Golden Dog Playground

Barrington, New Hampshire
Fully Fenced
1 acre
5.048 reviews
Top spot
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Hosted by Traci B.

Fencing

Enclosure

Fully Fenced

Fencing height (at lowest point)

5 ft

100% of guests said fencing at this spot was secure enough to contain their dogs

Gaps or holes in fence: No gaps

Fencing details: Sturdy wire fencing encompasses the Golden Dog Playground. The only opening in the fence is under our deck at the stairs. If your dog can fit through a 12" opening, they could find there way out of the fenced-in area.


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 animalsYes

Other peopleSometimes

Private entryYes


Amenities

Dog drinking water

Chairs

Dog toys

Woods

Agility equipment

Hand sanitizer


Pricing
$20 per dog per hour

50% off all dogs after the 1st dog

25% off hourly price for 30 min visit

Optional monthly membership available!

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Location

Barrington, New Hampshire

Description

**Stay connected with our Playground Community and get updates on new additions, toys, specials, and fun activities. Join our Facebook group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/goldendogplayground.** Announcing the Golden Dog Playground set on over 5 acres of land in Barrington, NH, with just over 1 acre of the space fenced in. We believe dogs are family so we have worked hard to create a customized experience for your human and furry family that you will remember forever. We offer two separate fenced-in areas that connect. Are you looking to expose/introduce two dogs to each other in a safe and welcoming environment where you can monitor their body language and temperament? If yes, then our space is perfect. Each dog can have their own fenced-in area to play and observe or open the gate and connect the two spaces for your dogs to explore all that we have to offer. Included with other amenities, we offer confidence building equipment, a digging station, stretching station, pools for water and sensory play, enrichment toys, natural fitness stations and more! Have a special request or need? Let us know. We are happy to accommodate if we are able! Clean water bowls are also offered as well as a sink to easily refill and wash your hands or a toy as needed. When done playing with the toys, simply leave them in the bucket provided for cleaning and sanitation for the next furry friend. On the back side of the house is a hose and sprayer as well as dry towels inside the bench. Feel free to dry your dog off after splashing in the pool and wipe their feet before they hop back in your car. Simply leave the used towel on the bench and we will pick up. Waste pick up is simple and easy with the pooper scoopers and rakes we offer for disposing in our Doggie Dooley Septic Systems. We can't wait to welcome you to our Golden Dog Playground - an oasis set among the woods with distance from the road and neighbors.

Cleanliness

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

Hazards

There is an open area under our deck where dogs may go to cool off. It is enclosed on the other end except at the stairs. If you are bringing a dog under 20 pounds, please let us know so we can make sure your dog is bigger than the stair opening. We are working to find a solution for this. We have a wood pile that sits next to the fence. If you are worried about your dog jumping the fence, they could jump on the log pile and over the fence. The chances of this are slim, but worth noting for certain breeds of dogs (i.e. Malinois). There is also an exposed area under our solar array where some items are stored (see pictures). The forest area has been blown free of debris, but rocks, roots, sticks, will be visible from storms/wind. We work diligently to keep these areas clean and safe. The back lawn can be a bit uneven due to settling of loam/rocks. There are also compost bins on the property. They are enclosed but something to be aware of. There are Hosta plants and other ornamentals within the fenced-in areas. There is a landscaped area near our porch with rocks, a fire pit, chairs and ornamentals.

Extras

Don't Worry About Poo Pickup$5.0

No need to worry about waste pick up when your dog poops. We will clean up your dogs poo for you!

Hot Dog Bobbing Game$8.0

Is your dog treat motivated yet needs encouragement to go in a pool of water? If yes, choose this option and we will prepare 2, cut up hot dogs for you to use in the splash pool as a fun and positive water game for your dog(s). Please give 24 hours notice when booking this extra.

Scatter Feeding$7.0

Does your dog love to forage? Using what mother nature already offers is a great way to provide quality mental stimulation for your dog. We will set up a scatter feeding activity with treats in our smaller fenced-in area. When your dog arrives, let their nose take them directly to the activity for a tasty treat and fun game. Please give 24 hours notice when booking this extra.


