Leanne's 0.5 Acre Fully Fenced Private Dog Park In Montgomery | Sniffspot
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invoice
MontgomeryAlabama
5.01
Sniffspotsupport@sniffspot.comUnited States
David AdamsFounder
Top spot

Private dog park

5.00(13)

Cat Daddy Farms 1 Acre Fully Fenced Private Dog Park In Mount Olive

Fully Fenced
1 acre

The 1 acre fully fenced beautiful dog park is complete. There is also a 2.5 acre open field. The agility dog course is in great shape and more obstacles will be added in the future.

Agility equipment

Fertilizer-free

Lure course

Parkour obstacles

Pesticide-free

Small dog friendly

Chairs

Sign at entrance

Trash can

Dog drinking water

Dog bags

Hand sanitizer

Drinks for humans

Fire pit available for use

Lit at night

Off street parking

Rain shelter / sun shade

Snacks for humans

Field

Fruit picking

Flower garden

Mulch

Short grass

Trail

Wild animal sightings

Woods

The girls always have so much fun! We love the agility course too. 💚 more

10 credits dog / hour
Mount Olive, AL
Cat Daddy Farms 1 Acre Fully Fenced Private Dog Park In Mount Olive | Sniffspot
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invoice
Mount OliveAlabama
5.013
Sniffspotsupport@sniffspot.comUnited States
David AdamsFounder
Top spot

Private dog park

5.00(26)

The Dog Barn in Steele, Al

Fully Fenced
10 acres

Welcome to The Dog Barn. We have both fenced and unfenced areas for dogs to play. There is a pond you can access and a self serve dog wash if you fur child gets stinky. There are 60 acres of trails and hills you can climb, but that part of the property is unfenced. You can sit and swing under the trees of enjoy our barn and a cold drink while your puppy plays. For handicap guest, the barn and porches are level to ground but covered with small gravel. The walking deck has no railing and shallow steps. There is a handicap accessible restroom available on the property across from the dog yard accessed by code in an unfenced area.

Dog toys

Water - hose

Fertilizer-free

Dog towels provided

Dog first aid kit

Small dog friendly

Dog treats

Dog drinking water

Chairs

Trash can

Dog bags

Sign at entrance

Indoor restroom available

Rain shelter / sun shade

Table

Lit at night

Pooper scooper available

Off street parking

Swing

Drinks for humans

Electric outlet

Bug spray

Accessible

Outhouse available

Wifi

Lake or pond

Indoor play space

Field

Woods

Trail

Scenic view

Hill

Long grass

Pasture

Short grass

Farm animal sightings

Wild animal sightings

Mud

Mulch

Wood chips

Very nice space for the dogs to play! We enjoyed our time here. more

15 credits dog / hour
Steele, AL
The Dog Barn in Steele, Al | Sniffspot
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invoice
SteeleAlabama
5.026
Sniffspotsupport@sniffspot.comUnited States
David AdamsFounder
New

Private dog park

Owen's Fully Fenced Yard For Dogs To Rent In Montgomery

Fully Fenced
0.02 acres
4 credits dog / hour
Montgomery, AL
Owen's Fully Fenced Yard For Dogs To Rent In Montgomery | Sniffspot
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invoice
MontgomeryAlabama
Sniffspotsupport@sniffspot.comUnited States
David AdamsFounder
New

Private dog park

Tammy's 1 Acre Unfenced Private Dog Park In Foley

Unfenced
1 acre
4 credits dog / hour
Foley, AL
Tammy's 1 Acre Unfenced Private Dog Park In Foley | Sniffspot
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invoice
FoleyAlabama
Sniffspotsupport@sniffspot.comUnited States
David AdamsFounder

Private dog park

5.00(13)

Caitlyn's Sniffspot

Fully Fenced
0.02 acres

We have a fully fenced in yard that we would love to offer to your sweet babies. We will offer dog toys, small puppy pool, and access to drinking water.

