55This was our second visit to this great spot. Toys, treats and water for dogs, snacks and water for humans. Also very quiet, which is good for our reactive pup. Loved the backdrop and props for photos. Sandra B.
Sandra B.
April 2023
This was our second visit to this great spot. Toys, treats and water for dogs, snacks and water for humans. Also very quiet, which is good for our reactive pup. Loved the backdrop and props for photos.
55JJ's Play Yard was the perfect place for the Baltimore Corgis Easter Party! She had many great amenities including a doggie pool, tetherball, weave bars, an open tunnel, lots of seating and tables, and tons of parking (which was actually a concern with 20+ dogs.) Jane and her husband, Jon, went above and beyond to make sure the party was a success! Everybody had so much fun! Thank you so much!Sarah H.
Sarah H.
April 2023
JJ's Play Yard was the perfect place for the Baltimore Corgis Easter Party! She had many great amenities including a doggie pool, tetherball, weave bars, an open tunnel, lots of seating and tables, and tons of parking (which was actually a concern with 20+ dogs.) Jane and her husband, Jon, went above and beyond to make sure the party was a success! Everybody had so much fun! Thank you so much!
55We are here a lot and never had to use the wet tissues or other stuff. Today one of my pups got a poopy butt and I was so glad they have it 😅Lorena H.
Lorena H.
May 2023
We are here a lot and never had to use the wet tissues or other stuff. Today one of my pups got a poopy butt and I was so glad they have it 😅
55JJ’s play yard was perfect! My boy Oliver loved it! There was so much space & he really loved the dog treats. It was quiet & very secure. There was a man working on the plumbing but the host told me he would be there & that he wouldn’t enter the yard. My dog saw him briefly & barked through the fence but it was totally fine!! We will definitely be back! Lea M.
Lea M.
May 2023
JJ’s play yard was perfect! My boy Oliver loved it! There was so much space & he really loved the dog treats. It was quiet & very secure. There was a man working on the plumbing but the host told me he would be there & that he wouldn’t enter the yard. My dog saw him briefly & barked through the fence but it was totally fine!! We will definitely be back!
55Yurim made this an absolutely wonderful experience,and I can't even begin to thank her! It was our first time using sniff spot,so we weren't too sure what to do..but she was kind and considerate and understanding of that,and helped us every step along the way. The yard was beautiful and just as pictured. She also not only included toys, but little bags of treats for my pups as well with there names on them. She also had out human treats as well,which was more then appreciated. My pup has very high energy,so Im nervous sometimes to bring him to new places..but he and my girl enjoyed themselves very much. A very good first experience and we will be back again!! :)Danii D.
Danii D.
May 2023
Yurim made this an absolutely wonderful experience,and I can't even begin to thank her! It was our first time using sniff spot,so we weren't too sure what to do..but she was kind and considerate and understanding of that,and helped us every step along the way. The yard was beautiful and just as pictured. She also not only included toys, but little bags of treats for my pups as well with there names on them. She also had out human treats as well,which was more then appreciated. My pup has very high energy,so Im nervous sometimes to bring him to new places..but he and my girl enjoyed themselves very much. A very good first experience and we will be back again!! :)
55Super easy to find and they provide a great space for the pups to run around! Filled water bowls and buckets of toys were waiting for us along with shade, water bottles, human and dog treats. If you’re considering JJs, don’t hesitate!Brian H.
Brian H.
May 2023
Super easy to find and they provide a great space for the pups to run around! Filled water bowls and buckets of toys were waiting for us along with shade, water bottles, human and dog treats. If you’re considering JJs, don’t hesitate!
55This was our first ever sniff spot visit and it was great!! Host left us personalized treat bags and all three dogs had a blast in their well-kept space! This was such a great experience and we’d love to come back, thanks again!!Jane B.
Jane B.
May 2023
This was our first ever sniff spot visit and it was great!! Host left us personalized treat bags and all three dogs had a blast in their well-kept space! This was such a great experience and we’d love to come back, thanks again!!
55Great spot! We were met by a thoughtful collection of toys, dog treats, water and snacks. Lots of space to run and plenty of shade. Very quiet area-we didn’t see any people or dogs, which is great for my reactive dog. Olivia A.
Olivia A.
June 2023
Great spot! We were met by a thoughtful collection of toys, dog treats, water and snacks. Lots of space to run and plenty of shade. Very quiet area-we didn’t see any people or dogs, which is great for my reactive dog.
55This has been out favorite Sniffspot. The host was so thoughtful and had a little bag of goodies for my pup with her name on it! There was also snacks and water for the humans as well. The yard was very clean and plenty of space to play fetch. Mikayla D.
Mikayla D.
