55My dogs and I had a wonderful experience and will be back for sure! Kathy was wonderful and interacted with my dogs beautifully. It is a clean, private, spacious environment perfect for some relaxation for mg dogs and myself!Lauren G.
Lauren G.
July 2022
My dogs and I had a wonderful experience and will be back for sure! Kathy was wonderful and interacted with my dogs beautifully. It is a clean, private, spacious environment perfect for some relaxation for mg dogs and myself!
Southern Lancaster County Canine Getaway "The Pond" Now 10 Acres! | Sniffspot
55What a wonderful getaway and play area! We loved it! Dutch is fast asleep totally wore out from swimming and running around with the zoomies! Dutch spotted a duck and leapt into the pond... then saw me n headed across to me at the widest point.. didnt know he could swim! He's a happy and DIRTY boy! HAHA we cant wait to go back!Abram Q.
Abram Q.
May 2022
What a wonderful getaway and play area! We loved it! Dutch is fast asleep totally wore out from swimming and running around with the zoomies! Dutch spotted a duck and leapt into the pond... then saw me n headed across to me at the widest point.. didnt know he could swim! He's a happy and DIRTY boy! HAHA we cant wait to go back!
Southern Lancaster County Canine Getaway "The Pond" Now 10 Acres! | Sniffspot
55Kathy’s spot is amazing! It was just what my dog needed. He loved swimming in the pond and we even got to play fetch. Beautiful property! Courtney D.
Courtney D.
May 2022
Kathy’s spot is amazing! It was just what my dog needed. He loved swimming in the pond and we even got to play fetch. Beautiful property!
Southern Lancaster County Canine Getaway "The Pond" Now 10 Acres! | Sniffspot
55My dogs had a wonderful time at this beautiful property. My only regret was that I didn’t book it for more than an hour. My pups loved it! There was plenty of room for the dogs to run and enjoy the pond as well as places for humans to sit and take in the scenery. Barbara F.
Barbara F.
May 2022
My dogs had a wonderful time at this beautiful property. My only regret was that I didn’t book it for more than an hour. My pups loved it! There was plenty of room for the dogs to run and enjoy the pond as well as places for humans to sit and take in the scenery.
Southern Lancaster County Canine Getaway "The Pond" Now 10 Acres! | Sniffspot
55The Pond is basically heaven on earth: a nice, large and secure 5 acres where your dog can run and swim his heart out. I hate to recommend it only because we want it all for ourselves. :) Kathy, the host, is friendly and helpful and so accomodating. Be prepared for a happy (but muddy!) pup after your visit. Baths are available on site if you inquire. Emily C.
Emily C.
May 2022
The Pond is basically heaven on earth: a nice, large and secure 5 acres where your dog can run and swim his heart out. I hate to recommend it only because we want it all for ourselves. :) Kathy, the host, is friendly and helpful and so accomodating. Be prepared for a happy (but muddy!) pup after your visit. Baths are available on site if you inquire.
Southern Lancaster County Canine Getaway "The Pond" Now 10 Acres! | Sniffspot
55Our pups had a great time playing at The Pond. The owners made it super convenient having doggie bags, toys, and benches to sit on, which we weren’t expecting. Will definitely be coming back again! Marie H.
Marie H.
May 2022
Our pups had a great time playing at The Pond. The owners made it super convenient having doggie bags, toys, and benches to sit on, which we weren’t expecting. Will definitely be coming back again!
Southern Lancaster County Canine Getaway "The Pond" Now 10 Acres! | Sniffspot
55We really enjoyed our visit! The fence is very secure so you can rest easy while your dog runs off leash and plays in the pond. I also loved the benches around the pond so I could sit and enjoy the view for a bit. Highly recommend!Sara A.
Sara A.
June 2022
We really enjoyed our visit! The fence is very secure so you can rest easy while your dog runs off leash and plays in the pond. I also loved the benches around the pond so I could sit and enjoy the view for a bit. Highly recommend!
