55I have a pit mix who’s an escape artist and a lab mix puppy that requires all the space she can get. This place was super spacious and extremely accommodating to all of my pets needs!! I’m definitely coming back here with the dogs again. They absolutely loved it. Laurel M.
Laurel M.
November 2022
I have a pit mix who’s an escape artist and a lab mix puppy that requires all the space she can get. This place was super spacious and extremely accommodating to all of my pets needs!! I’m definitely coming back here with the dogs again. They absolutely loved it.
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55Derek was so kind to let us in on a holiday! Our dog, Charlize, had a blast! The space is clean, has a box of dog toys, doggie bags and a trash can. We will be back when we are in the area again!!Mary Y.
Mary Y.
January 2023
Derek was so kind to let us in on a holiday! Our dog, Charlize, had a blast! The space is clean, has a box of dog toys, doggie bags and a trash can. We will be back when we are in the area again!!
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55Very clean and well maintained space. Appreciated the dog toys and the garbage can/poop bags. We came in January- so dress for wind! The dogs were VERY interested in all the farm smells and had a great time. Thank you for having us!Jennifer G.
Jennifer G.
January 2023
Very clean and well maintained space. Appreciated the dog toys and the garbage can/poop bags. We came in January- so dress for wind! The dogs were VERY interested in all the farm smells and had a great time. Thank you for having us!
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55Kobe and I absolutely loved coming here today and got some much needed energy out! This place was awesome and we’ll definitely be coming back here often!Ariana R.
Ariana R.
January 2023
Kobe and I absolutely loved coming here today and got some much needed energy out! This place was awesome and we’ll definitely be coming back here often!
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55Thank you again Derek for this fantastic spot! We appreciate having the bench to sit and rest while the puppies are playing. The waste bags, garbage, and toy box are also other great touches! There is plenty of room for our 3 big babies (60-160lbs) to run, sniff, explore, jump up (onto the wagon), & rest under some shade. It’s only a little outside of town surrounded by fields so that there aren’t regular people/dogs walking by only the rare bicyclist. It’s a nice spot for us to work safely on obedience and reactivity without worrying about triggers (people, strollers, dogs, etc.) unexpectedly appearing. It’s convenient, easy parking/access, and clean! We’ve enjoyed our stress-free time here and will be back again!monica h.
monica h.
March 2023
Thank you again Derek for this fantastic spot! We appreciate having the bench to sit and rest while the puppies are playing. The waste bags, garbage, and toy box are also other great touches! There is plenty of room for our 3 big babies (60-160lbs) to run, sniff, explore, jump up (onto the wagon), & rest under some shade. It’s only a little outside of town surrounded by fields so that there aren’t regular people/dogs walking by only the rare bicyclist. It’s a nice spot for us to work safely on obedience and reactivity without worrying about triggers (people, strollers, dogs, etc.) unexpectedly appearing. It’s convenient, easy parking/access, and clean! We’ve enjoyed our stress-free time here and will be back again!
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55Our dogs had the time of their lives today. There is so much room and so much for them to explore. Will definitely be making this an every weekend trip!Alona P.
Alona P.
April 2023
Our dogs had the time of their lives today. There is so much room and so much for them to explore. Will definitely be making this an every weekend trip!
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55This was a great spot for my dog to run around. i would definitely come back. i am someone who appreciates a self check in so this place was perfect! mayra c.
mayra c.
April 2023
This was a great spot for my dog to run around. i would definitely come back. i am someone who appreciates a self check in so this place was perfect!
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55Great place! It was my time bringing my dogs to this location and they loved it. Lots of room to run and a nice shaded spot to relax from the heat with the dogs. Derek responded to all my messages quickly as well. Can’t wait to bring the dogs back! Anne M.
Anne M.
April 2023
Great place! It was my time bringing my dogs to this location and they loved it. Lots of room to run and a nice shaded spot to relax from the heat with the dogs. Derek responded to all my messages quickly as well. Can’t wait to bring the dogs back!
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55Perfect local spot to let your dog run! So easy to book, easy access to the fenced area, and there were even some toys we could use to play. Definitely will be back!Rachel N.
Rachel N.
April 2023
Perfect local spot to let your dog run! So easy to book, easy access to the fenced area, and there were even some toys we could use to play. Definitely will be back!
