Michele's Private Dog Park In Charlottesville- There are 17 farm fields within the farm so you must call us before visit for your assigned vacant pasture. | Sniffspot
What people say about fully fenced dog parks around Charlottesville, Virginia
Michele's Private Dog Park In Charlottesville- There are 17 farm fields within the farm so you must call us before visit for your assigned vacant pasture. | Sniffspot
55This was such an awesome experience. This was our first time using the app so we were a bit lost at how things worked. Michele was so patient and just guided us right along to where we were supposed to go! My dog LOVED it, definitely will be back! Maya B.
Maya B.
April 2024
This was such an awesome experience. This was our first time using the app so we were a bit lost at how things worked. Michele was so patient and just guided us right along to where we were supposed to go! My dog LOVED it, definitely will be back!
Michele's Private Dog Park In Charlottesville- There are 17 farm fields within the farm so you must call us before visit for your assigned vacant pasture. | Sniffspot
55Such a fun place for a dog to run. There are sheep and goats and cows and mules in nearby pastures, providing dog with top notch smelling opportunities. A perfect sniff spot for sure! PS We saw lots of bluebirds—I suspect these pastures would be equally enchanting for birdwatchers. Danielle F.
Danielle F.
April 2024
Such a fun place for a dog to run. There are sheep and goats and cows and mules in nearby pastures, providing dog with top notch smelling opportunities. A perfect sniff spot for sure! PS We saw lots of bluebirds—I suspect these pastures would be equally enchanting for birdwatchers.
Michele's Private Dog Park In Charlottesville- There are 17 farm fields within the farm so you must call us before visit for your assigned vacant pasture. | Sniffspot
55We absolutely looooved being able to spend the afternoon at Michele's property. The directions were straight forward and easy to follow and we had so much space to run around around sniff around. Will absolutely coming back again. Makenzie F.
Makenzie F.
April 2024
We absolutely looooved being able to spend the afternoon at Michele's property. The directions were straight forward and easy to follow and we had so much space to run around around sniff around. Will absolutely coming back again.
Michele's Private Dog Park In Charlottesville- There are 17 farm fields within the farm so you must call us before visit for your assigned vacant pasture. | Sniffspot
55This is an amazing place for Louie to run with his friends! Great place for humans to enjoy the view. Michele is great to work with and always responsive! You won't regret the experienceBarbara R.
Barbara R.
April 2024
This is an amazing place for Louie to run with his friends! Great place for humans to enjoy the view. Michele is great to work with and always responsive! You won't regret the experience
Michele's Private Dog Park In Charlottesville- There are 17 farm fields within the farm so you must call us before visit for your assigned vacant pasture. | Sniffspot
55It was fabulous! The adjacent pastures were empty during my visit. A plus as my dog is reactionary. My pup really enjoyed her visit. It was a large space with a lot to sniff, some shade too. Will be returning soon!Ed M.
Ed M.
April 2024
It was fabulous! The adjacent pastures were empty during my visit. A plus as my dog is reactionary. My pup really enjoyed her visit. It was a large space with a lot to sniff, some shade too. Will be returning soon!
Michele's Private Dog Park In Charlottesville- There are 17 farm fields within the farm so you must call us before visit for your assigned vacant pasture. | Sniffspot
55Ruby had so much fun and I had a relaxing, worry-free walk with her. We played lots of ball and she got wetted down at the trough where she quenched her thirst. It was beautiful with some shady areas and lots and LOTS of running space. There was even a trash can for users convenience. Super friendly host! Our visit today was so quiet and peaceful and fun. We will book here regularly I’m sure. Barbara H.
Barbara H.
April 2024
Ruby had so much fun and I had a relaxing, worry-free walk with her. We played lots of ball and she got wetted down at the trough where she quenched her thirst. It was beautiful with some shady areas and lots and LOTS of running space. There was even a trash can for users convenience. Super friendly host! Our visit today was so quiet and peaceful and fun. We will book here regularly I’m sure.
