55Catherine is so thoughtful and detail-oriented! This was just what our dogs needed—lots of room, fun textures and other sensory-oriented areas. Thanks so much! Jennifer S.
Jennifer S.
September 2023
Catherine is so thoughtful and detail-oriented! This was just what our dogs needed—lots of room, fun textures and other sensory-oriented areas. Thanks so much!
55This is a great spot in Oshawa! The fences are well secured, and the spot was clean and fairly private. We were a little concerned about the heat, and it was a hot day. But the area was very well shaded and there was cold water available, for dogs and humans! There is plenty of sniffing to do, and a good amount of space to run and play. We'll be back!Walter C.
Walter C.
September 2023
This is a great spot in Oshawa! The fences are well secured, and the spot was clean and fairly private. We were a little concerned about the heat, and it was a hot day. But the area was very well shaded and there was cold water available, for dogs and humans! There is plenty of sniffing to do, and a good amount of space to run and play. We'll be back!
55Thank you, we truly enjoyed our time here. The setup for my visit was extremely thoughtful for both my puppy and myself. I could honestly say we had a very good time here. We will book again! P.S. Thank you so much for the doggie bag treats, I let my boy pick a colour bag which was fun for him, as well as myself to watch him choose!~ Thank you. 🦴🦴
Marie B.
Marie B.
September 2023
Thank you, we truly enjoyed our time here. The setup for my visit was extremely thoughtful for both my puppy and myself. I could honestly say we had a very good time here. We will book again! P.S. Thank you so much for the doggie bag treats, I let my boy pick a colour bag which was fun for him, as well as myself to watch him choose!~ Thank you. 🦴🦴
55Very welcoming property! You can feel the care the owners put into this sniffspot! Star, my 14 month Labrador Retriever & his friend Shylow loved it, all the toys, the large yard to run, she had lots of fresh water for the dogs and us too! I felt Star was save to run free, nothing harmful to get into and the yard was fenced in perfectly. We will be booking again very soon! Thank you for creating such a wonderful place for my fur-baby! 🌟🐕🌠🐾💙Elizabeth M.
Elizabeth M.
October 2023
Very welcoming property! You can feel the care the owners put into this sniffspot! Star, my 14 month Labrador Retriever & his friend Shylow loved it, all the toys, the large yard to run, she had lots of fresh water for the dogs and us too! I felt Star was save to run free, nothing harmful to get into and the yard was fenced in perfectly. We will be booking again very soon! Thank you for creating such a wonderful place for my fur-baby! 🌟🐕🌠🐾💙
55This sniff spot is an absolute gem! It's a dog's paradise with ample space for running, playing, and exploring. The provided water, treats and toys are a thoughtful touch, and the secure fencing adds peace of mind. The picturesque backdrop is perfect for capturing unforgettable moments, making it an ideal spot for dogs and their humans. The sensory overload of sights, textures, and smells make it a beautiful haven for our furry friends. I've been here several times with my furry friends and plan on continuing to use this wonderful space Catherine has thoughtfully provided. Thank you so much!!
DN R.
DN R.
November 2023
This sniff spot is an absolute gem! It's a dog's paradise with ample space for running, playing, and exploring. The provided water, treats and toys are a thoughtful touch, and the secure fencing adds peace of mind. The picturesque backdrop is perfect for capturing unforgettable moments, making it an ideal spot for dogs and their humans. The sensory overload of sights, textures, and smells make it a beautiful haven for our furry friends. I've been here several times with my furry friends and plan on continuing to use this wonderful space Catherine has thoughtfully provided. Thank you so much!!
55I brought my two cane corsos here after work to get some energy out. They love to sniff, run and play and there’s lots of room for that here! With all the toys and stimulating things the host has set up, your dog will be ready for a long nap after this! Loved it and we will 100% return.Danielle B.
Danielle B.
November 2023
I brought my two cane corsos here after work to get some energy out. They love to sniff, run and play and there’s lots of room for that here! With all the toys and stimulating things the host has set up, your dog will be ready for a long nap after this! Loved it and we will 100% return.
55This spot is so much fun! Esmé had a blast jumping and running through all the leaves this fall. Catherine is an incredibly thoughtful host. We had everything we needed for our playtime stay and more. Highly recommend this SniffSpot!Allie G.
Allie G.
November 2023
This spot is so much fun! Esmé had a blast jumping and running through all the leaves this fall. Catherine is an incredibly thoughtful host. We had everything we needed for our playtime stay and more. Highly recommend this SniffSpot!
55What an amazing place to take your dog! There are so many fun activities for dogs of all sizes. The host has thought of everything to make sure you and your dog have a great time, so many thoughtful details. There is tons of room for the big dogs to run and stretch their legs. We felt so welcome and will definitely be back!!Sheri V.
Sheri V.
November 2023
What an amazing place to take your dog! There are so many fun activities for dogs of all sizes. The host has thought of everything to make sure you and your dog have a great time, so many thoughtful details. There is tons of room for the big dogs to run and stretch their legs. We felt so welcome and will definitely be back!!
55Star and I had a great time! The pile of leaves was alot of fun! I didn't realize you had backyard lighting, we booked for a half hour because it would be dark after 5pm. When we were leaving Star wouldn't drop one of your balls, eventually I got it from him, he is a little ball obsessed... a work in progress! Thank you for a wonderful time! 💙🐾🐕🌟Elizabeth M.
Elizabeth M.
