55This was our first time using Sniffspot. Michael reached out after we reserved to let us know there was water/mud due to the rains, which we were prepared for. The boys had a great time - and then baths when we got home! There were neighborhood dogs but they were not an issue for our dogs - mine ran the fence with one of them for a while and the others were just hanging out so we had no issuesLori G.
Lori G.
February 2023
This was our first time using Sniffspot. Michael reached out after we reserved to let us know there was water/mud due to the rains, which we were prepared for. The boys had a great time - and then baths when we got home! There were neighborhood dogs but they were not an issue for our dogs - mine ran the fence with one of them for a while and the others were just hanging out so we had no issues
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55My dogs had a great time here! It was muddy from the rain but the owner let us know ahead of time! My dog had a lot of fun jumping in the puddles and running around! It’s a great spot for dogs to run around and burn off some energy! We’ll definitely be back! Marisol G.
Marisol G.
March 2023
My dogs had a great time here! It was muddy from the rain but the owner let us know ahead of time! My dog had a lot of fun jumping in the puddles and running around! It’s a great spot for dogs to run around and burn off some energy! We’ll definitely be back!
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55Amazing spot! Thor had such a fantastic time, there was so much to play with and so much room in which to do so. There was plenty of comfortable seating, the stick library was adorable and possibly Thor’s favorite part he’ll be bringing some to donate next time. The host was kind and responsive. If I could give more stars I would.Teresa A.
Teresa A.
March 2023
Amazing spot! Thor had such a fantastic time, there was so much to play with and so much room in which to do so. There was plenty of comfortable seating, the stick library was adorable and possibly Thor’s favorite part he’ll be bringing some to donate next time. The host was kind and responsive. If I could give more stars I would.
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55wide open space to play or train your pets. Keep in mind though with all the rain, you’re gonna have a dirty pup to take home. They both had such fun, and 10/10 would recommend and come again! Cassandra S.
Cassandra S.
April 2023
wide open space to play or train your pets. Keep in mind though with all the rain, you’re gonna have a dirty pup to take home. They both had such fun, and 10/10 would recommend and come again!
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55Thor loves this place he was so excited the moment he realized we’d arrived. The owners take such great care of the property such a great spot.Teresa A.
Teresa A.
April 2023
Thor loves this place he was so excited the moment he realized we’d arrived. The owners take such great care of the property such a great spot.
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55Such a perfect SniffSpot! There is so much to do, but our dog got the most enjoyment out of running around the large yard and rolling in the mud. I can’t wait to bring him back again.
Location is easy to find and access during reserved hours. There are many amenities like toys, poop scooper and bags. We really liked the seating area and shade. In the seating area there was even a grass mat for your dog to sit in the shade and cool off from playtime too. Our dog loved that.
10/10, thank you for putting in so much effort into creating a safe, fun dog park for our pup. Jenn S.
Jenn S.
April 2023
Such a perfect SniffSpot! There is so much to do, but our dog got the most enjoyment out of running around the large yard and rolling in the mud. I can’t wait to bring him back again.
Location is easy to find and access during reserved hours. There are many amenities like toys, poop scooper and bags. We really liked the seating area and shade. In the seating area there was even a grass mat for your dog to sit in the shade and cool off from playtime too. Our dog loved that.
10/10, thank you for putting in so much effort into creating a safe, fun dog park for our pup.
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55First time going to a sniff spot and it was a great experience. If your dog is barrier aggressive I’d recommend staying away from the neighbors side because there dogs will bark at the fence line but other than that the space was clean, there was enough space to sit and relax and my dog really enjoyed the ball bin! Clarissa C.
Clarissa C.
April 2023
First time going to a sniff spot and it was a great experience. If your dog is barrier aggressive I’d recommend staying away from the neighbors side because there dogs will bark at the fence line but other than that the space was clean, there was enough space to sit and relax and my dog really enjoyed the ball bin!
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55Another great day at the Sniffspot. It was completely dry this time so no muddy dogs going home. Neighbor dogs are there but didn’t bother our dogs or bark at all while we were thereLori G.
Lori G.
April 2023
Another great day at the Sniffspot. It was completely dry this time so no muddy dogs going home. Neighbor dogs are there but didn’t bother our dogs or bark at all while we were there
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55Great spot! Nice and big with lots of equipment, balls, sticks, and lots of great stuff to sniff. There are other dogs in the area who might come up to the fence line, so heads up if your dogs are reactive. Our two thought this was a great bonus. They've been napping all afternoon. We'll definitely come to this spot again!Jacob L.
