55My dogs loved this location, they had so much fun in the pond and some water area that filled up with rain water. Definitely recommend, will be back soon! Marisol C.
Marisol C.
May 2023
My dogs loved this location, they had so much fun in the pond and some water area that filled up with rain water. Definitely recommend, will be back soon!
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55This was a great experience! The property was wonderful, my dogs had a blast, and the homeowner was very gracious and kind. We will definitely be back! Leslie S.
Leslie S.
June 2023
This was a great experience! The property was wonderful, my dogs had a blast, and the homeowner was very gracious and kind. We will definitely be back!
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55The host was amazing & super accommodating. Definitely a hidden gem for the doggos that enjoy woods/ponds. The pups and I will definitely be back. John P.
John P.
July 2023
The host was amazing & super accommodating. Definitely a hidden gem for the doggos that enjoy woods/ponds. The pups and I will definitely be back.
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55The host is incredibly kind! The space was perfect for our two aussies, one of them is an absolute mud loving monster and he had a blast in the pond. It felt like such a safe space to have our boys play.Katelyn S.
Katelyn S.
July 2023
The host is incredibly kind! The space was perfect for our two aussies, one of them is an absolute mud loving monster and he had a blast in the pond. It felt like such a safe space to have our boys play.
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55I loved how much my dogs enjoyed the pond and playing a lot , went on plenty of sniffing adventures , very enclosed had chairs and water bowls- definitely wore themselves out - passed out most of the night from so much fun they had , will definitely be going again!Crystal K.
Crystal K.
August 2023
I loved how much my dogs enjoyed the pond and playing a lot , went on plenty of sniffing adventures , very enclosed had chairs and water bowls- definitely wore themselves out - passed out most of the night from so much fun they had , will definitely be going again!
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55We took our two old dogs to check out this sniff spot. They had a blast! Neither of our old dogs are dog friendly, so we are so glad we found a place for them to roam around and enjoy themselves. The spot was easy to find and was everything they said it was. The owners were friendly and we will definitely be going back. Nick W.
Nick W.
August 2023
We took our two old dogs to check out this sniff spot. They had a blast! Neither of our old dogs are dog friendly, so we are so glad we found a place for them to roam around and enjoy themselves. The spot was easy to find and was everything they said it was. The owners were friendly and we will definitely be going back.
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55My pups had a great time playing, swimming and sniffing around. The hosts were great communicators- letting me know to watch out for debris, etc as it had rained a few hours before. Their place truly was a dog haven. We will definitely be back!Athena L.
Athena L.
September 2023
My pups had a great time playing, swimming and sniffing around. The hosts were great communicators- letting me know to watch out for debris, etc as it had rained a few hours before. Their place truly was a dog haven. We will definitely be back!
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55This was one of true best place to take my pups and friends for an adventurous time. The hosts were very accommodating. The main attraction for my all pups was the pond! There was plenty of run space and places to explore. A great time was had by all can’t wait to take everyone again! Scarlett-Nicole T.
Scarlett-Nicole T.
September 2023
This was one of true best place to take my pups and friends for an adventurous time. The hosts were very accommodating. The main attraction for my all pups was the pond! There was plenty of run space and places to explore. A great time was had by all can’t wait to take everyone again!
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55Such a fun Sniffspot! The host is so welcoming and very responsive to messages. The location was beautiful and clean. Our dogs loved exploring all over, especially wading in the pond. Will definitely visit again!Menghan Z.
Menghan Z.
October 2023
Such a fun Sniffspot! The host is so welcoming and very responsive to messages. The location was beautiful and clean. Our dogs loved exploring all over, especially wading in the pond. Will definitely visit again!
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55Awesome spot! My dogs had a great time exploring and swimming in the pond. They also loved watching the goats next door - so if your dog gets very excited by livestock, be aware! (The goats are the neighbors’ and are separated by a double fence quite a ways back from the property but they are visible so just a heads up.) The owners are incredibly nice, helpful and communicative.
We aren’t from the area but we’ll be back to this spot next time we’re in town!Sarah K.
Sarah K.
October 2023
Awesome spot! My dogs had a great time exploring and swimming in the pond. They also loved watching the goats next door - so if your dog gets very excited by livestock, be aware! (The goats are the neighbors’ and are separated by a double fence quite a ways back from the property but they are visible so just a heads up.) The owners are incredibly nice, helpful and communicative.
