55Dogs loved the space! Also host is great and thoughtful - left us an umbrella as it started raining right before our sniff time. Really great experience overall! Stacy T.
Stacy T.
May 2023
Dogs loved the space! Also host is great and thoughtful - left us an umbrella as it started raining right before our sniff time. Really great experience overall!
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55The spot was very clean and huge! Our dogs loved it. The pool was a hit with the dogs. The seating was comfortable. I definitely would recommend this for anyone looking for a backyard to take their dog to.Miranda H.
Miranda H.
May 2023
The spot was very clean and huge! Our dogs loved it. The pool was a hit with the dogs. The seating was comfortable. I definitely would recommend this for anyone looking for a backyard to take their dog to.
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55Bailey and I really enjoyed your yard. Everything was great! Unfortunately we both need to get out and excercise more LOL. We will definately be back. Thanks JimJim M.
Jim M.
May 2023
Bailey and I really enjoyed your yard. Everything was great! Unfortunately we both need to get out and excercise more LOL. We will definately be back. Thanks Jim
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55This was my first time taking my dogs to someone's yard. It definitely was a clean and good size yard for my dogs to run around,play ball and get some exercise. I'm very happy that I didn't have to worry about other dogs and mine could run and play freely. Thank you for providing a nice and clean space for animals to enjoy. Kimberley K.
Kimberley K.
May 2023
This was my first time taking my dogs to someone's yard. It definitely was a clean and good size yard for my dogs to run around,play ball and get some exercise. I'm very happy that I didn't have to worry about other dogs and mine could run and play freely. Thank you for providing a nice and clean space for animals to enjoy.
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55This has been my dogs’ favorite spot so far! The fence is incredibly secure and there is a ton of room to sniff, run and explore. The yard is also incredibly clean. Mara J.
Mara J.
June 2023
This has been my dogs’ favorite spot so far! The fence is incredibly secure and there is a ton of room to sniff, run and explore. The yard is also incredibly clean.
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55Our pups really enjoyed spending time at this spot! There was lots for them to smell and explore around the yard. Lots of toys were available for them to play with along with easy access to water. The host’s communication was clear, and things were as described!Christine H.
Christine H.
July 2023
Our pups really enjoyed spending time at this spot! There was lots for them to smell and explore around the yard. Lots of toys were available for them to play with along with easy access to water. The host’s communication was clear, and things were as described!
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55Always our favorite spot to visit. Nice and secure for tiny pups. Some nice shade in the yard that we could go to as needed. No other dogs in the immediate surrounding yards. We had a great time! Thank you again.Kristi N.
Kristi N.
July 2023
Always our favorite spot to visit. Nice and secure for tiny pups. Some nice shade in the yard that we could go to as needed. No other dogs in the immediate surrounding yards. We had a great time! Thank you again.
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55Great host. Messaged me that I could come bring the dogs to run around early if I’d like (on top of the hour I booked). Large yard that has several shaded areas. My dogs loved running around and exploring the yard Stephanie K.
Stephanie K.
July 2023
Great host. Messaged me that I could come bring the dogs to run around early if I’d like (on top of the hour I booked). Large yard that has several shaded areas. My dogs loved running around and exploring the yard
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55Love how big the yard was my 3 dogs loved it! Came home and took a nap right after. There was toys for the dogs and place to through the poop away and even water!! Will defiantly be backAnnel A.
Annel A.
August 2023
Love how big the yard was my 3 dogs loved it! Came home and took a nap right after. There was toys for the dogs and place to through the poop away and even water!! Will defiantly be back
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55The Nature Nook is a 5 star experience for dogs and humans alike! Beautiful, fully fenced back yard with fresh water and plenty of toys! Secure and safe! Comfortable furniture and plenty of shade to stay cool. Highly recommend! Two very tired dogs ready to sleep the afternoon away! Jodi D.
Jodi D.
August 2023
The Nature Nook is a 5 star experience for dogs and humans alike! Beautiful, fully fenced back yard with fresh water and plenty of toys! Secure and safe! Comfortable furniture and plenty of shade to stay cool. Highly recommend! Two very tired dogs ready to sleep the afternoon away!
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55Awesome place for our dogs to run and play. This backyard is so beautiful and clean that my dogs enjoyed running and playing with the toys that were there. We will definitely have to come back. Karla S.
Karla S.
October 2023
Awesome place for our dogs to run and play. This backyard is so beautiful and clean that my dogs enjoyed running and playing with the toys that were there. We will definitely have to come back.
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55Secure and clean and quiet. And no mud and did I say clean. No searching through leaves for “prizes.” Nice and roomy for zoomies and fetch and whatever games we want to play. Cynthia H.
Cynthia H.
December 2023
Secure and clean and quiet. And no mud and did I say clean. No searching through leaves for “prizes.” Nice and roomy for zoomies and fetch and whatever games we want to play.
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55Great! Big and clean yard! Nice place for us to sit too while the pup plays. Just as described- instructions for parking and access were very clear. Can’t wait to come back!Rosie R.
Rosie R.
October 2022
Great! Big and clean yard! Nice place for us to sit too while the pup plays. Just as described- instructions for parking and access were very clear. Can’t wait to come back!
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55This was one of the best spots we’ve been to in a while. No dogs could be seen or heard from the spot which was great for my reactive dogs. There was a bucket for poop, toys available and a water bowl. Lots of trees and shrubs for the dogs to sniff and open space for them to run. They had a great time! Sarah F.
Sarah F.
March 2023
This was one of the best spots we’ve been to in a while. No dogs could be seen or heard from the spot which was great for my reactive dogs. There was a bucket for poop, toys available and a water bowl. Lots of trees and shrubs for the dogs to sniff and open space for them to run. They had a great time!
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55This yard was great! The yard was flat so great for zoomies and playing fetch without worrying about injury, and the owner left plenty of toys outside in case you don’t have any. The owner was also great about communicating instructions and what was available, and left a water bowl out for us with instructions to get fresh water. Our pup loved it! 😊Katie R.
Katie R.
March 2024
This yard was great! The yard was flat so great for zoomies and playing fetch without worrying about injury, and the owner left plenty of toys outside in case you don’t have any. The owner was also great about communicating instructions and what was available, and left a water bowl out for us with instructions to get fresh water. Our pup loved it! 😊
How do Shelby Township'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 Shelby Township 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. 95% of reviews on Sniffspot visits in the Shelby Township 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 255 fully fenced dog parks in the area. If your dog is reactive to other dogs, you can visit one of our 27 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.
Does Shelby Township have any fully fenced dog parks?
Sniffspot has 255 fully fenced dog parks in or near Shelby Township. Browse all fully enclosed options.
Where are good dog hiking trails near Shelby Township?
The Shelby Township area has 10 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 Mulligan's Valley Private Dog Park.
Are there dog agility courses for rent in Shelby Township?
Can I rent a field for my dog to run near Shelby Township?
There are 35 Sniffspot dog parks that offer fields in or near Shelby Township where dogs can be off leash. The most popular field is Elizabeth's Private Dog Park In Armada.