Rita's Barkyard | Sniffspot
https://data.sniffspot.com/full-fit-in/768x512/Photos/Spots/138910/486AE8EA-E189-4F9A-AB58-0DA777A34FBD.jpghttps://data.sniffspot.com/full-fit-in/768x512/Photos/Spots/138910/45995920-E8EB-453C-B3AA-0143577936F4.jpghttps://data.sniffspot.com/full-fit-in/768x512/Photos/Spots/138910/FC58451B-F118-4F68-9298-6C76C6212D54.jpghttps://data.sniffspot.com/full-fit-in/768x512/Photos/Spots/138910/C39B6EC7-F561-41FF-8BDC-4915C955A0C2.jpghttps://data.sniffspot.com/full-fit-in/768x512/Photos/Spots/138910/847BB317-4EE2-4D14-84A6-6DC83D486355.jpg-
invoice
LakevilleMinnesota55044US
5.029
55Great space and they’ve thought of everything you could need! The...
55Such a great spot! Super clean and spacious. The hill was a nice...
55Love coming back! Many toys, bags, and covered trash can, are...
55The hill was a fun feature for my dogs, and they loved chasing each...
55Great spot :)
55Unfortunately we didn't take any pics, but it was a great yard, and...
55My dogs loved running up and down the hill! Was good exercise for my...
55Repeat customer. Always a clean and presentable yard. Very quiet...
55This was a great spot for our 10 month old German Shepherd to play....
55Awesome yard! Toys, garage can, and poop bags are provided. The hill...
Sniffspotsupport@sniffspot.comUnited States
David AdamsFounder
Rita's Barkyard - Lakeville, Minnesota #1
Rita's Barkyard - Lakeville, Minnesota #2
Rita's Barkyard - Lakeville, Minnesota #3
+59

Rita's Barkyard

Lakeville, Minnesota
Fully Fenced
0.4 acres
5.0029 Reviews

Rita's Barkyard

Lakeville, Minnesota
Host avatar
Hosted by Rita K.
5.0029 Reviews
Fully Fenced
0.4 acres
Rita's Barkyard - Lakeville, Minnesota
Rita's Barkyard - Lakeville, Minnesota
Rita's Barkyard - Lakeville, Minnesota

Fencing

100% of guests said fencing at this spot was secure enough to contain their dogs

This spot is fully fenced

Info provided by host

Note from host

Fully fenced in yard - 6 ft privacy fence on sides, and 4 ft black chain link in the back with some tall pine trees and shrubbery.

Fencing height

4 feet (at lowest point)

Gaps or holes in fence

No gaps

Enclosure

fully fenced

Fencing height (at lowest point)

4 feet

100% of guests said fencing at this spot was secure enough to contain their dogs

Gaps or holes in fence: No gaps

Fencing details: Fully fenced in yard - 6 ft privacy fence on sides, and 4 ft black chain link in the back with some tall pine trees and shrubbery.


Designed for private play

Only the people and dogs in your booking are allowed in the spot during your visit.

Distractions seen/heard from the spot

Other dogsSometimes

Other dogs

HOST REPORTS

Sometimes

My dog will be inside, will keep her from barking. My neighbors on the left side have 2 dogs that are contained by an invisible fence. They may bark upon entry/exit, but enter on the right side to avoid interactions.

GUEST FEEDBACK

27% of guests saw/heard

Designed for private play

Only the people and dogs in your booking are allowed in the spot during your visit.

Other domestic animalsSometimes

Other domestic animals

HOST REPORTS

Sometimes

2 indoor cats may be in the window, they won’t be coming outside.

GUEST FEEDBACK

5% of guests saw/heard

Designed for private play

Only the people and dogs in your booking are allowed in the spot during your visit.

Other peopleSometimes

Other people

HOST REPORTS

Sometimes

We will keep out of your way or will not be home. Neighborhood is generally quiet, neighbors on either side usually aren’t outside much, and neighbors behind us have kids and a dog (invisible fence), but we’re separated not only by the fence but trees and shrubs, so there aren’t likely any interactions.

GUEST FEEDBACK

35% of guests saw/heard

Designed for private play

Only the people and dogs in your booking are allowed in the spot during your visit.

