55Great place! The yard was good-sized with lots of toys and agility equipment, the fence was secure, and had a nice area for the humans to hangout. We'll definitively be back!Joy V.
Joy V.
February 2023
Great place! The yard was good-sized with lots of toys and agility equipment, the fence was secure, and had a nice area for the humans to hangout. We'll definitively be back!
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55It was so fun for me and my dogs! A lot of space for my three dogs to play together and on their own. I was really happy with the toys provided. We will be back again!Alicia B.
Alicia B.
March 2023
It was so fun for me and my dogs! A lot of space for my three dogs to play together and on their own. I was really happy with the toys provided. We will be back again!
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55We love this Sniffspot because it’s really close to downtown. So many things to sniff, toys to play with and an agility course if you want to practice with your pup!Mariam B.
Mariam B.
April 2023
We love this Sniffspot because it’s really close to downtown. So many things to sniff, toys to play with and an agility course if you want to practice with your pup!
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55Great yard plenty enough room to run and he loved that blue volleyball 😂😂 the agility is cool too! My only feedback is there was a decent amount of debris in the yard and I picked up a large shard of glass but I threw it awayKailey A.
Kailey A.
April 2023
Great yard plenty enough room to run and he loved that blue volleyball 😂😂 the agility is cool too! My only feedback is there was a decent amount of debris in the yard and I picked up a large shard of glass but I threw it away
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55Nice space with plenty of toys and activities. Our pup was exhausted within half an hour! He loved Michele’s volleyball despite being about the same size as itNicole S.
Nicole S.
May 2023
Nice space with plenty of toys and activities. Our pup was exhausted within half an hour! He loved Michele’s volleyball despite being about the same size as it
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55This was Winnie’s very first SniffSpot and she had the best time! We will definitely be back! Michelle has the best toys and the space was perfect! Jennifer W.
Jennifer W.
May 2023
This was Winnie’s very first SniffSpot and she had the best time! We will definitely be back! Michelle has the best toys and the space was perfect!
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55Absolutely stellar sniffspot! Tons of toys provided, a water bucket for pups to drink out of, a nice spot to relax for pet parents; we had a great time!!Jaden M.
Jaden M.
June 2023
Absolutely stellar sniffspot! Tons of toys provided, a water bucket for pups to drink out of, a nice spot to relax for pet parents; we had a great time!!
Michele's Downtown Fully Fenced play space For Dogs To Rent In Raleigh | Sniffspot
55We had the absolute best time at Michele’s! It’s a big yard with grass and mulch and toys! Our pups played the entire hour. Access is a piece of cake and the entire property was so nice! Plus - the neighbors were friendly! We already booked for next weekend! Victoria R.
Victoria R.
June 2023
We had the absolute best time at Michele’s! It’s a big yard with grass and mulch and toys! Our pups played the entire hour. Access is a piece of cake and the entire property was so nice! Plus - the neighbors were friendly! We already booked for next weekend!
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55My boys literally get excited as we drive down the road approaching this spot! We feel so comfortable here. It is always so clean, so private and extra toys to boot! Love it here!Tracy C.
Tracy C.
June 2023
My boys literally get excited as we drive down the road approaching this spot! We feel so comfortable here. It is always so clean, so private and extra toys to boot! Love it here!
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55Yard is easy to access and has a nice shady section but also sun if you have a sunbather like mine. Easy access to water and trash for your dog bags, and lots of toys! Will definitely come back.Emma R.
Emma R.
July 2023
Yard is easy to access and has a nice shady section but also sun if you have a sunbather like mine. Easy access to water and trash for your dog bags, and lots of toys! Will definitely come back.
Michele's Downtown Fully Fenced play space For Dogs To Rent In Raleigh | Sniffspot
55Great for small dogs. Nice area to sit. Obstacle course items are fun. Hope to go back when cooler weather arrives. T L.
T L.
September 2022
Great for small dogs. Nice area to sit. Obstacle course items are fun. Hope to go back when cooler weather arrives.
How do Raleigh'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
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FAQ about our Raleigh 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 Raleigh 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 300 fully fenced dog parks in the area. If your dog is reactive to other dogs, you can visit one of our 33 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.