55Wonderful place! Feels very private and was quite peaceful! My dogs loved running around. Lots of sticks, pine cones, long grass, short grass. Plenty of shade as well! Andrea H.
Andrea H.
May 2023
Wonderful place! Feels very private and was quite peaceful! My dogs loved running around. Lots of sticks, pine cones, long grass, short grass. Plenty of shade as well!
The Shire PDX- Half acre, woodsy and spacious playspace | Sniffspot
55This is the best sniffspot around
Hands down
I been going here for 2 years I believe
It’s always so clean and tidy
The owner is an absolute doll.
She makes special accommodations for me at times. Which is so kind🙏🏽
Just an all around great spiritual positive place to be with my
am-staff
Today the grass was fresh cut the flowers were blooming and beautiful warm breeze through the tall trees that surround this little treasure was just perfect.
Wood chipped paths for all to explore.
Thank-you again Amanda for making myself and my baby girl Annabelle feel right at home .
Bless you for letting us use your well maintained poop free zone 😏 shire
Regards Joe and Annabelle Joey D.
Joey D.
May 2023
This is the best sniffspot around
Hands down
I been going here for 2 years I believe
It’s always so clean and tidy
The owner is an absolute doll.
She makes special accommodations for me at times. Which is so kind🙏🏽
Just an all around great spiritual positive place to be with my
am-staff
Today the grass was fresh cut the flowers were blooming and beautiful warm breeze through the tall trees that surround this little treasure was just perfect.
Wood chipped paths for all to explore.
Thank-you again Amanda for making myself and my baby girl Annabelle feel right at home .
Bless you for letting us use your well maintained poop free zone 😏 shire
Regards Joe and Annabelle
The Shire PDX- Half acre, woodsy and spacious playspace | Sniffspot
55My two bigger dogs enjoyed their first Sniff Spot experience here today. Lovely, big, clean, tucked away yard. Nice shady spot set up for humans to sit. Water, toys provided. Host was very friendly and available over messaging. And so cute that our dogs' names were written on the little welcome sign at the front gate! Leanne R.
Leanne R.
May 2023
My two bigger dogs enjoyed their first Sniff Spot experience here today. Lovely, big, clean, tucked away yard. Nice shady spot set up for humans to sit. Water, toys provided. Host was very friendly and available over messaging. And so cute that our dogs' names were written on the little welcome sign at the front gate!
The Shire PDX- Half acre, woodsy and spacious playspace | Sniffspot
55Loved the specific instructions on how to get there, it meant we knew exactly what to do and what to expect when we showed up. Plenty of shaded area so you’re dogs can play even on the super sunny days. This was our first SniffSpot experience but it won’t be our last!Paris H.
Paris H.
May 2023
Loved the specific instructions on how to get there, it meant we knew exactly what to do and what to expect when we showed up. Plenty of shaded area so you’re dogs can play even on the super sunny days. This was our first SniffSpot experience but it won’t be our last!
The Shire PDX- Half acre, woodsy and spacious playspace | Sniffspot
55What a fantastic spot! Hidden behind tall trees, fully fenced, a mix of sun and shade with plenty of room to run around. I have been booking larger spots but this was perfect for my two dogs to run, sniff, and explore while we sat in the provided chairs in the shade. Highly recommend.Jennifer M.
Jennifer M.
May 2023
What a fantastic spot! Hidden behind tall trees, fully fenced, a mix of sun and shade with plenty of room to run around. I have been booking larger spots but this was perfect for my two dogs to run, sniff, and explore while we sat in the provided chairs in the shade. Highly recommend.
The Shire PDX- Half acre, woodsy and spacious playspace | Sniffspot
55It was a great lil place. There is a neighbor with a dog whom both the human and dog were out and about so if that's an issue for your animal be aware. One of ours is reactive, but it was just far enough away to where it was fine:) our other little dog loved trying to say hello to them:) This place had a lot of little extra hidden areas whether it was bushes, or grass kept longer, or what not, either way it added many more opportunities for them to adventure around, they loved it !!! Thank you!!!Shannon S.
