55Very secure area and easy check-in. Lots of different play equipment and plenty of room. It was very hot while we were there and there’s not a ton of shade so would not recommend on a super hot day. The space is great!Abbey E.
Abbey E.
July 2023
Very secure area and easy check-in. Lots of different play equipment and plenty of room. It was very hot while we were there and there’s not a ton of shade so would not recommend on a super hot day. The space is great!
55Super clean, secure and easy to access. This was our first time here and my pup Leo absolutely loved it. The large running space was perfect as well as the location. I will be booking again. 😊Thalia M.
Thalia M.
July 2023
Super clean, secure and easy to access. This was our first time here and my pup Leo absolutely loved it. The large running space was perfect as well as the location. I will be booking again. 😊
55Fun space with water, pool and a couple agility obstacles. There is one small “pot hole” in the grass but it’s clearly marked off with a cone and didn’t interfere with her play. The L runs right next to the space but not terrible and pup was used it very quickly; also a nice way to get them familiar with the noise. Lots of benches to relax on!Aras & Zoya D.
Aras & Zoya D.
August 2023
Fun space with water, pool and a couple agility obstacles. There is one small “pot hole” in the grass but it’s clearly marked off with a cone and didn’t interfere with her play. The L runs right next to the space but not terrible and pup was used it very quickly; also a nice way to get them familiar with the noise. Lots of benches to relax on!
55Very fun spot for our active pup! He loved the agility equipment. The hose was super convenient for filling up his bowl and cleaning any messes. It is right next to a yard for the daycare so there are dogs on the other side of the fence but they were pretty quiet.Nia G.
Nia G.
August 2023
Very fun spot for our active pup! He loved the agility equipment. The hose was super convenient for filling up his bowl and cleaning any messes. It is right next to a yard for the daycare so there are dogs on the other side of the fence but they were pretty quiet.
55A great spot for your dog to run around and play. Today was a little warmer because the sun was directly hitting us which for a husky isn’t fun. The green line goes right by which wasn’t ideal for my dog but once he was acclimated all went well. Will definitely visit again. Flor T.
Flor T.
September 2023
A great spot for your dog to run around and play. Today was a little warmer because the sun was directly hitting us which for a husky isn’t fun. The green line goes right by which wasn’t ideal for my dog but once he was acclimated all went well. Will definitely visit again.
55Fence along the street isn’t fully private but thankfully it is on the side that’s shared with the dog daycare play lot! A group came out to play next door while we were there, which was distracting for my reactive dog but since he couldn’t see them it was fine.
Plenty of room to zoom or jump on the agility equipment! Jamie R.
Jamie R.
September 2023
Fence along the street isn’t fully private but thankfully it is on the side that’s shared with the dog daycare play lot! A group came out to play next door while we were there, which was distracting for my reactive dog but since he couldn’t see them it was fine.
Plenty of room to zoom or jump on the agility equipment!
55This is by far my two pups’ favorite spot to run around and play for an hour! We love the fact they use turf, and there’s a kiddie pool you can fill up with a couple inches of water from the hose on those hot summer days. Love Payton’s Playground and how clean it always is!Matthew C.
Matthew C.
September 2023
This is by far my two pups’ favorite spot to run around and play for an hour! We love the fact they use turf, and there’s a kiddie pool you can fill up with a couple inches of water from the hose on those hot summer days. Love Payton’s Playground and how clean it always is!
55The playground was clean and easy to locate. Loved the fake turf, different obstacles, optional pool, and plenty of sitting area. Glad the door was unlocked remotely at our scheduled time. Our pups had a good time! Definitely will be coming back for more private play time. Nancy V.
Nancy V.
September 2023
The playground was clean and easy to locate. Loved the fake turf, different obstacles, optional pool, and plenty of sitting area. Glad the door was unlocked remotely at our scheduled time. Our pups had a good time! Definitely will be coming back for more private play time.
55So clean, so secure, and has great obstacles! My dog learned how to go up and down on that ramp by the end of our session. Only downside is the noise from the train, but that only happens a sporadically. I could hear a couple of dogs that came out from the place next door into the other outdoor area, but there were no issues! The fence between the 2 areas is tall. Will go again!!Lauren P.
Lauren P.
November 2023
So clean, so secure, and has great obstacles! My dog learned how to go up and down on that ramp by the end of our session. Only downside is the noise from the train, but that only happens a sporadically. I could hear a couple of dogs that came out from the place next door into the other outdoor area, but there were no issues! The fence between the 2 areas is tall. Will go again!!
55Easy parking, easy to access, astroturf in back so nobody was muddy. The green line goes by but we actually liked this, it was a good opportunity to practice that it's not a scary noise.Nancy N.
Nancy N.
