55Great space for two fur babies!! Had an amazing time at this location. There is plenty of sitting options and she was just amazing and left two bowls of water and poop bags. The space is big enough for my 10 pound and 40 pound puppies to run around and left free all of that energy. The garden is beautiful but I would be carful if you have curious dogs as they can brake some of the plants as there is no protection around the garden. The only thing I would add is a trash can so we could through away the pop bags once used. Overall enjoyed everything!Rafaela B.
Rafaela B.
February 2024
Great space for two fur babies!! Had an amazing time at this location. There is plenty of sitting options and she was just amazing and left two bowls of water and poop bags. The space is big enough for my 10 pound and 40 pound puppies to run around and left free all of that energy. The garden is beautiful but I would be carful if you have curious dogs as they can brake some of the plants as there is no protection around the garden. The only thing I would add is a trash can so we could through away the pop bags once used. Overall enjoyed everything!
Fort Lauderdale Butterfly Garden Park-like Yard | Sniffspot
55Loved this spot! I brought a rescue for a “dogs day out” and she had a blast. It was peaceful, and a safe space for her to explore and relax outside of the shelter environment. Will definitely be back! Danielle I.
Danielle I.
April 2024
Loved this spot! I brought a rescue for a “dogs day out” and she had a blast. It was peaceful, and a safe space for her to explore and relax outside of the shelter environment. Will definitely be back!
Fort Lauderdale Butterfly Garden Park-like Yard | Sniffspot
55Both times I’ve visited with dogs from the Humane Society they loved the freedom, the shade, and the nature! And Apollo loved the sprinkler! Both Tina and Apollo had a blast! Blake S.
Blake S.
May 2024
Both times I’ve visited with dogs from the Humane Society they loved the freedom, the shade, and the nature! And Apollo loved the sprinkler! Both Tina and Apollo had a blast!
Fort Lauderdale Butterfly Garden Park-like Yard | Sniffspot
55This is a Perfect Sniffspot for my little dog, everything that I wanted when I researched a private dog park and found Sniffspot beautifully clean everything available I will be visiting this spot regularlyVeronica T.
Veronica T.
October 2023
This is a Perfect Sniffspot for my little dog, everything that I wanted when I researched a private dog park and found Sniffspot beautifully clean everything available I will be visiting this spot regularly
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55Great spot close to downtown fort lauderdale. Fellow aussie owner too! The yard was well maintained and open space for our 3 aussies to run around. Will def be back! Matt H.
Matt H.
October 2023
Great spot close to downtown fort lauderdale. Fellow aussie owner too! The yard was well maintained and open space for our 3 aussies to run around. Will def be back!
Patrick's Private Dog yard In Fort Lauderdale | Sniffspot
55Patrick was very communicative and helpful! A bowl of water for the pups as well as sunscreen and a tennis ball were provided. 10/10 would come by again :)Catherine R.
Catherine R.
November 2023
Patrick was very communicative and helpful! A bowl of water for the pups as well as sunscreen and a tennis ball were provided. 10/10 would come by again :)
Patrick's Private Dog yard In Fort Lauderdale | Sniffspot
55It's a very nice, large and well-kept yard. There was plenty of shade and the parking was convenient. I definitely recommend if you need a spot where your dog(s) can play fetch and run around.Amanda H.
Amanda H.
December 2023
It's a very nice, large and well-kept yard. There was plenty of shade and the parking was convenient. I definitely recommend if you need a spot where your dog(s) can play fetch and run around.
Patrick's Private Dog yard In Fort Lauderdale | Sniffspot
55Backyard was clean, he left poop bags, a toy and a towel for the dogs. Communication was great! Plenty of open space for the dogs to run and play!!Maranda E.
Maranda E.
December 2023
Backyard was clean, he left poop bags, a toy and a towel for the dogs. Communication was great! Plenty of open space for the dogs to run and play!!
Patrick's Private Dog yard In Fort Lauderdale | Sniffspot
55Amazing spot! Super close to the city; one of the closer spots for us that had enough space for our big boy. Patrick had chairs, a towel, water bowl, and a ball ready for us! The yard is beautiful and well taken care of. We will be back!!Madalynn W.
Madalynn W.
January 2024
Amazing spot! Super close to the city; one of the closer spots for us that had enough space for our big boy. Patrick had chairs, a towel, water bowl, and a ball ready for us! The yard is beautiful and well taken care of. We will be back!!
Patrick's Private Dog yard In Fort Lauderdale | Sniffspot
55I came in from out of town to stay for a few days and needed a place to take my dog. Don’t know if he’s good with other dogs because he’s never been around any so I found Patrick place to be very welcoming he even had a bowl of water waiting for my dog. It was very nice. I even went back the next day and I will continue to go back every time that I’m down there and I encourage anybody that will like to enjoy an hour, just to relax and let your dog run around do his business and playing in the yard. The yard is very secured so There is no need to worry if your dog is gonna get out .That’s the last thing you need to worry about so if you need a place to go. This would be the ideal place its excellent, Ravon S.
Ravon S.
May 2024
I came in from out of town to stay for a few days and needed a place to take my dog. Don’t know if he’s good with other dogs because he’s never been around any so I found Patrick place to be very welcoming he even had a bowl of water waiting for my dog. It was very nice. I even went back the next day and I will continue to go back every time that I’m down there and I encourage anybody that will like to enjoy an hour, just to relax and let your dog run around do his business and playing in the yard. The yard is very secured so There is no need to worry if your dog is gonna get out .That’s the last thing you need to worry about so if you need a place to go. This would be the ideal place its excellent,
Patrick's Private Dog yard In Fort Lauderdale | Sniffspot
55great communicator, backyard was clean, water bowls for the nuggets, perfect for what it’s needed to be! a spot where dogs can run around and let some energy out. thank you patrick!Claudia S.
Claudia S.
July 2024
great communicator, backyard was clean, water bowls for the nuggets, perfect for what it’s needed to be! a spot where dogs can run around and let some energy out. thank you patrick!
Patrick's Private Dog yard In Fort Lauderdale | Sniffspot
55I was able to book this location at the last minute and it is very close to where I live. My dogs had a great time running around off leash! There was a hose and I thought my pups would enjoy the water but they were not interested. They did lay down in a nice shady spot and relax until it was time for us to go. We will most definitely be back and would recommend others to enjoy this lovely spot with their pups!Nancy B.
Nancy B.
July 2024
I was able to book this location at the last minute and it is very close to where I live. My dogs had a great time running around off leash! There was a hose and I thought my pups would enjoy the water but they were not interested. They did lay down in a nice shady spot and relax until it was time for us to go. We will most definitely be back and would recommend others to enjoy this lovely spot with their pups!
How do Fort Lauderdale'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 Fort Lauderdale 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 Fort Lauderdale?
There are 122 small dog parks in the Fort Lauderdale 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.
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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