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
55Excellent place to let my two pups run freely, and very close to my residence! Spacious, lots of Chuck-It balls to use, tall fence (Maybe 8 ft? My reactive dog can jump a 5 ft fence, unfortunately...)and secure top to bottom all the way around. Hope to visit again!Kathryn S.
Kathryn S.
December 2022
Excellent place to let my two pups run freely, and very close to my residence! Spacious, lots of Chuck-It balls to use, tall fence (Maybe 8 ft? My reactive dog can jump a 5 ft fence, unfortunately...)and secure top to bottom all the way around. Hope to visit again!
Penny's Place: A Spacious Norfolk Yard | Sniffspot
55Well kept and clean sniffspot with ample room for fetch using their provided chuckit & bucket of balls. Full grass yard with few, if any, bare spots... an absolute must during our wet Virginia springs!
Hosts are very responsive and kind, and neighbors are friendly.
Hope to make visits here a regular part of our week's excercise routine.Leah A.
Leah A.
January 2023
Well kept and clean sniffspot with ample room for fetch using their provided chuckit & bucket of balls. Full grass yard with few, if any, bare spots... an absolute must during our wet Virginia springs!
Hosts are very responsive and kind, and neighbors are friendly.
Hope to make visits here a regular part of our week's excercise routine.
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. 97% 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 209 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 Green Acres. At Sniffspot beaches dogs can generally be off leash.
Does Mathews have any fully fenced dog parks?
Sniffspot has 209 fully fenced dog parks in or near Mathews. Browse all fully enclosed options.
Where are good dog hiking trails near Mathews?
The Mathews area has 209 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 Green Acres.
Are there dog agility courses for rent in Mathews?
Sniffspot has dog parks with agility equipment and/or dog obstacles in or near Mathews. The most popular agility option is Green Acres.
Where in Mathews can I find a pool for dog swimming?
Sniffspot has swimming options in the Mathews area. The highest rated option is Green Acres.
Can I rent a field for my dog to run near Mathews?
There are 209 Sniffspot dog parks that offer fields in or near Mathews where dogs can be off leash. The most popular field is Green Acres.