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VeniceFlorida34292US
4.939
45Clean and nice park. We brought our recently rescued Greyhound. At...
55Another fun day at this spot The yard is always so clean. My dog just...
55Fun safe backyard! My dogs loved it!! Water bowl and poop bags...
55Another day at this lovely yard. My dog loves it there. It's quiet...
55My very large 10 month old Irish Wolfhound mix loved it. We dont have...
55Very nice fenced in yard for the dogs to roam and play. My two had a...
55Ample space for a dog/dogs to run around and play in a beautiful...
55This Sniffspot Spot ticks all the boxes on my list. It’s fenced in...
55Macy always has fun roaming the yard and sniffing.
55This was our second visit! Just a wonderful yard. Spacious, gorgeous...
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The Ruff Spot

Venice, Florida
Fully Fenced
0.24 acres
4.9539 Reviews
Member Discount

The Ruff Spot

Venice, Florida
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Hosted by Deborah K.
Member Discount
4.9539 Reviews
Member Discount
Fully Fenced
0.24 acres
The Ruff Spot - Venice, Florida
The Ruff Spot - Venice, Florida
The Ruff Spot - Venice, Florida

Fencing

100% of guests said fencing at this spot was secure enough to contain their dogs

This spot is fully fenced

Info provided by host

Fencing height

4 feet (at lowest point)

Fencing type

Chain link - non-privacy

Gaps or holes in fence

No gaps

Enclosure

fully fenced

Fencing height (at lowest point)

4 feet

100% of guests said fencing at this spot was secure enough to contain their dogs

Fencing type(s): Chain link - non-privacy

Gaps or holes in fence: No gaps


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 dogsYes

Other dogs

HOST REPORTS

Yes (Always)

My dogs will be kept in the house. They get excited but doesn’t last long. One is deaf so her bark sounds mean. I try to keep them away from the windows as much as possible

GUEST FEEDBACK

77% of guests saw/heard

Designed for private play

Only the people and dogs in your booking are allowed in the spot during your visit.

Other domestic animalsYes

Other domestic animals

HOST REPORTS

Yes (Always)

None

GUEST FEEDBACK

22% of guests saw/heard

Designed for private play

Only the people and dogs in your booking are allowed in the spot during your visit.

Other peopleYes

Other people

HOST REPORTS

Yes (Always)

Neighbor to left likes to sit on his lanai. He also has 2 little dogs and 1 big. The big dog likes to play by running along the fence

GUEST FEEDBACK

70% of guests saw/heard

Designed for private play

Only the people and dogs in your booking are allowed in the spot during your visit.


Amenities

Water - hose

Digging area

Pooper scooper available


Pricing
10 credits per dog per hour

50% off all dogs after the 1st dog

25% off hourly price for 30 min visit

Member get discounts on all bookings at all spots by buying monthly credits!
This spot offers additional discounts.

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Location

Venice, Florida

Description

Fully fenced area with large tree for shade. Comes with already made holes for more digging if the need is there 😊. Large bowl of fresh water provided for your furry friends

Cleanliness

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

Host Rules

Minimum visit length
30 minutes
Required advanced notice for visits
3 hours
Max dogs per booking
5
Is the host present?
I generally do not meet my guests

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


Booking Policies
Only one booking is allowed at a time at any spot and there is an enforced 30 min buffer between all bookings to ensure dogs in separate bookings do not meet.
This spot is set for Booking, which means you will be instantly confirmed for any booking you request. You will receive the address and access instruction immediately following booking.
Visits can be moved or cancelled up to 2 hours before a visit.
Visits can be extended and dogs can be added throughout the visit.

4.95 (39 Reviews)

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Meet your host

Deborah K.

Joined in February 2025


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