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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.

Charlotte dog parks

Mindful Dog Park in Uptown | Sniffspot
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CharlotteNorth Carolina28216
5.019
Sniffspotsupport@sniffspot.comUnited States
David AdamsFounder
Mindful Dog Park in Uptown
Fully Fenced
0.25 acres
5(19)
$12 dog / hour
Charlotte, NC
Lexi's Fully Fenced Private Yard with Agility Equipment for Rent! | Sniffspot
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CharlotteNorth Carolina28215
5.066
Sniffspotsupport@sniffspot.comUnited States
David AdamsFounder
Lexi's Fully Fenced Private Yard with Agility Equipment for Rent!

Fully fenced in yard to run around in! Play fetch, frisbee, or work on some agility tasks! Gate located off driveway, table and chairs to relax at while the pup plays. Available agility equipment are jumps, tunnel, dog walk, table, tire hoop, mini A-frame/dog walk trainer. Yard is regularly sprayed (safe for pups) for mosquitos so it will be a bug free experience! New mulch area added, and all new grass! Note: Agility teeter is smaller than normal, but all dogs welcome to use it. Thank you!

Fully Fenced
0.25 acres
5(66)
$10 dog / hour
Charlotte, NC
Jalisco Private Dog Park In Charlotte | Sniffspot
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CharlotteNorth Carolina28210
5.0132
Sniffspotsupport@sniffspot.comUnited States
David AdamsFounder
Jalisco Private Dog Park In Charlotte

Big yard with a small nature area of leave and grass clippings. Shaded. Fully fenced. Street parking.

Fully Fenced
0.5 acres
5(132)
$12 dog / hour
Charlotte, NC

Greensboro dog parks

Doggos: 10k sq ft Turfed, Indoor & Outdoor (Heated) Dog Park with Full Bar | Sniffspot
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GreensboroNorth Carolina27408
5.014
Sniffspotsupport@sniffspot.comUnited States
David AdamsFounder
Doggos: 10k sq ft Turfed, Indoor & Outdoor (Heated) Dog Park with Full Bar

We're Doggos, the Triad's founding Dog Park & Pub, opened in 2019. We're women-owned and dedicated to serving our community of good dogs and their people. Our space has 10,000 sq ft of play space that is 100% mud-free. Our outdoor yard is fully turfed and is equipped with jumps for dogs, chairs & tables for people, lighting, and space heaters. Our indoor playroom is covered with non-slip non-porous rubber and complete with TVs, tables & chairs, and is conditioned (heat and air). Wifi and power outlets can be found both indoor and outdoor for dog parents who like to multi-task. During your visit check out our bar for both alcoholic & non-alcoholic choices like local & craft beers and ciders, seltzers, cocktails and mocktails, energy drinks, coffee & hot cocoa, and hot and boozy drinks.

Fully Fenced
0.25 acres
5(14)
$10 dog / hour
Greensboro, NC
Summer's Paws! | Sniffspot
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GreensboroNorth Carolina27406
5.011
Sniffspotsupport@sniffspot.comUnited States
David AdamsFounder
Summer's Paws!

Plenty of space to run and play!!! Plenty to sniff! Bring a ball and play!!

Fully Fenced
0.5 acres
5(11)
$10 dog / hour
Greensboro, NC
Sweetwater Court Private Dog Playground and Gardens | Sniffspot
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GreensboroNorth Carolina27407
5.0163
Sniffspotsupport@sniffspot.comUnited States
David AdamsFounder
Sweetwater Court Private Dog Playground and Gardens