Private entryYes

Private entry

Yes (Always)

Please enter through RIGHT gate. To open: Push kind of hard on the button until it goes all the way in, then open To close: Lift to line it up and lock it

Designed for private play

Only the people and dogs in your booking are allowed in the spot during your visit.


Amenities

Dog drinking water

Chairs

Dog toys

Rain shelter / sun shade

Trash can

Hand sanitizer


Pricing
7 credits per dog per hour

50% off all dogs after the 1st dog

Member get discounts on all bookings at all spots by buying monthly credits!

Learn more

Location

Lakeville, Minnesota

Description

0.4 acres fully fenced in and private. Have your pup chase a frisbee or ball and run up and down the hill. It’s tiring! 😅 Winter: We have a hill that will challenge and tire your pup up running through the snow! ❄️ Toys, trash, and water bowl are available (no water after hose is winterized) Spring: I will block off days when the yard is too wet, as it takes a while for it to dry after a heavy rainfall or quick snow melt due to the hill. Summer/Late Spring/Early Fall: We have a few chairs 🪑 on the deck and umbrella ☂️ as well as a water bowl 💧 and hose if your pup needs water or to cool off.

Cleanliness

100% of guests said this spot was as clean as expected during their visit.

Hazards

HOST NOTE

Exercise caution to avoid tripping and falling on uneven rocks, steps, ground, leaves, grasses. Ground may be wet due to recent rainfall, sprinkler use, snow, and other weather conditions. Not all plants are pup or small children safe, please ensure your dog or child does not ingest anything. There may be insects or small wild animals that could sting or bite. Guests assume all risks.

Host Rules

Minimum visit length
1.0 hour
Required advanced notice for visits
2 hours
Max dogs per booking
5
Is the host present?
I generally do not meet my guests
Additional rules

- No dogs on the patio furniture - 12 years and under on the playground - No deliveries of any kind - including food, drink, etc.


Community safety rules
Dogs must be leashed when entering and exiting the spot.
Make sure the area is safe and secure before bringing your dog in.
Never enter a spot before your booking start time and never leave late.
Pick up after your dogs. Leave the spot as it was when you arrived.
Always review and abide by spot specific rules.
Unless otherwise stated, restrooms are not available on site.

Booking Policies

Community safety rules
Dogs must be leashed when entering and exiting the spot.
Make sure the area is safe and secure before bringing your dog in.
Never enter a spot before your booking start time and never leave late.
Pick up after your dogs. Leave the spot as it was when you arrived.
Always review and abide by spot specific rules.
Unless otherwise stated, restrooms are not available on site.

In addition, please make sure to read Sniffspot's booking policies


Booking Policies
Only one booking is allowed at a time at any spot and there is an enforced 30 min buffer between all bookings to ensure dogs in separate bookings do not meet.
This spot is set for Booking, which means you will be instantly confirmed for any booking you request. You will receive the address and access instruction immediately following booking.
Visits can be moved or cancelled up to 2 hours before a visit.
Visits can be extended and dogs can be added throughout the visit.

5.00 (29 Reviews)

See all reviews
With comments first

All reviews

Meet your host

Rita K.

Joined in July 2024


Other spots nearby

Private dog park
5(40)

Your Dog's Happy Place: Barbara and Joel's Dog Sitting Private Sniffspot in Rosemount

Fully Fenced
0.25 acres

Nice flat, fully fenced yard, safe for your pup to run and smell to their heart's content! Please use the gate on the garage side of the house for entry, and please be sure to clip the carabiner on your way out. Water is always fresh and full with our auto-filling dog bowl! We run a dog sitting and daycare business via www.bandjpawsandstay.com so your pup may get to say "Hi!" to some friends inside the house (though we do our best to keep them away from windows). Is there an amenity you wish we had? Feedback is welcomed! Thanks for visiting!

