Pet Ranch: Catherine's 17 Acre Unfenced Private Dog Park In Valparaiso - Valparaiso, Indiana #1

Pet Ranch: Catherine's 17 Acre Unfenced Private Dog Park In Valparaiso - Valparaiso, Indiana #2

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Pet Ranch: Catherine's 17 Acre Unfenced Private Dog Park In Valparaiso

Valparaiso, Indiana

Unfenced

17 acres

4.8419 Reviews

Member Discount

Fencing

This spot is unfenced

Info provided by host

Note from host

No fence

Gaps or holes in fence

No gaps

Enclosure

unfenced

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 dogsSometimes

Other domestic animalsSometimes

Other peopleSometimes

Private entryYes

Amenities

River, stream or creek

Field

Dog drinking water

Chairs

Woods

Trail

Pricing

10 credits per dog per hour

50% off all dogs after the 1st dog

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Location

Valparaiso, Indiana

Description

Farmland Property has two farm fields, Woods with trails. 10 Achres of grass and Salt Creek in back of the house/yard. (Fallen Trees down in trails from last tornado. All pets, teens and children must stay with owner at all times! Stay away from widow makers: Any tree leaned against another which, will fall at some point and could kill any living thing under it when it falls! 10 foot drop off surrounding entire property= wetland/tertuaries: Do not enter due to probable quick sand, per great Lakes fish and game wardens and assigned wetland scientist that frequent property and protect the wetlands. All NW IN wild animals share property. Brown recuse spiders: found on wood. Coyotes, deer and wild turkeys roam throughout the land. Sand cranes, geese, large Crows, Owls, and Midwest birds hang out. Eagles, and Hawks will take small dogs, cats and children. No drugs, marijuana, alcohol while, wandering property with dog on sniffspot.com. If smoking or vaping do not throw butts/litter in yard and not allowed in trails/forest areas only open grass areas. Thank you! Cathy

Cleanliness

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

Hazards

HOST NOTE

Always, watch and stay with your dog and children! NWI Wild animals. Brown recluse spiders on wood Logs. Long black Gardner Snakes. An occational Coyote. Hawks and Eagles can/will take small dogs, cats and children. This spot has a water feature, make sure to review these guidelines for visiting spots with water before visiting: https://help.sniffspot.com/article/167-how-to-keep-your-dog-safe-around-pools-and-water

Water safety notice

Make sure to practice dog and human safety around water. Read more

Extras

Bottled Water for pets/owners.1 credit

I would go in and bring out from my refrigerator.

Gallon Jug of Drinking Water0 credits

One raised pet feed/water dish/holder kept available on sight for all guest appointments.

Hot Chocolate5 credits

I have Kereg Kups and Swiss Miss packages with & w/out marshmallow whereas, I add hot water.

Host Rules

Minimum visit length

1 hour

Required advanced notice for visits

4 hours

Max dogs per booking

Is the host present?

I generally do not meet my guests

Additional rules

By appointment only! As of 7-18-'25 All trail entrances are temporarily blocked at this time by fallen trees due to a tornado that came through. I'm sorry for this inconvience. Do not walk under a widow maker! (A tree fallen and hooked onto another tree which, will fall). Kick any logs before picking up. No smoking or vaping in any wooded areas! No littering or butts left anywhere! Pick up after your dog pottys. Must have food to accompany a campfire.

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

4.84 (19 Reviews)

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Meet your host

Catherine J.

Joined in January 2023

Dear Guest, I love allowing Dog Mom's and Dad's to enjoy my yard. I make sure all my guests have appointments so, when you are using the yard, your time outside is set aside just for you and your dog. I can often see you outside through my windows but, I keep away from the windows because just like the deer that visit, your dog always knows when someone sees them. I want you and your dog to feel it's a safe place for you, just as I do for the deer. So, when I have an Airbnb guest and their dog staying with me inside my home I let everyone know when I have appointments so you, they and myself and my dog can all take our appointed turns outside. I'm glad when your visiting and want you and your dog to have a wonderful time! Thank you for your Appointed bookings and if you need anything, please feel free to ask. Over time I will add to the amenities. Thank you! Sincerely and Warm wishes, Catherine J Johnson Cathy

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