Dog treats

Dog toys

Water - hose

Fertilizer-free

Pesticide-free

Water - kiddie pool

Dog drinking water

Chairs

Dog bags

Hand sanitizer

Sign at entrance

Trash can

Cameras

Pooper scooper available

Swing

Children's toys

Sand

Short grass

Turf

Absolutely loved our time there! more

5 credits dog / hour
Mobile, AL
Caitlyn's Sniffspot | Sniffspot
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invoice
MobileAlabama
5.013
Sniffspotsupport@sniffspot.comUnited States
David AdamsFounder

Private dog park

5.00(1)

Linda's 20 Acre Unfenced Private Dog Park In Lynn

Unfenced
20 acres

Fertilizer-free

Pesticide-free

Small dog friendly

Water - hose

Chairs

Dog bags

Dog drinking water

Sign at entrance

Trash can

Fire pit available for use

Off street parking

Rain shelter / sun shade

Table

Electric outlet

Field

Lake or pond

Long grass

Short grass

Trail

Woods

Great price and location! Lots and lots of land and plenty of room for your... more

4 credits dog / hour
Lynn, AL
Linda's 20 Acre Unfenced Private Dog Park In Lynn | Sniffspot
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invoice
LynnAlabama
5.01
Sniffspotsupport@sniffspot.comUnited States
David AdamsFounder

Private dog park

5.00(3)

Kayla's Private Dog Park In Harvest

Fully Fenced
0.5 acres

Fully fenced in yard. Neighbors have dogs on either side of the house.

Dog toys

Water - hose

Chairs

Trash can

Table

The spot was as described and Kayla is promptly communicative. more

10 credits dog / hour
Harvest, AL
Kayla's Private Dog Park In Harvest | Sniffspot
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invoice
HarvestAlabama
5.03
Sniffspotsupport@sniffspot.comUnited States
David AdamsFounder
Top spot

Private dog park

5.00(30)

Patrick's 30 Acre Unfenced Private Dog Park In Vincent

Unfenced
30 acres

30 acres of trails, woods, creeks, and a pond. Trails are color coded and trails maps available

Fertilizer-free

Pesticide-free

Small dog friendly

Bug spray

Fire pit available for use

Lake or pond

Hill

Field

River, stream or creek

Scenic view

Trail

Woods

It was our first visit with our newest addition. Fantastic as always, all 3... more

3 credits dog / hour
Vincent, AL
Patrick's 30 Acre Unfenced Private Dog Park In Vincent | Sniffspot
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invoice
VincentAlabama
5.030
Sniffspotsupport@sniffspot.comUnited States
David AdamsFounder

Private dog park

5.00(1)

Michelle's Fully Fenced Yard For Dogs To Rent In Jacksonville

Fully Fenced
0.11 acres

Fertilizer-free

Pesticide-free

Dog drinking water

Chairs

Trash can

Electric outlet

Zhara had a fantastic time! We’ve never had a fenced in yard so letting her... more

8 credits dog / hour
Jacksonville, AL
Michelle's Fully Fenced Yard For Dogs To Rent In Jacksonville | Sniffspot
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invoice
JacksonvilleAlabama
5.01
Sniffspotsupport@sniffspot.comUnited States
David AdamsFounder

Private dog park

5.00(1)

Angel's 4 Acre Unfenced Private Dog Park In Tuscumbia

Unfenced
4 acres

There is 4 acres not fence. There are small kid pools that I put out there with fresh water for play in. I do provide water bottles with fresh water for drinking as well. There is a bucket out there for pickup and disposal.