"Our dogs had a good visit! Nice fenced in yard with a patio area. " more

6 credits dog / hour

Rosemount, MN

Private dog park
4.5(4)

Large Fully Fenced Yard For Dogs To Enjoy in Rosemount

Fully Fenced
0.25 acres

Two options for parking and access to backyard. Option 1: Side street parking (closest to white gate). Please note if using this access point, if the two Bernese mountain dogs across the street are outside, they most likely will come and say hi. They are both very friendly. It is out of my control to prevent this from happening. Perhaps a good training opportunity with your dog? Or if you want to avoid this from happening, please use parking option two directly across the street from my house. And enter through the chain link gate between my house and the neighbor. The neighbor on the shared fence side does have two small dogs. And the surrounding neighbors have dogs as well. Again, it is out of my control when they will be outside. The patio furniture on the deck is available for you to use while your dog is exploring.

"This was a great Sniffspot! The yard is the perfect size—not too big..." more

10 credits dog / hour

Rosemount, MN

Private dog park
5(935)

Chelsea's Private Dog Haven In Bloomington

Fully Fenced
1 acre

Fully fenced acre backyard with a huge patio, chairs and table, a pavilion with couches, and lots of places for pups to play (and for humans to relax!). There is a big hill. Please note during winter (November until beginning of May) the following things are not available due to snow and freezing temps: chairs, water, and hoses ❄️

"Beautiful area and lots of room for two dogs. My pups were super..." more

18 credits dog / hour

Minneapolis, MN

Private dog park
4.8(166)

Thomas's 75 Acre Unfenced Private Dog Park In Farmington

Unfenced
75 acres

90 minute time slot. We have an open 70 acres surrounding a private pond with a trail thru the fields and woods around nature. The time allotment is 90 minutes only. We ask that our guests park by the barn and go straight to the lake then to the left around the lake. Trails are marked. It is about a 1 mile trail or more. trails are not plowed open in the winter but are perfect for snow shoeing, hiking an fat tire bikes in the snow on the trails or perfect spring to fall on the maintained trails.

"Amazing, large spot for the dogs to run and explore! First time here,..." more

20 credits dog / hour

Farmington, MN

Private dog park
5(163)

Happy Hounds Sniffspot 🐕

Fully Fenced
0.3 acres

Happy Spring Everyone! We are open for the Spring/Summer/Fall seasons---come play! 💗😊🐕 Happy Hounds is a big, fully-fenced (6ft) yard perfect for fetch and exercise. We offer toys, dog treats, seating for humans, and plenty of space for off-leash zoomies! A "puppy pool" (kiddie pool) is available upon request (May through August) at no extra cost. We wash all toys, water dishes, human-handled surfaces and seating between each visit. Your health and your dog's health matter to us! Have fun! 😊

"Toys available, everything well labeled! Thanks!" more

5 credits dog / hour

Apple Valley, MN

Private dog park
5(83)

Boba's Backyard Getaway

Fully Fenced
0.25 acres

Located minutes from the trails in Thompson park, enjoy a private backyard to get away from the crowds! Enter on left side of driveway through gate. Please park on the street first, if the is street Is full then park in the driveway. There is also a garbage located right before you enter the backyard, please use that for any waste. Any questions or concerns please send me a message.

"Really cool spot with lots of places to sniff and explore!!" more

10 credits dog / hour

Saint Paul, MN

Private dog park
5(176)

Ally's Fully Fenced Yard For Dogs To Rent In Minneapolis

Fully Fenced
0.11 acres

Our yard is fully fenced with plenty of room to run around and throw a ball. The property spans three lots, so it is a large yard for the city. There is a small gap (~6 inches) between the ground and the fence in a few spots. This isn’t an issue for the majority of pups, but FYI if your dog is small and likes to escape.

"Our dogs had lots of fun sniffing around. The yard is spacious for a..." more

10 credits dog / hour

Minneapolis, MN

Private dog park
5(835)

Crazy Acres Sniffspot - spacious space for you & your dog!

Fully Fenced
0.9 acres

Our Sniffspot is less than 10 min off 35W. The space if fully fenced and almost a full acre. This fence is along the road and isn't connected to any buildings. The space is a gradual hill so you will get a workout walking around the space.

