55I come here with my two dogs pretty much once a week! We are so comfortable here and my dogs love exploring all the smells, we do laps around the trails. I love how much care Daniel puts into the space. The new water features are an amazing and perfect cherry on top of an already incredible spot. Thank you so much for sharing this with us!Kelsey H.
Kelsey H.
September 2023
I come here with my two dogs pretty much once a week! We are so comfortable here and my dogs love exploring all the smells, we do laps around the trails. I love how much care Daniel puts into the space. The new water features are an amazing and perfect cherry on top of an already incredible spot. Thank you so much for sharing this with us!
55We had a great time! A lot of space for Chef to run and explore. He wasn't too sure about the goats, but there was plenty else for him to enjoy. The seasonal decor was lovely and it was definitely worth the trip over!Beth L.
Beth L.
September 2023
We had a great time! A lot of space for Chef to run and explore. He wasn't too sure about the goats, but there was plenty else for him to enjoy. The seasonal decor was lovely and it was definitely worth the trip over!
55We always love to visit the Duggan Ranch! Our boys love to run around the big open space and are actually pleasantly intrigued by the goats. I highly recommend this spot! Reo F.
Reo F.
October 2023
We always love to visit the Duggan Ranch! Our boys love to run around the big open space and are actually pleasantly intrigued by the goats. I highly recommend this spot!
55We had a wonderful time at this Snif Spot!  Everything is very thoughtfully planned snd it’s a lovely property.  We loved seeing the goats!  And my dog reactive pup had a perfect hour of carefree swimming and frisbee and trail sniffing. The fall colors in the nearby regional park was just a bonus! We will definitely be back very soon. The Porta potty was super appreciated and clean! The only people we saw were about 50-75 feet away in the woods trimming some trees at a nearby property, but we could hardly see them.  My dog is very sensitive/reactive and had no issues. Leah B.
Leah B.
September 2023
We had a wonderful time at this Snif Spot!  Everything is very thoughtfully planned snd it’s a lovely property.  We loved seeing the goats!  And my dog reactive pup had a perfect hour of carefree swimming and frisbee and trail sniffing. The fall colors in the nearby regional park was just a bonus! We will definitely be back very soon. The Porta potty was super appreciated and clean! The only people we saw were about 50-75 feet away in the woods trimming some trees at a nearby property, but we could hardly see them.  My dog is very sensitive/reactive and had no issues.
55I think this has become our new favorite spot!!! It had everything and our dog, Gus loved it!!! Gus loves the woods and exploring new places. The Duggan farm has it all!! Gus was able to explore the woods, meet some goats, and have fun!!! I would definitely come back here!Ali B.
Ali B.
October 2023
I think this has become our new favorite spot!!! It had everything and our dog, Gus loved it!!! Gus loves the woods and exploring new places. The Duggan farm has it all!! Gus was able to explore the woods, meet some goats, and have fun!!! I would definitely come back here!
55Cozzy had a great time and so did my wife and I. Lots of variety for him and places to explore. And of course the goats!
This was our first sniff spot and wow how cool was this. Great amenities that I never would have thought of as well, like towels for after splash pad play, tennis balls galore, treats, and water for both dogs and humans. Not to mention hammocks for us. Great evening for everyone!!Michael T.
Michael T.
October 2023
Cozzy had a great time and so did my wife and I. Lots of variety for him and places to explore. And of course the goats!
This was our first sniff spot and wow how cool was this. Great amenities that I never would have thought of as well, like towels for after splash pad play, tennis balls galore, treats, and water for both dogs and humans. Not to mention hammocks for us. Great evening for everyone!!
55Everything about this Sniffspot was absolutely great! All the instructions were clear and the space had all the things to make it a comfortable experience for you and your dog. My pups had the best time smelling the goats and running around the property. We’ll definitely be back!Stephania V.
Stephania V.
October 2023
Everything about this Sniffspot was absolutely great! All the instructions were clear and the space had all the things to make it a comfortable experience for you and your dog. My pups had the best time smelling the goats and running around the property. We’ll definitely be back!
55It was our first time using SniffSpot and we loved it! My dog had a fun time exploring the area. We played fetch and he loved the goats! I’m excited to go back and bring my other dog too. 😊Ali C.
Ali C.
