Rent the best private dog parks hosted by locals in New Haven, Connecticut

Sniffspot's private dog parks are the best way to exercise your dog. We have the best variety and the best priced dog parks anywhere!

Designed for private play.
Only the people and dogs in your booking are allowed in the spot during your visit.

Popular private dog parks near New Haven, Connecticut

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Why rent a private dog park in New Haven, Connecticut?
FeaturesSniffspotPublic park
Designed for private play
Rentable by the hour
Off leash options
Very large and/or fully fenced options
Pricing$5 - $15 per dog per hourFree
How do New Haven'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

Monthly memberships

Many of our dog parks have the option to access member-only benefits with a fixed monthly price

What people say about dog parks around New Haven, Connecticut

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Maria G.
October 2023
Thank you so much!
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Lydia B.
July 2023
Beautiful view.
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Keeley M.
August 2023
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Leah R.
July 2023
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Melanie A.
February 2023
What a great visit!! Huge open land and a cute little brewery to top it off! ♥️ highly recommend!!!
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Terrie H.
July 2023
We have a small hobby farm, so our dogs generally do get a lot of exploration time outside, however, Juniper is a sometimes timid rescue, so doesn’t get to explore off-leash much. SniffSpot - and the Golden Dog Playground has opened a new avenue for her to explore and play. Both Rocky and Juniper got to experience their first (but definitely not last!) SniffSpot adventire at the Golden Dog Playground - and is it ever aptly named! Since the hosts are also friends and our dogs get along well at our adventures with Golden Dog Adventure Co., after Rocky and Juniper explored a bit, we expanded their fun by bringing in Comet and Miss Gilly. Dakota, when overwhelmed, can become reactive, so we got to see the Bisson’s very clever use of a separate fenced area to give her some time to observe the rest of the dogs and do some sniffing through the fence before putting her out with the entire pack. Beautiful set up - so many smells, activity options, landscape and footing differences, etc. One truly couldn’t ask for anything more.
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Rebecca P.
July 2023
We had an absolute blast at the Golden Dog Playground! My pup loved all the different agility stations, splashing around in the kiddie pool, and exploring the wooded area. Every detail was thought out and the spot was secure, clean, and full of enrichment opportunities! We will absolutely be back!
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Laura G.
July 2023
What an incredible spot for any dog! This is truly a dog's paradise. Nicely set back from the road, privately and securely fenced, with both sections having ample access to lots of wooded and grassy area. There were chickens to check out, a clean swimming pool to swim (or drink) out of, a nice assortment of toys, agility equipment, natural climbing areas, a digging pit - dog dreams galore! I'll be telling all my clients to be sure to visit frequently! Thank you for sharing your incredible space with all the dogs who need to get these needs met 😊
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Tina M.
July 2023
Perfect set up. Clean,spacious, large and very safe environment for a stress free experience for all. The owner very responsive and accommodating. So glad we found this spot. We will be back.
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Elena O.
July 2023
This place is a great spot for any dog to safely run and have fun! For my dog-reactive dog it’s perfect! I was completely comfortable having him off leash, and without a muzzle. Fencing is high and secure. I loved watching my dogs have so much fun exploring, playing, fetching, and soaking in the doggy pool! We will definitely come back!
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Michelle M.
July 2023
This was our first time EVER at a Sniffspot and what a great experience it was! There were so many stations to play with/on, so many things to see and sniff! Chickens to see, pool to play in! We’ll definitely be back!
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Stephanie B.
July 2023
This Sniffspot is fabulous! They really thought of everything your dog needs to have a great time! There is a lawn area with agility equipment, a wooded area, chickens, and alot of space to run around and have fun! My dog is very reactive to other people and dogs so it’s hard to find places to go without fear of running into an off leash dog, or other situations that set him off, so this place is perfect. We will be back!
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Sabrina S.
September 2023
A friend and I took our two puppies for a play date here. The puppies had a great time walking the trails and chasing balls in the field together. In the future, we would love to see a fully fenced in area to allow puppies to run around without leashes. Otherwise, this was a well-maintained property with a lot of places to roam, and trails to follow ~ We will definitely be back! Thank you 😊
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Cecilia C.
September 2023
Beautiful spot! Easy to navigate trails, so much to see and sniff, and the kiddie pool was excellent on a warm day! We had a great time, thank you! We will be back!
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Jennifer G.
August 2023
Nice open area for your dog to enjoy. Our dog had fun sniffing and running around. Has some trees for shade on a sunny day. Love the dog poo composter.
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Marissa P.
July 2023
Great space, host was very nice, water was left out for the pups! Some car & people activity which is good for training reactive dogs like mine! They had a blast and we’ll be back. ☺️
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Ashley R.
July 2023
Such a lovely space with a kind and welcoming host! The neighborhood is very active which makes it a perfect location to work on training/counterconditioning with a reactive pup.
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Cassie S.
September 2023
Big private space with multiple fenced play areas to use, lost for dogs to do, houses, tunnels ect. My dog had a great time!
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Janette G.
August 2023
My three dogs had a great time!! There was so much for them to do and it was very secure (I brought a 12 pound dog, a 60 pound dog, and a 90 pound dog!)! There was water out for them and a good amount of space between the yard and the owner’s house, so not too many distractions. The owners were super knowledgeable about dogs and made sure my reactive dogs weren’t stressed out!
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Jaxx S.
August 2023
We had a good time at this sniff spot. I’m happy I only had one pup with me though, my dogs are really rough players and I think they would have run into a tree or two 😂 it was very clean and we always appreciate that!

What other types of private dog parks are available?

Dog water parks
Many hosts have added water features like pools and/or are nearby lakes or rivers.
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Fully fenced dog parks
Very popular choice, perfect to contain your dogs if they are escape artists or if they are not good at recall.
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Dog hiking trails
Some of our best spots have hiking trails in wonderful natural settings.
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Dog agility parks
Some hosts have implemented full agility courses to train your dogs in a private environment.
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Dog fields
Many of the listed spots are large pastures, fields and have farm animals that can be sighted.
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Dog beaches
Some spots are conveniently located by the sea or have sand and other beach features.
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Indoor dog parks
A good alternative to do activities with your dogs on a rainy day and unpleasant weather in general.
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Small dog parks
Dog parks that specifically work for the needs of dogs that are smaller in size.
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FAQ about our New Haven 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. 0% of reviews on Sniffspot visits in the New Haven 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 164 fully fenced dog parks in the area. If your dog is reactive to other dogs, you can visit one of our 38 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.
What is the best dog beach near New Haven?
The best Sniffspot dog beach near New Haven is Taylor's Private Dog Park In East Lyme. At Sniffspot beaches dogs can generally be off leash.
Does New Haven have any fully fenced dog parks?
Sniffspot has 164 fully fenced dog parks in or near New Haven. Browse all fully enclosed options.
Where are good dog hiking trails near New Haven?
The New Haven area has 5 Sniffspot locations with private trails for you and your dog to walk or hike. Dogs can generally be off leash on Sniffspot trails. The most popular trail is Ariel's Forest.
Are there dog agility courses for rent in New Haven?
Sniffspot has dog parks with agility equipment and/or dog obstacles in or near New Haven. The most popular agility option is Helen's Private Dog Park In Durham.
Where in New Haven can I find a pool for dog swimming?
Sniffspot has swimming options in the New Haven area. The highest rated option is Bill and Melissa's Private Dog Park In Trumbull.
Can I rent a field for my dog to run near New Haven?
There are 24 Sniffspot dog parks that offer fields in or near New Haven where dogs can be off leash. The most popular field is Helen's Private Dog Park In Durham.

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