55This spot is so great. Very reliably clean, secure, and comfy. The dogs I bring here always have a blast sniffing and exploring and resting in the shade. Thanks so much for sharing your yard with us!Ali S.
Ali S.
June 2024
This spot is so great. Very reliably clean, secure, and comfy. The dogs I bring here always have a blast sniffing and exploring and resting in the shade. Thanks so much for sharing your yard with us!
Oakland backyard for your doggy to run! | Sniffspot
55Perfect size for my large pup to run around! There's shade for the dog among the plants, and shade and chairs on the deck for humans. Water and toys for the dogs as well, it's a puppy paradise. Thank you Robyn!Veronika T.
Veronika T.
June 2024
Perfect size for my large pup to run around! There's shade for the dog among the plants, and shade and chairs on the deck for humans. Water and toys for the dogs as well, it's a puppy paradise. Thank you Robyn!
Oakland backyard for your doggy to run! | Sniffspot
55We visit this Sniffspot pretty often it’s our favorite local spot! The boys always love exploring the yard and Loki loves playing with the toys! Cassie N.
Cassie N.
July 2024
We visit this Sniffspot pretty often it’s our favorite local spot! The boys always love exploring the yard and Loki loves playing with the toys!
Oakland backyard for your doggy to run! | Sniffspot
55My dog really loves this place and I appreciate the toys to use and Robyn event had a clean balls box and a used balls box! We got this place to train our leash reactive dog that barks and noise, so a heads up that there’s beautiful bird activity near this home and other dogs that bark. Great experience for us and we look forward to returning. aylene r.
aylene r.
July 2024
My dog really loves this place and I appreciate the toys to use and Robyn event had a clean balls box and a used balls box! We got this place to train our leash reactive dog that barks and noise, so a heads up that there’s beautiful bird activity near this home and other dogs that bark. Great experience for us and we look forward to returning.
Oakland backyard for your doggy to run! | Sniffspot
55Great yard with room to run and sniff. Very private and quiet. My dogs had a great time. I love that there are balls and toys for the pups. Got to practice some training with my young dog with minimal distractions, but still in a new environment.Wendy B.
Wendy B.
July 2024
Great yard with room to run and sniff. Very private and quiet. My dogs had a great time. I love that there are balls and toys for the pups. Got to practice some training with my young dog with minimal distractions, but still in a new environment.
Oakland backyard for your doggy to run! | Sniffspot
55This is such a great spot in the neighborhood. I am delighted to be able to use it as a regular spot to train and provide enrichment time for my dog. Thanks to Robyn for sharing her backyard!kathryn o.
kathryn o.
August 2024
This is such a great spot in the neighborhood. I am delighted to be able to use it as a regular spot to train and provide enrichment time for my dog. Thanks to Robyn for sharing her backyard!
Oakland backyard for your doggy to run! | Sniffspot
55Back again to let my dog be a dog and to do some training. My GSD is reactive and anxious and this provides a separate area for her to be. kathryn o.
kathryn o.
August 2024
Back again to let my dog be a dog and to do some training. My GSD is reactive and anxious and this provides a separate area for her to be.
Oakland backyard for your doggy to run! | Sniffspot
55Amazing spot for my pups to run! They had an amazing time and it’s a super cozy space. It was raining when we arrived, but that contributed more to the atmosphere. We will for sure come again. Anna N.
Anna N.
April 2024
Amazing spot for my pups to run! They had an amazing time and it’s a super cozy space. It was raining when we arrived, but that contributed more to the atmosphere. We will for sure come again.
55Big enough for the big pups to run around. Lots of shady areas to stay fresh during warm days. Provided a water bowl with water and poop bags, which we didn't need since we came prepared with our ownStephanie Q.
Stephanie Q.
May 2024
Big enough for the big pups to run around. Lots of shady areas to stay fresh during warm days. Provided a water bowl with water and poop bags, which we didn't need since we came prepared with our own
55This is a big yard with lots of room for dogs to run and explore. There weren’t specific instructions for entry, but it was easy to figure out. My dog enjoyed the provided ball and drank all of the water the Host left out. The yard is on a hill, and as is common on a hill, is a bit uneven in spots, so I would recommend wearing sturdy shoes. Fun spot! I’m sure we will return!Christina S.
