55This is a beautiful, wooded area. A long trail leads to a small meadow, the zoom area. Dogs really appreciated the hose and bucket on the fence. Thank you. My vocal girl had issues with the horses behind the fence. She showed them, and me, by rolling in several horse poop piles...she needed a bath anyway. But be prepared. The dogs loved chasing each other around all the side trails. Black Pond is a wonderful adventure for both two and four pawed creatures.Debbie B.
Debbie B.
August 2021
This is a beautiful, wooded area. A long trail leads to a small meadow, the zoom area. Dogs really appreciated the hose and bucket on the fence. Thank you. My vocal girl had issues with the horses behind the fence. She showed them, and me, by rolling in several horse poop piles...she needed a bath anyway. But be prepared. The dogs loved chasing each other around all the side trails. Black Pond is a wonderful adventure for both two and four pawed creatures.
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55This was my first time back since the updates and it was a great experience. Clearly marked trail and "Club Zoomies" was really fun. A few blackberry vines so make sure your footwear is appropriate. Tina P.
Tina P.
August 2021
This was my first time back since the updates and it was a great experience. Clearly marked trail and "Club Zoomies" was really fun. A few blackberry vines so make sure your footwear is appropriate.
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55We have visited this spot 3 times now and will continue to keep coming back. My dog is old and reactive and this gives her a space to explore miles of trails, mostly shaded (depending how far you go) and a little elevation to give her a good workout. Today we saw a huge frog and a deer on trail! We saw no people or other dogs on the DNR land. The new club zoomies area is a lot of fun as well, nice work Preston.Chelsea B.
Chelsea B.
June 2021
We have visited this spot 3 times now and will continue to keep coming back. My dog is old and reactive and this gives her a space to explore miles of trails, mostly shaded (depending how far you go) and a little elevation to give her a good workout. Today we saw a huge frog and a deer on trail! We saw no people or other dogs on the DNR land. The new club zoomies area is a lot of fun as well, nice work Preston.
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55Super unique and fun spot! Nice and shady for hot summer days. The hosts were very lovely and accommodating and there are multiple dog water stations and bug spray. Really thoughtful setup. Our pup had a great time exploring the trails. The signage was very useful, we never worried about getting lost. We could hear a couple of dogs barking and roosters in the distance (she is dog reactive) but it was far enough away that she wasn’t too bothered so it was a nice training opportunity :) We will definitely come back!Lara M.
Lara M.
July 2021
Super unique and fun spot! Nice and shady for hot summer days. The hosts were very lovely and accommodating and there are multiple dog water stations and bug spray. Really thoughtful setup. Our pup had a great time exploring the trails. The signage was very useful, we never worried about getting lost. We could hear a couple of dogs barking and roosters in the distance (she is dog reactive) but it was far enough away that she wasn’t too bothered so it was a nice training opportunity :) We will definitely come back!
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55Wonderful location! Our reactive puppy had the best time on the trails and took a splash in the pond.. we will absolutely visit here again! You've got privacy and plenty of trails to venture on, along with a lovely setup when you arrive with a number of complementary necessities like bug spray and towels! Tia H.
Tia H.
July 2021
Wonderful location! Our reactive puppy had the best time on the trails and took a splash in the pond.. we will absolutely visit here again! You've got privacy and plenty of trails to venture on, along with a lovely setup when you arrive with a number of complementary necessities like bug spray and towels!
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55First time visit, with my two pups. We had a great time, enjoyed the trail and the sun with a bit of play by the pond. Loved the care package box filled with water, towels and other possible necessities. We will will be back for sure.Lisa C.
Lisa C.
July 2021
First time visit, with my two pups. We had a great time, enjoyed the trail and the sun with a bit of play by the pond. Loved the care package box filled with water, towels and other possible necessities. We will will be back for sure.
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55this was our 3rd visit, but 1st time booking it myself, as we are usually with another pair of dogs, and Bubba's last foster mom. Bubba loves the smells from the parking lot to Club Zoomies. Unfortunately, Bubba is always a ground critter away from disappearing into the woods, so he gets a long line instead of being off leash, but he doesn't mind. Next time I'll book 90 minutes so he can explore a bit more. The place is always so clean and well maintained, and the hose at Club Zoomies is a nice addition. it's certainly our favorite sniff spot.chris n.
chris n.
