55Unfortunately, we were unable to make it that morning. I reached out to the owner and she was so understanding and even offered to reschedule. Very gracious and accommodating. Will definitely be scheduling an alternate time to go! Heather P.
Heather P.
December 2022
Unfortunately, we were unable to make it that morning. I reached out to the owner and she was so understanding and even offered to reschedule. Very gracious and accommodating. Will definitely be scheduling an alternate time to go!
J. Wood's Private Dog Park In University Place | Sniffspot
55This is a really nice sniffspot. My 2 dogs had a great time running around and sniffing all the landscaping. It's very private and really clean! No poops from previous visitors. I enjoyed watching the hummingbirds come to the feeder and perch in the apple(?)tree. Being a typical urban lot, it's not huge, but it was just fine for my 2 standard poodles. Thank you! Jayne O.
Jayne O.
December 2022
This is a really nice sniffspot. My 2 dogs had a great time running around and sniffing all the landscaping. It's very private and really clean! No poops from previous visitors. I enjoyed watching the hummingbirds come to the feeder and perch in the apple(?)tree. Being a typical urban lot, it's not huge, but it was just fine for my 2 standard poodles. Thank you!
J. Wood's Private Dog Park In University Place | Sniffspot
55Isabella had a great time playing and exploring! Would definitely book here again! Yard was clean. The host had poop bags, hand sanitizer and water available if needed. Host was also prompt about responding to my message. Victoria S.
Victoria S.
January 2023
Isabella had a great time playing and exploring! Would definitely book here again! Yard was clean. The host had poop bags, hand sanitizer and water available if needed. Host was also prompt about responding to my message.
J. Wood's Private Dog Park In University Place | Sniffspot
55Great place and clean. Loved that water was available. There was a cat that Lady just couldn’t take her eyes off and vice versa lol! But overall it was a great first visit!Victoria S.
Victoria S.
February 2023
Great place and clean. Loved that water was available. There was a cat that Lady just couldn’t take her eyes off and vice versa lol! But overall it was a great first visit!
J. Wood's Private Dog Park In University Place | Sniffspot
55Visited this spot for the first time today. A really great size, double gates to get through, good parking, places to sit and ample area to explore. Big enough to throw a Chuck-it. Fence very secure around the whole perimeter and no dogs visible once you’re inside.
Side note: if you own a reactive dog, there are two dogs in the yard across from where you park. Fully visible when you come and go but not visible once you’re in the actual yard. You can hear them barking once inside but that’s it. My dog is very reactive and we had no issues getting to and from the car just something to keep in mind. We will definitely be back! Thank you!!Lilah B.
Lilah B.
February 2023
Visited this spot for the first time today. A really great size, double gates to get through, good parking, places to sit and ample area to explore. Big enough to throw a Chuck-it. Fence very secure around the whole perimeter and no dogs visible once you’re inside.
Side note: if you own a reactive dog, there are two dogs in the yard across from where you park. Fully visible when you come and go but not visible once you’re in the actual yard. You can hear them barking once inside but that’s it. My dog is very reactive and we had no issues getting to and from the car just something to keep in mind. We will definitely be back! Thank you!!
J. Wood's Private Dog Park In University Place | Sniffspot
55Very large secure yard. My pup enjoyed playing fetch! I wish I’d gotten there before the sun went down, because my pup kept losing the ball. Thanks for letting us use your yard!Khalsa J.
Khalsa J.
December 2021
Very large secure yard. My pup enjoyed playing fetch! I wish I’d gotten there before the sun went down, because my pup kept losing the ball. Thanks for letting us use your yard!
55This was my first time at this location. My dog Mae had a wonderful time! She’s an 18 month old Great Dane/mastif mix with a lot of energy. She had such a great run. Thanks for letting her play in your yard!Wendy Y.
Wendy Y.
January 2022
This was my first time at this location. My dog Mae had a wonderful time! She’s an 18 month old Great Dane/mastif mix with a lot of energy. She had such a great run. Thanks for letting her play in your yard!
55My dogs had a great time! This is a nice large, It’s a regular shaped yard with a good chain-link fence. Yes we will definitely use this location again. The homeowner was very responsive to my text, because I had a little trouble finding the place. Good parking. It’s really a convenient location as well.Teri K.
Teri K.
May 2022
My dogs had a great time! This is a nice large, It’s a regular shaped yard with a good chain-link fence. Yes we will definitely use this location again. The homeowner was very responsive to my text, because I had a little trouble finding the place. Good parking. It’s really a convenient location as well.
How do University Place'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 University Place 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. 97% of reviews on Sniffspot visits in the University Place 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 361 fully fenced dog parks in the area. If your dog is reactive to other dogs, you can visit one of our 43 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 University Place have any fully fenced dog parks?
Sniffspot has 361 fully fenced dog parks in or near University Place. Browse all fully enclosed options.
Where are good dog hiking trails near University Place?
The University Place area has 361 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 J. Wood's Private Dog Park In University Place.
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