Fertilizer-free

Pesticide-free

Small dog friendly

Water - kiddie pool

Chairs

Trash can

Fire pit available for use

Drinks for humans

Accessible

Field

Thank you Ms. Angel for sharing your very clean, fresh cut grass, safe unfe... more

8 credits dog / hour
Tuscumbia, AL
Angel's 4 Acre Unfenced Private Dog Park In Tuscumbia | Sniffspot
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invoice
TuscumbiaAlabama
5.01
Sniffspotsupport@sniffspot.comUnited States
David AdamsFounder

Private dog park

5.00(9)

Loretta's 40 Acre Partially Fenced Private Dog Park In Trafford

Partially Fenced
40 acres

Very secluded spot with no other animals present all dogs will be kept in the house or in a pen feels and walking trails in the woods

Digging area

Fertilizer-free

Pesticide-free

Small dog friendly

Water - hose

Water - kiddie pool

Chairs

Dog drinking water

Hand sanitizer

Sign at entrance

Trash can

Indoor restroom available

Table

Lit at night

Pooper scooper available

Off street parking

Swing

Hammocks

Fire pit available for use

Drinks for humans

Electric outlet

Accessible

Rain shelter / sun shade

Lake or pond

River, stream or creek

Field

Woods

Trail

Scenic view

Fruit picking

Long grass

Pasture

Short grass

Farm animal sightings

Wild animal sightings

Flower garden

Mulch

Great property, the dogs really enjoyed running, playing and sniffing aroun... more

10 credits dog / hour
Trafford, AL
Loretta's 40 Acre Partially Fenced Private Dog Park In Trafford | Sniffspot
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invoice
TraffordAlabama
5.09
Sniffspotsupport@sniffspot.comUnited States
David AdamsFounder

Public dog park

Railroad Park Bioswale

Unfenced
19 acres

Railroad Park Bioswale in Birmingham, Alabama is an unfenced dog park with a trail for dogs to explore. The park is located at Birmingham, AL 35203 and can be found on the website railroadpark.org. For more information, email info@railroadpark.com.

Trail

No fee info
Birmingham, AL
Railroad Park Bioswale | Sniffspot
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invoice
BirminghamAlabama
Sniffspotsupport@sniffspot.comUnited States
David AdamsFounder

Public dog park

Tuscaloosa County Park

Unfenced

Tuscaloosa County Park is an unfenced dog park located at 401 Old Colony Rd in Tuscaloosa, Alabama. The park features a spacious field for dogs to run and play. The park is open from 7 AM to 9 PM, seven days a week. For more information, visit tcpara.org or contact them at 205-562-3201 or via email at webtrac@tcpara.org.

Park hours: 7 AM–9 PM 7 days per Week

Field

No fee info
Tuscaloosa, AL
Tuscaloosa County Park | Sniffspot
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invoice
TuscaloosaAlabama
Sniffspotsupport@sniffspot.comUnited States
David AdamsFounder

Public dog park

Thankful Community Park

Thankful Community Park in Anniston, Alabama is a dog-friendly park located at 3168-3210 W 14th St. It features agility equipment for dogs to play and exercise, as well as a table for owners to relax. The park is open from 6 AM to 8:30 PM seven days a week, and can be contacted at 256-525-5316. Visit this park for a fun and healthy outing with your furry friend!

Park hours: 6 AM–8:30 PM 7 days per Week

Agility equipment

Table

No fee info
Anniston, AL
Thankful Community Park | Sniffspot
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invoice
AnnistonAlabama
Sniffspotsupport@sniffspot.comUnited States
David AdamsFounder

Public dog park

Indian Creek Greenway

Indian Creek Greenway is a dog park located at 336 Harvestwood Ct, Madison, Alabama, United States. The park features a river, stream or creek for dogs to cool off in, as well as a trail for walking and running. The park is open from 6 AM to 8 PM 7 days per week. For more information, visit huntsville.org or contact Contact@HuntsvilleAL.gov via email.

Park hours: 6 AM–8 PM 7 days per Week

River, stream or creek

Trail

No fee info
Madison, AL
Indian Creek Greenway | Sniffspot
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invoice
MadisonAlabama
Sniffspotsupport@sniffspot.comUnited States
David AdamsFounder

Public dog park

Laun Park

4.6 acres

Laun Park in Mobile, Alabama is a popular dog park located at 2563-3243 Windmill Dr. This spacious park offers a variety of amenities for dogs to enjoy, such as open spaces for running and playing. The park is open from 5 AM to 5 PM seven days a week, providing ample time for pet owners to bring their furry friends for some exercise and socialization. For more information or to contact the park, the phone number is 251-208-1600.