October 2023
It was our first time using SniffSpot and we loved it! My dog had a fun time exploring the area. We played fetch and he loved the goats! I’m excited to go back and bring my other dog too. 😊
55What a wonderful safe space!!!! Really this place is amazing!!! Thank you for everything that you do to keep this place going! We will be back!!!Claudia C.
Claudia C.
October 2023
What a wonderful safe space!!!! Really this place is amazing!!! Thank you for everything that you do to keep this place going! We will be back!!!
55I have been to sniffspots in 4 states and this is, hands down, the nicest amenities and most thought into the guest (dog and human) experience! Highly recommend!!! (My dog looks disgruntled in the pic only because I'm holding a treat that she's focus on :))Jennifer K.
Jennifer K.
October 2023
I have been to sniffspots in 4 states and this is, hands down, the nicest amenities and most thought into the guest (dog and human) experience! Highly recommend!!! (My dog looks disgruntled in the pic only because I'm holding a treat that she's focus on :))
55This is a wonderful place to bring your pup. The host is very thoughtful and provides toys, water, treats, and a wash area with towels. There was plenty of area for the dogs to run and sniff. The goats were fun to feed and calm around the dogs. Carianne E.
Carianne E.
October 2023
This is a wonderful place to bring your pup. The host is very thoughtful and provides toys, water, treats, and a wash area with towels. There was plenty of area for the dogs to run and sniff. The goats were fun to feed and calm around the dogs.
55It was a great spot! My dog loved it and eventually enjoyed the goats! Everything that we needed was there and the signs everywhere were very helpful!Ami Jo A.
Ami Jo A.
October 2023
It was a great spot! My dog loved it and eventually enjoyed the goats! Everything that we needed was there and the signs everywhere were very helpful!
55A perfect spot for my large dog!! There’s so much space to run around and the fence was very secure for him. The goats are a fun bonus! There are lots of toys, water, and snacks for the pups. Lots of places for people to sit down too. Will definitely be going back!Erica K.
Erica K.
October 2023
A perfect spot for my large dog!! There’s so much space to run around and the fence was very secure for him. The goats are a fun bonus! There are lots of toys, water, and snacks for the pups. Lots of places for people to sit down too. Will definitely be going back!
55This spot was amazing! The kids had so much fun feeding and brushing the goats. Toys, treats, beverages, towels, wipes, etc .. everything you could needStacy k.
Stacy k.
October 2023
This spot was amazing! The kids had so much fun feeding and brushing the goats. Toys, treats, beverages, towels, wipes, etc .. everything you could need
55This place was amazing! My dog Kaiser and his friend Lu the Husky had a blast meeting goats for the first time and running around on the trail. Will definitely go back.Candice S.
Candice S.
October 2023
This place was amazing! My dog Kaiser and his friend Lu the Husky had a blast meeting goats for the first time and running around on the trail. Will definitely go back.
55This was our first visit to any Sniffspot and we will be back. They had prominently displayed the logo signs and arrows along the driveway showing us where to park. All of the information was clearly marked and exactly what had been described on the Sniffspot website. The fence was secure and our dogs loved running up and down the hills in the wooded pasture. We also enjoyed the swing and hammocks in the area.
Of course, being able to pet the goats was an added bonus.Dixie R.
Dixie R.
October 2023
This was our first visit to any Sniffspot and we will be back. They had prominently displayed the logo signs and arrows along the driveway showing us where to park. All of the information was clearly marked and exactly what had been described on the Sniffspot website. The fence was secure and our dogs loved running up and down the hills in the wooded pasture. We also enjoyed the swing and hammocks in the area.
Of course, being able to pet the goats was an added bonus.
55I just can't say enough about this place. Whatever you think you're looking for in a Sniff spot let me tell you this is it. Kid friendly with the adjacent (but coordined off goats) and nearly 3 acres of trails and fun for the pups. We can't wait to go back. It's absolutely worth the drive from Minneapolis!! Julie M.
Julie M.
October 2023
I just can't say enough about this place. Whatever you think you're looking for in a Sniff spot let me tell you this is it. Kid friendly with the adjacent (but coordined off goats) and nearly 3 acres of trails and fun for the pups. We can't wait to go back. It's absolutely worth the drive from Minneapolis!!
How do Apple Valley'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 Apple Valley 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.