55Way bigger than I expected and my dog loved it! The neighbor dog made an appearance but was quiet and the owners got it back inside quickly so my dog didn't even notice it was outside. There was a woman walking on the railroad tracks behind the yard that my dog was not comfortable with (obviously not normal or something that should be done but not the hosts fault for people being dumb.) We'll definitely be back!Madison C.
Madison C.
April 2024
Way bigger than I expected and my dog loved it! The neighbor dog made an appearance but was quiet and the owners got it back inside quickly so my dog didn't even notice it was outside. There was a woman walking on the railroad tracks behind the yard that my dog was not comfortable with (obviously not normal or something that should be done but not the hosts fault for people being dumb.) We'll definitely be back!
Chelsea's Private Dog Haven In Bloomington | Sniffspot
55Nice beautiful large backyard.. little bit of a hill so dogs got a good workout running up and down. Panting dogs sniffing and exploring.. thanks we will book again. Roberta F.
Roberta F.
April 2024
Nice beautiful large backyard.. little bit of a hill so dogs got a good workout running up and down. Panting dogs sniffing and exploring.. thanks we will book again.
Chelsea's Private Dog Haven In Bloomington | Sniffspot
55Chelsea! Thank you very so much for letting Ryan and I rent your backyard for our pup Nico. We live downtown so these little escapes for Nico to run and play mean the world to us. Nico expresses his gratitude for letting him run fast and free. Nico also met some friends on the other side of your fence. That was an added bonus. We look forward to visiting again.
Kindly,
Chrisna, Ryan, and Nico.
Chrisna M.
Chrisna M.
April 2024
Chelsea! Thank you very so much for letting Ryan and I rent your backyard for our pup Nico. We live downtown so these little escapes for Nico to run and play mean the world to us. Nico expresses his gratitude for letting him run fast and free. Nico also met some friends on the other side of your fence. That was an added bonus. We look forward to visiting again.
Kindly,
Chrisna, Ryan, and Nico.
Chelsea's Private Dog Haven In Bloomington | Sniffspot
55Great yard. I was visiting Minneapolis and wanted to introduce my friends and coworkers to the SniffSpot concept. This was a great introduction.
The fencing was safe for dogs of all sizes.
And lots of room to run.
We set up a Swift Paws lure course and introduced dogs/ handlers to the game.
Thx Georgia W.
Georgia W.
April 2024
Great yard. I was visiting Minneapolis and wanted to introduce my friends and coworkers to the SniffSpot concept. This was a great introduction.
The fencing was safe for dogs of all sizes.
And lots of room to run.
We set up a Swift Paws lure course and introduced dogs/ handlers to the game.
Thx
Chelsea's Private Dog Haven In Bloomington | Sniffspot
55HI Iam Levi a border collie and Australian shepard. Im a rambunctious goofy puppy and loved being able to run freely, sniff all of this large yard! There were balls and Frisbee to play with.
My owner loved the inviting patio and enjoyed sitting in the comfy chairs.
The hosts even left me A bone in a crinkly bag...luv that cellophane noise. Oh so much fun today. Thanks woof woof woof !!!Patricia L.
Patricia L.
April 2024
HI Iam Levi a border collie and Australian shepard. Im a rambunctious goofy puppy and loved being able to run freely, sniff all of this large yard! There were balls and Frisbee to play with.
My owner loved the inviting patio and enjoyed sitting in the comfy chairs.
The hosts even left me A bone in a crinkly bag...luv that cellophane noise. Oh so much fun today. Thanks woof woof woof !!!
Chelsea's Private Dog Haven In Bloomington | Sniffspot
55We arrived later and were only able to spend 30 minutes here but will be rebooking soon so the yard was perfect. Plenty of space for our dog to run around and enjoy. Fully fenced in and no issues from neighboring dogs.Jon C.
Jon C.
May 2024
We arrived later and were only able to spend 30 minutes here but will be rebooking soon so the yard was perfect. Plenty of space for our dog to run around and enjoy. Fully fenced in and no issues from neighboring dogs.
Chelsea's Private Dog Haven In Bloomington | Sniffspot
55Chelsea’s property is BEAUTIFUL! The size of the yard is large and yet manageable so I wasn’t nervous about my dog going too far. The terrain is grassy with bushes, flowers, and trees. There are small hills and steeper hills, and when you get to the end of the yard it feels like you’re in a national park.
This is my first time using SniffSpot and taking my pup (8 year old reactive, anxious Shih Tzu) to such a large area. I’ve never seen him be so free before and it was an absolutely amazing experience. Half of the time I just took long videos of him so I could remember the experience forever.
The owners left out an arranged basket with treats, poop bags, and other stuff which was an awesome personal touch. Honestly, doing this with my dog in combination with how beautiful the land was, it’s probably top 5 experiences of my life.
Zero problems, 10/10. Oh! And I checked my pup, no ticks or bites or anything. Just fun!Virginia T.
Virginia T.
May 2024
Chelsea’s property is BEAUTIFUL! The size of the yard is large and yet manageable so I wasn’t nervous about my dog going too far. The terrain is grassy with bushes, flowers, and trees. There are small hills and steeper hills, and when you get to the end of the yard it feels like you’re in a national park.
This is my first time using SniffSpot and taking my pup (8 year old reactive, anxious Shih Tzu) to such a large area. I’ve never seen him be so free before and it was an absolutely amazing experience. Half of the time I just took long videos of him so I could remember the experience forever.
The owners left out an arranged basket with treats, poop bags, and other stuff which was an awesome personal touch. Honestly, doing this with my dog in combination with how beautiful the land was, it’s probably top 5 experiences of my life.
