55Absolutely loved our time in the sniffari paddock. It’s well thought out such a great space to safely exercise and explore with your pups. We will definitely be back! Tessa A.
Tessa A.
April 2021
Absolutely loved our time in the sniffari paddock. It’s well thought out such a great space to safely exercise and explore with your pups. We will definitely be back!
55Amazing space with lots of different areas for the dogs to explore. Annie was lovely and gave a run through of the facilities and paddocks. We'll definitely be back soon. Millie L.
Millie L.
July 2020
Amazing space with lots of different areas for the dogs to explore. Annie was lovely and gave a run through of the facilities and paddocks. We'll definitely be back soon.
55Every time we visit, you can see the improvements being made. The planting, fencing and mowing really make a difference to how safe it feels to let your dog loose. The facility to deposit your dog’s poop down a compost hole is most welcome too, as we drive quite a way to come here (because it is so special), and we don’t have the smell of it in our vehicle. Our dogs now recognise the place and they get excited as we drive up the hill to get to it. Thanks so much Annie.Tessa C.
Tessa C.
July 2020
Every time we visit, you can see the improvements being made. The planting, fencing and mowing really make a difference to how safe it feels to let your dog loose. The facility to deposit your dog’s poop down a compost hole is most welcome too, as we drive quite a way to come here (because it is so special), and we don’t have the smell of it in our vehicle. Our dogs now recognise the place and they get excited as we drive up the hill to get to it. Thanks so much Annie.
55Lots of variety...flax bushes to explore, logs and wood to climb up and around, open spaces to zip around...but the absolute most favourite was the boggy swamp...Brigid B.
Brigid B.
July 2020
Lots of variety...flax bushes to explore, logs and wood to climb up and around, open spaces to zip around...but the absolute most favourite was the boggy swamp...
55What a beautiful, well thought out space. I have never felt so safe and happy on a walk with Frankie!
Thank you so much for a beautiful place for us to let Frankie be a dog 👏🏻 Rebekah D.
Rebekah D.
August 2020
What a beautiful, well thought out space. I have never felt so safe and happy on a walk with Frankie!
Thank you so much for a beautiful place for us to let Frankie be a dog 👏🏻
55We LOVE Sniffari! So nice to have a place where we can romp unleashed and not ever worry that another dog will appear. The sniffari paddock has long grass, bushes, fallen trees, a pond, and occasionally farm animals in adjacent fields, so there is always something to sniff or train. There's even dog poo compost bins and a toilet for the humans! Annie goes above and beyond to accommodate her guests.Jalyn N.
Jalyn N.
August 2020
We LOVE Sniffari! So nice to have a place where we can romp unleashed and not ever worry that another dog will appear. The sniffari paddock has long grass, bushes, fallen trees, a pond, and occasionally farm animals in adjacent fields, so there is always something to sniff or train. There's even dog poo compost bins and a toilet for the humans! Annie goes above and beyond to accommodate her guests.
55Wonderful welcoming environment with lots of variety for dogs..a pond, swampy areas with rushes and flaxes perfect for sniffing and large open spaces for my dog to race around. My dog is small (mini dachshund) so can squeeze through the fences so I keep her on my own long line. I do see that the owner also has some available for use. Brigid B.
Brigid B.
August 2020
Wonderful welcoming environment with lots of variety for dogs..a pond, swampy areas with rushes and flaxes perfect for sniffing and large open spaces for my dog to race around. My dog is small (mini dachshund) so can squeeze through the fences so I keep her on my own long line. I do see that the owner also has some available for use.
55Absolutely beautiful spot, so well thought out and the perfect space to safely exercise and decompress our puppy during that funky teenage stage! Despite taking toys with us, he finds the toys already there to be his favourite ☺️😁Kitty G.
Kitty G.
August 2020
Absolutely beautiful spot, so well thought out and the perfect space to safely exercise and decompress our puppy during that funky teenage stage! Despite taking toys with us, he finds the toys already there to be his favourite ☺️😁
55What a fantastic place for my reactive dog - no stress wondering if we will run into any other people or animals, so much space and so many interesting things to sniff that you don’t get in the city. And most importantly - plenty of sticks. She’s now a very happy and tired dog! We will be sure to come back again soon! Nova M.
Nova M.
September 2020
What a fantastic place for my reactive dog - no stress wondering if we will run into any other people or animals, so much space and so many interesting things to sniff that you don’t get in the city. And most importantly - plenty of sticks. She’s now a very happy and tired dog! We will be sure to come back again soon!
55Great spot for our dog to have a run around and explore. Three different areas to meet all of our needs. Great spot for training as well. Will definitely be back!Tamara S.
Tamara S.
October 2020
Great spot for our dog to have a run around and explore. Three different areas to meet all of our needs. Great spot for training as well. Will definitely be back!
