Rent safe and private small dog parks hosted by locals in Highland Hills, Ohio

Sniffspot's private dog parks are the best way to exercise your dog. We have the best variety and the best priced dog parks anywhere!

Popular private small dog parks near Highland Hills, Ohio

Sami's Shangri-La In Lakewood

Our spot is named after our rescue chihuahua, Sami! (Formerly Claire's Oasis) I have a small fully fenced backyard, that will have everything you and your dog will need for a fun & relaxing visit. It's a private oasis for both dogs and humans. There's a good mix of sun and shade from the large mature trees and the patio umbrella. Our yard has many raised beds full of flowers and veggies along with a pollinator garden in the back part of the yard. We are a pesticide free/ organic yard, and I spray Wondercide cedar oil for flea and tick control once a month. Squirrels like to visit our yard, and your dog is welcome to chase them away if they're into that! 🐿️ For the dogs, we will have: a water bowl, waste bags, an elevated cooling dog bed, and a splash pad that connects to the hose available for you to use. You can also use our sprayer hose attachment if "spray me directly in the mouth" is more of your dog's vibe. (Just please turn the water off at the spigot when not using it) For the humans: There are two rattan seats available along with a 6 seater patio set with umbrella. I'll have bug spray, sunblock, hand sanitizer, snacks, and bottled water available. And two towels for drying off. Please feel free to use the bluetooth speaker on the table to play music! We do have a blackberry & raspberry bush in the back of the yard if you'd like to pick a berry treat for your dog. (but please don't pick anything else without asking me first). Please don't let your dog dig in the gardens or the yard, and please throw any garbage and bagged dog waste into the large black trash bin near the garage. There is a chimenea and wood pile available for you to use weather permitting. Used dog water bowls go through our dishwasher in-between guests and I try to keep my yard and the toys as clean as possible. I will be inside but available, if you need anything during your visit!

Fully Fenced
0.06 acres
5(5)
$15 dog / hour
Lakewood, OH
Private Pond Pooch Paradise

Our property sits 1200+ feet off of the main road and is a total of 28 acres. There are neighboring properties that are 50 acres and 80 acres so no close homes in most directions. We are located approximately 1 mile from West Branch State Park. The property has a clean swimming pond, a walkable forest area with some established trails that are currently covered with leaves. We are a working farm with about 8 acres of crops. There is a large 3 acre wheat field in the front great for ball throwing. The remaining non crop acres are walking paths with some cut grass and yard. We do not have any livestock but our neighbors have cows. There is a secure fence on one side of our property that keeps the cows in their pasture. They’ve never visited us! Neighboring properties are also farms with over 100 acres of open land, woods and crops surrounding our property with no main or visible roads. You can see houses on one side of the property and that’s where the cows live! They have dogs but they’ve never visited us. We do have 2 well behaved German Shorthaired Pointers named River and Remmy who run freely on the property. However we will keep them inside when guests use the property. We have a bench to sit on in a shaded area around the pond for relaxing. The woods are beautiful to walk about as well. There is a large rock in the woods to take a rest on with an amazing ravine creek view. Our property is large and not fenced so dogs with impeccable recall should enjoy the freedom to play, run, swim, sniff and explore. Leashed walks are also welcome. Long leads can also be used. Because we are so far off of any main roads you will feel comfortable here! Your pups are welcome to swim in the pond during your visit. During recent rains our property stays mainly dry and the woods are relatively dry as well as there are many leaves covering the ground. In the winter when the ground is frozen it’s a beautiful walk.

Unfenced
28 acres
5(26)
$20 dog / hour
Ravenna, OH

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Why rent private small dog parks in Highland Hills, Ohio?
FeaturesSniffspotPublic park
Designed for private play
Rentable by the hour
Off leash options
Very large and/or fully fenced options
Pricing$5 - $15 per dog per hourFree
How do Highland Hills'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

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 small dog parks around Highland Hills, Ohio