Michele's Private Dog Park In Charlottesville- There are 17 farm fields within the farm so you must call us before visit for your assigned vacant pasture. | Sniffspot
55This is one of the easiest sniffspots to find which is such a relief! The signage and hosts instructions were perfect and very easy to follow! We were in Ewetopia and it’s a massive pasture with some hills and tall grass to run through, roll in, and sniff! There are some trees that offer shade in some spots and there is a water trough so the dogs have plenty of access to drinkable water. I’d still come on a day where it’s a bit cooler if your dog is sensitive to heat or isn’t a water bug who will put themselves in the trough. The trough is big enough for one of my 60 pound dogs to lay in. She did slip some, but didn’t mind and camped out there for awhile. :) When you book, make sure to call ahead of time to ask and see which spots would be available. It seems like some of the areas may have different features so you can book and see what you and your dog would like best! All in all, it’s a super awesome spot and I’m hoping to return to explore some more :)Katie S.
Katie S.
May 2024
This is one of the easiest sniffspots to find which is such a relief! The signage and hosts instructions were perfect and very easy to follow! We were in Ewetopia and it’s a massive pasture with some hills and tall grass to run through, roll in, and sniff! There are some trees that offer shade in some spots and there is a water trough so the dogs have plenty of access to drinkable water. I’d still come on a day where it’s a bit cooler if your dog is sensitive to heat or isn’t a water bug who will put themselves in the trough. The trough is big enough for one of my 60 pound dogs to lay in. She did slip some, but didn’t mind and camped out there for awhile. :) When you book, make sure to call ahead of time to ask and see which spots would be available. It seems like some of the areas may have different features so you can book and see what you and your dog would like best! All in all, it’s a super awesome spot and I’m hoping to return to explore some more :)
Michele's Private Dog Park In Charlottesville- There are 17 farm fields within the farm so you must call us before visit for your assigned vacant pasture. | Sniffspot
55First, let me say how thrilled I am to have a local sniffspot. Most in our area are a bit remote for us. This yard is very nice for our area. There are many areas of interest to keep the sniffing pups entertained. There is cover if needed and a nice table under a tree. There is plenty of shade and open areas to run and play. We did see hosts and dogs arriving home but their dogs never barked or seemed to notice us. The yard is secure. There is one small area under the back gate that an extremely small crafty dog might try to use but nothing that was concerning for my medium dogs. My dogs were obsessed trying to get to the top deck, but I noticed the host had placed a gate at the top, which is helpful. Overall, my favorite spot so far. We’ll visit again soon.Denise F.
Denise F.
August 2022
First, let me say how thrilled I am to have a local sniffspot. Most in our area are a bit remote for us. This yard is very nice for our area. There are many areas of interest to keep the sniffing pups entertained. There is cover if needed and a nice table under a tree. There is plenty of shade and open areas to run and play. We did see hosts and dogs arriving home but their dogs never barked or seemed to notice us. The yard is secure. There is one small area under the back gate that an extremely small crafty dog might try to use but nothing that was concerning for my medium dogs. My dogs were obsessed trying to get to the top deck, but I noticed the host had placed a gate at the top, which is helpful. Overall, my favorite spot so far. We’ll visit again soon.
Loren's 0.5 Acre Fully Fenced Private Dog Park In Charlottesville | Sniffspot
55Great spot, lots to explore and sniff. My dog was interested in trying to get on the deck but there were gates to block it. Fence was secure even for my small dog. Christine H.
Christine H.
September 2022
Great spot, lots to explore and sniff. My dog was interested in trying to get on the deck but there were gates to block it. Fence was secure even for my small dog.
Loren's 0.5 Acre Fully Fenced Private Dog Park In Charlottesville | Sniffspot
55This was a great yard for our new puppy and two greyhounds to play in. The greyhounds are a bit older and pretty lazy but they all got to zooming around Loren’s yard. We were there after a storm so it was a bit breezy and the wind blew the gate at the top of the stairs down a couple times, but we just used the plastic chairs to keep the dogs from going up on the deck. Lauren N.
