55My dog absolutely loved Jennifer’s Sniffspot! The space was just the right size for him to sniff around, run freely, and play fetch to his heart’s content. He had so much fun exploring every corner and didn’t want to leave. It felt safe, peaceful, and perfect for some off-leash playtime. We’ll definitely be coming back!
YOSR B.
YOSR B.
June 2025
My dog absolutely loved Jennifer’s Sniffspot! The space was just the right size for him to sniff around, run freely, and play fetch to his heart’s content. He had so much fun exploring every corner and didn’t want to leave. It felt safe, peaceful, and perfect for some off-leash playtime. We’ll definitely be coming back!
55Cute little backyard spot! Some seating and shade as well. Beautiful trees too! There is a super small gap between the ground and the fence at the entrance which could be a problem if you have a very small escape artist dog. Oliver D.
Oliver D.
February 2025
Cute little backyard spot! Some seating and shade as well. Beautiful trees too! There is a super small gap between the ground and the fence at the entrance which could be a problem if you have a very small escape artist dog.
55This was a last minute booking but I’m happy it worked out! The yard is medium sized but my dogs enjoyed playing. The host provided clear instructions and had no issues. Will definitely book again. Sonia G.
Sonia G.
February 2025
This was a last minute booking but I’m happy it worked out! The yard is medium sized but my dogs enjoyed playing. The host provided clear instructions and had no issues. Will definitely book again.
55Medium sized yard with plenty of room for zoomies. I have two 70lb+ dogs who enjoyed running laps and sniffing.
Many amenities, I always bring my own bowl and water but ran out quickly so the hose being available for a refill was nice!
Fence was secure.
No other animals in sight.
Throughout instructions on how to navigate the space. Michalla M.
Michalla M.
December 2024
Medium sized yard with plenty of room for zoomies. I have two 70lb+ dogs who enjoyed running laps and sniffing.
Many amenities, I always bring my own bowl and water but ran out quickly so the hose being available for a refill was nice!
Fence was secure.
No other animals in sight.
Throughout instructions on how to navigate the space.
55Quiet yard with clear instructions for access, my dog reactive guy was at ease and loved smelling all of the smells (and snorting down a very exciting gopher hole). Natalie S.
Natalie S.
November 2024
Quiet yard with clear instructions for access, my dog reactive guy was at ease and loved smelling all of the smells (and snorting down a very exciting gopher hole).
55My dog had so much fun! Fully fenced, easy street parking, tennis balls ($3 each) available. Nice added touch of sunscreen and hand sanitizer. Thanks for a fun afternoon! Jeanette S.
Jeanette S.
October 2024
My dog had so much fun! Fully fenced, easy street parking, tennis balls ($3 each) available. Nice added touch of sunscreen and hand sanitizer. Thanks for a fun afternoon!
55Great spot! The yard was secure and we did not hear other dogs or humans. Jennifer’s entry instructions were super clear and the house and yard were easy to find. Christina S.
Christina S.
September 2024
Great spot! The yard was secure and we did not hear other dogs or humans. Jennifer’s entry instructions were super clear and the house and yard were easy to find.
55We had a delightful visit! The spot was easy to find and securely fenced, with a pleasant mix of sun and shade for a warm afternoon. Hazel enjoyed sniffing around and playing a little fetch, and we appreciated the folding chairs to keep an eye on her zoomies. There was a perfect amount of space for our nervous yet exuberant pup to explore. We would love to visit again and maybe try out the agility equipment.Ciara T.
Ciara T.
September 2024
We had a delightful visit! The spot was easy to find and securely fenced, with a pleasant mix of sun and shade for a warm afternoon. Hazel enjoyed sniffing around and playing a little fetch, and we appreciated the folding chairs to keep an eye on her zoomies. There was a perfect amount of space for our nervous yet exuberant pup to explore. We would love to visit again and maybe try out the agility equipment.
55Awesome place and host was so responsive !!! My pup loved trying out the agility course and I loved being able to relax without worrying about off leash dogs running up on us :)) Stephany L.
Stephany L.
August 2024
Awesome place and host was so responsive !!! My pup loved trying out the agility course and I loved being able to relax without worrying about off leash dogs running up on us :))
55Great fully fenced yard with thoughtful supplies. Our pup Shelly had plenty of space for zoomies and enjoyed relaxing under the tree afterward. Reese H.
Reese H.
August 2024
Great fully fenced yard with thoughtful supplies. Our pup Shelly had plenty of space for zoomies and enjoyed relaxing under the tree afterward.
55Our dog loved this spot! He had a lot of fun and enjoyed playing. It wasn’t too big and we were able to go early enough that it wasn’t too hot.Khayla S.
