55Absolutely amazing! My dogs had a wonderful time! Will definitely book again if I’m in the area. Sheila was wonderful to work with. The property was clean and safe. Megan G.
Megan G.
June 2024
Absolutely amazing! My dogs had a wonderful time! Will definitely book again if I’m in the area. Sheila was wonderful to work with. The property was clean and safe.
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55I come weekly with my boy, and he always loves his chance to have a leash free run!
Thanks, always, for providing a safe and fun place for him!Carolyn v.
Carolyn v.
July 2024
I come weekly with my boy, and he always loves his chance to have a leash free run!
Thanks, always, for providing a safe and fun place for him!
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55We had a great time at Sheila's Sniffspot. It was the perfect spot between home and the cottage and made sure the boys had used up some energy before our arrival at the lake. It was a hot day but they still enjoyed running and exploring the area. The fresh water that was put out was much appreciated and the quite spot at the back of the yard was a lovely shaded respite that we all enjoyed. We would happily return and would recommend to others. Maryl D.
Maryl D.
July 2024
We had a great time at Sheila's Sniffspot. It was the perfect spot between home and the cottage and made sure the boys had used up some energy before our arrival at the lake. It was a hot day but they still enjoyed running and exploring the area. The fresh water that was put out was much appreciated and the quite spot at the back of the yard was a lovely shaded respite that we all enjoyed. We would happily return and would recommend to others.
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55My dogs loved it! You can tell how much care goes into designing a great private space to take your dogs. My two loved it so much I had a hard time trying to get one of them to leave! Abby F.
Abby F.
July 2024
My dogs loved it! You can tell how much care goes into designing a great private space to take your dogs. My two loved it so much I had a hard time trying to get one of them to leave!
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55Our girls absolutely love to visit here. They can run and sniff without worrying about other dogs. It’s the perfect size and the table in the shade is very much appreciated 😎😊Darlene C.
Darlene C.
July 2024
Our girls absolutely love to visit here. They can run and sniff without worrying about other dogs. It’s the perfect size and the table in the shade is very much appreciated 😎😊
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55First time in the early morning. Nice to have such availability to come at different times. We both enjoyed the cool morning air and the beautiful scenery as we played ball. Lots of room to run and have fun. Always a pleasure to visit this sniff spot and it’s our favourite place to come to! Thanks for making every time a wonderful experience. D J.
D J.
July 2024
First time in the early morning. Nice to have such availability to come at different times. We both enjoyed the cool morning air and the beautiful scenery as we played ball. Lots of room to run and have fun. Always a pleasure to visit this sniff spot and it’s our favourite place to come to! Thanks for making every time a wonderful experience.
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55My dogs absolutely loved it here. Tons of space to run, explore and play. There were poop bags incase you forgot, toys available and fresh water for the pups provided. Definitely worth the trek from Toronto!! Chip truck around the corner an added bonus ;)Sarah A.
Sarah A.
July 2024
My dogs absolutely loved it here. Tons of space to run, explore and play. There were poop bags incase you forgot, toys available and fresh water for the pups provided. Definitely worth the trek from Toronto!! Chip truck around the corner an added bonus ;)
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55Beautiful yard in the summer time! All the tall grass + flowers with the pathways make it feel fairy-tale-like. So much space for dogs to run with beautiful scenery Olivia H.
Olivia H.
July 2024
Beautiful yard in the summer time! All the tall grass + flowers with the pathways make it feel fairy-tale-like. So much space for dogs to run with beautiful scenery
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55So I've become addicted to Sniff Spots since someone told me about this app and I've visited a half dozen in the past 2 weeks.
Well, let me tell you.... Sheila's is THE ULTIMATE Spot!
She has thought of everything for you and your pup!
A large assortment of toys, chairs and tables, picnic tables, poop bags, hand sanitizer, fresh water for your pup, even a large jar of treats for them!
The yard is huge with mowed trails to venture down.
Incredible place and our absolute favourite spot thus far!
You will love it. Book now.
Thank you so much, Sheila!!!Jodie M.
Jodie M.
August 2024
So I've become addicted to Sniff Spots since someone told me about this app and I've visited a half dozen in the past 2 weeks.
Well, let me tell you.... Sheila's is THE ULTIMATE Spot!
She has thought of everything for you and your pup!
A large assortment of toys, chairs and tables, picnic tables, poop bags, hand sanitizer, fresh water for your pup, even a large jar of treats for them!
The yard is huge with mowed trails to venture down.
Incredible place and our absolute favourite spot thus far!
You will love it. Book now.
Thank you so much, Sheila!!!