Lauren N.
September 2022
This was a great yard for our new puppy and two greyhounds to play in. The greyhounds are a bit older and pretty lazy but they all got to zooming around Loren’s yard. We were there after a storm so it was a bit breezy and the wind blew the gate at the top of the stairs down a couple times, but we just used the plastic chairs to keep the dogs from going up on the deck.
Loren's 0.5 Acre Fully Fenced Private Dog Park In Charlottesville | Sniffspot
55Amazing back yard the owner is so nice and accommodating.
The back yard had water and toys ready and it was huge perfect for my husky to run and play fetch.Valerie L.
Valerie L.
September 2022
Amazing back yard the owner is so nice and accommodating.
The back yard had water and toys ready and it was huge perfect for my husky to run and play fetch.
Loren's 0.5 Acre Fully Fenced Private Dog Park In Charlottesville | Sniffspot
55My dog had SO much fun running around this huge yard. I was meticulous in our selection of our first Sniffspot because my dog is a hound and will try to escape an enclosure if she catches a scent. She scouted every corner of the yard for a way out, but thankfully found none. The yard is incredibly secure. I live in an apartment complex and there aren’t many areas where she can safely run around off leash, so I’m excited to have found this perfect spot. We’ll certainly be back!Taylor M.
Taylor M.
September 2022
My dog had SO much fun running around this huge yard. I was meticulous in our selection of our first Sniffspot because my dog is a hound and will try to escape an enclosure if she catches a scent. She scouted every corner of the yard for a way out, but thankfully found none. The yard is incredibly secure. I live in an apartment complex and there aren’t many areas where she can safely run around off leash, so I’m excited to have found this perfect spot. We’ll certainly be back!
Loren's 0.5 Acre Fully Fenced Private Dog Park In Charlottesville | Sniffspot
55Absolutely a great place to bring your dog if any size, energy level, and/or reactivity! This was our first sniff spot experience and we will definitely be going back! Plenty of room for my dog/reactive german shepherd to run around, be chased, and burn off some energy! We didn’t hear or see the owners dogs at all and the neighborhood was quiet and peaceful. The yard was extremely secure with latching gates and tall privacy fence. There were toys laid out and ready to go for my dog. Poop bags and trash bin were also provided in an east location. Plenty of places to sit and hang out for the humans as well. An overall great experience. Highly recommend especially if your dog is dog reactive. Mara B.
Mara B.
October 2022
Absolutely a great place to bring your dog if any size, energy level, and/or reactivity! This was our first sniff spot experience and we will definitely be going back! Plenty of room for my dog/reactive german shepherd to run around, be chased, and burn off some energy! We didn’t hear or see the owners dogs at all and the neighborhood was quiet and peaceful. The yard was extremely secure with latching gates and tall privacy fence. There were toys laid out and ready to go for my dog. Poop bags and trash bin were also provided in an east location. Plenty of places to sit and hang out for the humans as well. An overall great experience. Highly recommend especially if your dog is dog reactive.
Loren's 0.5 Acre Fully Fenced Private Dog Park In Charlottesville | Sniffspot
55Fence was very secure (my dog has a history of jumping 4ft fences) and the 6ft fences were great. Very nice seating area for you to hang out and watch your dogs. I will absolutely come back. Emily O.
Emily O.
November 2022
Fence was very secure (my dog has a history of jumping 4ft fences) and the 6ft fences were great. Very nice seating area for you to hang out and watch your dogs. I will absolutely come back.
Loren's 0.5 Acre Fully Fenced Private Dog Park In Charlottesville | Sniffspot
55Such a great spot! My reactive pitbull was so happy to run around and i was comfortable knowing she was safely inside the gate. I watched her try and fail to find a way out! There were some audible dogs and other animals to be aware of if your dog reacts to that, but nothing visible. Madeline R.