June 2023
This has been out favorite Sniffspot. The host was so thoughtful and had a little bag of goodies for my pup with her name on it! There was also snacks and water for the humans as well. The yard was very clean and plenty of space to play fetch.
55My dogs had such a blast. The yard was a nice size and the owners were kind enough to leave dog treats, water, toys, and even snacks for us! We will def be back again soon Mary F.
Mary F.
June 2023
My dogs had such a blast. The yard was a nice size and the owners were kind enough to leave dog treats, water, toys, and even snacks for us! We will def be back again soon
55The yard was a great space for them to run and our host left the nicest welcome bags of treats for the fur-kids as well as water and snacks for the humans. A big assortment of toys to play with made the entire afternoon quite a success.Mallory S.
Mallory S.
June 2023
The yard was a great space for them to run and our host left the nicest welcome bags of treats for the fur-kids as well as water and snacks for the humans. A big assortment of toys to play with made the entire afternoon quite a success.
55Great yard with lots of privacy. Receiving small bag of treats with my dogs name on it was a nice personal touch! My dog had a blast playing at this spot! Kristine L.
Kristine L.
June 2023
Great yard with lots of privacy. Receiving small bag of treats with my dogs name on it was a nice personal touch! My dog had a blast playing at this spot!
55Awesome sniffspot. Lots of space to run, plenty of toys to choose from, and even multiple water bowls to use. Also loved the snacks that were left out for both dogs and dog parents haha! Will be back again :)reese p.
reese p.
June 2023
Awesome sniffspot. Lots of space to run, plenty of toys to choose from, and even multiple water bowls to use. Also loved the snacks that were left out for both dogs and dog parents haha! Will be back again :)
55Perfect, safe spot for our dogs to run. We felt welcome and our dogs loved it. The high fence gave us peace of mind because we have one dog that is a jumper. We will definitely book this location again. Thank you for the special treats left special for our first time!!!Lisa P.
Lisa P.
June 2023
Perfect, safe spot for our dogs to run. We felt welcome and our dogs loved it. The high fence gave us peace of mind because we have one dog that is a jumper. We will definitely book this location again. Thank you for the special treats left special for our first time!!!
55By far one of the best we’ve been to. Easy instructions and easy access. The dogs had such a good time. The yard is perfectly shaded, which is perfect for this summer heat! Not to mention there were snacks and water out for dogs and me ! Kenesha R.
Kenesha R.
July 2023
By far one of the best we’ve been to. Easy instructions and easy access. The dogs had such a good time. The yard is perfectly shaded, which is perfect for this summer heat! Not to mention there were snacks and water out for dogs and me !
55We absolutely love this yard! The pool add-on was a fantastic move and my dog loved it. We’ll be back yet again!💙💙Michele J.
Michele J.
July 2023
We absolutely love this yard! The pool add-on was a fantastic move and my dog loved it. We’ll be back yet again!💙💙
How do Ellicott City's private small 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 Ellicott City small dog parks
Are small 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 are 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 park users so you can find the perfect place for you and your dog. 93% of reviews on Sniffspot visits are 5 stars.
How can I find small dog parks in Ellicott City?
There are 221 small dog parks in the Ellicott City area. The most popular small dog park is . You can browse all of our small dog parks here.
How do I know if a small dog park works for my dog?
Start by applying basic filters, such as fencing and distractions, to find a dog park that works for your furry friends. If your dog doesn't respond to owner commands, you can visit one of our enclosed dog park areas. If your dog is reactive to other dogs, you can visit one of our small dog park sites where there are no dogs audible or visible nearby. You can see any park amenities provided, including a park bench, water for dogs or water features such as kiddie pool or water hose. If your dog loves water, you can go to a park with water features, but if they don't love water, you can avoid them. We also recommend reading reviews to check for park maintenance issues and reaching out to the host with any questions. And lastly, of course, check park hours. Many of our parks are open from dawn until dusk.
What are the requirements to bring my dog to a Sniffspot park?
We require that all dogs have basic vaccinations or equivalent titers. We do not allow dogs with a bite history. We require that owners sign our waiver and agree to follow our safety rules. We also require that pet owners follow safety protocols around water features.
Will there be other dogs at the Sniffspot 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 small dog parks cost?
Small dog parks in the Ellicott City area range from $4.0 and $4.0. The least expensive small dog park is Awesome backyard!. The most expensive small dog park is Awesome backyard!. Each host sets their own price, so you can check the price on the specific Sniffspot dog park listing.
Can I have an event or party at a small dog park?
If you are planning an amazing small dog park party, each Sniffspot park has their own rules regarding special events. Many parks allow doggie birthday parties, training, water parties and other event types. Event organizers need to be responsible for their guests and event organizers should coordinate with the host regarding their fun party. Make sure the park has amenities you need for your party, such as a park with lots of picnic tables with park benches.
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