"This was a great spot. Big space, an available toy box, fencing..." more

11 credits dog / hour

Lakeville, MN

Private dog park
4.9(13)

Daniel's Fully Fenced Yard For Dogs To Rent In Saint Paul Park

Fully Fenced
0.25 acres

🌳🐾 The Quiet Canine Retreat in Saint Paul Park 🐾🌳 This .25-acre backyard is the perfect spot for you and your pup! The entire area is enclosed by a sturdy, six-foot wooden privacy fence. Located in a quiet Saint Paul Park, this spot is conveniently situated near the I-10 freeway and Cottage Grove for easy travel and is located on a low-traffic block. Accessing the yard is simple and private via a designated side gate entry, allowing for quick and discrete entrance and exit. Multiple dogs are allowed. Please pick up after your pets with the scooper and bin provided.

"Large yard" more

4 credits dog / hour

Saint Paul Park, MN

Private dog park
5(241)

Quiet fenced yard in Eagan - reactive and fearful dogs welcome!

Fully Fenced
0.25 acres

DISCOUNT CODE Through Dec 2025, rescue families receive $2 off use of our yard. We love a good rescue story! Send us a bit of info about your rescue pup and receive a promo code for $2 off your visit! Ann ******* We are a rescue friendly home, specializing in training and advocating for dogs with behavior challenges. We know how hard it can be to find a quiet yard to train your reactive or fearful dog and we would love to help. Located in a quiet Eagan culdesac, our fenced .34 acre backyard is well-maintained and provides room to run. Let us know if we can be of help! Ann & Adam Maves (and our resident pups) Feel free to use the screened-in porch while your pups play. We offer indoor and outdoor seating with television access (during the summer months). Wifi information provided upon request!

"Quiet area, just white noise of traffic on area highway, owners have..." more

11 credits dog / hour

Eagan, MN

Rita's Barkyard

7 credits per dog per hour
5.00
(29)
7 credits per dog per hour

Other spots nearby

Private dog park
5(40)

Your Dog's Happy Place: Barbara and Joel's Dog Sitting Private Sniffspot in Rosemount

Fully Fenced
0.25 acres

Nice flat, fully fenced yard, safe for your pup to run and smell to their heart's content! Please use the gate on the garage side of the house for entry, and please be sure to clip the carabiner on your way out. Water is always fresh and full with our auto-filling dog bowl! We run a dog sitting and daycare business via www.bandjpawsandstay.com so your pup may get to say "Hi!" to some friends inside the house (though we do our best to keep them away from windows). Is there an amenity you wish we had? Feedback is welcomed! Thanks for visiting!

"Our dogs had a good visit! Nice fenced in yard with a patio area. " more

6 credits dog / hour

Rosemount, MN

Private dog park
4.5(4)

Large Fully Fenced Yard For Dogs To Enjoy in Rosemount

Fully Fenced
0.25 acres

Two options for parking and access to backyard. Option 1: Side street parking (closest to white gate). Please note if using this access point, if the two Bernese mountain dogs across the street are outside, they most likely will come and say hi. They are both very friendly. It is out of my control to prevent this from happening. Perhaps a good training opportunity with your dog? Or if you want to avoid this from happening, please use parking option two directly across the street from my house. And enter through the chain link gate between my house and the neighbor. The neighbor on the shared fence side does have two small dogs. And the surrounding neighbors have dogs as well. Again, it is out of my control when they will be outside. The patio furniture on the deck is available for you to use while your dog is exploring.

"This was a great Sniffspot! The yard is the perfect size—not too big..." more

10 credits dog / hour

Rosemount, MN

Private dog park
5(935)

Chelsea's Private Dog Haven In Bloomington

Fully Fenced
1 acre

Fully fenced acre backyard with a huge patio, chairs and table, a pavilion with couches, and lots of places for pups to play (and for humans to relax!). There is a big hill. Please note during winter (November until beginning of May) the following things are not available due to snow and freezing temps: chairs, water, and hoses ❄️

"Beautiful area and lots of room for two dogs. My pups were super..." more

18 credits dog / hour

Minneapolis, MN

Private dog park
4.8(166)

Thomas's 75 Acre Unfenced Private Dog Park In Farmington

Unfenced
75 acres

90 minute time slot. We have an open 70 acres surrounding a private pond with a trail thru the fields and woods around nature. The time allotment is 90 minutes only. We ask that our guests park by the barn and go straight to the lake then to the left around the lake. Trails are marked. It is about a 1 mile trail or more. trails are not plowed open in the winter but are perfect for snow shoeing, hiking an fat tire bikes in the snow on the trails or perfect spring to fall on the maintained trails.

