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Randpark RidgeGauteng2169
4.813
55My dogs love this spot and so close to home. Lovely big space to run around in. They have fun jumping up on all the ramps for treats and finding snacks in the ball pond. They have made a real effort to make it fun, interactive and comfortable for both the dogs and owners.
55What a lovely little park for the fur babies who don’t play so well with others. Safe, secure and just heaven! My dogs had the best time.
45Safe and secure for my German Shepherd to be off-leash. She loved it! Plenty of shade and comfortable seating for humans. I appreciated the water and bowls for the dogs and I returned the favour by filling up the water bottles with left-over water I bought with me. Someone before me didn’t pick up after their dog, I was happy to do it, but had nowhere to put the poop bag afterwards. So I left it by the poop-scoop (also a nice touch) but would have liked to put it in a bin. And if there was a bin available, I must have missed it. That was honestly my only slightly negative note. That being said, I loved that there was complimentary poop bags and that visitors were encouraged to pay it forward by leaving one or two leftover bags as well - which I sadly forgot to do - but will do next time. Will definitely visit again, can’t wait to see how luscious and green it will be after the first good summer rains I. Johannesburg 😊
55A great safe spot for the doggos. Large area to go on a sniffari, play fetch, and build confidence...an all round fun spot
55Lente had the best morning! With so much space to run, and an exciting obstacle course to concur, Barks and Rec. satisfied her need for speed!
55Lovely open space to allow our pups to run free and go exploring.
55Amazing area. Safe and secure for dogs and people and cars. Enrichment, agility areas. Lots of space for them run and have fun. My dogs love it
55Lovely well kept private and safe. Our doggies had a great time and were tired in 30 mins so we didn’t stay the full hour. Highly recommend and we will be back 🐶
55Love this park. Close to my house and the dogs love running off leash. They come home happy and exhausted. Nice to chill for the humans too in the sunshine.
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Barks and Recreation

Randpark Ridge, Gauteng
Fully Fenced
2.2 acres
4.813 reviews
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Hosted by Laura H.
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Barks and Recreation

Randpark Ridge, Gauteng
Host avatar
Hosted by Laura H.
4.813 reviews
Top spot
Fully Fenced
2.2 acres
Barks and Recreation - Randpark Ridge, Gauteng
Barks and Recreation - Randpark Ridge, Gauteng
Barks and Recreation - Randpark Ridge, Gauteng
Fencing

Enclosure

Fully Fenced

Fencing height (at lowest point)

5 ft

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

Gaps or holes in fence: 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 dogsNo

Other dogs

No

N/a

GUEST FEEDBACK

0% 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

Sometimes

Feral rabbits and chickens live in the area and can sometimes be seen through the fencing. On the rare occasion they enter the property.

GUEST FEEDBACK

22% 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

Sometimes

We are directly opposite a school and a church, so school children and church goers are sometimes visible and audible.

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.

Private entryYes

Private entry

Yes (Always)

A gate code will be shared with you upon booking. Please lock the gate behind you again when you leave.

Designed for private play
Only the people and dogs in your booking are allowed in the spot during your visit.

Amenities

Parkour obstacles

Field

Chairs

Dog toys

Woods

Trash can

Pricing
$4 per dog per hour

50% off all dogs after the 1st dog

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

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Location

Randpark Ridge, Gauteng

Description

IMPORTANT: all prices listed are in USD and guests will be charged in USD Barks and Recreation is a private-use dog park which donates all proceeds to charity (Thandanani Children's Home, Kingsway School and Randburg SPCA). The park was designed by a behaviourist and features a variety of enrichment and play equipment, as well as plenty of space to run and play. Opening hours: Summer: 6am - 6pm Winter: 7am - 5pm Important to note: 1. The park is fenced with palisade fencing, so small dogs may need to be kept on leash. 2. Feral rabbits and chickens sometimes pass through the park - please be aware of this if your dog has a high prey drive. NOTE FOR BOOKING: We charge per hour, NOT per dog. SniffSpot only allows us to show our pricing per dog, not per hour. Please only book and pay for one dog, even if you visit with multiple. PLEASE ONLY VISIT OUR PARK WITH HEALTHY, FULLY VACCINATED DOGS!

Cleanliness

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

Host Rules

Minimum visit length
1.0 hour
Required advanced notice for visits
12 hours
Max dogs per booking
8
Is the host present?
I generally do not meet my guests
Additional rules

1. Please park inside Barks and Recreation and securely latch the gate behind you before allowing your dog/s out of your vehicle. 2. It is advisable to do a quick check of the fence line before allowing your dog out of your vehicle or off leash. 3. Please bring fresh water for your dog (a bowl is provided). 4. Please note that our property is bordered by public roads on all sides. As such, we may experience litter being thrown/blowing through the fence. It is your responsibility to check for litter and ensure your dog does not come to any harm as a result of any litter. 5. Our property is fenced with palisade fencing. Please do not allow your dogs off leash if they are small enough to fit through a palisade fence. 6. Please clean up after your dog. Please bring poop bags with you for this purpose. A dustbin is provided for you to dispose of used poop bags. 7. Please do not leave any dog treats (or human food) behind. We may have dogs with dietary restrictions using our park and we would like to ensure we provide a safe space for them. 8. Please ensure that you vacate the Barks and Recreation property timeously at the end of your booked slot to allow the next user access. 9. Please be considerate of the school and church with which we share a property. Please avoid making excessive noise during school hours and Sunday services. Please be aware that children may be crossing the road and that the access road may be busy with school transport vehicles at school start and end times. 10. Please use your discretion when allowing your dog to play on obstacles and equipment in the park. Please do not allow children to play on the equipment.

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.

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Meet your host

Laura H.

Joined in August 2024

Hi, I'm Laura - the behaviourist behind Barks and Recreation private charity dog park. My speciality is reactive dogs, and I'm so pleased to be able to offer this safe space to reactive an non-reactive dogs alike!

Barks and Recreation

$4 per dog per hour
4.8
(13)
$4 per dog per hour

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