55Lovleen’s SniffSpot is amazing! It’s the largest fully fenced sniffspot I’ve visited so far and probably the largest in Bay Area. There’s so many different terrains for your dog to explore! One part of the sniffspot slopes upwards towards the road. There’s a small patch of tall grass for dogs to run though but most of the yard has small green grass (visited in December). There are also trees on one side that provide shade for your dog to sit in. Overall the sniffspot was pretty clean, no particularly hazardous objects around. The dogs loved it and were very happy and tired after running up and down the slope. Though it might be a little difficult for people to run across - because of the incline and the uneven surface.
We could see some farm animals in the neighboring plots but our dogs didn’t obsess with them much.
The hosts very gracious, they met us when we arrived and check in on us to see if we needed anything.
I’d highly recommend this sniffspot and hope to visit again soon!Leela P.
Leela P.
December 2022
Lovleen’s SniffSpot is amazing! It’s the largest fully fenced sniffspot I’ve visited so far and probably the largest in Bay Area. There’s so many different terrains for your dog to explore! One part of the sniffspot slopes upwards towards the road. There’s a small patch of tall grass for dogs to run though but most of the yard has small green grass (visited in December). There are also trees on one side that provide shade for your dog to sit in. Overall the sniffspot was pretty clean, no particularly hazardous objects around. The dogs loved it and were very happy and tired after running up and down the slope. Though it might be a little difficult for people to run across - because of the incline and the uneven surface.
We could see some farm animals in the neighboring plots but our dogs didn’t obsess with them much.
The hosts very gracious, they met us when we arrived and check in on us to see if we needed anything.
I’d highly recommend this sniffspot and hope to visit again soon!
Lovleen's Private Dog Haven In Hayward | Sniffspot
55I wish I lived closer, because this is such a nice spot! I would definitely drive up again though. The host was very hospitable and sweet throughout the visit. They made a little fire to keep me warm while I was working on my laptop and made sure my internet connection was good. They also asked if we needed water and were very responsive.
The neighbor does have a dog that is visible near the driveway, but there is some distance between the 2 fences. He barked quite a lot, but the host's yard is very big, so we were able to hang out at the other side and he stopped barking.
This sniffspot has a flat portion to play fetch and also trees, grass, etc. for sniffing around and exploring. If you want to sit down while your dogs plays, there is a cute little shaded seating area.
Will definitely come again! Charity K.
Charity K.
December 2022
I wish I lived closer, because this is such a nice spot! I would definitely drive up again though. The host was very hospitable and sweet throughout the visit. They made a little fire to keep me warm while I was working on my laptop and made sure my internet connection was good. They also asked if we needed water and were very responsive.
The neighbor does have a dog that is visible near the driveway, but there is some distance between the 2 fences. He barked quite a lot, but the host's yard is very big, so we were able to hang out at the other side and he stopped barking.
This sniffspot has a flat portion to play fetch and also trees, grass, etc. for sniffing around and exploring. If you want to sit down while your dogs plays, there is a cute little shaded seating area.
Will definitely come again!
55We had a magical time! Our dogs romped and we had a lovely picnic, complete with hot chocolate from the hosts. A peaceful and beautiful spot just right for dogs who need a little outdoor fun. Emily G.
Emily G.
June 2023
We had a magical time! Our dogs romped and we had a lovely picnic, complete with hot chocolate from the hosts. A peaceful and beautiful spot just right for dogs who need a little outdoor fun.
55This was my first sniff spot and it was terrific! Petey loved the water in the shade and there was plenty of space for romping. Will return!Abigail S.
Abigail S.
June 2023
This was my first sniff spot and it was terrific! Petey loved the water in the shade and there was plenty of space for romping. Will return!
55Pups had a great time running and sniffing around! :) I made the mistake of wearing sandals, but that's on me. So, I recommend wearing closed-toe shoes! Grace L.
Grace L.
June 2023
Pups had a great time running and sniffing around! :) I made the mistake of wearing sandals, but that's on me. So, I recommend wearing closed-toe shoes!
55What a wonderful afternoon retreat for foster Dog Marsh and me! I threw the ball, made a few work calls from the garden and enjoyed exploring. Gorgeous and I’d love to return! Kati S.
Kati S.
June 2023
What a wonderful afternoon retreat for foster Dog Marsh and me! I threw the ball, made a few work calls from the garden and enjoyed exploring. Gorgeous and I’d love to return!
55Very sweet and cool place for your fur babies to explore. The stairs from the gate to the yard could be a challenge for some especially people and senior pups. Overall it was lovely! Lots of shaded areas to enjoy during these hot day!jenna b.
jenna b.
July 2023
Very sweet and cool place for your fur babies to explore. The stairs from the gate to the yard could be a challenge for some especially people and senior pups. Overall it was lovely! Lots of shaded areas to enjoy during these hot day!
55What a lovely spot! So nice and quiet, but great for reactive dogs that like to investigate all the smells and aren’t particularly ball chasers. There was a great mix of sun and shade. A message to the Sniffspot users: Let’s keep these spots nice and clean. We ended up scooping someone else’s dogs droppings, so our boy would get blamed. Honestly my new favorite sniff spot. Nikki W.
Nikki W.
July 2023
What a lovely spot! So nice and quiet, but great for reactive dogs that like to investigate all the smells and aren’t particularly ball chasers. There was a great mix of sun and shade. A message to the Sniffspot users: Let’s keep these spots nice and clean. We ended up scooping someone else’s dogs droppings, so our boy would get blamed. Honestly my new favorite sniff spot.
55A cute place! Loved that there was much for my dogs to sniff. The host and I met for a brief moment but she was attentive and kind!
