55Great place for the dogs. The shade to sun ratio was great for sitting (and laying for the dogs) after running around for a bit. The trails in the back were awesome as well for more of a sniff aspect. I will definitely be back! Only thing is if you have a reactive dog just be aware as there were dogs barking at the window and door where your dog can go up to. Taylor J.
Taylor J.
August 2025
Great place for the dogs. The shade to sun ratio was great for sitting (and laying for the dogs) after running around for a bit. The trails in the back were awesome as well for more of a sniff aspect. I will definitely be back! Only thing is if you have a reactive dog just be aware as there were dogs barking at the window and door where your dog can go up to.
Theresa's 1.38 Acre Fully Fenced Private Dog Park In Dexter | Sniffspot
55We went on a pretty hot day, but there was plenty of space for the dogs to run around and sniff, while also being able to seek shelter. In the wooded area there are some spots that it may be difficult to keep eyes on the dogs 100%, but the fence keeps them in the “sniff spot” area. There are a few small trails in the wooded area to help you keep eyes on the dogs for 85-90% of their run time. It’s a great area for dogs who don’t like brush/woods, with plenty of space to play fetch. Also, it’s a great spot for dogs who like to put their noses to the test and sniff around in the woods. I’d recommend bug spray in the wooded area, and long pants if you want to follow them into “the depths” of the wooded part. Parking was easy and entry in/out of the spot was also very easy. The instructions are pretty clear, but the host does provide easy contact to reach out to should their be issue. There was a water dish out back, but unsure if it was for any dog. I brought my own water and bowl though. I didn’t see a spot to throw out doggie bags, so I did have to bring mine home with me (which was no big deal for me.) Worst case, if that’s not an option for you and your pups when you come visit this spot, there is a gas station within less than 5 minutes away that has outside trash cans. My dogs were quite happy to smell and run around off leash though, and this spot definitely fit our needs! Both of my dogs are ready for a nap!Katherine M.
Katherine M.
July 2025
We went on a pretty hot day, but there was plenty of space for the dogs to run around and sniff, while also being able to seek shelter. In the wooded area there are some spots that it may be difficult to keep eyes on the dogs 100%, but the fence keeps them in the “sniff spot” area. There are a few small trails in the wooded area to help you keep eyes on the dogs for 85-90% of their run time. It’s a great area for dogs who don’t like brush/woods, with plenty of space to play fetch. Also, it’s a great spot for dogs who like to put their noses to the test and sniff around in the woods. I’d recommend bug spray in the wooded area, and long pants if you want to follow them into “the depths” of the wooded part. Parking was easy and entry in/out of the spot was also very easy. The instructions are pretty clear, but the host does provide easy contact to reach out to should their be issue. There was a water dish out back, but unsure if it was for any dog. I brought my own water and bowl though. I didn’t see a spot to throw out doggie bags, so I did have to bring mine home with me (which was no big deal for me.) Worst case, if that’s not an option for you and your pups when you come visit this spot, there is a gas station within less than 5 minutes away that has outside trash cans. My dogs were quite happy to smell and run around off leash though, and this spot definitely fit our needs! Both of my dogs are ready for a nap!
Theresa's 1.38 Acre Fully Fenced Private Dog Park In Dexter | Sniffspot
55My dog and I had such fun time at this Sniffspot! The yard is spacious and there some short wooded paths for you and your dog to explore. My dog is obsessed with chasing balls and opted to stay in the yard area. There was a kiddie pool and a hose that he enjoyed splashing around in. I wish I had brought a book because there was a lot of cool places and a really comfy chair for humans to lounge on. My dog absolutely did not want to leave. Every time I would try to put him back in my car he would lead back to the backyard. Overall highly recommend. Vidisha P.
Vidisha P.
July 2025
My dog and I had such fun time at this Sniffspot! The yard is spacious and there some short wooded paths for you and your dog to explore. My dog is obsessed with chasing balls and opted to stay in the yard area. There was a kiddie pool and a hose that he enjoyed splashing around in. I wish I had brought a book because there was a lot of cool places and a really comfy chair for humans to lounge on. My dog absolutely did not want to leave. Every time I would try to put him back in my car he would lead back to the backyard. Overall highly recommend.
Theresa's 1.38 Acre Fully Fenced Private Dog Park In Dexter | Sniffspot
55Our dogs really enjoyed this property!
There is a large back yard with lots of grass and tons of places to sniff. Then directly behind the yard, is a compex of trails that are attached to the surrounding forest. My dogs actually got to be country dogs for an hour and play in the woods a little bit. Everything is 100% completely fenced in. Perfect place to let city/suburb dogs, be a country dog for a little while. We will be back. Dennis P.
Dennis P.
July 2025
Our dogs really enjoyed this property!
There is a large back yard with lots of grass and tons of places to sniff. Then directly behind the yard, is a compex of trails that are attached to the surrounding forest. My dogs actually got to be country dogs for an hour and play in the woods a little bit. Everything is 100% completely fenced in. Perfect place to let city/suburb dogs, be a country dog for a little while. We will be back.
Theresa's 1.38 Acre Fully Fenced Private Dog Park In Dexter | Sniffspot
55Best of both worlds for the pups! Short grass with a wooded area and trails. They had a nice shade spot with rocking chairs for us which was nice.will definitely visit in the future.Jennifer S.
Jennifer S.
July 2025
Best of both worlds for the pups! Short grass with a wooded area and trails. They had a nice shade spot with rocking chairs for us which was nice.will definitely visit in the future.
Theresa's 1.38 Acre Fully Fenced Private Dog Park In Dexter | Sniffspot
55We had a great time! The yard was big and had a cute shady wooded area with trails that the dogs absolutely loved exploring! The trails were well-maintained. We will be coming back again!Sarah K.
