55Such a fun and beautiful yard! No other dogs or people are visible, there are toys, a fun pool and even an obstacle course. They posted a sign for our Nana because we were celebrating her gotcha day :’) truly a special place! Stephanie G.
Stephanie G.
September 2023
Such a fun and beautiful yard! No other dogs or people are visible, there are toys, a fun pool and even an obstacle course. They posted a sign for our Nana because we were celebrating her gotcha day :’) truly a special place!
55This yard is fully secure with a good fence which is very important with my dog. Plenty of space to run around. There are some stone walkways which is nice when it's wet out. An excellent sniffspot!Stephanie D.
Stephanie D.
March 2021
This yard is fully secure with a good fence which is very important with my dog. Plenty of space to run around. There are some stone walkways which is nice when it's wet out. An excellent sniffspot!
55loved this space! host was accommodating and communicative. the patio set for humans to hang out at is very nice. also love that there is a hose to use. will definitely be back! Nicole M.
Nicole M.
May 2021
loved this space! host was accommodating and communicative. the patio set for humans to hang out at is very nice. also love that there is a hose to use. will definitely be back!
55Excellent backyard with lots of shade, grassy running area, and felt very peaceful!! The host was so nice and left out water for all of us and fun toys! Would absolutely recommend this spot!! Abby M.
Abby M.
June 2022
Excellent backyard with lots of shade, grassy running area, and felt very peaceful!! The host was so nice and left out water for all of us and fun toys! Would absolutely recommend this spot!!
55The yard is super great! I have a reactive dog, and the fence is tall, there are no immediate dog neighbors and no sudden distractions which made it so I could fully just be with my dog without being anxious. Such a gift!
Can’t wait to go back! Sarah M.
Sarah M.
January 2021
The yard is super great! I have a reactive dog, and the fence is tall, there are no immediate dog neighbors and no sudden distractions which made it so I could fully just be with my dog without being anxious. Such a gift!
Can’t wait to go back!
55Great backyard to run around and play fetch. My dog enjoyed the new smells and new environment. Emily has great communication and was very kind in our message exchanges. Thank you!!Vicki L.
Vicki L.
January 2021
Great backyard to run around and play fetch. My dog enjoyed the new smells and new environment. Emily has great communication and was very kind in our message exchanges. Thank you!!
55Emily’s backyard was so perfect for our rambunctious puppy to let out her energy. The yard was so clean and beautiful. Bonus is that there is plenty of street parking! We will definitely have to come back ☺️Anna V.
Anna V.
January 2021
Emily’s backyard was so perfect for our rambunctious puppy to let out her energy. The yard was so clean and beautiful. Bonus is that there is plenty of street parking! We will definitely have to come back ☺️
55Great private yard fully fenced and gated. Emily was super friendly and my dog felt super welcomed. Parking was easy to find just down the street. We will definitely be returning in the future! Mary C.
Mary C.
February 2021
Great private yard fully fenced and gated. Emily was super friendly and my dog felt super welcomed. Parking was easy to find just down the street. We will definitely be returning in the future!
55Terrific visit today. Snow is fun. Carport gave option for dog to regroup. I brought toys and water and had to corale her up to leave. She loved it! Fences are high and private. This is my fave city spot. Teresa R.
Teresa R.
February 2021
Terrific visit today. Snow is fun. Carport gave option for dog to regroup. I brought toys and water and had to corale her up to leave. She loved it! Fences are high and private. This is my fave city spot.
55Great space! Can’t wait to go back when the snow melts!Kelsey K.
Kelsey K.
March 2021
Great space! Can’t wait to go back when the snow melts!
How do River Grove'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 River Grove 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 River Grove 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 383 fully fenced dog parks in the area. If your dog is reactive to other dogs, you can visit one of our 50 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.