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55It's a really nice, clean and quiet place to enjoy with your dog on a weekend morning. There are lot of toys to play with. Luna especially enjoyed the paths in the long grass as she just likes to jump around as a deer, lol.Ana N.
Ana N.
August 2024
It's a really nice, clean and quiet place to enjoy with your dog on a weekend morning. There are lot of toys to play with. Luna especially enjoyed the paths in the long grass as she just likes to jump around as a deer, lol.
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55As always, my 2 girls absolutely love love love this experience. I brought a friend with me this time to help me with the dogs. He could not believe how happy they were and how much they enjoyed it.
Darlene C.
Darlene C.
August 2024
As always, my 2 girls absolutely love love love this experience. I brought a friend with me this time to help me with the dogs. He could not believe how happy they were and how much they enjoyed it.
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55Our first Sniffspot experience and it was awesome!
Lots of room to run around and little trails! Also well prepared with toys, water, pop bags if you forget yours and sitting for us Humans! We will be back!!Courtney S.
Courtney S.
August 2024
Our first Sniffspot experience and it was awesome!
Lots of room to run around and little trails! Also well prepared with toys, water, pop bags if you forget yours and sitting for us Humans! We will be back!!
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55This was our first time using Sniffspot to find a Private yard to book and we had a great time at this spot. Our pups absolutely had a blast. We will definitely be back! Thank you for sharing your awesome backyard 😁Katrina W.
Katrina W.
September 2024
This was our first time using Sniffspot to find a Private yard to book and we had a great time at this spot. Our pups absolutely had a blast. We will definitely be back! Thank you for sharing your awesome backyard 😁
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55Lovely large space with two distinct mowed areas separated by a naturalized space with cross crossing mowed paths. Our pup had a lot of fun exploring off leash. The hand sanitizer, bug spray (didn’t need it) and cookie jar with doggy treats was a welcome touch.Jane M.
Jane M.
September 2024
Lovely large space with two distinct mowed areas separated by a naturalized space with cross crossing mowed paths. Our pup had a lot of fun exploring off leash. The hand sanitizer, bug spray (didn’t need it) and cookie jar with doggy treats was a welcome touch.
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55My dog and I had an awesome time! There were both short and tall grass areas to explore with neatly mowed paths to walk through which made for a very enriching experience for my dog. Water bowls, toys, picnic table, and poop bags are readily available. The property is scenic and well maintained. Host is very responsive as well. Very peaceful and quiet aside from the rooster crowing which my dog didn’t mind at all. We heard barking from inside the house when entering and leaving, but no dogs visible at all. We will definitely be back!Maggie L.
Maggie L.
September 2024
My dog and I had an awesome time! There were both short and tall grass areas to explore with neatly mowed paths to walk through which made for a very enriching experience for my dog. Water bowls, toys, picnic table, and poop bags are readily available. The property is scenic and well maintained. Host is very responsive as well. Very peaceful and quiet aside from the rooster crowing which my dog didn’t mind at all. We heard barking from inside the house when entering and leaving, but no dogs visible at all. We will definitely be back!
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55We haven’t been for a while and the girls were so happy to be back. Thank you for opening up your space for 2 girls that love to run and need their own space, unlike a public park. Darlene C.
Darlene C.
September 2024
We haven’t been for a while and the girls were so happy to be back. Thank you for opening up your space for 2 girls that love to run and need their own space, unlike a public park.
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55Always such excitement in the car ride to this sniff spot where your dog has a huge space to run, sniff, hunt and just be a dog!!! My friend and I bring our dogs weekly and are always grateful and thankful for the kindness of the owners for this amazing service. Thank you Sheila!!Barb G.
Barb G.
October 2024
Always such excitement in the car ride to this sniff spot where your dog has a huge space to run, sniff, hunt and just be a dog!!! My friend and I bring our dogs weekly and are always grateful and thankful for the kindness of the owners for this amazing service. Thank you Sheila!!
How do Port Hope'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 Port Hope 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 Port Hope 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 82 fully fenced dog parks in the area. If your dog is reactive to other dogs, you can visit one of our 18 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 82 fully fenced dog parks in or near Port Hope. Browse all fully enclosed options.
Where are good dog hiking trails near Port Hope?
The Port Hope area has 11 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 Emily's Private Dog Park on highway 507.
Are there dog agility courses for rent in Port Hope?
Where in Port Hope can I find a pool for dog swimming?
Sniffspot has swimming options in the Port Hope area. The highest rated option is D&D Doggy Oasis.
Can I rent a field for my dog to run near Port Hope?
There are 19 Sniffspot dog parks that offer fields in or near Port Hope where dogs can be off leash. The most popular field is Emily's Private Dog Park on highway 507.