55We were given lots of help and support to take our two dogs around the property, using a long line for one and learning about how I can use that in other spaces. They both managed to get exhausted and dirty and seemed self satisfied. Thanks AnnieErin R.
Erin R.
October 2020
We were given lots of help and support to take our two dogs around the property, using a long line for one and learning about how I can use that in other spaces. They both managed to get exhausted and dirty and seemed self satisfied. Thanks Annie
55Frankie is her happiest, most care-free self at this place. Forever grateful for Annie taking into consideration the needs of our dogs. The half an hour buffer between appointments between sessions makes it stress-free from arriving to leaving in that we never come across other dogs.
Frankie LOVES getting mucky so the pond down the bottom is her highlight of the visit. Worth every dollar!Rebekah D.
Rebekah D.
October 2020
Frankie is her happiest, most care-free self at this place. Forever grateful for Annie taking into consideration the needs of our dogs. The half an hour buffer between appointments between sessions makes it stress-free from arriving to leaving in that we never come across other dogs.
Frankie LOVES getting mucky so the pond down the bottom is her highlight of the visit. Worth every dollar!
55We took our puppy here for his first birthday and he had such a great time. Annie was an amazing host and popped out to wish him a happy birthday.Tamara S.
Tamara S.
November 2020
We took our puppy here for his first birthday and he had such a great time. Annie was an amazing host and popped out to wish him a happy birthday.
55My pup had an amazing experience with another dog. Prior to our hour on the paddock we had a quick orientation with our host then it was straight into exploring. The paddock is fully dog secure and long leads are provided for dogs with limited recall. There is a duck pond, long grass, and big logs to explore, and livestock in neighbouring paddocks to look at. The drive to the farm winding up the hill also has breathtaking views. Tim H.
Tim H.
December 2020
My pup had an amazing experience with another dog. Prior to our hour on the paddock we had a quick orientation with our host then it was straight into exploring. The paddock is fully dog secure and long leads are provided for dogs with limited recall. There is a duck pond, long grass, and big logs to explore, and livestock in neighbouring paddocks to look at. The drive to the farm winding up the hill also has breathtaking views.
55Great safe spot for our greyhound to get some speed up! An absolute joy to watch her and the kids goofing around in a paddock! Belinda K.
Belinda K.
May 2020
Great safe spot for our greyhound to get some speed up! An absolute joy to watch her and the kids goofing around in a paddock!
How do Pakuranga's private dog fields 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 Pakuranga dog fields
Are dog fields safe?
If you are looking for an adventure, but also looking for safety, Sniffspot dog fields are a great option. While public dog parks have a number of safety issues, such as aggressive dogs, distracted dog owners, disease transmission and general cleanliness, Sniffspot dog parks are much safer than public dog parks. With Sniffspot all bookings are private space for just you and doggy friends you bring with you and we require all dogs to be vaccinated (or have equivalent titers). Especially for training, privacy is ideal. Contrary to public dog parks, all Sniffspot locations are vetted and reviewed by guests so you can find the perfect place for you and your dog for off leash exercise or outdoor training. 93% of reviews on Sniffspot visits are 5 stars, while public dog parks often do not even have verified reviews. All payment is done securely online by credit card in a few simple clicks.
All park rental information is available online. Start by filtering parks by fencing, size and distractions, to find a private spot that works for your dog. If your dog has poor recall, you can visit one of our secure fields. If your dog is reactive to other dogs, you can visit one of our dog fields where there are no dogs audible or visible nearby. You can review the details of the listing to make sure it works as your desired activity space, for example, safe dog exercise, dog training, a stress-free adventure with your furry friend or even a puppy event. You can even check the park amenities chart for amenities such as indoor training facilities, agility field, synthetic turf, exercise balls or field parking availability in advance. If inclement weather is an issue or poor field conditions, you can reschedule your visit up to 2 hours in advance.
What are the requirements to bring my dog to a Sniffspot dog field?
We require that all four-legged friends have basic vaccinations or equivalent titers. We do not allow dogs with a bite history. We require that guests sign our waiver and agree to follow our safety rules. Make sure to check host rules before visiting to ensure, for instance, that you are following allowable sports activities rules and any special events rules.
Will there be other dogs at the Sniffspot field at the same time as me?
No. Facility rentals are for private play time and any host dogs are required to be kept away from the area during visits, so this is perfect for a private adventure for you and your doggie friends, and perhaps a human friend. Hosts understand that many guests have dogs in training and are nervous owners. So when you book a Sniffspot dog field you have the entire private spot to yourself. We also enforce 30 min time buffers between time slots so you will not run into other guest dogs or a previous person when coming or leaving in the field parking area. Some hosts may have multiple fields, but there is always a buffer between fields.