Jacob L.
April 2023
Great spot! Nice and big with lots of equipment, balls, sticks, and lots of great stuff to sniff. There are other dogs in the area who might come up to the fence line, so heads up if your dogs are reactive. Our two thought this was a great bonus. They've been napping all afternoon. We'll definitely come to this spot again!
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55My dogs loved this spot! Also loved that there were toys available for them to play with :) Matthew was communicative and sent me a message beforehand with some info (like to bring water). Chelsea S.
Chelsea S.
June 2023
My dogs loved this spot! Also loved that there were toys available for them to play with :) Matthew was communicative and sent me a message beforehand with some info (like to bring water).
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55Awesome place, host was super hospitable and came out to chat with us. Our dogs loved it and they worked out all their energy and are now asleep on the couch, out like lights!Zach F.
Zach F.
July 2023
Awesome place, host was super hospitable and came out to chat with us. Our dogs loved it and they worked out all their energy and are now asleep on the couch, out like lights!
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55Awesome spot!! There’s some burrs in the field that could be a problem for long haired dogs but we didn’t have any issues - no burrs in his paws or hair! There are dogs on the other side of one of the fences but after saying hi they moved onto something else. The location itself has tons of attention to detail with toys, sticks, agility equipment, tires, etc! Abby B.
Abby B.
January 2024
Awesome spot!! There’s some burrs in the field that could be a problem for long haired dogs but we didn’t have any issues - no burrs in his paws or hair! There are dogs on the other side of one of the fences but after saying hi they moved onto something else. The location itself has tons of attention to detail with toys, sticks, agility equipment, tires, etc!
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55Fun sniffspot to go to if you’re in Fresno! Our dachshund and frenchies had a great time! There is fun obstacles for them to play on and plenty of safe space (gated)! there was some spiky plants 🌱 but we were prepared for that! Sarah C.
Sarah C.
January 2024
Fun sniffspot to go to if you’re in Fresno! Our dachshund and frenchies had a great time! There is fun obstacles for them to play on and plenty of safe space (gated)! there was some spiky plants 🌱 but we were prepared for that!
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55The area was great, the neighbors were nice, the dogs were friendly in the neighbors yards, and the views around the property were beautiful too. My dogs had a great time. My only worry of the day were the thorns that are everywhere. I had to pick some out of my dogs paws which were noticeably painful when they got poked. So a minor suggestion would be to eradicate those thorny plants. Other than that this was a great Sniffspot and we would love to return. Jamie F.
Jamie F.
February 2024
The area was great, the neighbors were nice, the dogs were friendly in the neighbors yards, and the views around the property were beautiful too. My dogs had a great time. My only worry of the day were the thorns that are everywhere. I had to pick some out of my dogs paws which were noticeably painful when they got poked. So a minor suggestion would be to eradicate those thorny plants. Other than that this was a great Sniffspot and we would love to return.
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55The dogs had a great time as always! There's some puddles in some low spots which they REALLY enjoyed. Don't be like us, remember to bring your towels!Jacob L.
Jacob L.
March 2024
The dogs had a great time as always! There's some puddles in some low spots which they REALLY enjoyed. Don't be like us, remember to bring your towels!
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55A great location… a large space…my dogs loved it… but yes there’s lots of grass and weeds- for the season…but not a problem…we plan to go again…Tommie M.
Tommie M.
April 2024
A great location… a large space…my dogs loved it… but yes there’s lots of grass and weeds- for the season…but not a problem…we plan to go again…
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55We love this Sniffspot. We’ve been booking this for a couple years now and had the chance to go today for the first time in awhile. If your dog needs a fully fenced in area to run free this is a great option for you. If you have any questions about if this Sniffspot would work for your dog, message the host - they’re awesome! Genevieve S.
Genevieve S.
October 2024
We love this Sniffspot. We’ve been booking this for a couple years now and had the chance to go today for the first time in awhile. If your dog needs a fully fenced in area to run free this is a great option for you. If you have any questions about if this Sniffspot would work for your dog, message the host - they’re awesome!
How do Madera's private 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 Madera 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. 94% of reviews on Sniffspot visits in the Madera 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 61 fully fenced dog parks in the area. If your dog is reactive to other dogs, you can visit one of our 4 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.