Sweetwater Court Private Dog Playground and Garden is perfect for the pet who needs a break to run and play or for someone who needs safety for dogs and children to play. This is not just our yard; it is our field to the side of our house and a little more than half an acre is fenced. Another 5 1/2 acres offers privacy and serenity. Feel free to let your pet run through the fenced field and dig in the garden. We don’t mind! There plenty of interesting areas for your pet to explore and run and a lot for them to sniff and explore. The field is mowed weekly and may have some bare spots and occasionally dog poop. We are not UPSCALE. We are all about safe free time for you and your pet. Small dogs such as Havanese, terriers, and Bichons love our spot, as well as Labrador & golden retrievers, Portuguese water dogs, beagles, shepherds, pit bulls and mixed breeds. Big or little, there is something for everyone. We are located just 2 miles off Interstates 85 and 40 with easy access. We have a water spigot on the property. A bench, pillows and a lounging blanket are always included. We have additional extras, and feel free to make yourself at home. Please follow us on Facebook and Instagram for additional specials. We have a lot planned for your enjoyment. https://facebook.com/61550114731857 Extras are available including a hot chocolate and tea cart. If you decide you want tea, coffee or hot chocolate, it is $3.00 a cup. You can add charges to your reservation up to 30 min after your reservation. This is an honor system. Enjoy FAQ Many have asked, What is a private Dog Playground? Quite simply it means that you make an appointment through the app. Only you, your friends and the dogs you bring are in the totally fenced Playground during that time. You can book 30 min to 3 hours at a time. Can you have a birthday party with children and your dog? YES! Can we have more than one car? Yes. Just please let us know if there will be additional cars. Can we take pictures? YES, PLEASE DO. Is there an entrance fee for people? No, only dogs. Can we bring lunch? Yes, we have a picnic table. Will your dogs be in the yard? No, just yours. Do you have a place for the adults to sit? Yes. We have two cushioned benches and three chairs to move around. We also have a waterproof blanket for you and your pup. All we ask is that you leave it as you found it. Enter and exit at your designated times and always bring your dogs in and exit on a leash. They can run free off leash while visiting. The price and extras vary. Follow us on Facebook https://facebook.com/61550114731857

Fully Fenced
0.56 acres
5(163)
$22 dog / hour
Greensboro, NC

Raleigh dog parks

Rock Quarry Farm - 1 Acre Fully Fenced Private Dog Park In Raleigh | Sniffspot
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RaleighNorth Carolina27610
5.086
Sniffspotsupport@sniffspot.comUnited States
David AdamsFounder
Rock Quarry Farm - 1 Acre Fully Fenced Private Dog Park In Raleigh

Welcome to the Rock Quarry Rd. - Private Dog Park in Raleigh! We have 1 acre fully fenced in with lots of room and enrichment opportunities for your dog! We cannot wait to share our space with you! ABOUT THE SPACE The yard is fully fenced in. We have a 4ft wire fence around the property. The back fence is a 6ft privacy fence. The largest opening is 5in at the bottom of the fence. There are no shared fence lines, our yard is ideal for reactive or sensitive pups. *There is construction happening at the property next door to us, so if you book during weekdays there may be some construction/machinery noise & distractions* 🥇We officially have a beginners agility course! It includes 3 jumps, 1 hoop jump, a tunnel, and weave poles. We hope you and your pup love it! 🎾 The space comes with dog toys, tennis balls, place cots, digging sand, dog waste bags/ trash can, and a short but smell-filled nature “trail”. Our yard is filled with squirrels and birds and your dog will love following their scents through the brush. The area is made up of short grass, overgrown brush along the fence lines, and sandy soil. 🌳 Perfect shady spot for the summer! We have many mature trees which provide great shade but there are also large grassy spots where you can get full sun. A table and chairs are provided in the shade, as well as a covered area. 💧Water for dogs is provided, as is a water bowl. You’re welcome to use the hose to rinse your dog off but we ask that you don’t bath your dog or run the water for long periods of time. Our house runs on a small well so we have to reserve water. (The well is enclosed and located far outside of the fenced area). While we do live in the house on the property, it is very unlikely that you’ll see us. On weekends, Connor may be working in the shop building, but will not be loud and will remain out of the backyard. If you have an especially reactive pet, send us a message and Connor will take a break during your stay. We want to ensure that your time is as private as possible. :) Our own dog will be secured inside the house. We ask that you keep your dog away from the back door of the house. For safety, we do have security cameras located around the property. Our house is far back off of the road. When you enter the driveway, you will pass our neighbor who is located at the road. They have dogs that will likely bark when you drive past them. They are fully enclosed in a privacy fence and cannot be seen from our yard but they can be heard if they’re barking. Otherwise you should not see or hear any domestic animals. Don’t hesitate to reach out if you have any questions!

