55This was the perfect spot for my dog to run! The yard is really long and there are no gaps in the fence. There was a neighbor’s dog on the other side of the fence, but no gaps for them to see each other. That did make my dog go crazy running up and down though as he is super reactive. We will be back!Heather B.
Heather B.
September 2023
This was the perfect spot for my dog to run! The yard is really long and there are no gaps in the fence. There was a neighbor’s dog on the other side of the fence, but no gaps for them to see each other. That did make my dog go crazy running up and down though as he is super reactive. We will be back!
Penny's Place: A Spacious Norfolk Yard | Sniffspot
55My dogs and I had an amazing time here! The yard is extremely spacious, my dogs loved playing fetch and roaming around the yard! I will highly recommend this place to all my friends. Kayla L.
Kayla L.
May 2023
My dogs and I had an amazing time here! The yard is extremely spacious, my dogs loved playing fetch and roaming around the yard! I will highly recommend this place to all my friends.
Penny's Place: A Spacious Norfolk Yard | Sniffspot
55This was our first time using Sniffspot and our girls absolutely loved this place! The yard is well fenced, clean and they provided poop bags, water and toys for the girls to use. They Went crazy the first 30 minutes exploring , sprinting and playing tag with one another. This was fun for us and the dogs and we can’t wait to come back in the future! Jordan S.
Jordan S.
March 2023
This was our first time using Sniffspot and our girls absolutely loved this place! The yard is well fenced, clean and they provided poop bags, water and toys for the girls to use. They Went crazy the first 30 minutes exploring , sprinting and playing tag with one another. This was fun for us and the dogs and we can’t wait to come back in the future!
Penny's Place: A Spacious Norfolk Yard | Sniffspot
55As usual, a great time for my dogs and me. This is the most spacious place I have visited in Norfolk, and it gives my dogs and me a good workout. Thank you, Anne!Kathryn S.
Kathryn S.
March 2023
As usual, a great time for my dogs and me. This is the most spacious place I have visited in Norfolk, and it gives my dogs and me a good workout. Thank you, Anne!
Penny's Place: A Spacious Norfolk Yard | Sniffspot
55STOP right here and DON'T miss out on this Sniffspot!!!!! Okay, so I always have written great reviews for Sniffspots I've been to; they have all served the purpose of giving my dogs free time and all have been nicely kept. But, this spot by far has been our most favorite!!! Don't let the location being in a typical suburban neighborhood fool you, because this yard was HUGE!!! We felt safe in the neighborhood driving through, and everything was well upkept. There was a nice porch with chairs to relax in that was covered to keep away from the rain. A couple of bowls already filled with water were laid out, and a box full, literally full of balls and a whippet to play with. It was calm and peaceful. Even though the owner said they were watching a couple dogs inside, we literally didn't hear a peep from them! The owner even reached out prior and offered to cancel the reservation as it had started raining which was so thoughtful. It's kind of a catch 22 coming here because I think I will always compare future Sniffspots to this place after we move.... Or keep dreaming of having my own home with this kind of yard! Anyways, thank you SO much for your hospitality. You will make many future doggos so happy!!Chelsea M.
Chelsea M.
July 2022
STOP right here and DON'T miss out on this Sniffspot!!!!! Okay, so I always have written great reviews for Sniffspots I've been to; they have all served the purpose of giving my dogs free time and all have been nicely kept. But, this spot by far has been our most favorite!!! Don't let the location being in a typical suburban neighborhood fool you, because this yard was HUGE!!! We felt safe in the neighborhood driving through, and everything was well upkept. There was a nice porch with chairs to relax in that was covered to keep away from the rain. A couple of bowls already filled with water were laid out, and a box full, literally full of balls and a whippet to play with. It was calm and peaceful. Even though the owner said they were watching a couple dogs inside, we literally didn't hear a peep from them! The owner even reached out prior and offered to cancel the reservation as it had started raining which was so thoughtful. It's kind of a catch 22 coming here because I think I will always compare future Sniffspots to this place after we move.... Or keep dreaming of having my own home with this kind of yard! Anyways, thank you SO much for your hospitality. You will make many future doggos so happy!!
Penny's Place: A Spacious Norfolk Yard | Sniffspot
55This spot is awesome! It’s really nice to have found a place in the city that has a HUGE backyard! My dog throughly enjoyed running after the (many) balls they had available for him. We will definitely be back! Julia Z.
Julia Z.
August 2022
This spot is awesome! It’s really nice to have found a place in the city that has a HUGE backyard! My dog throughly enjoyed running after the (many) balls they had available for him. We will definitely be back! 
Penny's Place: A Spacious Norfolk Yard | Sniffspot
55This spot is large and secure. There is plenty of room to park and wide open space for the pups to run. The host is responsive and asked questions about the dogs to accommodate us on our visit. She put a hose/sprinkler out for us. Unfortunately, it was a little too hot for us to enjoy ourselves as much as we could have, but we’ll return soon.Denise F.
Denise F.
August 2022
This spot is large and secure. There is plenty of room to park and wide open space for the pups to run. The host is responsive and asked questions about the dogs to accommodate us on our visit. She put a hose/sprinkler out for us. Unfortunately, it was a little too hot for us to enjoy ourselves as much as we could have, but we’ll return soon.
Penny's Place: A Spacious Norfolk Yard | Sniffspot
55An absolutely beautiful, huge, well kept yard with so many amenities for the pups and a great place to chill for the parents. Anne was so sweet and caring towards my boys and was an outstanding host! ❤️Aliyah R.
Aliyah R.
August 2022
An absolutely beautiful, huge, well kept yard with so many amenities for the pups and a great place to chill for the parents. Anne was so sweet and caring towards my boys and was an outstanding host! ❤️
Penny's Place: A Spacious Norfolk Yard | Sniffspot
55Amazing spot! Large yard with plenty of running room. Super easy parking and side fence gate. Fence is super tall and is in great condition as it looks new. Everything we needed was on the back porch. We would love to come back to this sniff spot!Angela F.
Angela F.
August 2022
Amazing spot! Large yard with plenty of running room. Super easy parking and side fence gate. Fence is super tall and is in great condition as it looks new. Everything we needed was on the back porch. We would love to come back to this sniff spot!
Penny's Place: A Spacious Norfolk Yard | Sniffspot
55Great yard. Good spot to let the pup run and play some training games.Orange F.
Orange F.
April 2020
Great yard. Good spot to let the pup run and play some training games.
How do Mathews'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 our Mathews 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. 96% of reviews on Sniffspot visits in the Mathews 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 154 fully fenced dog parks in the area. If your dog is reactive to other dogs, you can visit one of our 16 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.
What is the best dog beach near Mathews?
The best Sniffspot dog beach near Mathews is SNIFFSPOT At Blanchard Farms. At Sniffspot beaches dogs can generally be off leash.
Does Mathews have any fully fenced dog parks?
Sniffspot has 154 fully fenced dog parks in or near Mathews. Browse all fully enclosed options.