Park hours: 5 AM–5 PM 7 days per Week

No fee info
Mobile, AL
Laun Park | Sniffspot
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invoice
MobileAlabama
Sniffspotsupport@sniffspot.comUnited States
David AdamsFounder

Public dog park

Morning View Park

Morning View Park is a dog park located at 213 Cordova Dr in Dothan, Alabama. The park offers agility equipment and a spacious field for dogs to run and play. It is a great location for pet owners to socialize their furry friends and provide exercise in a safe and fenced environment.

Agility equipment

Field

No fee info
Dothan, AL
Morning View Park | Sniffspot
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invoice
DothanAlabama
Sniffspotsupport@sniffspot.comUnited States
David AdamsFounder

Public dog park

Richardson Park / Day lake (Reverend Joseph Day)

Richardson Park, also known as Day Lake in honor of Reverend Joseph Day, is located at 2121 Lake Dr in Mobile, Alabama. The park offers a swimming pool, lake or pond, and a trail for visitors to enjoy. Richardson Park is open 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, making it a convenient destination for dog owners looking to exercise their furry friends. For more information, visitors can visit the park's website at cityofmobile.org or contact them directly at 251-208-1600 or by email at james.roberts@cityofmobile.org.

Park hours: Open 24 hours 7 days per Week

Swimming pool

Lake or pond

Trail

No fee info
Mobile, AL
Richardson Park / Day lake (Reverend Joseph Day) | Sniffspot
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invoice
MobileAlabama
Sniffspotsupport@sniffspot.comUnited States
David AdamsFounder

Public dog park

Annette N. Shelby Park

3.1 acres

Annette N. Shelby Park located in Tuscaloosa, Alabama offers a dog park with extensive amenities for furry friends. The park is open from 8 AM to 9 PM, seven days a week, providing ample time for dog owners to bring their pets for exercise and socialization. For more information, visitors can visit the website liveplaytuscaloosa.com or contact the park at 205-248-5311 or events@tuscaloosa.com.

Park hours: 8 AM–9 PM 7 days per Week

No fee info
Tuscaloosa, AL
Annette N. Shelby Park | Sniffspot
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invoice
TuscaloosaAlabama
Sniffspotsupport@sniffspot.comUnited States
David AdamsFounder

Public dog park

Wellborn Park

Fully Fenced

Wellborn Park in Anniston, Alabama is a fully fenced dog park located at 3888 Eulaton Rd. The park offers a spacious field and a trail for dogs to play and exercise. Wellborn Park is open 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, making it a convenient option for dog owners looking to bring their pets for some outdoor fun and socializing.

Park hours: Open 24 hours 7 days per Week

Field

Trail

No fee info
Anniston, AL
Wellborn Park | Sniffspot
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invoice
AnnistonAlabama
Sniffspotsupport@sniffspot.comUnited States
David AdamsFounder

Public dog park

Dog Park at Love's Travel Stops

The dog park at Love's Travel Stops in Moody, Alabama offers a convenient location for travelers to stop with their furry friends. Open 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, this park provides a safe and welcoming space for dogs to play and stretch their legs. The park is located at 2625 Kelly Creek Rd and can be reached at 205-699-2977 for more information. Visit loves.com for additional details.

Park hours: Open 24 hours 7 days per Week

No fee info
Moody, AL
Dog Park at Love's Travel Stops | Sniffspot
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invoice
MoodyAlabama
Sniffspotsupport@sniffspot.comUnited States
David AdamsFounder

Public dog park

Dog Park at Public Safety Memorial Park

Fully Fenced

The Dog Park at Public Safety Memorial Park in Mobile, Alabama is fully fenced and follows strict rules for park use. The rules include no alcohol, no commercial activities, no unleashed dogs, and no loud music. Large groups must provide their own police protection, and all food handling must follow health department regulations. Amenities at the park include areas for small dogs and drinking water for dogs. The park does not allow overnight camping, fishing in certain areas, or swimming near boat launches. For more information, visit their website at https://www.cityofmobile.org/parks-rec/public-safety-memorial-park/ or contact them at (251) 208-1650 or mprd@cityofmobile.org.