"Amazing, large spot for the dogs to run and explore! First time here,..." more

20 credits dog / hour

Farmington, MN

Private dog park
5(163)

Happy Hounds Sniffspot 🐕

Fully Fenced
0.3 acres

Happy Spring Everyone! We are open for the Spring/Summer/Fall seasons---come play! 💗😊🐕 Happy Hounds is a big, fully-fenced (6ft) yard perfect for fetch and exercise. We offer toys, dog treats, seating for humans, and plenty of space for off-leash zoomies! A "puppy pool" (kiddie pool) is available upon request (May through August) at no extra cost. We wash all toys, water dishes, human-handled surfaces and seating between each visit. Your health and your dog's health matter to us! Have fun! 😊

"Toys available, everything well labeled! Thanks!" more

5 credits dog / hour

Apple Valley, MN

Private dog park
5(83)

Boba's Backyard Getaway

Fully Fenced
0.25 acres

Located minutes from the trails in Thompson park, enjoy a private backyard to get away from the crowds! Enter on left side of driveway through gate. Please park on the street first, if the is street Is full then park in the driveway. There is also a garbage located right before you enter the backyard, please use that for any waste. Any questions or concerns please send me a message.

"Really cool spot with lots of places to sniff and explore!!" more

10 credits dog / hour

Saint Paul, MN

Private dog park
5(176)

Ally's Fully Fenced Yard For Dogs To Rent In Minneapolis

Fully Fenced
0.11 acres

Our yard is fully fenced with plenty of room to run around and throw a ball. The property spans three lots, so it is a large yard for the city. There is a small gap (~6 inches) between the ground and the fence in a few spots. This isn’t an issue for the majority of pups, but FYI if your dog is small and likes to escape.

"Our dogs had lots of fun sniffing around. The yard is spacious for a..." more

10 credits dog / hour

Minneapolis, MN

Private dog park
5(835)

Crazy Acres Sniffspot - spacious space for you & your dog!

Fully Fenced
0.9 acres

Our Sniffspot is less than 10 min off 35W. The space if fully fenced and almost a full acre. This fence is along the road and isn't connected to any buildings. The space is a gradual hill so you will get a workout walking around the space.

"This was a great spot. Big space, an available toy box, fencing..." more

11 credits dog / hour

Lakeville, MN

Private dog park
4.9(13)

Daniel's Fully Fenced Yard For Dogs To Rent In Saint Paul Park

Fully Fenced
0.25 acres

🌳🐾 The Quiet Canine Retreat in Saint Paul Park 🐾🌳 This .25-acre backyard is the perfect spot for you and your pup! The entire area is enclosed by a sturdy, six-foot wooden privacy fence. Located in a quiet Saint Paul Park, this spot is conveniently situated near the I-10 freeway and Cottage Grove for easy travel and is located on a low-traffic block. Accessing the yard is simple and private via a designated side gate entry, allowing for quick and discrete entrance and exit. Multiple dogs are allowed. Please pick up after your pets with the scooper and bin provided.

"Large yard" more

4 credits dog / hour

Saint Paul Park, MN

Private dog park
5(241)

Quiet fenced yard in Eagan - reactive and fearful dogs welcome!

Fully Fenced
0.25 acres

DISCOUNT CODE Through Dec 2025, rescue families receive $2 off use of our yard. We love a good rescue story! Send us a bit of info about your rescue pup and receive a promo code for $2 off your visit! Ann ******* We are a rescue friendly home, specializing in training and advocating for dogs with behavior challenges. We know how hard it can be to find a quiet yard to train your reactive or fearful dog and we would love to help. Located in a quiet Eagan culdesac, our fenced .34 acre backyard is well-maintained and provides room to run. Let us know if we can be of help! Ann & Adam Maves (and our resident pups) Feel free to use the screened-in porch while your pups play. We offer indoor and outdoor seating with television access (during the summer months). Wifi information provided upon request!

"Quiet area, just white noise of traffic on area highway, owners have..." more

11 credits dog / hour

Eagan, MN