Zero problems, 10/10. Oh! And I checked my pup, no ticks or bites or anything. Just fun!
Chelsea's Private Dog Haven In Bloomington | Sniffspot
55Today was Caydes birthday so to make it extra special, we tried Sniffspot for the first time. He’s reactive to other dogs so the large private yard was the perfect place to play with our herding ball and frisbee. The neighbor did have a dog, but wasn’t out long so it didn’t prove to be an issue.
Overall, we enjoyed the space and Cayde had a great day!Alyssa F.
Alyssa F.
May 2024
Today was Caydes birthday so to make it extra special, we tried Sniffspot for the first time. He’s reactive to other dogs so the large private yard was the perfect place to play with our herding ball and frisbee. The neighbor did have a dog, but wasn’t out long so it didn’t prove to be an issue.
Overall, we enjoyed the space and Cayde had a great day!
Chelsea's Private Dog Haven In Bloomington | Sniffspot
55The place was beautiful and large enough for plenty of romping around with three doggos! The kiddie pool was full and ready, a favorite for the dogs, and they even had towels and three treats at the ready to give it just an extra nice touch~ Absolutely recommend!Mallory M.
Mallory M.
May 2024
The place was beautiful and large enough for plenty of romping around with three doggos! The kiddie pool was full and ready, a favorite for the dogs, and they even had towels and three treats at the ready to give it just an extra nice touch~ Absolutely recommend!
Chelsea's Private Dog Haven In Bloomington | Sniffspot
55
This was our first visit. Lovely property! It had an open yet woodsy feel, which we loved. Lots of places for the dogs to safely explore and room to run. Our dogs, a standard poodle and a miniature poodle had a lot of fun exploring and sniffing.
Thank you! We enjoyed ourselves very much and we definitely plan to visit again. 😊Deb M.
Deb M.
May 2024
This was our first visit. Lovely property! It had an open yet woodsy feel, which we loved. Lots of places for the dogs to safely explore and room to run. Our dogs, a standard poodle and a miniature poodle had a lot of fun exploring and sniffing.
Thank you! We enjoyed ourselves very much and we definitely plan to visit again. 😊
Chelsea's Private Dog Haven In Bloomington | Sniffspot
55Frankie had a blast running up and down the slopes. Great location and nice mix of shade and sun. The kiddie pool was a plus for cooling off.Kim Maria K.
Kim Maria K.
June 2024
Frankie had a blast running up and down the slopes. Great location and nice mix of shade and sun. The kiddie pool was a plus for cooling off.
Chelsea's Private Dog Haven In Bloomington | Sniffspot
55Seriously this is one of the best yards. Frankie had a blast in the kiddie pool and hose, going full throttle. We appreciate how clean the pool and area is, the basket of treats, toys, bug spray, hand sanitizer, plus the towels. The hosts are top notch. Kim Maria K.
Kim Maria K.
June 2024
Seriously this is one of the best yards. Frankie had a blast in the kiddie pool and hose, going full throttle. We appreciate how clean the pool and area is, the basket of treats, toys, bug spray, hand sanitizer, plus the towels. The hosts are top notch.
Chelsea's Private Dog Haven In Bloomington | Sniffspot
55The owners are always nice enough to fill the pool for my dog who gets very hot playing ball. He appreciates it!Betsy H.
Betsy H.
July 2024
The owners are always nice enough to fill the pool for my dog who gets very hot playing ball. He appreciates it!
How do Minneapolis's private dog fields 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 Minneapolis dog fields
Are dog fields safe?
If you are looking for an adventure, but also looking for safety, Sniffspot dog fields are a great option. While public dog parks have a number of safety issues, such as aggressive dogs, distracted dog owners, disease transmission and general cleanliness, Sniffspot dog parks are much safer than public dog parks. With Sniffspot all bookings are private space for just you and doggy friends you bring with you and we require all dogs to be vaccinated (or have equivalent titers). Especially for training, privacy is ideal. Contrary to public dog parks, all Sniffspot locations are vetted and reviewed by guests so you can find the perfect place for you and your dog for off leash exercise or outdoor training. 93% of reviews on Sniffspot visits are 5 stars, while public dog parks often do not even have verified reviews. All payment is done securely online by credit card in a few simple clicks.
All park rental information is available online. Start by filtering parks by fencing, size and distractions, to find a private spot that works for your dog. If your dog has poor recall, you can visit one of our secure fields. If your dog is reactive to other dogs, you can visit one of our dog fields where there are no dogs audible or visible nearby. You can review the details of the listing to make sure it works as your desired activity space, for example, safe dog exercise, dog training, a stress-free adventure with your furry friend or even a puppy event. You can even check the park amenities chart for amenities such as indoor training facilities, agility field, synthetic turf, exercise balls or field parking availability in advance. If inclement weather is an issue or poor field conditions, you can reschedule your visit up to 2 hours in advance.
What are the requirements to bring my dog to a Sniffspot dog field?
We require that all four-legged friends have basic vaccinations or equivalent titers. We do not allow dogs with a bite history. We require that guests sign our waiver and agree to follow our safety rules. Make sure to check host rules before visiting to ensure, for instance, that you are following allowable sports activities rules and any special events rules.
Will there be other dogs at the Sniffspot field at the same time as me?
No. Facility rentals are for private play time and any host dogs are required to be kept away from the area during visits, so this is perfect for a private adventure for you and your doggie friends, and perhaps a human friend. Hosts understand that many guests have dogs in training and are nervous owners. So when you book a Sniffspot dog field you have the entire private spot to yourself. We also enforce 30 min time buffers between time slots so you will not run into other guest dogs or a previous person when coming or leaving in the field parking area. Some hosts may have multiple fields, but there is always a buffer between fields.