Small dog friendly

Dog drinking water

No fee info
Mobile, AL
Dog Park at Public Safety Memorial Park | Sniffspot
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invoice
MobileAlabama
Sniffspotsupport@sniffspot.comUnited States
David AdamsFounder

Public dog park

Braughton Park

Braughton Park in Fosters, Alabama is a popular dog park located at 13166 US-11. The park is open every day from 7 AM to 10 PM and offers a variety of amenities for dogs and their owners. For more information, visitors can check out the website at tcpara.org or contact the park directly at 205-562-3210 or webtrac@tcpara.org.

Park hours: 7 AM–10 PM 7 days per Week

No fee info
Fosters, AL
Braughton Park | Sniffspot
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invoice
FostersAlabama
Sniffspotsupport@sniffspot.comUnited States
David AdamsFounder

Public dog park

Coldwater Mountain Bike Trail Head

Located in Anniston, Alabama, the Coldwater Mountain Bike Trail Head is a dog-friendly park with amenities such as a dog drinking water station, tables, and an indoor restroom. The park offers a trail for walking or biking and is open every day from 4:30 AM to 8:30 PM. For more information, you can contact the park at 256-236-3422.

Park hours: 4:30 AM–8:30 PM 7 days per Week

Dog drinking water

Table

Indoor restroom available

Trail

No fee info
Anniston, AL
Coldwater Mountain Bike Trail Head | Sniffspot
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invoice
AnnistonAlabama
Sniffspotsupport@sniffspot.comUnited States
David AdamsFounder

Public dog park

Green Springs Dog Park

Unfenced
2.6 acres

Green Springs Dog Park in Birmingham, Alabama is an unfenced dog park located at the address 35205. The park is open 6 AM to 7 PM, 7 days a week. Visitors can find more information on the park's amenities on the website bhampets.com or contact matthew@jbmcmedia.com for inquiries.

Park hours: 6 AM–7 PM 7 days per Week

No fee info
Birmingham, AL
Green Springs Dog Park | Sniffspot
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invoice
BirminghamAlabama
Sniffspotsupport@sniffspot.comUnited States
David AdamsFounder

Public dog park

Creekwood Park Dog Spot

Creekwood Park Dog Spot in Madison, Alabama is a pet-friendly park with rules including keeping pets on a leash and cleaning up after them. Some amenities include a small dog area and a lake or pond. The park is open from one hour before sunrise to one hour after sunset. However, certain activities like golfing, camping, and swimming are prohibited. Trash must be disposed of properly and alcohol is not allowed without a permit. Visitors must report any damage or abuse to the Parks and Recreation Department. For more information, visit their website or contact them at (256) 564-8026 or james.gossett@HuntsvilleAL.gov.

Park hours: Monday – Friday, 8 a.m. – 5 p.m.

Small dog friendly

Lake or pond

No fee info
Madison, AL
Creekwood Park Dog Spot | Sniffspot
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invoice
MadisonAlabama
Sniffspotsupport@sniffspot.comUnited States
David AdamsFounder

Public dog park

City of Gulf Shores Dog Park

Fully Fenced

The City of Gulf Shores Dog Park, located at 308 Clubhouse Dr in Alabama, is a fully-fenced enclosure with strict rules and regulations in place for the safety of all dogs and owners. Owners are responsible for cleaning up waste, controlling their dogs, and following leash rules. The park is open every day from sunrise to sunset and offers amenities such as small dog areas and drinking water. Users must comply with all regulations at their own risk and assume liability. For more information, visit their website or contact them at (251) 968-2425 or communications@gulfshoresal.gov.

Park hours: The Dog Park is open seven days a week from sunrise to sunset.

