55The site is exactly what is advertised and there’s a nice deck that you can sit on and a nice sized yard. The fences are a good height as well, so I wasn’t worried about my dog trying to escape or getting riled up by somethingRachel W.
Rachel W.
June 2023
The site is exactly what is advertised and there’s a nice deck that you can sit on and a nice sized yard. The fences are a good height as well, so I wasn’t worried about my dog trying to escape or getting riled up by something
55Clover and I had a great romp and enjoyed getting out of our apartment! The yard had great shade. There was a fair amount of traffic noise, as expected for a yard in the city, but something to keep in mind for your pup.
If you have a small dog who likes to either hide or escape, be sure to supervise them well. The yard is secure, but there's a gap of about 4 inches below the gate. There are also gaps of 4-6 inches to get under the shed and the deck, and one area in the wood fence that's again about 4 inches. It wasn't a problem for us, but again, something to keep in mind for your dog.
As for us, we had a great time and will certainly be visiting again!Amber B.
Amber B.
September 2023
Clover and I had a great romp and enjoyed getting out of our apartment! The yard had great shade. There was a fair amount of traffic noise, as expected for a yard in the city, but something to keep in mind for your pup.
If you have a small dog who likes to either hide or escape, be sure to supervise them well. The yard is secure, but there's a gap of about 4 inches below the gate. There are also gaps of 4-6 inches to get under the shed and the deck, and one area in the wood fence that's again about 4 inches. It wasn't a problem for us, but again, something to keep in mind for your dog.
As for us, we had a great time and will certainly be visiting again!
55I didn't actually end up going because the puppy play date got canceled at the last minute, but Ben was nice and easy to communicate with. Jennifer N.
Jennifer N.
January 2024
I didn't actually end up going because the puppy play date got canceled at the last minute, but Ben was nice and easy to communicate with.
55Perfect for our corgi puppy. Very sunny spot. It is a little noisy from the street but if your pup doesn’t mind that then I’d highly recommend. Love how open the backyard is with a secure fence for us. We will be back!Jackie M.
Jackie M.
July 2024
Perfect for our corgi puppy. Very sunny spot. It is a little noisy from the street but if your pup doesn’t mind that then I’d highly recommend. Love how open the backyard is with a secure fence for us. We will be back!
55Jessica has done a great job setting up this spot for dogs. The spot itself is set up higher than the street and is fully fenced with most of the fence having shrubs to make it totally blocked from the street. You walk up some stairs to enter the spot and there are double gates to ensure that your dog can’t escape when leashing and unleashing. The spot is supplied with tons of toys and even mini pools. It’s not enormous but big enough for a solid game of fetch. The host is a dog sitter so there are lots of smells in the yard even though we didn’t hear or see any dogs when we were there, but soba sniffed incessantly and didn’t want to leave. There are also chairs for the humans to relax while your dogs sniff and play.David A.
David A.
July 2019
Jessica has done a great job setting up this spot for dogs. The spot itself is set up higher than the street and is fully fenced with most of the fence having shrubs to make it totally blocked from the street. You walk up some stairs to enter the spot and there are double gates to ensure that your dog can’t escape when leashing and unleashing. The spot is supplied with tons of toys and even mini pools. It’s not enormous but big enough for a solid game of fetch. The host is a dog sitter so there are lots of smells in the yard even though we didn’t hear or see any dogs when we were there, but soba sniffed incessantly and didn’t want to leave. There are also chairs for the humans to relax while your dogs sniff and play.
55This Sniff Spot is easy to get to, has a secure and private yard, and is minutes away from the Zoom Room. I was looking for a convenient place to hang out with my dog between classes on a hot day. The covered porch and porch swing provided a shady spot to catch the breeze. My dog enjoyed the toy selection, fresh water, and treats. This is a great spot to relax or throw the ball with your dog!Katrina M.
Katrina M.
July 2024
This Sniff Spot is easy to get to, has a secure and private yard, and is minutes away from the Zoom Room. I was looking for a convenient place to hang out with my dog between classes on a hot day. The covered porch and porch swing provided a shady spot to catch the breeze. My dog enjoyed the toy selection, fresh water, and treats. This is a great spot to relax or throw the ball with your dog!
Spacious yard for your pup to run and roam! | Sniffspot
55This is a huge yard for having such a central location. It’s big and open with a slight hill, so good for fetch. The yard is fully fenced and generally felt very private but I heard a bit of radio noise when I was close to one side of the yard and once I heard a dog bark in the distance like maybe from inside a neighboring house. There are chairs, a large open covered patio, a water bowl and some toys! Soba loved exploring and playing here!David A.
David A.
