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4.951
55Beautiful fall day, our seasonal visits will be coming to a close, but looking forward to returning in the spring. My dogs will miss their visits.
55Highly recommend, absolutely beautiful so much room for my dogs to run. I even got to meet the host who's extremely friendly. Will definitely come again highly recommended can't say that enough
55This park is amazing. Clean, quiet, well maintained, completely fenced in, fresh water for my pups, tennis balls. Great for my dogs to be able to run and get some off leash training in. We love it!
55This was my first visit to this park under the new ownership. Continues to be a great spot! You will encounter other dogs/people passing or barking at a far distance because it’s an active facility, but you have a HUGE and beautiful safely fenced spot to explore. Always fresh water, tennis balls, a fountain in the distance— very beautiful and peaceful.
55We've enjoyed this Sniffspot under previous ownership and continue to love every experience we have now that Kaitlyn has taken over. So much space, so many interesting nooks and crannies to snuffle through! My dog doesn't do well in large groups of other dogs because of herding behavior, so having space to stretch her legs and get some enrichment is so valuable. We hope to continue enjoying this beautiful space!
55Dogs always leave happy and tired.
55Lots of room to run and chase tennis balls…
55Great time as always. Super clean and Kiba enjoyed all the smells
55This is one of our favorite spots 🐾. Spacious, beautiful and a lot of fun.
55Dogs had a great time despite the awful smoke in Bethlehem.
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Downback Private Dog Park

Bethlehem, Connecticut
Fully Fenced
1 acre
4.951 Reviews
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Downback Private Dog Park

Bethlehem, Connecticut
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Hosted by Kaitlyn S.
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4.951 Reviews
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Fully Fenced
1 acre
Downback Private Dog Park - Bethlehem, Connecticut
Downback Private Dog Park - Bethlehem, Connecticut
Downback Private Dog Park - Bethlehem, Connecticut
Fencing

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

This spot is fully fenced

Info provided by host

Fencing height

5 feet (at lowest point)

Fencing type

Chain link - non-privacy

Gaps or holes in fence

No gaps

Enclosure

fully fenced

Fencing height (at lowest point)

5 feet

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

Fencing type(s): Chain link - non-privacy

Gaps or holes in fence: No gaps

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 dogs

HOST REPORTS

Sometimes

“We are owner/operators of Muddy Paws at Blue Ribbon, formally known as Blue Ribbon Boarding Kennels and love our furry friends just as much as you. We will be courteous of your time and keep any boarding/day care pups as well as the residence pups away and out of site.”

GUEST FEEDBACK

91% of guests saw/heard

Designed for private play

Only the people and dogs in your booking are allowed in the spot during your visit.

Other domestic animalsSometimes

Other domestic animals

HOST REPORTS

Sometimes

“We are owner/operators of Muddy Paws at Blue Ribbon, formally known as Blue Ribbon Boarding Kennels and love our furry friends just as much as you. We will respect your time and keep our furry family members away from the park during your visits.”

GUEST FEEDBACK

25% of guests saw/heard

Designed for private play

Only the people and dogs in your booking are allowed in the spot during your visit.

Other peopleSometimes

Other people

HOST REPORTS

Sometimes

“This is based at Muddy Paws at Blue Ribbon, formally known as Blue Ribbon Boarding Kennels with staff and residents potentially visible/audible.”

GUEST FEEDBACK

66% of guests saw/heard

Designed for private play

Only the people and dogs in your booking are allowed in the spot during your visit.

Amenities

Parkour obstacles

Dog drinking water

Chairs

Dog toys

Woods

Trash can

Pricing
20 credits per dog per hour

50% off all dogs after the 1st dog

25% off hourly price for 30 min visit

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

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Location

Bethlehem, Connecticut

Description

Formally known as "Vickys Downback Private Park" is under new ownership. Same great Downback Private Park you love and trust here for your furry friends to roam and have as much fun as possible. Come one, come all and toss a ball! Please keep in mind Downback Dog Park is located at Muddy Paws at Blue Ribbon. Not only is this our dog grooming, boarding, and daycare facility, but it is also our home. Please be aware you may see or hear other people or animals.

Cleanliness

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

Host Rules

Minimum visit length
30 minutes
Required advanced notice for visits
24 hours
Max dogs per booking
20
Is the host present?
I prefer to meet my guests on their first visits
Additional rules

In addition to proof of Rabies and Distemper, we do also require Bordetella and proof of a negative fecal in the past year.

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
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.

In addition, please make sure to read Sniffspot's 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.

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This spot consistently provides amazing experiences to guests

4.9 (51 Reviews)

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Meet your host

Kaitlyn S.

Joined in May 2026

Hi I'm Kaitlyn, the new owner of Vickys Downback Dog Park. I look forward to providing the same great service everyone remembers from Vickys Downback Dog Park.

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