We aren’t from the area but we’ll be back to this spot next time we’re in town!
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55My dog really enjoyed visiting, and I would love to bring him again! I was glad I decided to not bring my second dog, who is fearful and noise phobic, though. We were able to hear gunshots in the distance, and there were areas on the property where she would have been hard to get to if she panicked and hid. Two details that might be good for others to know when planning are that the gate is opened/closed remotely, and there is not an "airlock" area that you can personally ensure remains locked. (I experienced no issues with it, just noting.) Also, my dog was able to see chickens and was only separated from them by a screen window. I have worked on his reactivity and hyper-arousal for about two years now, so I am happy to report no chickens were harmed or harassed. But if we had visited a year ago, he probably would have lost his mind and gone straight through the screen and into chicken wonderland. Overall, definitely an enriching and fulfilling visit for him, including his first dip into a pond! We will go again soon.Angela E.
Angela E.
October 2023
My dog really enjoyed visiting, and I would love to bring him again! I was glad I decided to not bring my second dog, who is fearful and noise phobic, though. We were able to hear gunshots in the distance, and there were areas on the property where she would have been hard to get to if she panicked and hid. Two details that might be good for others to know when planning are that the gate is opened/closed remotely, and there is not an "airlock" area that you can personally ensure remains locked. (I experienced no issues with it, just noting.) Also, my dog was able to see chickens and was only separated from them by a screen window. I have worked on his reactivity and hyper-arousal for about two years now, so I am happy to report no chickens were harmed or harassed. But if we had visited a year ago, he probably would have lost his mind and gone straight through the screen and into chicken wonderland. Overall, definitely an enriching and fulfilling visit for him, including his first dip into a pond! We will go again soon.
55Very nice house in a pretty neighborhood. The host was very quick to respond when I asked a question. The backyard had a lot of trees which worked great for shade and staying out of the sun. I have a 60 pound staffie with lots of energy, and we were glad there was enough space to throw his ball and frisbee. Obviously this is out of their control, but just want to caution to bring bug spray, as I got eaten alive by mosquitos.Krysten A.
Krysten A.
April 2023
Very nice house in a pretty neighborhood. The host was very quick to respond when I asked a question. The backyard had a lot of trees which worked great for shade and staying out of the sun. I have a 60 pound staffie with lots of energy, and we were glad there was enough space to throw his ball and frisbee. Obviously this is out of their control, but just want to caution to bring bug spray, as I got eaten alive by mosquitos.
55My dogs loved it! Spacious yard, pool was very nice and clean, chairs were nice. The plants/trees provided great shade so it didn’t get too hot. Make sure to take a water bowl for you pups but water hose is there. Only con was the busy street against the fence .. my lab would get distracted and bark at cars and runners. But overall great visit!! My pups LOVED swimming! Thank you! Victoria Q.
Victoria Q.
May 2023
My dogs loved it! Spacious yard, pool was very nice and clean, chairs were nice. The plants/trees provided great shade so it didn’t get too hot. Make sure to take a water bowl for you pups but water hose is there. Only con was the busy street against the fence .. my lab would get distracted and bark at cars and runners. But overall great visit!! My pups LOVED swimming! Thank you!
55Our dogs loved this space! Large running space with a pool for the pups to swim and play with each other. The access was easy and the instructions were straight forward. A great way to spend the morning! It was my dog’s birthday and he loves to swim, this spot made him so happy☺️Kira-Mary M.
Kira-Mary M.
November 2022
Our dogs loved this space! Large running space with a pool for the pups to swim and play with each other. The access was easy and the instructions were straight forward. A great way to spend the morning! It was my dog’s birthday and he loves to swim, this spot made him so happy☺️
55My dogs LOVED this yard. There was plenty of space to run around and a great big pool they could play in. So far my favorite place we’ve visited. Sarah M.
Sarah M.
November 2022
My dogs LOVED this yard. There was plenty of space to run around and a great big pool they could play in. So far my favorite place we’ve visited.
How do Shepherd'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 Shepherd 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 Shepherd 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 179 fully fenced dog parks in the area. If your dog is reactive to other dogs, you can visit one of our 18 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 179 fully fenced dog parks in or near Shepherd. Browse all fully enclosed options.
Where are good dog hiking trails near Shepherd?
The Shepherd area has 179 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 Flor's 1 Acre Partially Fenced Private Dog Park In Shepherd.
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