August 2019
This is a huge yard for having such a central location. It’s big and open with a slight hill, so good for fetch. The yard is fully fenced and generally felt very private but I heard a bit of radio noise when I was close to one side of the yard and once I heard a dog bark in the distance like maybe from inside a neighboring house. There are chairs, a large open covered patio, a water bowl and some toys! Soba loved exploring and playing here!
55Small yard but well kept with fresh water for your fur babies. My country boy was needing somewhere to be a dog and thoroughly enjoyed chasing a few balls. He didn’t care one bit about the yard size…. Just the balls and the smells. Thank you for opening your yard up for us. It was greatly appreciated and will be much used. Hannah A.
Hannah A.
May 2024
Small yard but well kept with fresh water for your fur babies. My country boy was needing somewhere to be a dog and thoroughly enjoyed chasing a few balls. He didn’t care one bit about the yard size…. Just the balls and the smells. Thank you for opening your yard up for us. It was greatly appreciated and will be much used.
55Cute small garden/yard with shade and good seating. Nice low key vibe for 1-2 dogs to beat the heat while able to have some outside time. Fence is solid!Erin I.
Erin I.
June 2024
Cute small garden/yard with shade and good seating. Nice low key vibe for 1-2 dogs to beat the heat while able to have some outside time. Fence is solid!
Charming Hilltop Fenced Yard With Room To Fetch And Play | Sniffspot
55This spot is remarkably quiet and relaxing for having such a great location. There was easy parking on the street. Walking up with soba I heard a dog bark in the distance but then never heard or saw a dog again. The host left fresh water out on the front porch. The yard has nice grass, a beautiful rose bush and fruit trees. The spot is fully fenced with chain link fencing (but one side has privacy screening), but didn’t see any dogs or people. Soba loved sniffing and exploring and this yard would be good for fetch as well.David A.
David A.
August 2019
This spot is remarkably quiet and relaxing for having such a great location. There was easy parking on the street. Walking up with soba I heard a dog bark in the distance but then never heard or saw a dog again. The host left fresh water out on the front porch. The yard has nice grass, a beautiful rose bush and fruit trees. The spot is fully fenced with chain link fencing (but one side has privacy screening), but didn’t see any dogs or people. Soba loved sniffing and exploring and this yard would be good for fetch as well.
AJ's Fully Fenced Pup Play Area In Tacoma | Sniffspot
553 out of 3 boxers give this spot 5 stars! Yard was clean and secure for my dogs with plenty of grass, trees, and shrubs to explore. The host left a fresh tennis ball as well as towels to clean feet when we were done. Cecily J.
Cecily J.
August 2023
3 out of 3 boxers give this spot 5 stars! Yard was clean and secure for my dogs with plenty of grass, trees, and shrubs to explore. The host left a fresh tennis ball as well as towels to clean feet when we were done.
AJ's Fully Fenced Pup Play Area In Tacoma | Sniffspot
55My pup really enjoyed his time here! Loved the personal touches; treats, toys, a kind note, and a towel to wipe down the dirty pup. Definitely coming back!Ryanne T.
Ryanne T.
October 2023
My pup really enjoyed his time here! Loved the personal touches; treats, toys, a kind note, and a towel to wipe down the dirty pup. Definitely coming back!
AJ's Fully Fenced Pup Play Area In Tacoma | Sniffspot
55Have seen this place but was never fast enough to book it! Turns out it is right down the street from me and I have loved this house on my walks with my dog. 10/10, feels like my own backyard! I’m a history lover so love the old house and lovely mature plants/trees. Taylor M.
Taylor M.
June 2024
Have seen this place but was never fast enough to book it! Turns out it is right down the street from me and I have loved this house on my walks with my dog. 10/10, feels like my own backyard! I’m a history lover so love the old house and lovely mature plants/trees.
AJ's Fully Fenced Pup Play Area In Tacoma | Sniffspot
55Such a beautiful yard, perfect for fetch and relaxing under the shade of the trees while the dogs play! Bri P.
Bri P.
June 2024
Such a beautiful yard, perfect for fetch and relaxing under the shade of the trees while the dogs play!
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Private rentals by the hour
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FAQ about our Tacoma 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 Tacoma 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 275 fully fenced dog parks in the area. If your dog is reactive to other dogs, you can visit one of our 51 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 275 fully fenced dog parks in or near Tacoma. Browse all fully enclosed options.
Where are good dog hiking trails near Tacoma?
The Tacoma area has 15 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 Camp Dilly Dally Doggie Park In Buckley.
Are there dog agility courses for rent in Tacoma?
Sniffspot has dog parks with agility equipment and/or dog obstacles in or near Tacoma. The most popular agility option is Doggy Paradise.
Where in Tacoma can I find a pool for dog swimming?
Sniffspot has swimming options in the Tacoma area. The highest rated option is 🍀Riley's Private Dog Park🍀.