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YorkPennsylvania17403US
4.99559
55Wonderful place for my pup Maggie to swim! Fantastic host, very...
55Best sniff spot ever!! We love this place and thank you John and...
55What a beautiful property, my dogs had a fun time too. Host left out...
55We’ve been here twice now and both times it was an amazing experience...
55We love coming here and the pool is always so clean! Reese had a...
55My girls had a great time!!
55Pool was so much fun, and the yard is beautiful! A lovely little...
55Perfect spot for your dog to swim and play! Will definitely be back!!
55We had an absolutely amazing time at John and Betsy’s Sniffspot! The...
55Thank you for another great summer ❤️ beautiful as always
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South York Dog Spot

York, Pennsylvania
Fully Fenced
1 acre
4.99559 Reviews
Top spot

South York Dog Spot

York, Pennsylvania
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Hosted by John and Betsy D.
4.99559 Reviews
Top spot
Fully Fenced
1 acre
South York Dog Spot - York, Pennsylvania
South York Dog Spot - York, Pennsylvania
South York Dog Spot - York, Pennsylvania

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

5 feet (at lowest point)

Gaps or holes in fence

No gaps

Enclosure

fully fenced

Fencing height (at lowest point)

5 feet

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

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 dogsSometimes

Other dogs

HOST REPORTS

Sometimes

Neighboring dogs may be heard playing and/or barking, but they are unable to be seen.

GUEST FEEDBACK

31% 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 animalsNo

Other domestic animals

HOST REPORTS

No

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GUEST FEEDBACK

1% 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 peopleNo

Other people

HOST REPORTS

No

We are located in a quiet city neighborhood. You may hear voices and some traffic, but generally it is very quiet & peaceful in the dog area.

GUEST FEEDBACK

4% of guests saw/heard

Designed for private play

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

Private entryYes

Private entry

Yes (Always)

Designed for private play

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


Amenities

Swimming pool

Agility equipment

Dog drinking water

Chairs

Dog treats

Dog toys


Pricing
30 credits per dog per hour

50% off all dogs after the 1st dog

Member get discounts on all bookings at all spots by buying monthly credits!

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Location

York, Pennsylvania

Description

We are centrally located. Easy access with off street parking. **FOUR PERSON MAXIMUM PER VISIT** THE NEW "PLAYMATES" FEATURE IS NOT PERMITTED AT THIS SNIFFSPOT LOCATION. ALL DOGS IN YOUR BOOKING MUST BE ACQUAINTED. NO FIRST TIME INTRODUCTIONS ALLOWED. No one under the age of 18 is permitted on the property at any time during Sniffspot visits. This includes infants in carriers.

Cleanliness

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

Hazards

HOST NOTE

This spot has a water feature available (Pool) from April to October, make sure to review these guidelines for visiting spots with water before visiting South York Dog Spot: https://help.sniffspot.com/article/167-how-to-keep-your-dog-safe-around-pools-and-water No Alcohol permitted on the property during visits.

Water safety notice

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


Extras

Pool Care Tip 15%3.75 credits

Help to keep the pool clean and in top notch condition for dogs and their humans.

Pool Care Tip 18%4.5 credits

Help to keep the pool clean and in top notch condition for dogs and their humans.

Pool Care Tip 20%5 credits

Help to keep the pool clean and in top notch condition for dogs and their humans.

Extras

Pool Care Tip 15%3.75 credits

Help to keep the pool clean and in top notch condition for dogs and their humans.


Pool Care Tip 18%4.5 credits

Help to keep the pool clean and in top notch condition for dogs and their humans.


Pool Care Tip 20%5 credits

Help to keep the pool clean and in top notch condition for dogs and their humans.


Pool Care Tip 22%5.5 credits

Help to keep the pool clean and in top notch condition for dogs and their humans.


Pop-up Changing Pod3 credits

Use of changing pod tent for humans only. Allows for a private changing space to get out of wet bathing suits for the drive home.


Water Bottles3 credits

Two chilled Water Bottle for Humans. (Fresh water for dogs already included)


Host Rules

Minimum visit length
1 hour
Required advanced notice for visits
4 hours
Max dogs per booking
5
Is the host present?
I generally do not meet my guests
Additional rules

THE NEW "PLAYMATES" FEATURE IS NOT PERMITTED AT THIS SNIFFSPOT LOCATION. ALL DOGS IN YOUR BOOKING MUST BE ACQUAINTED. NO FIRST TIME INTRODUCTIONS ALLOWED. Please no glass by the pool or in the yard. Smoking is not permitted anywhere on the property. When the pool is open, only two human handlers per pup at a time are permitted in the water while swimming/interacting with the dog(s). Please stay engaged with your dog(s). No human swimming is permitted without dog interaction. ***No one under the age of 18 years old is permitted on the property at any time.*** It is the responsibility of dog owners to ensure that all dogs can swim or have a swim vest before entering the pool.


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.

Top spot!

This spot consistently provides amazing experiences to guests

4.99 (559 Reviews)

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Meet your host

John and Betsy D.

Joined in August 2022

We love dogs and are happy to share our yard for dogs who just need the space to safely play.


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