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5.0192
55Very accommodating and well kept yard. Hosts are friendly and helpful...
55Host was so lovely! Great space!
55So clean and secure- some neighborhood noises which our reactive guys...
55Loved this yard! Owner left lots of toys as well. My collie left very...
55Nice-sized, clean space and parking available on the driveway. Our...
45Very clean and easy to find. Loved that there was a parking spot in...
55Easy access instructions. Tons of balls/toys, a kiddie pool and a...
55Our favorite Sniffspot! Great setup, very secure, and tucked away...
55We had a pawesome time!! I have a very reactive large German Shepherd...
55Great spot! Really close to us and was easy to navigate. Thank you...
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Rocky's Spot - Albany Park

Chicago, Illinois
Fully Fenced
0.01 acres
4.96192 Reviews
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Hosted by Amy V.

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Rocky's Spot - Albany Park

Chicago, Illinois
Host avatar
Hosted by Amy V.
Sniffpass
4.96192 Reviews
Top spot
Sniffpass
Fully Fenced
0.01 acres
Rocky's Spot - Albany Park - Chicago, Illinois

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): Wood - privacy

Fencing details: There are one or two spots of the fence has gaps where a very small dog might be able to crawl under. I will barricade those but small dogs owners should be aware.


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

i have a dog but he will be indoors the entire time and blocked from the patio door. he is not a barker so your dog shouldn’t hear him

GUEST FEEDBACK

16% 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

there is 1 indoor car. he may be seen but highly unlikely.

GUEST FEEDBACK

3% 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 peopleYes

Other people

Yes (Always)

it is usually pretty quiet. there is a nursing home next door with a smoking deck on the side. they aren’t a bother though. directly across the alley are people who work on their cars and will sometimes play music. but it’s not a nuisance and it isn’t all the time.

GUEST FEEDBACK

72% 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)

Side gate. There is a back gate but it should not be used and should remain locked.

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

Trash can

Table

Water - kiddie pool

Water - hose


Pricing
$12 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

Chicago, Illinois

Description

Fully fenced yard. Guests should park in the driveway as the street is permit only. If there are any issues message me when you arrive!

Cleanliness

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

Host Rules

Minimum visit length
30 minutes
Required advanced notice for visits
2 hours
Max dogs per booking
3
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.

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This spot consistently provides amazing experiences to guests

4.96 (192 Reviews)

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Meet your host

Amy V.

Joined in June 2021


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