55We visited Joy's beautiful yard to have a mini photoshoot with my pups. The yard is well maintained, secure, and a gorgeous backdrop from the trees, plants, grassy area and patio furniture. Highly recommend and we will definitely be back in the spring when all the flowers are bloomed. Thank you, Joy! Inez C.
Inez C.
November 2023
We visited Joy's beautiful yard to have a mini photoshoot with my pups. The yard is well maintained, secure, and a gorgeous backdrop from the trees, plants, grassy area and patio furniture. Highly recommend and we will definitely be back in the spring when all the flowers are bloomed. Thank you, Joy!
55Joy’s private park was a great first experience using Sniffspot. Wonderfully curated and maintained yard, a considerate box full of water bottles, toys, and dog bags in case you forget to bring your own, and she even had sunscreen and hand sanitizer! My boy Maverick was so entertained and loved his visit. Thank you Joy! Gabrielle B.
Gabrielle B.
November 2023
Joy’s private park was a great first experience using Sniffspot. Wonderfully curated and maintained yard, a considerate box full of water bottles, toys, and dog bags in case you forget to bring your own, and she even had sunscreen and hand sanitizer! My boy Maverick was so entertained and loved his visit. Thank you Joy!
55This was our very first time using a sniff spot, and it was seamless. Definitely appreciated that there was a box full of everything we may have needed - cold water, toys, treats, poop bags, and even bug spray.
My dogs had a blast running around. The place is really spacious and secure. Will be back!Crystal S.
Crystal S.
November 2023
This was our very first time using a sniff spot, and it was seamless. Definitely appreciated that there was a box full of everything we may have needed - cold water, toys, treats, poop bags, and even bug spray.
My dogs had a blast running around. The place is really spacious and secure. Will be back!
55Joy’s backyard was spacious and beautifully laid out. My pups had so much fun exploring and playing with the variety of toys she provided. The complimentary water and other supplies were an equally nice touch! Definitely recommend! Michelle D.
Michelle D.
November 2023
Joy’s backyard was spacious and beautifully laid out. My pups had so much fun exploring and playing with the variety of toys she provided. The complimentary water and other supplies were an equally nice touch! Definitely recommend!
55This is the PERFECT Sniffspot! The host is super hospitable, the yard is super well-maintained, there's grass and soft dirt and so many things to sniff! My little guy did so much sniffing, rolled in the grass a little, had some Grade A zoomies, and finished it off with a roll in the dirt. Thank you so much, Joy! We'll definitely be back :)Olivia P.
Olivia P.
December 2023
This is the PERFECT Sniffspot! The host is super hospitable, the yard is super well-maintained, there's grass and soft dirt and so many things to sniff! My little guy did so much sniffing, rolled in the grass a little, had some Grade A zoomies, and finished it off with a roll in the dirt. Thank you so much, Joy! We'll definitely be back :)
55Great space for my big boys. They loved playing and sniffing! Enough space for them to run. We never quite make it the full hour… my dogs get tired!!
Susan A.
Susan A.
December 2023
Great space for my big boys. They loved playing and sniffing! Enough space for them to run. We never quite make it the full hour… my dogs get tired!!
55Beautiful little oasis! A perfect 30 minute break for the pup and I! She enjoyed playing ball in the grass, and Mom enjoyed that she wasn't playing in the dirt 😁Jennifer A.
Jennifer A.
December 2023
Beautiful little oasis! A perfect 30 minute break for the pup and I! She enjoyed playing ball in the grass, and Mom enjoyed that she wasn't playing in the dirt 😁
55This was my first time using Sniffspot and I picked a great place ! My dogs loved it and the host is great! She leaves you water and toys and yummy dog treats .Melina L.
Melina L.
January 2024
This was my first time using Sniffspot and I picked a great place ! My dogs loved it and the host is great! She leaves you water and toys and yummy dog treats .
55Joy’s place was great! Our pups were able to roam and play and loved the space. We have one very reactive pup and the yard was secure with no visibility of other dogs or people so he had a great time with no triggers or stress. Joy also provided plenty of toys and water. Highly recommend and we may come back again.Carol M.
Carol M.
January 2024
Joy’s place was great! Our pups were able to roam and play and loved the space. We have one very reactive pup and the yard was secure with no visibility of other dogs or people so he had a great time with no triggers or stress. Joy also provided plenty of toys and water. Highly recommend and we may come back again.
55I really appreciate Joy. This yard has provided me with time to breathe when the stress of a 100 lb dog in 350sq ft is completely overwhelming. When we come here we still are together yet have the room to be separate so BOTH of us can breathe. Thank you Joy and see you soon!Laurie Y.
Laurie Y.
January 2024
I really appreciate Joy. This yard has provided me with time to breathe when the stress of a 100 lb dog in 350sq ft is completely overwhelming. When we come here we still are together yet have the room to be separate so BOTH of us can breathe. Thank you Joy and see you soon!
55This was our 2nd time at this spot and Wiggles had a great time! It was so peaceful on a Saturday morning. He got in tons of sniffs and zoomiesOlivia P.
Olivia P.
January 2024
This was our 2nd time at this spot and Wiggles had a great time! It was so peaceful on a Saturday morning. He got in tons of sniffs and zoomies
55Wonderful spot! So much space for our pups to run around and play fetch. Joy provided chilled water bottles and lots of goodies for the pups. Thank you so much for sharing your space, we can’t wait to return! Ali P.
Ali P.
January 2024
Wonderful spot! So much space for our pups to run around and play fetch. Joy provided chilled water bottles and lots of goodies for the pups. Thank you so much for sharing your space, we can’t wait to return!
55We had a super rainy visit, however, that didn’t stop my dog lilo from doing crazy zoomies! Was a great yard, clean, and definitely will be back! Sabrina D.
Sabrina D.
January 2024
We had a super rainy visit, however, that didn’t stop my dog lilo from doing crazy zoomies! Was a great yard, clean, and definitely will be back!
How do Lakeside's private small 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 Lakeside small dog parks
Are small 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 are 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 park users so you can find the perfect place for you and your dog. 93% of reviews on Sniffspot visits are 5 stars.
How can I find small dog parks in Lakeside?
There are 92 small dog parks in the Lakeside area. The most popular small dog park is . You can browse all of our small dog parks here.
How do I know if a small dog park works for my dog?
Start by applying basic filters, such as fencing and distractions, to find a dog park that works for your furry friends. If your dog doesn't respond to owner commands, you can visit one of our enclosed dog park areas. If your dog is reactive to other dogs, you can visit one of our small dog park sites where there are no dogs audible or visible nearby. You can see any park amenities provided, including a park bench, water for dogs or water features such as kiddie pool or water hose. If your dog loves water, you can go to a park with water features, but if they don't love water, you can avoid them. We also recommend reading reviews to check for park maintenance issues and reaching out to the host with any questions. And lastly, of course, check park hours. Many of our parks are open from dawn until dusk.
What are the requirements to bring my dog to a Sniffspot park?
We require that all dogs have basic vaccinations or equivalent titers. We do not allow dogs with a bite history. We require that owners sign our waiver and agree to follow our safety rules. We also require that pet owners follow safety protocols around water features.
Will there be other dogs at the Sniffspot 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.
If you are planning an amazing small dog park party, each Sniffspot park has their own rules regarding special events. Many parks allow doggie birthday parties, training, water parties and other event types. Event organizers need to be responsible for their guests and event organizers should coordinate with the host regarding their fun party. Make sure the park has amenities you need for your party, such as a park with lots of picnic tables with park benches.
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