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
No other dogs during your visits
Only you and your dogs are allowed to enter a spot during the time you've booked it
Reactive dogs welcome
Many of the spots we list are designed with sensitive dogs in mind
Monthly memberships
Many of our dog parks have the option to access member-only benefits with a fixed monthly price
What people say about dog parks around York, Ontario
Karolyn X.
May 2022
Good sized and fully fenced space with convenient parking. My pup enjoyed the smells and time to run around. I got a few practice recalls in, so I'm grateful that Jennifer's backyard is available!
Julie O.
November 2021
Jennifer’s place is great! Nice and private - great for my reactive girl. Great communication, and we were able to book & go on the same day! We’ll definitely go back again.
Haesun J.
April 2023
Thank you for having us! My puppy and I had a blast. The toys and the water bowl were ready when we got there, which my puppy definitely made use of.
Qasim K.
January 2023
Just another quick note to say how perfect Marni’s spot is. Very big relief to have access to this private spot for some much needed playtime with my reactive guy :)
Qasim K.
December 2022
This was exactly what my doggo Benny and I needed. Quiet location, easy to get to by car, and albeit for a couple of dog barks in the distance, it was PERFECT. I have an anxious pup who has severe leash anxiety, and we just moved to the city for a little while. I live in a condo, so it was awesome to have a little private yard to throw a ball for an hour. Huge relief. Highly recommend.
Danica J.
November 2022
Thanks for having us! A great space for my reactive dog to get some time to run around in a private place :)
Carly M.
September 2020
Secure yard with high fences, great for fetch! This was our first time using sniffspot, very thankful for a private space to play. Thanks Ron!
Alexandra B.
January 2022
Spacious, secure area with convenient parking options!
Cheryl M.
December 2022
Nice place, good amount of space. My pup had a blast. Will definitely go back.
Tara T.
October 2020
A great spot to let your dog run and sniff!
Julie D.
November 2020
A lovely little spot! Polite host. Enough room to play treat/retreat or toss a ball a bit. If your dog is really little, watch that they don't get out near the escape in the North East corner.
Charlotte G.
February 2023
There was a training class happening in the next room which is connected by a door and has very little sound insulation, so we could hear (and smell) other dogs and people close by. This actually served as a great proofing opportunity for us but might be difficult for reactive dogs. A couple times it seems like scuffles broke out between dogs next door and it was quite loud.
ROJHAN P.
February 2023
Seriously awesome! Our pups had the best time!!! They got to run around to their hearts desire. I feel most comfortable with a space like this since it's an indoor area. No external distractions, clean and safe facility. Getting inside was a bit confusing the first time but now that we know the process it was very simple! We hope to have more meet ups here once every 2 weeks to 1 month!
Stephanie F.
June 2023
Caroline’s place was great! We just wanted our dogs to hang out and it was the perfect space for that, shady and she has everything needed. Plus she was super friendly and helpful. Would recommend!
Taryn A.
May 2023
Just as described, nice and clean. Comfortable furniture to sit in shade if needed. Good amount of space to throw a ball or tug of war. The host Caroline is super friendly. Will be visiting again.
Jasmine D.
June 2023
Amazing experience! Beautiful yard, easy parking. Host left us water and dog treats. Yard had a great combination of shaded and sunny spots. My dog has the best time sniffing and running around. Host is really friendly and accommodating and we would love to be back!
Vicki L.
May 2023
Our host Yvonne is a wonderful, kind and friendly dog lover. Astrid smiled from ear to ear playing ball, drinking water and enjoying some treats provided for our visit. Astrid had zoomies, rolled in the grass and ran in the spacious beautiful clean back yard. Thank you for sharing your home Yvonne. My first Sniffspot was awesome!
Annalisa A.
May 2023
Yvonne is a great host. The backyard is great space to let a dog have their zoomies. There is both shade and sun for you and your puppers to enjoy.
Kimberly L.
April 2023
We had tons of fun at Yvonne's place! There was a ball to play with and plenty of water to drink, and Yvonne is a lovely person. Will definitely be back!
Kathryn R.
April 2023
Yvonne was such a great host! We really loved the drinking water and treats too. My mini Aussies had a blast. Highly recommend!
What other types of private dog parks are available?
Dog water parks
Many hosts have added water features like pools and/or are nearby lakes or rivers.
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 York 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 39 fully fenced dog parks in the area. If your dog is reactive to other dogs, you can visit one of our 17 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 39 fully fenced dog parks in or near York. Browse all fully enclosed options.
Where are good dog hiking trails near York?
The York area has 6 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 Breezy Meadows Dog Paradise (private & off leash).
Are there dog agility courses for rent in York?
Sniffspot has dog parks with agility equipment and/or dog obstacles in or near York. The most popular agility option is Structured k9’s confidence dog park.
There are 11 Sniffspot dog parks that offer fields in or near York where dogs can be off leash. The most popular field is Structured k9’s confidence dog park.