Christina S.
May 2024
This is a big yard with lots of room for dogs to run and explore. There weren’t specific instructions for entry, but it was easy to figure out. My dog enjoyed the provided ball and drank all of the water the Host left out. The yard is on a hill, and as is common on a hill, is a bit uneven in spots, so I would recommend wearing sturdy shoes. Fun spot! I’m sure we will return!
55This is a great spot for dogs to explore and sniff about! Koji and I definitely got our steps in today! The yard is easily accessible through the gate in the front of the property and Koji appreciated the bowl of water awaiting his arrival! Looking forward to coming back!Tanya D.
Tanya D.
May 2024
This is a great spot for dogs to explore and sniff about! Koji and I definitely got our steps in today! The yard is easily accessible through the gate in the front of the property and Koji appreciated the bowl of water awaiting his arrival! Looking forward to coming back!
Oakland backyard for your doggy to run! | Sniffspot
55My Goldendoole loved this space! She had plenty of space to run around and explore. The distinction between the clean and dirty balls was a nice touch - as well as the shaded area for the humans. Would definitely go back! Monserrat G.
Monserrat G.
May 2024
My Goldendoole loved this space! She had plenty of space to run around and explore. The distinction between the clean and dirty balls was a nice touch - as well as the shaded area for the humans. Would definitely go back!
Oakland backyard for your doggy to run! | Sniffspot
55Lots of room to play! My pup enjoyed sitting under the tree after zooming around the yard. It's a quiet neighborhood, and the patio area is a nice place for fur parents to watch their fur babies having a blast. Will definitely come back!Erika P.
Erika P.
May 2024
Lots of room to play! My pup enjoyed sitting under the tree after zooming around the yard. It's a quiet neighborhood, and the patio area is a nice place for fur parents to watch their fur babies having a blast. Will definitely come back!
Oakland backyard for your doggy to run! | Sniffspot
55We had another delightful visit! It was a warm afternoon, so we were glad to have a little shade on the patio to rest in between rounds of sniffing and romping around.Ciara T.
Ciara T.
May 2024
We had another delightful visit! It was a warm afternoon, so we were glad to have a little shade on the patio to rest in between rounds of sniffing and romping around.
Oakland backyard for your doggy to run! | Sniffspot
55Great spot for my dogs! They loved the grass and sniffing the plants. It was clean when we arrived and had cleaned tennis balls for my dog to play withAnna N.
Anna N.
June 2024
Great spot for my dogs! They loved the grass and sniffing the plants. It was clean when we arrived and had cleaned tennis balls for my dog to play with
How do Canyon'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
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FAQ about our Canyon dog parks
Are dog parks good for dogs?
It is important for dogs to have off leash exercise to sniff and run. But the free and open nature of public dog parks has drawbacks. There could be aggressive dogs, disease transmission and cleanliness issues. For this reason, many dog behaviorists discourage visiting public dog parks and recommend Sniffspot's private dog parks. Sniffspot private dog parks only allow one guest to book at a time and are not open to the public, which solves many of these issues.
Are dog parks safe?
While public dog parks have a number of safety issues, such as aggressive dogs, disease transmission and general cleanliness, Sniffspot dog parks much safer than public dog parks. With Sniffspot all bookings are private for just you and dogs you bring with you and we require all dogs to be vaccinated (or have equivalent titers). All Sniffspot locations are vetted and reviewed by guests so you can find the perfect place for you and your dog. 96% of reviews on Sniffspot visits in the Canyon area are 5 stars.
How do I know if a dog park works for my dog?
You can filter Sniffspot dog parks by fencing and distractions. If your dog doesn't have good recall, you can visit one of our 134 fully fenced dog parks in the area. If your dog is reactive to other dogs, you can visit one of our 20 off leash areas where there are no dogs audible or visible nearby. You can also filter locations to avoid other domestic animals and people. We also recommend reading reviews and reaching out to the host with any questions.
Where in Canyon can I find a pool for dog swimming?
Sniffspot has swimming options in the Canyon area. The highest rated option is The Gulch Pool.
Can I rent a field for my dog to run near Canyon?
There are 22 Sniffspot dog parks that offer fields in or near Canyon where dogs can be off leash. The most popular field is Good Knight Acres in Penngrove, CA.