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
No other dogs during your visits
Only you and your dogs are allowed to enter a spot during the time you've booked it
Reactive dogs welcome
Many of the spots we list are designed with sensitive dogs in mind
Monthly memberships
Many of our dog parks have the option to access member-only benefits with a fixed monthly price
What people say about dog parks around Gastonia, North Carolina
angel s.
May 2023
Absolutely love this yard. Very big, plenty of shade and sunny spots. Completely fenced in and fencing is all complete and safe. Love that the host goes the extra step and sets up ice water and regular water for our little one. The host also set out treats and toys also food should it be needed and hand sanitizer which I loved lol. Lovely sitting area for the humans that is also shaded. My puppers loved being able to run and play without her leash or other dogs. 10/10 definitely will go back again!
Kelsey P.
April 2023
Selah's spot was amazing! Our pups had lots of space to safely run and play off leash and Selah even left peanut butter and water out for pups to enjoy!! Can't wait to return again!
Donna M.
March 2023
My 3 pups had a great time! Plenty of room for Charlie to fetch, Honey to explore and Baby Jake to chase them both around. We will definitely be back!
Maiara P.
March 2023
The yard was big and clean! They had snacks for humans and doggies and they even gave my dogs iced water!! Dogs had a great time! Highly recommend
Jaime F.
March 2023
Selah’s Place is wonderful! We took our 3 pups there (one who can be reactive) and all 3 had a great and calm time. The yard is nice and green, there are chairs for the parents and water and treats for the pups! When I messaged Selah, she responded back within just a few minutes. The neighborhood is quiet.
Ingrid J.
March 2023
My absolute favorite sniff spot! They always have snacks, water, and toys. The backyard is so big and quiet too! Perfect for reactive doggies. Definitely will be booking again and again!
Ingrid J.
January 2023
One of the best Sniffspot I’ve been to! The yard is big and it’s quiet no dogs able to be seen or heard. The toys and snacks were a nice touch. I will be back.
Sam M.
January 2023
As always, a wonderful experience! I wanted to leave another written review because I truly appreciate this spot and to share all our wonderful photos. Always worth it for the pups, thank you!
Michelle P.
January 2023
My dogs and I had a great time at Sharae's spot. The yard is flat and well-kept, and the fence is secure. She also has fresh water, toys, and treats available, which is great. We will definitely visit again!
Stefanie V.
December 2022
We are IMMENSELY grateful and in love with Sharae’s spot and kindness! She is always so incredibly generous with the human treats and doggie treats, and she always has so many awesome toys for them to play with! The pups had a BLAST! We are always witnessing a lot of firsts in their new sibling relationship and today was a magical time. Froggy hid his first bone ever in the little sand pit and Titan played more confidently with him today! This was also my mom’s first visit to Sharae’s with her new puppy, Onyx, and his face showed so much joy while he ran and got lots of cuddles. Thank you Sharae, always a memorable day here. <3
Sarah W.
December 2022
My dogs had a fantastic time! Sharae’s yard is very large, and well secured. She had water for the dogs (and human) as well as snacks. I would highly recommend taking your dogs. We will definitely be back.
YL C.
December 2022
Pup had a lot of fun running around in this yard. Clean and well-kept. Our host provided water and snacks for both humans and dogs - everyone had a great time!
Krissy D.
November 2022
The spot was clean and as represented in pictures. The dogs and I had a blast. Thank you so much!
Sam M.
November 2022
Titan had a wonderful time here, he loooves to smell every spot in some place new so with such a large spot, he probably spent over 20 minutes just sniffing around! He had a blast playing with the toys, the squeaky pig and frog were his favorites. And the extra refreshments were such a nice touch. The place is very secure and the wood fence makes it quite private. They were having some work done but no bother for our pup, certainly will be back in the future!
Stefanie V.
November 2022
Frog loveddddd his time here! This is actually the first time we felt like extending the reservation because he was having that much fun! It was also amazing for us with the extra commodities like the hot chocolate and chocolate chip muffin! My partner was in love with the muffin! Amazing fluffiness! We were so happy to see Frog enjoying all the toys and beautiful space! He was running like crazy all over the yard. He had plenty of water provided by Sharae and the sitting area by the patio was nice for when you need a little beak or just want to relax while your pup is adventuring about. Overall extremely clean, extremely cozy and super fun. We’re so excited for this place, we can’t wait to come back very soon!
Donna M.
October 2022
The dogs were having so much fun that we extended our visit before driving back home! Great space for Charlie to fetch and Honey to explore. We will be coming back!
Laüra G.
September 2022
Loved the spot!! Really nice space, well kept with plenty of space to run!
It was a lovely touch to have snacks and refreshments for the humans and doggies!
Andrea J.
September 2022
This was wonderful, a very peaceful yet fun yard. I really appreciated the communication after I booked. My Catahoula loved running up and down the yard doing zoomies. :) It was so kind of them to leave snacks for the dog and the human. I will definitely book again sometime.
Jessica J.
September 2022
Fence was perfect, yard was wonderful the dogs had a great time running around playing and even ate some of the ice she laid out! She even left snacks for us humans and peanut butter for the dogs!
Kaitlyn O.
August 2022
Sharae’s space was so enjoyable! We brought our big pup and she enjoyed the spaciousness. There were a variety of toys to chose from and the host left out ice water and water for ourselves, as well. We got comfortable on the trampoline for our hour visit and had a nice relaxing time while our pup played and ran around. Will definitely be returning!
What other types of private dog parks are available?
Dog water parks
Many hosts have added water features like pools and/or are nearby lakes or rivers.
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. 97% of reviews on Sniffspot visits in the Gastonia 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 94 fully fenced dog parks in the area. If your dog is reactive to other dogs, you can visit one of our 31 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.
Does Gastonia have any fully fenced dog parks?
Sniffspot has 94 fully fenced dog parks in or near Gastonia. Browse all fully enclosed options.
Where are good dog hiking trails near Gastonia?
The Gastonia area has 12 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 The Canine Traveler.
Are there dog agility courses for rent in Gastonia?
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