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Private ¼ acre fenced yard, quiet and tree-lined, agility equipment available

Melrose Park, Illinois
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0.25 acres
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Private ¼ acre fenced yard, quiet and tree-lined, agility equipment available

Melrose Park, Illinois
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Private ¼ acre fenced yard, quiet and tree-lined, agility equipment available - Melrose Park, Illinois
Private ¼ acre fenced yard, quiet and tree-lined, agility equipment available - Melrose Park, Illinois
Private ¼ acre fenced yard, quiet and tree-lined, agility equipment available - Melrose Park, Illinois

Fencing

This spot is fully fenced

Info provided by host

Note from host

Woodgate, chain-link and tree line

Fencing height

4 feet (at lowest point)

Fencing type

Combination

Gaps or holes in fence

No gaps

Enclosure

fully fenced

Fencing height (at lowest point)

4 feet

Fencing type(s): Combination

Gaps or holes in fence: No gaps

Fencing details: Woodgate, chain-link and tree line


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

Enjoying the summer, my dogs may be in the pool in the backyard, they also can be heard barking

Designed for private play

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

Other domestic animalsNo

Other domestic animals

HOST REPORTS

No

There are no other animals

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

Enjoying the summer, we may be in the backyard in the pool with the dogs or in the hot tub. This area is not accessible.

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)

There is a code to unlock the gate that you will receive at your booking

Designed for private play

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


Amenities

Agility equipment

Trash can

Lure course

Fertilizer-free

Pesticide-free

Short grass


Pricing
15 credits per dog per hour

50% off all dogs after the 1st dog

25% off hourly price for 30 min visit

Member get discounts on all bookings at all spots by buying monthly credits!
This spot offers additional discounts.

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Location

Melrose Park, Illinois

Description

This is a private, fully fenced quarter acre yard designed for dogs who need real space to move The yard is flat and open with a tree line along the perimeter that creates a natural barrier from the outside world. It is quiet, secure, and gives you a calm, controlled space for your dog to run, train, or just relax You will have the entire yard to yourself during your booking Agility equipment is available if you would like to use it, including an A-frame, a collapsible tunnel, a full tunnel, and adjustable-height jumps. Everything is optional and stored on site. Use what you want and return it to the marked area when you are done Access is through a gated driveway with plenty of room to enter and exit without stress This is a functional dog space, not a decorative yard. It is built to be used and is used by the owner with her Afghan hounds Amenities Fully fenced, private yard, off-leash allowed, agility equipment, parking available Rules Pick up after your dog, return all equipment to the marked area, no digging or destructive behavior, keep the gate closed at all times, book for the correct number of dogs, private gated area behind the house is not part of the booking and is not accessible

Extras

12 oz Coffee2 credits

12 oz gourmet coffee, cream and sugar available

Trainer assistance10 credits

40 year Behaviorist and trainer available for consult

Water from hose ON REQUEST0 credits

Request use of water from hose, it is in the private back yard so we need advance notice


Host Rules

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

Pick up after your dog, return all equipment to the marked area, no digging or destructive behavior, keep the gate closed at all times, book for the correct number of dogs, private gated area behind the house is not part of the booking and is not accessible


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.

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Meet your host

Joanne H.

Joined in April 2026


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