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Kim T.
September 2022
Wonderful spot and my senior pup had a blast running around! He was completely pooped after less than a half hour!
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Ricky S.
August 2022
Exactly as listed. Secure private fencing & gate. Little agility course, toys, water bowl & hose, and even left out a complimentary bag of treats and bug spray to use if needed! I was running behind and messaged to ask if I could move the appointment back an hour and they agreed, very accommodating.
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Danielle S.
August 2022
The fence was tall and very secure. There were dog toys available as well as a little agility course. Did have dog bowl and access to water.
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Kelly F.
August 2022
Easy to access the yard and water. Great amenities between pup toys, agility equipment, and hammock. It was great to be able to give my energetic puppy an opportunity to run around a bit while we are visiting family who don’t have fenced in yards.
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Lisa S.
July 2022
Great yard near the city but still feels private enough with the fence there for my reactive pup to not be focused on other people/animals. It was so great to be able to see him roam around and sniff to his heart’s content!
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Brooke H.
May 2023
We had a great time at this Sniffspot! Nice shaded yard with lots of room to run around and toys provided for entertainment. My toddler enjoyed running around it as much as my dog. Would recommend!
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Michael G.
March 2023
Great yard. Perfect size for my dog to get some energy out. He loved it. Definitely will be back on a regular basis.
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Melissa S.
June 2023
We had an amazing time! Daisy loved the woods and splashing in the water! Definitely wear pants and sturdy shoes! We will definitely be visiting again!
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Michael W.
June 2023
Great place! An open field for the dogs to run around which leads to a ravine with a creek and waterfall. Will for sure come back.
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Danielle S.
May 2023
Big open field with access to wooded area with small stream. There are some bridges in disrepair so be careful around that. Host was also met us upon arrival, was kind and explained property, and left towels to dry the dogs off. Our pups had a blast and we will be back.
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Patricia B.
April 2023
Beautiful spot!!! The host is very nice and the spot is gorgeous with a lot of woods, waterfalls and hiking!
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Tina M.
August 2023
William (Brindle Retriever Mix) and Karla (Rhodesian Ridgeback-Shar Pei Mix) had a blast! They ran around chasing each other and played fetch the ball in the large yard. Plus, they had the space to play tug-of war, which is their favorite game. I had never seen William and Karla this happy. It was a pleasure to be able to use this Sniffspot.
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Tina M.
April 2023
The yard size was perfect for my dog to run and play. We liked the shaded area spot in the back. The location is perfect. It was easy to find and quickly access. We recommend for anyone who needs a fenced in yard or outside area for their dogs in a nice friendly neighborhood.
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Tara M.
June 2023
My dog had a great time, and was exhausted all afternoon after leaving. The yard is a great size, and is very clean. If you arrange to also play with the host dog, the pup is a sweetie!
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Madi A.
June 2023
Had a great time! Fencing was secure enough that i had no concerns even with my 5lb dog that has squeezed under fences before. Yard clean and well maintained, fresh water and toys were available. The only negative (which is not the fault of host) was a child behind the hosts yard hanging over the fence trying to get dogs attention, even after being asked multiple times to please stop. The dog in that yard also attempted fence fighting. Again, no fault of the hosts, just something to be aware of!
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Shannon P.
June 2023
The yard was clean and well taken care of, fresh water was provided and my dogs had a great time. The yard is dryer than other places I've gone, which is a nice benefit and we even went the day after some rain!
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Nikki B.
May 2023
This was a great spot!!! Very large yard with some toys & fresh water. The host was great & communicated very well. Entering & exiting the spot was easy & convenient! I’ll definitely visit again.
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Mireya M.
May 2023
This was my first experience using Sniffspot and my pup enjoyed every second. Great space and Alpesh kindly put out fresh water and toys that my dog could play with. We’ll definitely be back again!
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Chris B.
May 2023
Alpesh was an amazing host, communication was A1. He has an amazing space completely fenced in. He had water bowls and poop bags for us. This was my first time using Sniffspot and I plan to be a repeat guest.
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Marco O.
February 2023
Alpesh was a great host! He greeted us when we arrived, and he made a wonderful space for our dogs to run around. There were a couple balls that we were able to use for fetch. We forgot a water bowl for the dogs. This would be a great thing to leave outside for your guests in the future Alpesh! Hope to be back soon :)

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.
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Fully fenced dog parks
Very popular choice, perfect to contain your dogs if they are escape artists or if they are not good at recall.
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Dog hiking trails
Some of our best spots have hiking trails in wonderful natural settings.
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Dog agility parks
Some hosts have implemented full agility courses to train your dogs in a private environment.
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Dog fields
Many of the listed spots are large pastures, fields and have farm animals that can be sighted.
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Dog beaches
Some spots are conveniently located by the sea or have sand and other beach features.
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Indoor dog parks
A good alternative to do activities with your dogs on a rainy day and unpleasant weather in general.
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FAQ about our Highland Hills 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 Highland Hills?
There are 100 small dog parks in the Highland Hills area. The most popular small dog park is Indoor/Outdoor Private Park - Downtown Cleveland. 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 Highland Hills area range from $10 and $16. The least expensive small dog park is Rockstar Dog Park: the Ultimate Playground. The most expensive small dog park is Indoor/Outdoor Private Park - Downtown Cleveland. 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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