55The yard was clean, easy to find. 5 stars for the host. My only issue was with Sniffspot sending me an email confirmation so I assumed things were fine. I had been at the yard for about 30 minutes when I received a text from host saying her yard wasn’t available. Host was super gracious and visit was cut short but will plan a visit next time :)Sarah J.
Sarah J.
August 2022
The yard was clean, easy to find. 5 stars for the host. My only issue was with Sniffspot sending me an email confirmation so I assumed things were fine. I had been at the yard for about 30 minutes when I received a text from host saying her yard wasn’t available. Host was super gracious and visit was cut short but will plan a visit next time :)
55Chance had a lot of fun. The yard was large enough for him to run at full speed and had great spots to explore. Chance says the sticks were plentiful and sturdy haha. Derek’s yard is one of the largest and closest sniff spots to downtown Raleigh which is great if you can’t drive very far. We will be back!Mariam B.
Mariam B.
January 2023
Chance had a lot of fun. The yard was large enough for him to run at full speed and had great spots to explore. Chance says the sticks were plentiful and sturdy haha. Derek’s yard is one of the largest and closest sniff spots to downtown Raleigh which is great if you can’t drive very far. We will be back!
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55My boys are not used to big spaces, so they didn't even know what to do. The yard was clean, got a good amount of sun, and had plenty of toys. The neighborhood was quiet!Deborah S.
Deborah S.
March 2023
My boys are not used to big spaces, so they didn't even know what to do. The yard was clean, got a good amount of sun, and had plenty of toys. The neighborhood was quiet!
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55Cindy is amazingly kind and wonderful host. My dogs loved running around and sniffing! I was able to bring a ball thrower in for one of my dogs and Cindy was gracious and that was perfectly okay. I got stuck inside the gate and she was wonderful and helped me get out! Highly recommended beautiful yard wonderful spot so easy to get toChristine Z.
Christine Z.
May 2023
Cindy is amazingly kind and wonderful host. My dogs loved running around and sniffing! I was able to bring a ball thrower in for one of my dogs and Cindy was gracious and that was perfectly okay. I got stuck inside the gate and she was wonderful and helped me get out! Highly recommended beautiful yard wonderful spot so easy to get to
55Great spot that is just right outside the city. Quiet, woodsy area for my 2 dogs to play around. They had a blast! There was water and treats for both the dog and me! Lots of room and toys for the dogs to get all their energy out. I will definitely come here again! Ross S.
Ross S.
December 2021
Great spot that is just right outside the city. Quiet, woodsy area for my 2 dogs to play around. They had a blast! There was water and treats for both the dog and me! Lots of room and toys for the dogs to get all their energy out. I will definitely come here again!
55Lovely yard!! It’s practically all grass with nothing in the way which makes it great for frisbee or fetch. The owner was super nice, there was food left out for us and toys and water for our dog. There was also poop bags and she showed us where we could throw them out. We will definitely be back soon! Eliana C.
Eliana C.
December 2021
Lovely yard!! It’s practically all grass with nothing in the way which makes it great for frisbee or fetch. The owner was super nice, there was food left out for us and toys and water for our dog. There was also poop bags and she showed us where we could throw them out. We will definitely be back soon!
55This was a lovely place for our pups to run around! Perfect size for them to get out some energy, and the extra amenities like toys, a water bowl, snacks, etc. were so thoughtful and appreciated. Thank you for opening your yard to us!Alisha P.
Alisha P.
January 2022
This was a lovely place for our pups to run around! Perfect size for them to get out some energy, and the extra amenities like toys, a water bowl, snacks, etc. were so thoughtful and appreciated. Thank you for opening your yard to us!
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FAQ about our Garner 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 Garner 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 168 fully fenced dog parks in the area. If your dog is reactive to other dogs, you can visit one of our 35 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.
Sniffspot has 168 fully fenced dog parks in or near Garner. Browse all fully enclosed options.
Where are good dog hiking trails near Garner?
The Garner area has 10 Sniffspot locations with private trails for you and your dog to walk or hike. Dogs can generally be off leash on Sniffspot trails. The most popular trail is Rainbow Trails.