Shannon S.
May 2023
It was a great lil place. There is a neighbor with a dog whom both the human and dog were out and about so if that's an issue for your animal be aware. One of ours is reactive, but it was just far enough away to where it was fine:) our other little dog loved trying to say hello to them:) This place had a lot of little extra hidden areas whether it was bushes, or grass kept longer, or what not, either way it added many more opportunities for them to adventure around, they loved it !!! Thank you!!!
The Shire PDX- Half acre, woodsy and spacious playspace | Sniffspot
55This was my first time using SniffSpot, and it was great! Yard was fully fenced with lots of places to sniff around. Directions to the spot were clear. I would book again!Maryanne B.
Maryanne B.
July 2023
This was my first time using SniffSpot, and it was great! Yard was fully fenced with lots of places to sniff around. Directions to the spot were clear. I would book again!
The Shire PDX- Half acre, woodsy and spacious playspace | Sniffspot
55We love this Shire Sniff spot
Always have a new quiet relaxing joyful time😊
My am-staff loves to run and this property has plenty of room to do soJoey D.
Joey D.
August 2023
We love this Shire Sniff spot
Always have a new quiet relaxing joyful time😊
My am-staff loves to run and this property has plenty of room to do so
The Shire PDX- Half acre, woodsy and spacious playspace | Sniffspot
55Our young lab loved all of the sniffing and freedom to run and check everything out! The yard is spacious and has sun and shade. We felt welcome and comfortable and Breezy loved the multiple water bowls with plenty of water.Kathy W.
Kathy W.
September 2023
Our young lab loved all of the sniffing and freedom to run and check everything out! The yard is spacious and has sun and shade. We felt welcome and comfortable and Breezy loved the multiple water bowls with plenty of water.
The Shire PDX- Half acre, woodsy and spacious playspace | Sniffspot
55They have the BEST yard. It’s huge, completely fenced, safe, and they always check in before/after to make sure your experience was great. This is the ONLY sniffspot we use 🥰🥰🥰🥰Matie M.
Matie M.
September 2023
They have the BEST yard. It’s huge, completely fenced, safe, and they always check in before/after to make sure your experience was great. This is the ONLY sniffspot we use 🥰🥰🥰🥰
The Shire PDX- Half acre, woodsy and spacious playspace | Sniffspot
55Loved this property! Super good vibes, all the amenities! Duke was all smiles the whole time we were there! We will be back for sure! Thank you so much!!Sunshine L.
Sunshine L.
March 2023
Loved this property! Super good vibes, all the amenities! Duke was all smiles the whole time we were there! We will be back for sure! Thank you so much!!
The Shire PDX- Half acre, woodsy and spacious playspace | Sniffspot
55Monty had a great time today and is finally tuckered out.
Clear directions, private double entry and all amenities provided. Neighbor’s dog was visible across the driveway and barked a little bit (not excessively, normal dog behavior) Monty’s not reactive to other dogs so we were good, just something to keep in mind if it’s too distracting for your pup.
We went at 12:30 pm. The porch was perfectly shaded with a very comfy rocking chair and partly shaded yard.
Lots of fun were had. He’s been sleeping all day. Tina T.
Tina T.
March 2023
Monty had a great time today and is finally tuckered out.
Clear directions, private double entry and all amenities provided. Neighbor’s dog was visible across the driveway and barked a little bit (not excessively, normal dog behavior) Monty’s not reactive to other dogs so we were good, just something to keep in mind if it’s too distracting for your pup.
We went at 12:30 pm. The porch was perfectly shaded with a very comfy rocking chair and partly shaded yard.
Lots of fun were had. He’s been sleeping all day.
The Shire PDX- Half acre, woodsy and spacious playspace | Sniffspot
55My pup & I loved the Shire! The yard is huge! Lots of room for my 99-pound German Shepherd dog to get a good run in to get his Chuck-It balls! We’ll definitely be returning.JOSIE L.