December 2023
Star and I had a great time! The pile of leaves was alot of fun! I didn't realize you had backyard lighting, we booked for a half hour because it would be dark after 5pm. When we were leaving Star wouldn't drop one of your balls, eventually I got it from him, he is a little ball obsessed... a work in progress! Thank you for a wonderful time! 💙🐾🐕🌟
55This was our first visit to a Sniffspot and I’m so glad we chose Catherine’s Pupvacay! It was PARADISE. Our 12 year old rescue pups were the happiest we’ve ever seen them! It was safe, secure, and private. The host really goes above and beyond with the toys/treats/water etc that they leave out for their guests. Our Aussie Kelpie Simba loved the obstacle courses and large space to run, and there was no lack of ‘sniff spots’ for our mini poodle Shadow to explore. We are blown away and hope to come back regularly. Thank you for providing this wonderful space!Brittni F.
Brittni F.
December 2023
This was our first visit to a Sniffspot and I’m so glad we chose Catherine’s Pupvacay! It was PARADISE. Our 12 year old rescue pups were the happiest we’ve ever seen them! It was safe, secure, and private. The host really goes above and beyond with the toys/treats/water etc that they leave out for their guests. Our Aussie Kelpie Simba loved the obstacle courses and large space to run, and there was no lack of ‘sniff spots’ for our mini poodle Shadow to explore. We are blown away and hope to come back regularly. Thank you for providing this wonderful space!
55We had so much fun at this doggie wonderland this morning! Simba was enjoying all the obstacle courses and Shadow got to explore and dress up for the holidays. This pupvacay spot is a true blessing, thank you Catherine!Brittni F.
Brittni F.
December 2023
We had so much fun at this doggie wonderland this morning! Simba was enjoying all the obstacle courses and Shadow got to explore and dress up for the holidays. This pupvacay spot is a true blessing, thank you Catherine!
55Love this place! Super engaging! Has everything you need (bags, scoops, bowls, water, toys and photo ops). Secure with three gates and good fencing.Victoria V.
Victoria V.
December 2023
Love this place! Super engaging! Has everything you need (bags, scoops, bowls, water, toys and photo ops). Secure with three gates and good fencing.
55My dogs were so happy and tired at the end of our visit. The area is well looked after and it is very clear that the owner loves dogs. She was very accommodating when I messed up and showed up on the wrong date. Leslie H.
Leslie H.
March 2024
My dogs were so happy and tired at the end of our visit. The area is well looked after and it is very clear that the owner loves dogs. She was very accommodating when I messed up and showed up on the wrong date.
55We had an amazing time! I will recommend this spot to everyone:) The yard is beautiful in itself with fun obstacle courses and everything you can possibly need is provided including water for you and your pup, toys, balls, treats and towels to wipe off muddy paws before you leave!
I can't wait to come back for more fun!Karen J.
Karen J.
March 2024
We had an amazing time! I will recommend this spot to everyone:) The yard is beautiful in itself with fun obstacle courses and everything you can possibly need is provided including water for you and your pup, toys, balls, treats and towels to wipe off muddy paws before you leave!
I can't wait to come back for more fun!
55My two fur babies say...Best day ever!
Even in the pouring rain we had a beautiful table laid out to welcome us with toys and treats. We can't wait to rebook on a sunny day. Sherri D.
Sherri D.
March 2024
My two fur babies say...Best day ever!
Even in the pouring rain we had a beautiful table laid out to welcome us with toys and treats. We can't wait to rebook on a sunny day.
55Lovely time spent this morning with my boy Jimmy. He loved the brush and all the different scents. We played chuck it, and he was happy exploring the yard. We will be coming back soon. Linda S.
Linda S.
March 2024
Lovely time spent this morning with my boy Jimmy. He loved the brush and all the different scents. We played chuck it, and he was happy exploring the yard. We will be coming back soon.
55Absolutely amazing yard for a dog. Lots of toys, well fenced in. Great table full of goodies, treats, towels, water for pup and for you. We were even surprised to see the little pup paw wash warmed and ready for use. Throughly impressed, so much so that I took a video of it and sent it to friends with pups. We’ll be coming back again. Thanks!!! Rebecca S.
Rebecca S.
March 2024
Absolutely amazing yard for a dog. Lots of toys, well fenced in. Great table full of goodies, treats, towels, water for pup and for you. We were even surprised to see the little pup paw wash warmed and ready for use. Throughly impressed, so much so that I took a video of it and sent it to friends with pups. We’ll be coming back again. Thanks!!!
55There was a lovely sign welcoming us when we arrived. Water and toys, etc left for us. My dogs enjoy this location very much and came home and went right to bedLeslie H.
Leslie H.
March 2024
There was a lovely sign welcoming us when we arrived. Water and toys, etc left for us. My dogs enjoy this location very much and came home and went right to bed
How do Oshawa'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
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FAQ about our Oshawa 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. 96% of reviews on Sniffspot visits in the Oshawa 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 104 fully fenced dog parks in the area. If your dog is reactive to other dogs, you can visit one of our 21 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.
Sniffspot has 104 fully fenced dog parks in or near Oshawa. Browse all fully enclosed options.
Where are good dog hiking trails near Oshawa?
The Oshawa area has 6 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 Sarah's 5 Acre Fully Fenced Private Dog Park In Port Perry.
Are there dog agility courses for rent in Oshawa?
Sniffspot has dog parks with agility equipment and/or dog obstacles in or near Oshawa. The most popular agility option is Pupvacay - in the heart of Oshawa!.
Where in Oshawa can I find a pool for dog swimming?