July 2021
this was our 3rd visit, but 1st time booking it myself, as we are usually with another pair of dogs, and Bubba's last foster mom. Bubba loves the smells from the parking lot to Club Zoomies. Unfortunately, Bubba is always a ground critter away from disappearing into the woods, so he gets a long line instead of being off leash, but he doesn't mind. Next time I'll book 90 minutes so he can explore a bit more. The place is always so clean and well maintained, and the hose at Club Zoomies is a nice addition. it's certainly our favorite sniff spot.
55We rented this spot for two hours for our pups bday and invited her friends, it was absolutely perfect. Well maintained and lots of space to romp and play fetch!Katelyn W.
Katelyn W.
September 2022
We rented this spot for two hours for our pups bday and invited her friends, it was absolutely perfect. Well maintained and lots of space to romp and play fetch!
55Excellent sniffspot! There is tons of room for dogs to run/play with shaded areas! They have baby pools there for the dogs which we plan to use on the next visit! There was also a cute bench and picnic table to sit down at. We can’t wait to go back!Erin S.
Erin S.
September 2022
Excellent sniffspot! There is tons of room for dogs to run/play with shaded areas! They have baby pools there for the dogs which we plan to use on the next visit! There was also a cute bench and picnic table to sit down at. We can’t wait to go back!
55This is a stunning sniffspot! It has a wooded area with a bench and also a large open pasture with a hill for doggos to run on. Highly recommend!Ida J.
Ida J.
October 2022
This is a stunning sniffspot! It has a wooded area with a bench and also a large open pasture with a hill for doggos to run on. Highly recommend!
55Ellen’s Country Pasture Getaway was a perfect place for my pup to run around safely and securely. Everything was very accessible and directions for entrance were clear and precise. Will definitely be going here again for more sniff adventures. Shera K.
Shera K.
October 2022
Ellen’s Country Pasture Getaway was a perfect place for my pup to run around safely and securely. Everything was very accessible and directions for entrance were clear and precise. Will definitely be going here again for more sniff adventures.
55Hands down the most happiest and beautiful spots for dogs to sniff, play and do doggy things! Being in an apartment means finding creativity for them to get their energy out and this sniff spot is my favorite. Definitely will be back ! Thank you so much!! Amy S.
Amy S.
October 2022
Hands down the most happiest and beautiful spots for dogs to sniff, play and do doggy things! Being in an apartment means finding creativity for them to get their energy out and this sniff spot is my favorite. Definitely will be back ! Thank you so much!!
55My dogs always have a great time here. We couldn’t stay the entire hour because of the smoke but I’m glad we were able to make it out for a bit.
The neighbor’s dog was out so my dogs spent a good chunk of time running back and forth along the fence and also barking. (Sorry host and neighbor!) Thankfully the fence is super secure so I’m never worried about my dogs escaping.Mia H.
Mia H.
October 2022
My dogs always have a great time here. We couldn’t stay the entire hour because of the smoke but I’m glad we were able to make it out for a bit.
The neighbor’s dog was out so my dogs spent a good chunk of time running back and forth along the fence and also barking. (Sorry host and neighbor!) Thankfully the fence is super secure so I’m never worried about my dogs escaping.
55Excellent spot! Secure, clean, safe, and such a big great spot for our dogs to enjoy! They had an amazing time running up and down the hill, and we appreciated the detailed instructions and multiple gates for security. Even the toughest escape artist would be secure here. We will definitely be back! Highly recommended.
Dylan P.
Dylan P.
October 2022
Excellent spot! Secure, clean, safe, and such a big great spot for our dogs to enjoy! They had an amazing time running up and down the hill, and we appreciated the detailed instructions and multiple gates for security. Even the toughest escape artist would be secure here. We will definitely be back! Highly recommended.
55My girls had a ton of fun! This was our first Sniffspot experience and we loved it. Clean, lots of room to run, play and explore. We hope to be back soon!Courtney N.
Courtney N.
November 2022
My girls had a ton of fun! This was our first Sniffspot experience and we loved it. Clean, lots of room to run, play and explore. We hope to be back soon!
How do Penticton'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 Penticton 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.