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55The park is exactly as described. Very clean, obstacles and toys for the dogs to play. No water but I would rather have my dogs drink from my bowls to reduce any risk of cross contamination. We will be back! Our dogs loved their time spent and completely exhausted.Angela H.
Angela H.
April 2023
The park is exactly as described. Very clean, obstacles and toys for the dogs to play. No water but I would rather have my dogs drink from my bowls to reduce any risk of cross contamination. We will be back! Our dogs loved their time spent and completely exhausted.
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55The environment was squeaky clean and quiet. Easy to locate with up close parking. Plenty of things to sniff and explore. There is some shade but not a lot. No bees/wasps or any bugs while we were there. Pups loved it! Taylor Z.
Taylor Z.
May 2023
The environment was squeaky clean and quiet. Easy to locate with up close parking. Plenty of things to sniff and explore. There is some shade but not a lot. No bees/wasps or any bugs while we were there. Pups loved it!
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55This place is very nice location and good views. Clan and fence is well maintained no holes for dogs to get out. Had toys and agility stuff set up for the dogs. Was our first time using and will be back. Joel C.
Joel C.
May 2023
This place is very nice location and good views. Clan and fence is well maintained no holes for dogs to get out. Had toys and agility stuff set up for the dogs. Was our first time using and will be back.
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55I thought it was great! For me personally I wish the welded wire was a little higher on the gates. I have a 30 lb agile/high energy mutt, and there were a few times she tried to get through the gate. Otherwise I thought everything was clean and well maintained. Halley H.
Halley H.
May 2023
I thought it was great! For me personally I wish the welded wire was a little higher on the gates. I have a 30 lb agile/high energy mutt, and there were a few times she tried to get through the gate. Otherwise I thought everything was clean and well maintained.
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55Love this place! Well maintained, fenced in and tons of fun things for the dogs to play with. Juno had a great time, can’t wait come back! Michaela T.
Michaela T.
June 2023
Love this place! Well maintained, fenced in and tons of fun things for the dogs to play with. Juno had a great time, can’t wait come back!
How do Byron's private dog fields 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
Many of the spots we list are designed with sensitive dogs in mind
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FAQ about our Byron dog fields
Are dog fields safe?
If you are looking for an adventure, but also looking for safety, Sniffspot dog fields are a great option. While public dog parks have a number of safety issues, such as aggressive dogs, distracted dog owners, disease transmission and general cleanliness, Sniffspot dog parks are much safer than public dog parks. With Sniffspot all bookings are private space for just you and doggy friends you bring with you and we require all dogs to be vaccinated (or have equivalent titers). Especially for training, privacy is ideal. Contrary to public dog parks, all Sniffspot locations are vetted and reviewed by guests so you can find the perfect place for you and your dog for off leash exercise or outdoor training. 93% of reviews on Sniffspot visits are 5 stars, while public dog parks often do not even have verified reviews. All payment is done securely online by credit card in a few simple clicks.
All park rental information is available online. Start by filtering parks by fencing, size and distractions, to find a private spot that works for your dog. If your dog has poor recall, you can visit one of our secure fields. If your dog is reactive to other dogs, you can visit one of our dog fields where there are no dogs audible or visible nearby. You can review the details of the listing to make sure it works as your desired activity space, for example, safe dog exercise, dog training, a stress-free adventure with your furry friend or even a puppy event. You can even check the park amenities chart for amenities such as indoor training facilities, agility field, synthetic turf, exercise balls or field parking availability in advance. If inclement weather is an issue or poor field conditions, you can reschedule your visit up to 2 hours in advance.
What are the requirements to bring my dog to a Sniffspot dog field?
We require that all four-legged friends have basic vaccinations or equivalent titers. We do not allow dogs with a bite history. We require that guests sign our waiver and agree to follow our safety rules. Make sure to check host rules before visiting to ensure, for instance, that you are following allowable sports activities rules and any special events rules.
Will there be other dogs at the Sniffspot field at the same time as me?
No. Facility rentals are for private play time and any host dogs are required to be kept away from the area during visits, so this is perfect for a private adventure for you and your doggie friends, and perhaps a human friend. Hosts understand that many guests have dogs in training and are nervous owners. So when you book a Sniffspot dog field you have the entire private spot to yourself. We also enforce 30 min time buffers between time slots so you will not run into other guest dogs or a previous person when coming or leaving in the field parking area. Some hosts may have multiple fields, but there is always a buffer between fields.