55Great spot for dogs to sniff and explore! Plenty of shaded area and space to run around. As mentioned, the neighbor’s dog does bark a lot. Though annoying, it was good training and desensitization for my reactive dogs. Overall, my dogs were relaxed, had fun and were tired afterwards. cindy w.
cindy w.
September 2024
Great spot for dogs to sniff and explore! Plenty of shaded area and space to run around. As mentioned, the neighbor’s dog does bark a lot. Though annoying, it was good training and desensitization for my reactive dogs. Overall, my dogs were relaxed, had fun and were tired afterwards.
55My grand pups had a good time. Would have been better if I remembered some of their toys 😬 they enjoyed eating some of the long grass around the trees and deck! Nansy M.
Nansy M.
February 2023
My grand pups had a good time. Would have been better if I remembered some of their toys 😬 they enjoyed eating some of the long grass around the trees and deck!
55My boy Taíno had a great time! The yard is clean with a nice lawn to roll around on. Oh yeah Burak makes the BEST coffees in town!! Highly recommend this spot.Valerie G.
Valerie G.
February 2023
My boy Taíno had a great time! The yard is clean with a nice lawn to roll around on. Oh yeah Burak makes the BEST coffees in town!! Highly recommend this spot.
55Very nice big grass yard! My bully pup did so many zoomies as soon as we got in. The gate was a little weird to lock but otherwise everything was simple.Emily W.
Emily W.
February 2023
Very nice big grass yard! My bully pup did so many zoomies as soon as we got in. The gate was a little weird to lock but otherwise everything was simple.
55Grassy and clean space to run. Ideal for a small dog, but my golden retriever still had a great time running back and forth. Lovely space to have in the neighborhood. Whitney T.
Whitney T.
March 2023
Grassy and clean space to run. Ideal for a small dog, but my golden retriever still had a great time running back and forth. Lovely space to have in the neighborhood.
55Such a great spot! My babies loved it! Non-stop zoomies. Clean and safe. The host provided water, toys and poop bags. He also let us in 10 min early from our reservation time. Overall, 5 stars. Super plus that it was such a gorgeous day. Will be back. Christina L.
Christina L.
April 2023
Such a great spot! My babies loved it! Non-stop zoomies. Clean and safe. The host provided water, toys and poop bags. He also let us in 10 min early from our reservation time. Overall, 5 stars. Super plus that it was such a gorgeous day. Will be back.
55Great backyard and what I like most about it is that it's so green and well kept. It was so fun for the pup I took, he slept all the way back to the shelter! Hosts were very nice.Ellen J.
Ellen J.
May 2023
Great backyard and what I like most about it is that it's so green and well kept. It was so fun for the pup I took, he slept all the way back to the shelter! Hosts were very nice.
55Great yard! Easy and safe to park, well-maintained grassy spot. I brought my newly adopted Jack Russell/Chihuahua today. He had a ball. Fresh water, squeaky toys that provided novelty; comfortable chairs set in the shade. My dog is reactive around other dogs, so coming here was welcoming, and a soothing place for him to enjoy. We even saw a hummingbird! Thanks you Burak!Susan M.
Susan M.
July 2023
Great yard! Easy and safe to park, well-maintained grassy spot. I brought my newly adopted Jack Russell/Chihuahua today. He had a ball. Fresh water, squeaky toys that provided novelty; comfortable chairs set in the shade. My dog is reactive around other dogs, so coming here was welcoming, and a soothing place for him to enjoy. We even saw a hummingbird! Thanks you Burak!
55We had a great time at this Sniffspot - Burak had an assortment of toys and even some dog treats! It’s nice and flat so he had plenty of space to get some energy out. We were also running late due to traffic and Burak was very accommodating. We will be back! Lisa P.
Lisa P.
August 2023
We had a great time at this Sniffspot - Burak had an assortment of toys and even some dog treats! It’s nice and flat so he had plenty of space to get some energy out. We were also running late due to traffic and Burak was very accommodating. We will be back!
55We had a lovely experience. The yard was clean and quiet and perfect for my dogs. They had fun and I enjoyed a nice caramel latte. We will be going back.Ena P.
Ena P.
August 2023
We had a lovely experience. The yard was clean and quiet and perfect for my dogs. They had fun and I enjoyed a nice caramel latte. We will be going back.
55Beautiful yard!! Plenty of space, toys and water for the dogs provided, plus chairs and an umbrella for owners to sit in shade. Easy to find and clear communication too. Will definitely be coming back!Azaleah G.
Azaleah G.
April 2024
Beautiful yard!! Plenty of space, toys and water for the dogs provided, plus chairs and an umbrella for owners to sit in shade. Easy to find and clear communication too. Will definitely be coming back!
55Host was very welcoming! Yard was nice and tidy. The yard toys were nice and durable. My pit/lab mix would love to come back. And I would love to come back with my other grumpy, senior dog to let her sunbathe :) Samantha S.
Samantha S.
April 2024
Host was very welcoming! Yard was nice and tidy. The yard toys were nice and durable. My pit/lab mix would love to come back. And I would love to come back with my other grumpy, senior dog to let her sunbathe :)
How do Richmond'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 Richmond 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 Richmond 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 125 fully fenced dog parks in the area. If your dog is reactive to other dogs, you can visit one of our 23 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 125 fully fenced dog parks in or near Richmond. Browse all fully enclosed options.
Where are good dog hiking trails near Richmond?
The Richmond area has 3 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 First Fork Forest 🌲.
Are there dog agility courses for rent in Richmond?
Sniffspot has dog parks with agility equipment and/or dog obstacles in or near Richmond. The most popular agility option is Pup Garden.
Where in Richmond can I find a pool for dog swimming?