Small dog friendly

Dog drinking water

No fee info
Gulf Shores, AL
City of Gulf Shores Dog Park | Sniffspot
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invoice
Gulf ShoresAlabama
Sniffspotsupport@sniffspot.comUnited States
David AdamsFounder

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Why rent a private dog park in Alabama, Alabama?

FeaturesSniffspotPublic park
Designed for private play
Rentable by the hour
Off leash options
Very large and/or fully fenced options
Pricing$5 - $15 per dog per hourFree

How do Alabama's private dog parks 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

Become a Sniffpass holder!

Get discounts on all bookings at all spots by buying monthly or annual credits!
Learn more!

Nearby states to rent a private dog park

Frequently asked questions about Alabama dog park

What inspired Sniffspot to offer a network of private dog parks?

Sniffspot's founder, David Adams, lives with a leash reactive dog and a dog selective dog. Back in 2016, he and his wife Rebecca were struggling to meet their pup Toshii's basic needs in a city environment as there was nowhere safe to let their guards down. In passing, Rebecca texted that she wished “there was an app to find places to let him off leash” — and the rest, as they say, is history.

David is heavily involved in the day-to-day operations of Sniffspot. His personal experiences have made him passionate about giving all dogs the opportunity to sniff, run, and play without fear! As long as we share a place on Earth, Sniffspot believes that dogs have an inherent right to live a fulfilling, joyful, and rewarding life just like we do.

What kind of dogs benefit from private dog parks?

The short answer: All dogs!

Because they're private spaces without the chaos of many public city parks, Sniffspots are especially well suited to dogs who are nervous, in training, or working through reactivity. But every pet can benefit from time with just their owners in an environment all to themselves.

Here are a few things guests commonly use Sniffspots for:

  • Working on training skills, like recall, in an environment with moderate distractions (a good middle step between your own home and busier areas out in public)
  • Having playdates with one or two trusted dogs, either just for fun or to help build healthy social skills
  • Being able to run around in a securely fenced space especially if owners don't have a yard of their own
  • Safely exposing dogs to new environments, which is a key part of proper socialization — many Sniffspots offer varying terrain like water features plus a range of objects like agility equipment that can help your pup get comfortable in more situations
  • Changing up regular walking and play routines to provide more variety and fulfillment — taking the same route or playing in the same park every day in a row can get boring for our pets!
Aren't public dog parks good for dogs?

It's important for most modern dogs to have off leash exercise where they're able to engage in natural behaviors like sniffing and running. Since letting dogs off leash in city parks can be dangerous for the surrounding community and wildlife — not to mention can lead to issues with animal control or park authority departments — public dog parks are a legal way to let dogs have off leash exercise.

Unfortunately, the free and open nature of public dog parks has drawbacks. There might be unsocialized dogs displaying aggressive behavior, sick pets leading to disease transmission, or left-behind waste and other sanitation issues (since any given public dog park facility may not be cleaned regularly). All this aside, other dog owners are often inattentive of their dogs — particularly in popular parks specifically designed for pets to run off leash. Some people think of these areas like babysitters for their dogs and don't stay engaged in their pets' behavior.

For these reasons, many dog behaviorists discourage visiting public dog parks and recommend Sniffspot's private dog parks instead. Sniffspot private dog parks only allow one guest to book at a time. They are not open to the public — a reservation is required ahead of time, with both guests and hosts agreeing to certain protocols to ensure there aren't any unexpected surprises in the space — which solves many of these issues.

How do I know if a private Sniffspot dog park works for my dog?

Dogs enjoy Sniffspot dog parks for all kinds of different reasons — spanning from physical exercise to behavior modification training to agility or other dog sports practice and more. Whatever your primary goals, there is a Sniffspot dog park for you!

There are many different types of private dog parks available. Sniffspot hosts offer locations like designated training yards; expansive fields; large, fully-fenced off-leash dog parks; indoor facilities with lights and other amenities; dog sports courses complete with agility equipment; pools and natural water features; and more. Some even have niche amenities, such as a park splash pad and dog-friendly potable water fountains.