JOSIE L.
March 2023
My pup & I loved the Shire! The yard is huge! Lots of room for my 99-pound German Shepherd dog to get a good run in to get his Chuck-It balls! We’ll definitely be returning.
The Shire PDX- Half acre, woodsy and spacious playspace | Sniffspot
55The yard was secure for my 55 pound ball obsessed pup. Throwing the chuck-it was our goal and she left with her tongue hanging, which is always a good sign. We did see and hear the neighbor's dogs but they do not share a fence line, so it was just a little barking from them and then they went on about their business. We had our own water and toys, but it looked like there were options to choose from.Carrie E.
Carrie E.
March 2023
The yard was secure for my 55 pound ball obsessed pup. Throwing the chuck-it was our goal and she left with her tongue hanging, which is always a good sign. We did see and hear the neighbor's dogs but they do not share a fence line, so it was just a little barking from them and then they went on about their business. We had our own water and toys, but it looked like there were options to choose from.
The Shire PDX- Half acre, woodsy and spacious playspace | Sniffspot
55This was our first sniff spot experience and we had such a great time. My dog is deaf and so going to any parks off leash is hard. This was such a nice alternative. She was wiped out after 20 min but we wandered around and played with the various things she found. Super happy! Will go back! Host was very nice and location was easy to find. Super close to powell butte if you wanted to make it a day Amber B.
Amber B.
April 2023
This was our first sniff spot experience and we had such a great time. My dog is deaf and so going to any parks off leash is hard. This was such a nice alternative. She was wiped out after 20 min but we wandered around and played with the various things she found. Super happy! Will go back! Host was very nice and location was easy to find. Super close to powell butte if you wanted to make it a day
The Shire PDX- Half acre, woodsy and spacious playspace | Sniffspot
55Excellent space for dog to run! Plenty of water for the dog and a easily convenient spot to dispose of poop bags. Hayden F.
Hayden F.
April 2023
Excellent space for dog to run! Plenty of water for the dog and a easily convenient spot to dispose of poop bags.
How do New Plymouth's private small 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 New Plymouth small dog parks
Are small 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 are 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 park users so you can find the perfect place for you and your dog. 93% of reviews on Sniffspot visits are 5 stars.
How can I find small dog parks in New Plymouth?
There are 9 small dog parks in the New Plymouth area. The most popular small dog park is . You can browse all of our small dog parks here.
How do I know if a small dog park works for my dog?
Start by applying basic filters, such as fencing and distractions, to find a dog park that works for your furry friends. If your dog doesn't respond to owner commands, you can visit one of our enclosed dog park areas. If your dog is reactive to other dogs, you can visit one of our small dog park sites where there are no dogs audible or visible nearby. You can see any park amenities provided, including a park bench, water for dogs or water features such as kiddie pool or water hose. If your dog loves water, you can go to a park with water features, but if they don't love water, you can avoid them. We also recommend reading reviews to check for park maintenance issues and reaching out to the host with any questions. And lastly, of course, check park hours. Many of our parks are open from dawn until dusk.
What are the requirements to bring my dog to a Sniffspot park?
We require that all dogs have basic vaccinations or equivalent titers. We do not allow dogs with a bite history. We require that owners sign our waiver and agree to follow our safety rules. We also require that pet owners follow safety protocols around water features.
Will there be other dogs at the Sniffspot park at the same time as me?
Sniffspot only allows one booking at a time and any host dogs are required to be kept away from the spot during visits. We also enforce 30 min time buffers between bookings.
If you are planning an amazing small dog park party, each Sniffspot park has their own rules regarding special events. Many parks allow doggie birthday parties, training, water parties and other event types. Event organizers need to be responsible for their guests and event organizers should coordinate with the host regarding their fun party. Make sure the park has amenities you need for your party, such as a park with lots of picnic tables with park benches.
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