Sarah K.
July 2025
We had a great time! The yard was big and had a cute shady wooded area with trails that the dogs absolutely loved exploring! The trails were well-maintained. We will be coming back again!
Theresa's 1.38 Acre Fully Fenced Private Dog Park In Dexter | Sniffspot
55Beautiful yard! Really kept up, fence is solid, and Theresa is a very kind and considerate person! Grateful to her for hosting this property! Cristina N.
Cristina N.
June 2025
Beautiful yard! Really kept up, fence is solid, and Theresa is a very kind and considerate person! Grateful to her for hosting this property!
Morgan's 30 Acre Unfenced Private Dog Park In Dexter | Sniffspot
55Very nice property with a mowed path surrounding it. I parked in the looped driveway and tried to stay out of the way. Hopefully we parked in the right spot! My dog had a blast and enjoyed running around and rolling in delightfully smelly patches of grass lol Kate R.
Kate R.
September 2024
Very nice property with a mowed path surrounding it. I parked in the looped driveway and tried to stay out of the way. Hopefully we parked in the right spot! My dog had a blast and enjoyed running around and rolling in delightfully smelly patches of grass lol
April's Private Dog Park on Jackson Rd | Sniffspot
55I’ve been to April’s about 4 times and love it. It’s clean, spacious, and has everything a dog or person can want. It’s very accessible and reasonably priced. I’ll be back Deborah B.
Deborah B.
July 2023
I’ve been to April’s about 4 times and love it. It’s clean, spacious, and has everything a dog or person can want. It’s very accessible and reasonably priced. I’ll be back
April's Private Dog Park on Jackson Rd | Sniffspot
55This was our favorite Sniffspot experience! Perfect space for my reactive dog. The area is big and clean. There are no houses, dogs, roads directly close to the fence (and the fence was secure). We really enjoyed our time!Amber A.
Amber A.
June 2023
This was our favorite Sniffspot experience! Perfect space for my reactive dog. The area is big and clean. There are no houses, dogs, roads directly close to the fence (and the fence was secure). We really enjoyed our time!
April's Private Dog Park on Jackson Rd | Sniffspot
55This was our first visit to a sniffspot and I was so delighted with our time here! Although the road is visible from the fenced in spot, it was far enough away that our reactive puppy paid absolutely no attention to it. The fences were secure and the barn provided a nice shaded area. We really appreciated the water and bowl that was provided.
It was soooo lovely to be able to watch our 7 month old Irish Setter puppy run off leash in a large safe area! Thank you so much for sharing your yard - we will definitely return!Renee P.
Renee P.
May 2023
This was our first visit to a sniffspot and I was so delighted with our time here! Although the road is visible from the fenced in spot, it was far enough away that our reactive puppy paid absolutely no attention to it. The fences were secure and the barn provided a nice shaded area. We really appreciated the water and bowl that was provided.
It was soooo lovely to be able to watch our 7 month old Irish Setter puppy run off leash in a large safe area! Thank you so much for sharing your yard - we will definitely return!
April's Private Dog Park on Jackson Rd | Sniffspot
55We loved the spot! Exactly as described and entering/exiting/parking we’re easy. We really enjoyed that they had an elevated cot for the dogs to lay on if they wanted so that was a pleasant surprise!! It was our first experience but definitely not our last.Karleigh M.
Karleigh M.
May 2023
We loved the spot! Exactly as described and entering/exiting/parking we’re easy. We really enjoyed that they had an elevated cot for the dogs to lay on if they wanted so that was a pleasant surprise!! It was our first experience but definitely not our last.
April's Private Dog Park on Jackson Rd | Sniffspot
55This was a very nice, large, fully fenced area. We took our dogs there for 30 minutes for their initial visit, just to check things out. This was PERFECT for our dogs, as they love to run! It was great to see them so happy dashing full speed throughout the fenced-in area. 🐾❤️🐶 We brought our own toys, but our dogs simply had a blast running all throughout the spacious area.
There were toys, a bowl & jugs of water, a pooper-scooper & bags provided for poop pick-up (not sure why some people don't clean up after their dogs when these things are provided). There's also a wooden shed with 2 portable camp chairs inside if you want to sit & watch your dogs play. You truly don't need to bring anything but your dog! Martina N.
Martina N.
April 2023
This was a very nice, large, fully fenced area. We took our dogs there for 30 minutes for their initial visit, just to check things out. This was PERFECT for our dogs, as they love to run! It was great to see them so happy dashing full speed throughout the fenced-in area. 🐾❤️🐶 We brought our own toys, but our dogs simply had a blast running all throughout the spacious area.
There were toys, a bowl & jugs of water, a pooper-scooper & bags provided for poop pick-up (not sure why some people don't clean up after their dogs when these things are provided). There's also a wooden shed with 2 portable camp chairs inside if you want to sit & watch your dogs play. You truly don't need to bring anything but your dog!
How do Dexter'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
Many of the spots we list are designed with sensitive dogs in mind
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FAQ About Dexter 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. 9% of reviews on Sniffspot visits in the Dexter 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 492 fully fenced dog parks in the area. If your dog is reactive to other dogs, you can visit one of our 825 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.
Sniffspot has 492 fully fenced dog parks in or near Dexter. Browse all fully enclosed options.
Where are good dog hiking trails near Dexter?
The Dexter area has 22 Sniffspot locations with private trails for you and your dog to walk or hike. Dogs can generally be off leash on Sniffspot trails. The most popular trail is Leslie's 12 Acre Unfenced Private Dog Park In Ann Arbor.
Are there dog agility courses for rent in Dexter?
Sniffspot has dog parks with agility equipment and/or dog obstacles in or near Dexter. The most popular agility option is The Confidence Course.
Where in Dexter can I find a pool for dog swimming?