Fully Fenced
1 acre
5(86)
$12 dog / hour
Raleigh, NC
Erika's 0.5 Acre Fully Fenced Private Dog Park In Raleigh | Sniffspot
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RaleighNorth Carolina27616
4.915
Sniffspotsupport@sniffspot.comUnited States
David AdamsFounder
Erika's 0.5 Acre Fully Fenced Private Dog Park In Raleigh

We have a fully fenced in half acre backyard with lots of sniffing areas throughout. The yard is completely natural with everything from logs to leap over and run around to sticks they can pick up and carry. There is a deck seating area where human guests are welcome to sit back and relax while their pup gets to explore and burn off some energy. Areas surrounded by natural wildlife you can see everything from bunnies deer to foxes and a plethora of squirrels to chase. There is a friendly dog that lives behind us. She loves to howl and run the fence.

Fully Fenced
0.5 acres
4.9(15)
$10 dog / hour
Raleigh, NC
Butters' Bark Park In Raleigh | Sniffspot
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RaleighNorth Carolina27606
5.035
Sniffspotsupport@sniffspot.comUnited States
David AdamsFounder
Butters' Bark Park In Raleigh

The SniffSpot will be closed for about a month to let the yard recover.

Fully Fenced
0.5 acres
5(35)
$10 dog / hour
Raleigh, NC

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Why rent a private dog park in North Carolina?
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 North Carolina'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

Become a Sniffpass holder!

Get discounts on all bookings at all spots by buying monthly credits!
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FAQ about our North Carolina dog parks

What inspired Sniffspot to offer a network of private dog parks?

Sniffspot's founder, David Adams, lives with a leash reactive dog and a dog selective dog. Back in 2016, he and his wife Rebecca were struggling to meet their pup Toshii's basic needs in a city environment as there was nowhere safe to let their guards down. In passing, Rebecca texted that she wished “there was an app to find places to let him off leash” — and the rest, as they say, is history.

David is heavily involved in the day-to-day operations of Sniffspot. His personal experiences have made him passionate about giving all dogs the opportunity to sniff, run, and play without fear! As long as we share a place on Earth, Sniffspot believes that dogs have an inherent right to live a fulfilling, joyful, and rewarding life just like we do.

What kind of dogs benefit from private dog parks?

The short answer: All dogs!

Because they're private spaces without the chaos of many public city parks, Sniffspots are especially well suited to dogs who are nervous, in training, or working through reactivity. But every pet can benefit from time with just their owners in an environment all to themselves.

Here are a few things guests commonly use Sniffspots for:

  • Working on training skills, like recall, in an environment with moderate distractions (a good middle step between your own home and busier areas out in public)
  • Having playdates with one or two trusted dogs, either just for fun or to help build healthy social skills
  • Being able to run around in a securely fenced space especially if owners don't have a yard of their own
  • Safely exposing dogs to new environments, which is a key part of proper socialization — many Sniffspots offer varying terrain like water features plus a range of objects like agility equipment that can help your pup get comfortable in more situations
  • Changing up regular walking and play routines to provide more variety and fulfillment — taking the same route or playing in the same park every day in a row can get boring for our pets!

Aren't public dog parks good for dogs?

It's important for most modern dogs to have off leash exercise where they're able to engage in natural behaviors like sniffing and running. Since letting dogs off leash in city parks can be dangerous for the surrounding community and wildlife — not to mention can lead to issues with animal control or park authority departments — public dog parks are a legal way to let dogs have off leash exercise.

Unfortunately, the free and open nature of public dog parks has drawbacks. There might be unsocialized dogs displaying aggressive behavior, sick pets leading to disease transmission, or left-behind waste and other sanitation issues (since any given public dog park facility may not be cleaned regularly). All this aside, other dog owners are often inattentive of their dogs — particularly in popular parks specifically designed for pets to run off leash. Some people think of these areas like babysitters for their dogs and don't stay engaged in their pets' behavior.

For these reasons, many dog behaviorists discourage visiting public dog parks and recommend Sniffspot's private dog parks instead. Sniffspot private dog parks only allow one guest to book at a time. They are not open to the public — a reservation is required ahead of time, with both guests and hosts agreeing to certain protocols to ensure there aren't any unexpected surprises in the space — which solves many of these issues.

How do I know if a private Sniffspot dog park works for my dog?

Dogs enjoy Sniffspot dog parks for all kinds of different reasons — spanning from physical exercise to behavior modification training to agility or other dog sports practice and more. Whatever your primary goals, there is a Sniffspot dog park for you!

