55Wow, what an amazing plot of land that is absolutely perfect for high energy dogs! We are new sniff spot users and never considered it before because we have a large and fenced yard, however the new smells were so fun for our 3 big dogs! They had the best time running around and exploring. We will definitely be back! Samantha P.
Samantha P.
November 2023
Wow, what an amazing plot of land that is absolutely perfect for high energy dogs! We are new sniff spot users and never considered it before because we have a large and fenced yard, however the new smells were so fun for our 3 big dogs! They had the best time running around and exploring. We will definitely be back!
55We had a great time exploring this beautiful sheep dog farm! Lots of space to run around, so many smells, and trees/sheep dog fences added enriching features. Michelle L.
Michelle L.
November 2023
We had a great time exploring this beautiful sheep dog farm! Lots of space to run around, so many smells, and trees/sheep dog fences added enriching features.
55great spot! I was a bit hesitant upon arrival with how big the property was and worried that the fence was not secure. We did not have any problems. The owner did mention a gate that a "small" dog might be able to get through, my 35lb klee Kai and 45lb Portuguese Water dog would have been able to get through if given the chance... just a warning to dog owners. but we will definitely be back! Ashley P.
Ashley P.
December 2023
great spot! I was a bit hesitant upon arrival with how big the property was and worried that the fence was not secure. We did not have any problems. The owner did mention a gate that a "small" dog might be able to get through, my 35lb klee Kai and 45lb Portuguese Water dog would have been able to get through if given the chance... just a warning to dog owners. but we will definitely be back!
55What a great spot!! Very large, clean, open field with lots of great smells and space to run. My dogs had an absolute blast exploring and running around. Ginny found some sheep fur that she ran around with and was so proud of herself!! I was surprised at how clean it was. Being a sheep farm I expected some sheep poop but it was nowhere in sight during our visit. Reached out to Mike with some questions before the visit and he responded quickly and answered all of my questions. It’s about and hour and a half each way for us, but we liked it so much we will certainly be back. Kate S.
Kate S.
December 2023
What a great spot!! Very large, clean, open field with lots of great smells and space to run. My dogs had an absolute blast exploring and running around. Ginny found some sheep fur that she ran around with and was so proud of herself!! I was surprised at how clean it was. Being a sheep farm I expected some sheep poop but it was nowhere in sight during our visit. Reached out to Mike with some questions before the visit and he responded quickly and answered all of my questions. It’s about and hour and a half each way for us, but we liked it so much we will certainly be back.
55We drove from JP in Boston for this spot and it was totally worth it to have so much space. Tons of good smells for the pups. It was pretty rainy today but no mud, which was great. We could hear dogs barking from one side and see sheep but it didn't bother my pups at all.Raechel S.
Raechel S.
December 2023
We drove from JP in Boston for this spot and it was totally worth it to have so much space. Tons of good smells for the pups. It was pretty rainy today but no mud, which was great. We could hear dogs barking from one side and see sheep but it didn't bother my pups at all.
55Lovely location! Daria my fur baby and I worked on some training, she did lots of running and just enjoyed being a dog! ☺️ Location is marked so you know where to enter which is helpful! We will be back! 🐶Corynne L.
Corynne L.
January 2024
Lovely location! Daria my fur baby and I worked on some training, she did lots of running and just enjoyed being a dog! ☺️ Location is marked so you know where to enter which is helpful! We will be back! 🐶
55Had a great time! Signs were clear. We knew exactly where to go.
I was a bit nervous because my 33 pound heeler/chow chow is obsessed with squirrels and I saw comments about dogs potentially being able to get through the fence, but the big open space was interesting enough and the fence a good enough boundary that she didn't bother trying to get through at all. We played some fetch and she got to sprint around freely. It was so good for her. We'll be back.Emily H.
Emily H.
January 2024
Had a great time! Signs were clear. We knew exactly where to go.
I was a bit nervous because my 33 pound heeler/chow chow is obsessed with squirrels and I saw comments about dogs potentially being able to get through the fence, but the big open space was interesting enough and the fence a good enough boundary that she didn't bother trying to get through at all. We played some fetch and she got to sprint around freely. It was so good for her. We'll be back.
55This is a great wide open area. Plenty of room for fetch, fun obedience, etc. It was clean and dry (big plus for us as our back yard is muddy at this time) and completely fenced in. If your dog is a fence jumper the fence height may be a consideration. Mike is very nice and easy to talk with. There will be many next times for us.
Thanks Mike for opening this spot to use through SniffSpot. This is the largest space that my boy has had off leash time on and it felt like I had given him his freedom.
Added plus, Mike teaches herding so we took advantage of that also. What a very fun experience.Lori P.
Lori P.
March 2022
This is a great wide open area. Plenty of room for fetch, fun obedience, etc. It was clean and dry (big plus for us as our back yard is muddy at this time) and completely fenced in. If your dog is a fence jumper the fence height may be a consideration. Mike is very nice and easy to talk with. There will be many next times for us.
Thanks Mike for opening this spot to use through SniffSpot. This is the largest space that my boy has had off leash time on and it felt like I had given him his freedom.
Added plus, Mike teaches herding so we took advantage of that also. What a very fun experience.
55There’s so much space for my dogs to run. They had a blast and I didn’t have to worry because it’s fenced in. They loved splashing through the water too.Theresa S.
Theresa S.
February 2024
There’s so much space for my dogs to run. They had a blast and I didn’t have to worry because it’s fenced in. They loved splashing through the water too.
55Our dogs love running in open space so this was perfect for us! The youngest one doesn’t get too much off leash time so he had a blast. It was nice and quiet and far enough from any main roads that traffic sounds weren’t an issue. Allyson M.
Allyson M.
February 2024
Our dogs love running in open space so this was perfect for us! The youngest one doesn’t get too much off leash time so he had a blast. It was nice and quiet and far enough from any main roads that traffic sounds weren’t an issue.
55The space was great and Mike couldn’t have been any friendlier or easier to communicate with when I reached out with a question. We would definitely make the trip back!Vanessa D.
Vanessa D.
February 2024
The space was great and Mike couldn’t have been any friendlier or easier to communicate with when I reached out with a question. We would definitely make the trip back!
55Lovely! Really nice big open space. Fully fenced in. There is a good amount of poop (makes sense for a farm) but if your pup eats or rolls in poop it might not be the best fit. We really enjoyed walking around, playing, and doing some training. Shannon B.
Shannon B.
November 2023
Lovely! Really nice big open space. Fully fenced in. There is a good amount of poop (makes sense for a farm) but if your pup eats or rolls in poop it might not be the best fit. We really enjoyed walking around, playing, and doing some training.
How do Barnstable's private dog parks work?
Private rentals by the hour
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
Designed for private play
Only the people and dogs in your booking are allowed in the spot during your visit
Reactive dogs welcome
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FAQ about our Barnstable dog parks
Are dog parks good for dogs?
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 Barnstable 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 64 fully fenced dog parks in the area. If your dog is reactive to other dogs, you can visit one of our 11 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.
Can I rent a field for my dog to run near Barnstable?
There are 8 Sniffspot dog parks that offer fields in or near Barnstable where dogs can be off leash. The most popular field is Trotting Park Dog Delight.