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Apple ValleyMinnesota55124US
5.091
55Great place!! We had a really fun time. Quiet, easy parking, easy to...
55Very clean and welcoming space!
55Great cute and clean spot for our pups 😁
55“The girls had a great time exploring and playing in the beautiful...
55Our dogs loved exploring this beautiful and secure yard. The owners...
55Personalised and amazingly clean/open which is helpful during...
55beautiful space!! king loved running around, chasing the birds, and...
55Large peaceful yard with plenty of room to romp around, and a nice...
55Had a great time as always! The kiddy pool was great for the hot day....
55Overall really quiet space. Clean yard and toys if you forget yours.
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Happy Hounds Sniffspot 🐕

Apple Valley, Minnesota
Fully Fenced
0.3 acres
4.9991 Reviews
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Hosted by Anna H.

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Happy Hounds Sniffspot 🐕

Apple Valley, Minnesota
Host avatar
Hosted by Anna H.
Sniffpass
4.9991 Reviews
Sniffpass
Fully Fenced
0.3 acres
Happy Hounds Sniffspot 🐕 - Apple Valley, Minnesota
Happy Hounds Sniffspot 🐕 - Apple Valley, Minnesota
Happy Hounds Sniffspot 🐕 - Apple Valley, Minnesota

Fencing

Enclosure

Fully Fenced

Fencing height (at lowest point)

6+ ft

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

Gaps or holes in fence: Gaps

Fencing type(s): Chain link - privacy

Fencing details: There is a small gap (6") between the bottom edge of the northeastern corner of the fence and the ground, but we have it blocked off.


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

Sometimes

My dog will never be audible or visible from the spot, but other people walk their dogs on the sidewalks in our neighborhood. Additionally, our neighbor sometimes cares for her relative's two dogs, so they are (infrequently) in the yard adjacent to ours. They cannot access our yard.

GUEST FEEDBACK

30% 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 animalsSometimes

Other domestic animals

Sometimes

Our cats may sit in the (closed) windows from time to time, but we do our best to prevent this!

GUEST FEEDBACK

5% 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 peopleSometimes

Other people

Sometimes

This is a busy neighborhood, so people do use the sidewalks frequently.

GUEST FEEDBACK

54% 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

Dog drinking water

Chairs

Dog treats

Dog toys

Trash can

Hand sanitizer


Pricing
$5 per dog per hour

50% off all dogs after the 1st dog

25% off hourly price for 30 min visit

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

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Location

Apple Valley, Minnesota

Description

Happy Hounds is a big, fully-fenced (6ft) yard perfect for fetch and exercise. We offer toys, dog treats, seating for humans, and plenty of space for off-leash zoomies! A "puppy pool" (kiddie pool) is available upon request (May through August) at no extra cost. We wash all toys and water dishes and disinfect human-handled surfaces and seating between each visit. Your health and your dog's health matter to us! Have fun, and remember to 📸 Tag us in your Instagram posts! @happyhoundssniffspot

Cleanliness

98% of guests said this spot was as clean as expected during their visit.

Hazards

HOST NOTE

Our resident dog will sometimes hunt and leave his prey in the tall grass, but we are hyper aware of this and will make sure to remove any carcasses. Please also note that indigenous vegetation is present in the yard, and some of it may be toxic to dogs if consumed. Please ensure your dog does not eat any vegetation. Guests assume all risks involved therein. Thank you!

Extras

Tip$1

Absolutely not required or expected, the option to tip is just an opportunity to help us with the maintenance and upkeep of our Sniffspot! We appreciate all of our visitors so much and we thank you for your patronage!


Host Rules

Minimum visit length
30 minutes
Required advanced notice for visits
2 hours
Max dogs per booking
10
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.

4.99 (91 Reviews)

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Meet your host

Anna H.

Joined in May 2024

Making many "Happy Hounds" is our goal! We were inspired to open a Sniffspot by our resident dog Bear, who is highly reactive but LOVES to run off leash. We wanted our yard to be a safe haven for him and other dogs, too! We are always available to answer questions! Please don't hesitate to reach out. Cheers!


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