You can filter Sniffspot dog parks by size, fencing, and distractions that might be present via our dog park locator. If your dog doesn't have a good recall, you can visit one of our fully fenced dog parks. If your dog is reactive to other dogs, you can visit one of our off-leash areas where there are no dogs audible or visible nearby. You can also filter locations to avoid other domestic animals and people! Each listing includes the park hours of operation — and by reading reviews you can understand the status of condition, for example, if a section of the fence is in poor condition or there are any park maintenance issues.

How does Sniffspot ensure their private dog parks are safe?

While public dog parks have a number of safety issues, such as aggressive dogs, disease transmission, and general cleanliness (often as much an issue with the person in charge as with their dog) Sniffspot dog parks are much safer environments to let your dog express their natural behaviors.

All Sniffspot bookings are private with a time buffer in between

With Sniffspot, all bookings are private — the only park users at a given time are the dog owners who signed up and dogs they bring with them in their own group. Any host dogs are required to be kept away from the spot during visits.

We also enforce buffers between bookings to ensure you aren't arriving or leaving at the same time another park user is present.

Sniffspot requires visiting dogs to have vaccinations

We require all dogs to be vaccinated or have equivalent titers.

Sniffspot listings are vetted and reviewed by guests like you

Perhaps most helpful to know exactly what you're getting into: Sniffspot dog park locations are vetted and reviewed by guests, so you can find the perfect place for you and your dog — whether they have behavioral struggles, special needs, or any other specific considerations. 93% of reviews on Sniffspot visits are 5 stars and many spots have been reviewed hundreds of times.

Hosts are able to inventory their dog parks firsthand

Hosts are in charge of keeping their park areas clean, and many go out of their way to provide visitors with exceptional experiences. Because each host can control the number of guests that visit in a given time period, they're able to maintain their spaces better than many public parks departments can. It's a win-win for everyone in the community!

How do I sign up to use Sniffspot?

The Sniffspot app makes it super easy to book time at private dog parks near you. You can create a completely free account by clicking this link! We're constantly updating our iOS and Android app experiences along with our website to provide a seamless user experience.

How can I find Sniffspot dog parks near me?

You can browse all of our Sniffspots here using our dog park locator. You can easily view information about the spots, including open times, park entrance details, and current conditions.

How much do Sniffspot dog parks cost?

Each host sets their own price, so you can check the cost per hour on the specific Sniffspot dog park listing. Most are between $5 - $15 per dog per hour.

Prices vary based on size, fencing and amenities, such as water or drinking fountains for dogs, park benches, WiFi accessibility, and so on.

What are the requirements to bring my dog to a Sniffspot dog park?

Vaccinations are required

We require that all dogs have basic vaccinations or equivalent titers. We require rabies vaccination, the equivalent of current rabies tags.

Dogs should not display aggressive behavior

We do not allow dogs with a bite history.

There are sometimes limits on number of dogs per booking

We do not have limits for dogs per owner or dogs per adult handler, though some individual park hosts set person per visit limits.

Supervision is always required

Adult supervision is required at all times.

Clean up after your pets

Dog owners are responsible for picking up pet waste to keep park areas clean (many Sniffspot private dog parks provide pet waste stations).

You must sign a waiver and agree to our policies

We require that guests sign our waiver and agree to follow park rules and policies before visiting park sites.

How can I offer my land as a private dog park?

You can learn more about how you can earn up to $3,000 per month sharing your land here. It is just as lucrative as dog boarding or other dog services — with less work for you! Park planning can be as simple as opening up your existing yard.

About Sniffspot

Sniffspot provides the best experiences and fun for you and your dog. Our dog parks are designed for the ultimate dog exercise. Our private spaces help you minimize distractions or triggers and maximize time with your dog. We provide off leash enrichment - exploration and activities you can't get anywhere else; wear your dog out for days. We make it easy to have playdates. Socialize your pup in a controlled, private spot - it's great exercise and it's fun for you and your dog.