November 2023
Easy parking, easy to access, astroturf in back so nobody was muddy. The green line goes by but we actually liked this, it was a good opportunity to practice that it's not a scary noise.
55Easy parking right in front, and we loved the tube, hoop, and A-frame equipment for some structured fun!
There was some dog poop left inside, but I’m guessing that reflects other sniff spotters more than the host - Just be aware of that possibility at peak times! Aleah H.
Aleah H.
December 2023
Easy parking right in front, and we loved the tube, hoop, and A-frame equipment for some structured fun!
There was some dog poop left inside, but I’m guessing that reflects other sniff spotters more than the host - Just be aware of that possibility at peak times!
55We had a great experience here at Paytons Playground!
It's big and my dogs could zoom around and have fun exploring everything. It is perfectly clean and neat with a lot of benches for humans to use while your dogs play. There's a clean pool that you can fill with a convenient hose. And lots of agility equipment!. Most importantly, I was running very late and I called and was allowed to extend my visit, as luckily no one had booked directly after me. They were extremely nice! We will be back!!!Margaret R.
Margaret R.
July 2023
We had a great experience here at Paytons Playground!
It's big and my dogs could zoom around and have fun exploring everything. It is perfectly clean and neat with a lot of benches for humans to use while your dogs play. There's a clean pool that you can fill with a convenient hose. And lots of agility equipment!. Most importantly, I was running very late and I called and was allowed to extend my visit, as luckily no one had booked directly after me. They were extremely nice! We will be back!!!
55Payton’s place is a fantastic spot to let pups out to play, and is super convenient for us as west loop residents. Lots of room, well kept, and is as private as you could ask for a fenced in area within the city, and under the L. Brent O.
Brent O.
February 2024
Payton’s place is a fantastic spot to let pups out to play, and is super convenient for us as west loop residents. Lots of room, well kept, and is as private as you could ask for a fenced in area within the city, and under the L.
55Me and my dog Mable Jean had a wonderful Saturday morning together here! He have needed a service like this for years. I feel so lucky to be able to have a private space for her to play safely and get some energy out Autumn B.
Autumn B.
February 2024
Me and my dog Mable Jean had a wonderful Saturday morning together here! He have needed a service like this for years. I feel so lucky to be able to have a private space for her to play safely and get some energy out
55Great sniff spot! My dog wasn’t bothered by it, but an FYI for others who may be reactive to some noises - there is a train literally directly over the street. Maggie G.
Maggie G.
February 2024
Great sniff spot! My dog wasn’t bothered by it, but an FYI for others who may be reactive to some noises - there is a train literally directly over the street.
How do Chicago's private dog agility parks work?
Private rentals by the hour
Our hosts are locals that are renting their yards and private land to dog owners
Designed for private play
Only the people and dogs in your booking are allowed in the spot during your visit
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Spots are designed for safety and both hosts and guests are reviewed after each visit
Reactive dogs welcome
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FAQ about our Chicago dog agility parks
Are dog agility parks safe?
While public off-leash dog parks have a number of safety issues, such as aggressive dogs, inattentive owners, disease transmission and general cleanliness, Sniffspot dog parks are much safer than city parks. Contrary to a typical dog park, 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 safe place for you and your dog. 93% of reviews on Sniffspot visits are 5 stars. As always, ensuring you use park dog agility equipment safely is also key to an enjoyable experience.
How can I find dog agility parks in Chicago?
There are 23 dog agility parks in the Chicago area. The most popular dog agility park is Payton's Playground. You can browse all of our dog agility parks here.
How do I know if a dog agility park works for my dog?
Owners commonly wonder about whether a park works for their dog. Start by applying basic filters, such as fencing and distractions, to find a fenced dog agility park that works for your dog. You can also filter on size to find a larger park or neighborhood parks. If your dog doesn't have good recall, you can visit one of our fully fenced dog agility parks. If your dog is reactive to other dogs, you can visit one of our dog agility parks where there are no dogs audible or visible nearby. You can read the description of the spot to see the details of the set up, such as whether there is commercial grade park equipment, and other amenities, such as park benches. Browse photos to get a sense for park design. We also recommend reading reviews and reaching out to the host with any questions, and of course, checking agility park hours.
What are the requirements to bring my dog to a Sniffspot agility park?
We require that all dogs 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. Treat all park equipment with respect and care.
Will there be other dogs at the Sniffspot agility park at the same time as me?
Sniffspot only allows one booking at a time and any host dogs are required to be kept away from the spot during visits. We also enforce 30 min time buffers between bookings.
How much do Sniffspot agility parks cost?
Dog agility parks in the Chicago area range from $19.0 and $19.0. The least expensive dog agility park is Payton's Playground. The most expensive dog agility park is Payton's Playground. Each host sets their own price, so you can check the price on the specific Sniffspot dog park listing.
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