Extras

Don't Worry About Poo Pickup$5.0

No need to worry about waste pick up when your dog poops. We will clean up your dogs poo for you!


Hot Dog Bobbing Game$8.0

Is your dog treat motivated yet needs encouragement to go in a pool of water? If yes, choose this option and we will prepare 2, cut up hot dogs for you to use in the splash pool as a fun and positive water game for your dog(s). Please give 24 hours notice when booking this extra.


Scatter Feeding$7.0

Does your dog love to forage? Using what mother nature already offers is a great way to provide quality mental stimulation for your dog. We will set up a scatter feeding activity with treats in our smaller fenced-in area. When your dog arrives, let their nose take them directly to the activity for a tasty treat and fun game. Please give 24 hours notice when booking this extra.


Scented Bubble Play$17.0

Bacon, chicken, and steak flavors are regularly served in our bubble play activity. Our bubble machine will be filled with scented bubbles and ready for you to turn on to see how your dog enjoys this activity. Some dogs love it and try to eat the bubbles, some dogs just watch, and others ignore it. See pictures. Machine runs 20-30 minutes. Please give 24 hours notice when booking this extra.


Sensory Pools$10.0

Our 2 small (32") sensory pools are filled with balls, squeaky toys, hot dog infused toilet paper rolls, and other novel objects for your dog to explore. We will also provide you with a small bag of treats to use in the sensory pools to encourage your dog(s) to forage. Please make us aware ahead of time of any food allergies. Please give 24 hours notice when booking this extra.


Thank You!$5.0

This is just a nice tip to go towards the hosts to help keep the yard and Playground in shape for our human and canine friends. It also helps cover the costs of new toys and equipment.


XL Splash Pool$10.0

Our Large splash pool (48") is available at no additional charge, but if you have more than 1 dog, your dog is a larger breed, or you would like to splash in the pool with your dog, you can opt for our XL (71") pool for an additional charge. Please give 24 hours notice when booking this extra.

Host Rules

Minimum visit length
30 minutes
Required advanced notice for visits
3 hours
Max dogs per booking
5
Is the host present?
I generally do not meet my guests
Additional rules

PLEASE NOTE: For the safety of dogs and people, ALL dogs must be up to date on their Rabies Vaccine. To avoid a possible cancellation, please forward a copy of your rabies vaccination certificate to woof@goldendognh.com prior to your visit. This will remain on file and you will not need to resubmit until it expires. Also, if your dog is unwell, sneezing, coughing or exhibiting any other symptoms of respiratory distress, please reschedule. Sniffspot offers a full refund if canceled or rescheduled at least 2 hours prior to your visit. Finally, if your dog has recently tested positive for giardia, please do not visit the Playground until you receive a negative fecal test. No smoking or vaping anywhere on the property. Make sure to securely latch the gate behind you upon entering the property. Have a great time at the Playground!


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.
Arrive and leave on time, this is important for safety.
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.

(48) Reviews

  • Holly M., Oct 4, 2023

    It was a drive for us but we’ll worth it. Ripley had a blast running around, spending time in the sandbox and getting in the pool!! She was obsessed with the chickens and wanted only to stay with them once she saw them. Hahah Thank you for having such a lovely place and sharing.

    Host replied: Thanks for making the drive to come and check us out. I am glad it was worth your time and investment. Please visit anytime!

  • Cathleen R., Sep 12, 2023

    The play yard is an amazing spot for off leash fun. My 1 yr old was ecstatic to be able to explore and run full speed. We loved it! Plan to go back. Very clean space with lots of natural forest to explore. My 5 yr old loved jumping in the pool to cool down in between her sprints.

    Host replied: Thanks for visiting and sharing your precious pups with us!

  • Ally Q., Sep 12, 2023

    This was our first Sniffspot visit and we loved it! We just moved and have been missing out fenced in yard so it was so great to have a place to run and play! Rookie loved all the fun toys provided and chasing the ball over and over. He did not want to leave!