Southern Lancaster County Canine Getaway "The Pond" Now 10 Acres! | Sniffspot
55We booked this spot for my pups birthday and we all had the best time! Having a reactive dog that loves to run and swim can be challenging and this quiet remote spot allowed us all to relax. We will absolutely be back and will be sure to tell others about it :) Erin W.
Erin W.
June 2022
We booked this spot for my pups birthday and we all had the best time! Having a reactive dog that loves to run and swim can be challenging and this quiet remote spot allowed us all to relax. We will absolutely be back and will be sure to tell others about it :)
Southern Lancaster County Canine Getaway "The Pond" Now 10 Acres! | Sniffspot
55The place is absolutely gorgeous! Driveway is marked with sniffspot sign which makes it easy to find for the first-time comers, parking place for "The Pond" is marked as well. The place is spotless clean with dog waste dispose stations. Kathy is very warm and welcoming host, she met us upon arrival and showed the way to the pond gate. Cooper and Brutus had a blast there! Brutus is the one that cannot be trusted off-leash and it was so great to let them roam around without worries. It is like a little piece of paradise- we will definitely be back for more fun. I left with two very happy tired wet dogs :)Donata P.
Donata P.
June 2022
The place is absolutely gorgeous! Driveway is marked with sniffspot sign which makes it easy to find for the first-time comers, parking place for "The Pond" is marked as well. The place is spotless clean with dog waste dispose stations. Kathy is very warm and welcoming host, she met us upon arrival and showed the way to the pond gate. Cooper and Brutus had a blast there! Brutus is the one that cannot be trusted off-leash and it was so great to let them roam around without worries. It is like a little piece of paradise- we will definitely be back for more fun. I left with two very happy tired wet dogs :)
Southern Lancaster County Canine Getaway "The Pond" Now 10 Acres! | Sniffspot
55We LOVE The Pond!! what a wonderful spot. Booked a 3hr visit for this weather-wonderful summer Saturday. Second dog, visiting for the first time loved splashing in the water.Janet H.
Janet H.
June 2022
We LOVE The Pond!! what a wonderful spot. Booked a 3hr visit for this weather-wonderful summer Saturday. Second dog, visiting for the first time loved splashing in the water.
Southern Lancaster County Canine Getaway "The Pond" Now 10 Acres! | Sniffspot
55Lots of space. Fully fenced and secure. My dog had a blast swimming and even saw a fish jump out of the water and kept waiting to see if she could find another one. Great place to explore with your furry best friend. Alicia W.
Alicia W.
June 2022
Lots of space. Fully fenced and secure. My dog had a blast swimming and even saw a fish jump out of the water and kept waiting to see if she could find another one. Great place to explore with your furry best friend.
Southern Lancaster County Canine Getaway "The Pond" Now 10 Acres! | Sniffspot
55Tessa loved The Pond! It was so nice being able to let her roam and swim. We enjoyed a picnic and playing fetch with her. Beautiful and relaxing, thank you so much!Ally M.
Ally M.
June 2022
Tessa loved The Pond! It was so nice being able to let her roam and swim. We enjoyed a picnic and playing fetch with her. Beautiful and relaxing, thank you so much!
Southern Lancaster County Canine Getaway "The Pond" Now 10 Acres! | Sniffspot
55This Sniff Spot is exactly what my dogs needed!! It was a blast to watch them run free and swim to their hearts content. 💕 Deanna H.
Deanna H.
July 2022
This Sniff Spot is exactly what my dogs needed!! It was a blast to watch them run free and swim to their hearts content. 💕
How do Pylesville'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 Pylesville 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 Pylesville 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 273 fully fenced dog parks in the area. If your dog is reactive to other dogs, you can visit one of our 36 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.
Does Pylesville have any fully fenced dog parks?
Sniffspot has 273 fully fenced dog parks in or near Pylesville. Browse all fully enclosed options.
Where are good dog hiking trails near Pylesville?
The Pylesville area has 12 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 Seth's Private Dog Park In Gardners.
Are there dog agility courses for rent in Pylesville?
Sniffspot has dog parks with agility equipment and/or dog obstacles in or near Pylesville. The most popular agility option is Pickles Park in Hanover.
Where in Pylesville can I find a pool for dog swimming?