I will agree with some previous reviewers that:
- the staircase down is a bit dangerous so make sure your ankles are in good shape!
- there are foxtails around so make sure to check your dogs. I pulled some out of mine.
- wish there was a bit more grass but it was fine.
May book another stay when there’s more foliage and less foxtails.Elisa H.
Elisa H.
July 2023
A cute place! Loved that there was much for my dogs to sniff. The host and I met for a brief moment but she was attentive and kind!
I will agree with some previous reviewers that:
- the staircase down is a bit dangerous so make sure your ankles are in good shape!
- there are foxtails around so make sure to check your dogs. I pulled some out of mine.
- wish there was a bit more grass but it was fine.
May book another stay when there’s more foliage and less foxtails.
55What a great oasis for my nervous reactive pup. A lot of space and a gorgeous garden, many things to sniff and enough space to play a tiring game of fetch. There are a good amount of steps, and longer haired dogs will get a certain amount of debris to clean out of their fur. You could hear a dog and chickens nearby but just enough distance that my dog was curious but not over threshold which is perfect for training/desensitizing. all in all my dog and I can’t wait to be back!Roxy T.
Roxy T.
July 2023
What a great oasis for my nervous reactive pup. A lot of space and a gorgeous garden, many things to sniff and enough space to play a tiring game of fetch. There are a good amount of steps, and longer haired dogs will get a certain amount of debris to clean out of their fur. You could hear a dog and chickens nearby but just enough distance that my dog was curious but not over threshold which is perfect for training/desensitizing. all in all my dog and I can’t wait to be back!
55My dog had so much fun here! Lots of sniffing and running. We’ll be back for sure. If you come at dusk or later, bring your own light source - the stairs can be a challenge in the dark.Stephanie S.
Stephanie S.
July 2023
My dog had so much fun here! Lots of sniffing and running. We’ll be back for sure. If you come at dusk or later, bring your own light source - the stairs can be a challenge in the dark.
55I have a pup who’s cattle dog and full of energy and this was the best place to take him. I’m still working on his recall as he is a puppy, so being able to let him run wild in a fully fenced in area eased a lot of anxiety for this crazy dog mama. The location is far enough away from town that it’s quiet with pretty Petaluma views, but close enough to town that it was not hard to find. I come up from Santa Rosa just so I can have a private play area for my pup, and I plan on coninuting my visits. Savannah R.
Savannah R.
October 2020
I have a pup who’s cattle dog and full of energy and this was the best place to take him. I’m still working on his recall as he is a puppy, so being able to let him run wild in a fully fenced in area eased a lot of anxiety for this crazy dog mama. The location is far enough away from town that it’s quiet with pretty Petaluma views, but close enough to town that it was not hard to find. I come up from Santa Rosa just so I can have a private play area for my pup, and I plan on coninuting my visits.
55Went for the first time yesterday and had a great time. It's about 1.25 acres most all of which is flat and mown. Plenty of room for some vigorous exercise. Took a picnic up and sat in the shade of a big tree. There are some supplies on the gate, in case you forgot anything, but it's best to bring everything you need. This is the dog park you can have all to yourself. Will definitely go back again soon.Peter B.
Peter B.
May 2020
Went for the first time yesterday and had a great time. It's about 1.25 acres most all of which is flat and mown. Plenty of room for some vigorous exercise. Took a picnic up and sat in the shade of a big tree. There are some supplies on the gate, in case you forgot anything, but it's best to bring everything you need. This is the dog park you can have all to yourself. Will definitely go back again soon.
55My pups LOVED having such an open space to run and it was well maintained. There are poop bags available along the perimeter of the fence in case you forget or run out and even a chuck it if you need one. We will be back frequently! Sara D.
Sara D.
June 2020
My pups LOVED having such an open space to run and it was well maintained. There are poop bags available along the perimeter of the fence in case you forget or run out and even a chuck it if you need one. We will be back frequently!
55Great experience. Found it right off Pepper Road. Met Nancy, she came to say hi and introduced herself.
Most of all my 12 year old Bebe had the best time off leash for the first time in years. No other dogs to spook her. Best day ever. Thank you. We've been looking for a long time.Shari C.
Shari C.
June 2020
Great experience. Found it right off Pepper Road. Met Nancy, she came to say hi and introduced herself.
Most of all my 12 year old Bebe had the best time off leash for the first time in years. No other dogs to spook her. Best day ever. Thank you. We've been looking for a long time.
55Lovely open area for my dog to run. Easy entry and parking inside the area. We were there at dusk the first time and it was really beautiful. My dog is not reactive, but just needs a big yard to run. Susan H.
Susan H.
March 2020
Lovely open area for my dog to run. Easy entry and parking inside the area. We were there at dusk the first time and it was really beautiful. My dog is not reactive, but just needs a big yard to run.
How do Mountain House's private dog parks work?
Private rentals by the hour
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FAQ about our Mountain House 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. 95% of reviews on Sniffspot visits in the Mountain House 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 166 fully fenced dog parks in the area. If your dog is reactive to other dogs, you can visit one of our 23 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.
Does Mountain House have any fully fenced dog parks?
Sniffspot has 166 fully fenced dog parks in or near Mountain House. Browse all fully enclosed options.
Are there dog agility courses for rent in Mountain House?
Sniffspot has dog parks with agility equipment and/or dog obstacles in or near Mountain House. The most popular agility option is Agility practice field and large backyard.
Where in Mountain House can I find a pool for dog swimming?
Sniffspot has swimming options in the Mountain House area. The highest rated option is Private Dog Park In Antioch.
Can I rent a field for my dog to run near Mountain House?
There are 25 Sniffspot dog parks that offer fields in or near Mountain House where dogs can be off leash. The most popular field is Agility practice field and large backyard.