Madeline R.
November 2022
Such a great spot! My reactive pitbull was so happy to run around and i was comfortable knowing she was safely inside the gate. I watched her try and fail to find a way out! There were some audible dogs and other animals to be aware of if your dog reacts to that, but nothing visible.
Loren's 0.5 Acre Fully Fenced Private Dog Park In Charlottesville | Sniffspot
55Great big backyard, the fence is very high and totally secure. My dog is dog reactive so It’s very hard to find a place for him to run freely. He had a great time getting to play here :) Juhi D.
Juhi D.
December 2022
Great big backyard, the fence is very high and totally secure. My dog is dog reactive so It’s very hard to find a place for him to run freely. He had a great time getting to play here :)
Loren's 0.5 Acre Fully Fenced Private Dog Park In Charlottesville | Sniffspot
55Fence and access were great. Lawn was spacious with landscaping that let us play hide and seek games with the dogs. Some stuffy toys around, which the pups enjoyed. The resident dogs did discover us and barked from the top floor of the house. Once our dogs got over the initial surprise of that, it was fine since they couldn’t see them (a very vocal pooch (husky mix?) who was really quite funny was the main culprit). Enjoyed our time and will book if we visit town with the pooches again. Kristen E.
Kristen E.
December 2022
Fence and access were great. Lawn was spacious with landscaping that let us play hide and seek games with the dogs. Some stuffy toys around, which the pups enjoyed. The resident dogs did discover us and barked from the top floor of the house. Once our dogs got over the initial surprise of that, it was fine since they couldn’t see them (a very vocal pooch (husky mix?) who was really quite funny was the main culprit). Enjoyed our time and will book if we visit town with the pooches again.
How do Charlottesville's private fully fenced 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 Charlottesville fully fenced dog parks
Are fully fenced dog parks safe?
While public dog parks have a number of safety issues, such as aggressive dogs, inattentive owners, disease transmission and general cleanliness, Sniffspot dog parks are much safer than public dog parks. Human and animal safety is our #1 focus. Without a private option, many dog owners are relegated to using athletic fields or tennis courts for their dogs, which are not private or safe. 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. 93% of reviews on Sniffspot visits are 5 stars. And with fully fenced Sniffspot parks, you can get the safety of a fenced-in space for dogs, while still having plenty of space to run.
How can I find fully fenced dog parks in Charlottesville?
There are 38 fully fenced dog parks in the Charlottesville area. The most popular fully fenced park is . You can browse all of our fully fenced dog parks here.
How do I know if a fully fenced dog park works for my dog?
Many people looking for fully fenced parks have dogs that are not good with voice control. Start by applying basic filters, such as fences height and distractions, to find a dog park that works for your dog. You can see attributes of fences such as height, gaps and fencing type to find the perfect fenced-in space for dogs. You can filter by size to make sure you have plenty of space, or a smaller space if you prefer a neighborhood park. You can browse on a map by park location to find one in your city or near your city. If your dog is reactive to other dogs, you can visit one of our off-leash areas where there are no dogs audible or visible near the space. Make sure to review the amenities of the spot to check features you want for your activity, such as fresh water, trail features such as soft trails or walking trails, or even water fountains. If you prefer wood chips, many of our parks have wood chips or indoor space if you prefer a beautiful park building.
What are the requirements to bring my dog to a Sniffspot fully fenced dog park?
We require that all dogs have basic vaccinations or equivalent titers. We do not permit use by pregnant dogs and we do not permit dogs with a bite history. We require that guests sign our waiver and agree to follow our safety rules, such as staying within the designated off-leash areas. Each park location also has their own set of rules that guests need to follow, such as limiting excessive barking.
Will there be other dogs at the Sniffspot fully fenced dog park at the same time as me?
Sniffspot only allows one booking at a time and any host dogs are required to be kept away from the spot during visits. We also enforce 30 min time buffers between bookings.
How much do Sniffspot fully fenced dog parks cost?
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