There are many different types of private dog parks available. Sniffspot hosts offer locations like designated training yards; expansive fields; large, fully-fenced off-leash dog parks; indoor facilities with lights and other amenities; dog sports courses complete with agility equipment; pools and natural water features; and more. Some even have niche amenities, such as a park splash pad and dog-friendly potable water fountains.

You can filter Sniffspot dog parks by size, fencing, and distractions that might be present via our dog park locator. If your dog doesn't have a good recall, you can visit one of our fully fenced dog parks. If your dog is reactive to other dogs, you can visit one of our off-leash areas where there are no dogs audible or visible nearby. You can also filter locations to avoid other domestic animals and people! Each listing includes the park hours of operation — and by reading reviews you can understand the status of condition, for example, if a section of the fence is in poor condition or there are any park maintenance issues.

How does Sniffspot ensure their private dog parks are safe?

While public dog parks have a number of safety issues, such as aggressive dogs, disease transmission, and general cleanliness (often as much an issue with the person in charge as with their dog) Sniffspot dog parks are much safer environments to let your dog express their natural behaviors.

All Sniffspot bookings are private with a time buffer in between

With Sniffspot, all bookings are private — the only park users at a given time are the dog owners who signed up and dogs they bring with them in their own group. Any host dogs are required to be kept away from the spot during visits.

We also enforce buffers between bookings to ensure you aren't arriving or leaving at the same time another park user is present.

Sniffspot requires visiting dogs to have vaccinations

We require all dogs to be vaccinated or have equivalent titers.

Sniffspot listings are vetted and reviewed by guests like you

Perhaps most helpful to know exactly what you're getting into: Sniffspot dog park locations are vetted and reviewed by guests, so you can find the perfect place for you and your dog — whether they have behavioral struggles, special needs, or any other specific considerations. 93% of reviews on Sniffspot visits are 5 stars and many spots have been reviewed hundreds of times.

Hosts are able to inventory their dog parks firsthand

Hosts are in charge of keeping their park areas clean, and many go out of their way to provide visitors with exceptional experiences. Because each host can control the number of guests that visit in a given time period, they're able to maintain their spaces better than many public parks departments can. It's a win-win for everyone in the community!

How do I sign up to use Sniffspot?

The Sniffspot app makes it super easy to book time at private dog parks near you. You can create a completely free account by clicking this link! We're constantly updating our iOS and Android app experiences along with our website to provide a seamless user experience.

How can I find Sniffspot dog parks near me?

You can browse all of our Sniffspots here using our dog park locator. You can easily view information about the spots, including open times, park entrance details, and current conditions.

How much do Sniffspot dog parks cost?

Each host sets their own price, so you can check the cost per hour on the specific Sniffspot dog park listing. Most are between $5 - $15 per dog per hour.

Prices vary based on size, fencing and amenities, such as water or drinking fountains for dogs, park benches, WiFi accessibility, and so on.

What are the requirements to bring my dog to a Sniffspot dog park?

Vaccinations are required

We require that all dogs have basic vaccinations or equivalent titers. We require rabies vaccination, the equivalent of current rabies tags.

Dogs should not display aggressive behavior

We do not allow dogs with a bite history.

There are sometimes limits on number of dogs per booking

We do not have limits for dogs per owner or dogs per adult handler, though some individual park hosts set person per visit limits.

Supervision is always required

Adult supervision is required at all times.

Clean up after your pets

Dog owners are responsible for picking up pet waste to keep park areas clean (many Sniffspot private dog parks provide pet waste stations).

You must sign a waiver and agree to our policies

We require that guests sign our waiver and agree to follow park rules and policies before visiting park sites.

How can I offer my land as a private dog park?

You can learn more about how you can earn up to $3,000 per month sharing your land here. It is just as lucrative as dog boarding or other dog services — with less work for you! Park planning can be as simple as opening up your existing yard.

About Sniffspot

Sniffspot provides the best experiences and fun for you and your dog. Our dog parks are designed for the ultimate dog exercise. Our private spaces help you minimize distractions or triggers and maximize time with your dog. We provide off leash enrichment - exploration and activities you can't get anywhere else; wear your dog out for days. We make it easy to have playdates. Socialize your pup in a controlled, private spot - it's great exercise and it's fun for you and your dog.