Khayla S.
August 2024
Our dog loved this spot! He had a lot of fun and enjoyed playing. It wasn’t too big and we were able to go early enough that it wasn’t too hot.
55A great place for dogs that might be unsure/building confidence to explore and learn to sniff around on their own! Big enough to run after a ball, sniff, lay in the shade under the trees, or practice cue training. Easy parking out front and fence high enough that you can't see over it. Fences are secure. Sunscreen provided was a nice addition- thank you!! We would book again :)Rachel C.
Rachel C.
July 2024
A great place for dogs that might be unsure/building confidence to explore and learn to sniff around on their own! Big enough to run after a ball, sniff, lay in the shade under the trees, or practice cue training. Easy parking out front and fence high enough that you can't see over it. Fences are secure. Sunscreen provided was a nice addition- thank you!! We would book again :)
55Great spot that checked all the boxes for us. No foxtails, easy parking, nice neighborhood, good yard for throwing a ball with not a lot of different levels or large obstacles. We'll be back!S Laakea L.
S Laakea L.
July 2024
Great spot that checked all the boxes for us. No foxtails, easy parking, nice neighborhood, good yard for throwing a ball with not a lot of different levels or large obstacles. We'll be back!
55This was my first sniffspot experience and it was perfect. Communication and directions were super clear. The yard was great. Enough space for my puppy to run around, sniff out some spots and chase a few birds. He immediately fell asleep afterwards. Definitely would visit again.Alexa L.
Alexa L.
July 2024
This was my first sniffspot experience and it was perfect. Communication and directions were super clear. The yard was great. Enough space for my puppy to run around, sniff out some spots and chase a few birds. He immediately fell asleep afterwards. Definitely would visit again.
55It's so great to have a Sniffspot in El Cerrito! This new Sniffspot is already good and is clearly on its way up. The space is a reasonably sized backyard with good fencing and plenty of street parking. There is a lot of shade, various plants to sniff, and space to frolic around. The host is adding features and amenities; already there is a cooling-mist water feature, water and doggy bags, and some toys. Elyse E.
Elyse E.
July 2024
It's so great to have a Sniffspot in El Cerrito! This new Sniffspot is already good and is clearly on its way up. The space is a reasonably sized backyard with good fencing and plenty of street parking. There is a lot of shade, various plants to sniff, and space to frolic around. The host is adding features and amenities; already there is a cooling-mist water feature, water and doggy bags, and some toys.
55This review is a little late but definitely well deserved. Jennifer is an awesome host who provides very clear instructions. Her space was clean and fairly priced. Our adopted dog had a blast exploring her yard and playing a really good game of fetch without having the distractions of other dogs. Great space and hope to come back again in the future! Marie S.
Marie S.
July 2024
This review is a little late but definitely well deserved. Jennifer is an awesome host who provides very clear instructions. Her space was clean and fairly priced. Our adopted dog had a blast exploring her yard and playing a really good game of fetch without having the distractions of other dogs. Great space and hope to come back again in the future!
55I can’t recommend this backyard enough! My 3 furry daughters had a blast here. We were able to play fetch, and also play hide and seek with them! My girls also loved looking for gophers! Will definitely come back! Jimena D.
Jimena D.
June 2024
I can’t recommend this backyard enough! My 3 furry daughters had a blast here. We were able to play fetch, and also play hide and seek with them! My girls also loved looking for gophers! Will definitely come back!
Taste of the countryside! Ultra dog friendly, tons of space! Proceeds benefit dog rescue ❤️ | Sniffspot
55Our dogs had a wonderful time in this beautiful space! There are lots of little areas (with seating) to explore and lots of room to run and chase. The garden and views are really pretty for the humans to enjoy. We definitely will be back! Suzanne W.
Suzanne W.
November 2022
Our dogs had a wonderful time in this beautiful space! There are lots of little areas (with seating) to explore and lots of room to run and chase. The garden and views are really pretty for the humans to enjoy. We definitely will be back!
Taste of the countryside! Ultra dog friendly, tons of space! Proceeds benefit dog rescue ❤️ | Sniffspot
55We enjoyed a super fun visit to this magnificent garden! My dog appreciated the toys and water. The host was kind and communicated clear directions. Thank you! Monica L.
Monica L.
November 2022
We enjoyed a super fun visit to this magnificent garden! My dog appreciated the toys and water. The host was kind and communicated clear directions. Thank you!
How do El Cerrito'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 El Cerrito 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. 1% of reviews on Sniffspot visits in the El Cerrito 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 241 fully fenced dog parks in the area. If your dog is reactive to other dogs, you can visit one of our 359 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.
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