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PetalumaCalifornia94954US
5.0265
55It is a beautiful location but it is imperative to use the gps on...
55AMAZING SPOT! Dogs had the best time and it is so nice!
55It was PERFECT. Just what my dog really needed, and now he is...
55Awesome spot 👌
55Amazing experience! We have a reactive dog and this was perfect for...
55Nice location with pool access
55Great for dogs that love to swim!
55Everything was great!
55Fryeja and I have to travel an hour or more to come to Gulch...
55Shayla gave us very detailed instructions — the yard are pool are...
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The Gulch Pool

Petaluma, California
Fully Fenced
0.17 acres
4.97265 Reviews
Top spot

The Gulch Pool

Petaluma, California
Host avatar
Hosted by Shayla T.
4.97265 Reviews
Top spot
Fully Fenced
0.17 acres
The Gulch Pool - Petaluma, California
The Gulch Pool - Petaluma, California
The Gulch Pool - Petaluma, California

Fencing

100% of guests said fencing at this spot was secure enough to contain their dogs

This spot is fully fenced

Info provided by host

Fencing height

6+ feet (at lowest point)

Fencing type

Wood - privacy

Gaps or holes in fence

No gaps

Enclosure

fully fenced

Fencing height (at lowest point)

6+ feet

100% of guests said fencing at this spot was secure enough to contain their dogs

Fencing type(s): Wood - privacy

Gaps or holes in fence: No gaps


Designed for private play

Only the people and dogs in your booking are allowed in the spot during your visit.

Distractions seen/heard from the spot

Other dogsSometimes

Other dogs

HOST REPORTS

Sometimes

Sometimes you can see dogs through our windows. But if you let me know in advance that your dog doesn’t do well seeing other dogs through a window I can do my best to make sure they’re not in the living room if I am home.

GUEST FEEDBACK

71% of guests saw/heard

Designed for private play

Only the people and dogs in your booking are allowed in the spot during your visit.

Other domestic animalsSometimes

Other domestic animals

HOST REPORTS

Sometimes

We have chickens. If you get in a specific location in the back corner, you can see them.

GUEST FEEDBACK

59% of guests saw/heard

Designed for private play

Only the people and dogs in your booking are allowed in the spot during your visit.

Other peopleSometimes

Other people

HOST REPORTS

Sometimes

Our pool is in our backyard, sometimes we are in our living room with our infants, but we do our best to avoid the area when sniffspots are around.

GUEST FEEDBACK

37% of guests saw/heard

Designed for private play

Only the people and dogs in your booking are allowed in the spot during your visit.


Amenities

Swimming pool

Dog drinking water

Chairs

Trash can

Water - hose

Water - sprinkler


Pricing
40 credits per dog per hour

50% off all dogs after the 1st dog

25% off hourly price for 30 min visit

Member get discounts on all bookings at all spots by buying monthly credits!

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Location

Petaluma, California

Description

Welcome to our dog pool! Yup, that’s right, we designed this pool specifically for dogs!!!! We have 3 large benches that accommodate dogs of all sizes (some benches are more shallow/deeper than others), plus a step that goes all the way around the pool for dogs to walk on. In addition to that, we have a step in the deep end that makes it easy for the dogs to get in and out of the pool! We also have bubblers inside of the pool (the dogs go crazy over these) and then outside of the pool we have fountains that shoot into the pool! This is literally a dream pool for dogs and dog owners! The pool is surrounded by artificial turf and a gorgeous view! We can’t wait for you to check out our pool! Please note, this spot is right next to our home, we too have dogs and they can be seen through our windows! If you would like to book more than 2 hours, please send us a message.

Cleanliness

100% of guests said this spot was as clean as expected during their visit.

Hazards

HOST NOTE

This spot has a water feature, make sure to review these guidelines for visiting spots with water before visiting: https://help.sniffspot.com/article/167-how-to-keep-your-dog-safe-around-pools-and-water

Water safety notice

Make sure to practice dog and human safety around water. Read more


Extras

2 extra ppl swim for 2 hours40 credits

Two extra people swimming for two hours

Bathing package20 credits

You dog get muddy down at the lake? We can provide towels, dog shampoo, and a place to clean them up before you head home!

Dog swim training with a pro!85 credits

Jake is a professionally trained dog trainer, certified through Bergin University—the only accredited dog training university in the country! He has extensive experience teaching dogs how to swim safely and confidently. If you're interested in adding this swim training session as an extra, please be sure to message the host in advance to schedule it.

Extras

2 extra ppl swim for 2 hours40 credits

Two extra people swimming for two hours


Bathing package20 credits

You dog get muddy down at the lake? We can provide towels, dog shampoo, and a place to clean them up before you head home!


Dog swim training with a pro!85 credits

Jake is a professionally trained dog trainer, certified through Bergin University—the only accredited dog training university in the country! He has extensive experience teaching dogs how to swim safely and confidently. If you're interested in adding this swim training session as an extra, please be sure to message the host in advance to schedule it.


Doggy daycare50 credits

Hang out at the ranch for the whole day! Your dog will experience a walk down to our lake, lots of play time with our golden retrievers, and a nap in our home! *dogs must get along with other dogs *please send us a message if you’re interested in boarding services!


Fountains and bubblers10 credits

Fountains shooting into the pool and bubblers in the shallow end for fun and playful pool experience! These are turned on for 1 hour. If you book more than one hour, pls message us as to what time you want them turned on!


One additional person to swim10 credits

The first person to swim is free, then after that, we charge $10 per person per hour to swim per hour. Message me if you’re staying longer than 1 hour with more than one person.


Pool towels10 credits

Towels to dry you and your dog off with!


Two additional people to swim20 credits

The first person on the booking swims free, this extra is for 2 additional people per hour. If you need to book more than 2 people, please message us!


Host Rules

Minimum visit length
30 minutes
Required advanced notice for visits
1 hour
Max dogs per booking
5
Is the host present?
I prefer to meet my guests on their first visits
Additional rules

•Please clean up after your dog. •We request that water down the turf after they pee or poop. •No allowing dogs to dig on the turf! •This booking allows one owner to swim in the pool. More swimmers can be added for an addition fee. • No alcohol/drugs • please note, we do have cameras in our pool. This is to keep everyone safe.


Community safety rules
Dogs must be leashed when entering and exiting the spot.
Make sure the area is safe and secure before bringing your dog in.
Never enter a spot before your booking start time and never leave late.
Pick up after your dogs. Leave the spot as it was when you arrived.
Always review and abide by spot specific rules.
Unless otherwise stated, restrooms are not available on site.

Booking Policies

Community safety rules
Dogs must be leashed when entering and exiting the spot.
Make sure the area is safe and secure before bringing your dog in.
Never enter a spot before your booking start time and never leave late.
Pick up after your dogs. Leave the spot as it was when you arrived.
Always review and abide by spot specific rules.
Unless otherwise stated, restrooms are not available on site.

In addition, please make sure to read Sniffspot's booking policies


Booking Policies
Only one booking is allowed at a time at any spot and there is an enforced 30 min buffer between all bookings to ensure dogs in separate bookings do not meet.
This spot is set for Booking, which means you will be instantly confirmed for any booking you request. You will receive the address and access instruction immediately following booking.
Visits can be moved or cancelled up to 2 hours before a visit.
Visits can be extended and dogs can be added throughout the visit.

Top spot!

This spot consistently provides amazing experiences to guests

4.97 (265 Reviews)

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Meet your host

Shayla T.

Joined in May 2024


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