    Host replied: So glad you enjoyed your experience. We look forward to seeing you again in the future!

  • Alina R., Sep 12, 2023

    My dog had a decompression sniff and explore of the whole sniffspot for around 10 minutes then we got to enjoy a bit of everything offered. It was interesting to see his reaction to the chickens. He recalled away from them and has fun. Was super into the parkour logs and was driven wince we started with the agility set :) Worth visiting again! I just wish I picked a better day where it wasn't all wet from the rain!

    Host replied: Love the pictures. Oddly enough, it poured right before you arrived and then stopped just as you got here. But of course the playground was very wet.

  • Laurie-Anne C., Sep 7, 2023

    This was our first Sniff spot visit and it did not disappoint! Tons of agility/confidence building equipment, digging area, large fenced in area with room to explore and a big pool for my dog to cool off on a hot day! Although my dog was not interested in the confidence building today because there was so much to smell and explore he had a blast. Thank you for creating such a welcoming place for dogs to play! Highly recommended as we will definitely be back again!

    Host replied: So glad sweet Obie enjoyed. Please visit anytime!!

  • Vickie B., Sep 4, 2023

    I visited with my pup, a friend and her pup! The separate fenced areas were perfect for letting our dogs sniff and stretch their legs before opening the gate and letting them interact within one giant yard. Her pup loved the variety of things to interact with. Mine loved being able to explore a wooded area AND a lawn. He wasn't sure about the chickens, but he had so much space to play that he quickly forgot about them. The space was very clean and secure. Neither of our pups were interested in climbing a big woodpile just to get over a fence so no concerns there! We didn't opt for any of the extras although it's great to know we have options for next time.

  • Kaye C., Sep 4, 2023

    Hank had another great day at the playground and he brought two of his best friends with him – Tito and Dixie❤️ I keep forgetting to take pics, but I will next time if I’m quick enough - even though he’s 130 pounds his Zumiez are super fast 😂 🐾

  • Andreanna A., Sep 4, 2023

    Very fun spot. Lots of room to have zoomies both on grass and in some woods. We had fun with the agility equipment and the splash pool provided. We will definitely be back!

    Host replied: We loved having you visit. Please come back soon!

  • Judith L., Sep 1, 2023

    Simply the best! So much to see, smell, and experience: agility equipment, all kinds of balls and fetch toys, sensory pools, large digging area, and chickens to meet! Water on site and comfy, shady places for mom and dad to sit. We went as part of our dog's birthday week celebration and we will be back!

    Host replied: Honored to be part of Clovis' birthday celebration week! Thanks for visiting and we hope to see you again soon.

  • Betsy H., Aug 30, 2023

    We brought our small dog Maisey to have fun sniffing and enjoy the diverse areas of this spot! First thing she did was to check out if she could escape but all was buttoned up safe. She loved exploring the woods, meeting the chickens, running through the tunnel, and then jumping into the pool to cool down and float! Thanks Traci & Ray for creating such a fantastic sniffspot!!

    Host replied: Thanks so much for visiting and for the great photos. Maisey makes that pool look huge. Glad she could enjoy all that space to herself!

Meet your host

Traci B.

Joined in November 2022

Traci Bisson is the Owner/Founder of Golden Dog Adventure Co., Golden Dog NH Getaway, and Golden Dog Playground located in Barrington, NH. In 2018, Traci established a dog walking club as a community outreach program for dog lovers throughout the state. Today, Golden Dog Adventure Co., works with local, national, and international experts to offer quality education and in-person adventures for dog owners. In 2023, the company added a dog-friendly Airbnb focused on offering reactive dogs and their people a safe and inclusive opportunity to vacation with many welcoming amenities. Also in 2023, Golden Dog opened their first Sniffspot location focused on offering a positive bonding experience with physical and mental enrichment for both dogs and the people who love them. When Traci is not busy dreaming up creative events, she enjoys hiking with her dogs and husband researching new areas to lead outings, traveling, and spending time with her family. She lives a sustainable lifestyle, and continually looks for ways to decrease her carbon footprint.


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