55Always such a pleasure coming here. My pup loves it so much. There’s so much land for him run and feel free! As always, we will be back :) Madeline W.
Madeline W.
April 2024
Always such a pleasure coming here. My pup loves it so much. There’s so much land for him run and feel free! As always, we will be back :)
55My crew had a great time at LK's farm. Despite it being a wet, blustery kind of day, they thoroughly enjoyed all the sniffs and stretching their legs in the fields. I had been a bit worried before coming because the land is unfenced but it is such a big space that it was a non-issue. And shout out to Bridget's brother who rescued me with a tractor after I got stuck in some mud!Anne V.
Anne V.
April 2024
My crew had a great time at LK's farm. Despite it being a wet, blustery kind of day, they thoroughly enjoyed all the sniffs and stretching their legs in the fields. I had been a bit worried before coming because the land is unfenced but it is such a big space that it was a non-issue. And shout out to Bridget's brother who rescued me with a tractor after I got stuck in some mud!
55Had a great time, the dogs love it here so much. Bridget was super thoughtful to change parking to the yard for the day, due to the rain/mud, so that no one gets stuck. 10/10.Shona F.
Shona F.
April 2024
Had a great time, the dogs love it here so much. Bridget was super thoughtful to change parking to the yard for the day, due to the rain/mud, so that no one gets stuck. 10/10.
55The communication with host Bridget was awesome, my human baby had a good close look at the cows, and my fur baby really enjoyed her sniffing and her new treats!Li Y.
Li Y.
April 2024
The communication with host Bridget was awesome, my human baby had a good close look at the cows, and my fur baby really enjoyed her sniffing and her new treats!
55Great spot for our dogs to sniff and run! They all needed baths after but totally expect during this spring season.
Big huge fields and areas to bounce from one side to the other. What added to my plus were the cows, goats and chickens ❤️Steffanye R.
Steffanye R.
April 2024
Great spot for our dogs to sniff and run! They all needed baths after but totally expect during this spring season.
Big huge fields and areas to bounce from one side to the other. What added to my plus were the cows, goats and chickens ❤️
55Truly one of our favourite spots so far. There’s so much space and so many different terrain for dogs to explore. Bridget does a great job at communicating and anticipating needs (due to the rain she changed the location for parking). Everything is neatly marked.
Hopefully next time I can locate the pond! It was way too wet for me to head into the woods to find it. I can’t wait to go back. I was there for 2.5 ish hours and I could easily spend a whole day there and explore all sorts of nooks and crannies.Stephanie F.
Stephanie F.
April 2024
Truly one of our favourite spots so far. There’s so much space and so many different terrain for dogs to explore. Bridget does a great job at communicating and anticipating needs (due to the rain she changed the location for parking). Everything is neatly marked.
Hopefully next time I can locate the pond! It was way too wet for me to head into the woods to find it. I can’t wait to go back. I was there for 2.5 ish hours and I could easily spend a whole day there and explore all sorts of nooks and crannies.
55This spot was so beautiful! Totally worth the 30 minute drive to be able to let my dog off leash and explore. So much space to run and I loved the peace of mind that we wouldn’t run into another dog!Ashley K.
Ashley K.
April 2024
This spot was so beautiful! Totally worth the 30 minute drive to be able to let my dog off leash and explore. So much space to run and I loved the peace of mind that we wouldn’t run into another dog!
55This place is the lovelivest and I had a great time with my dog there. This place is so close to the city and perfect for dogs like mine that need to run and explore and play but are still working to build confidence with other dogs. My only regret is not visiting sooner. Laura G.
Laura G.
April 2024
This place is the lovelivest and I had a great time with my dog there. This place is so close to the city and perfect for dogs like mine that need to run and explore and play but are still working to build confidence with other dogs. My only regret is not visiting sooner.
55Huge property for our pup to run around and explore! Host is very nice and has great communication. Seeing the cows from afar was a big plus (by the entrance, not located near the actual area). FYI, the host sells their own liver treats and our pup absolutely loves them.
Thanks again, we hope to visit soon! Kelly I.
Kelly I.
April 2024
Huge property for our pup to run around and explore! Host is very nice and has great communication. Seeing the cows from afar was a big plus (by the entrance, not located near the actual area). FYI, the host sells their own liver treats and our pup absolutely loves them.
Thanks again, we hope to visit soon!
55Morty had SO much fun running around in the mud! The host was so helpful and responsive, Mortys reactive with dogs so she was super helpful making sure her pups were inside while we were there. Can’t wait to go back!Sarah H.
Sarah H.
May 2024
Morty had SO much fun running around in the mud! The host was so helpful and responsive, Mortys reactive with dogs so she was super helpful making sure her pups were inside while we were there. Can’t wait to go back!
55We had a great time, the spot is very organized with signs posted to guide you. The dogs and livestock were far enough away from the trail that they were not sn issue. Will definitely return.Valeria M.
Valeria M.
May 2024
We had a great time, the spot is very organized with signs posted to guide you. The dogs and livestock were far enough away from the trail that they were not sn issue. Will definitely return.
55Beautiful trail and vast open spaces for the dogs to play! A bit muddy but not nearly as bad as I thought for this time of year. Cooper was thrilled with the stick library. Will be returning!Brittany D.
Brittany D.
May 2024
Beautiful trail and vast open spaces for the dogs to play! A bit muddy but not nearly as bad as I thought for this time of year. Cooper was thrilled with the stick library. Will be returning!
55The dogs had so much fun running through the fields and smelling all the pine cones and scents along the trail. Beautiful and peaceful spot.
Natasha B.
Natasha B.
May 2024
The dogs had so much fun running through the fields and smelling all the pine cones and scents along the trail. Beautiful and peaceful spot.
55Very beautiful with lots to explore! Very clear signs to direct you to the spot. The dogs came home smelling very farm-y as expected but it was well worth the baths :)Elizabeth M.
Elizabeth M.
May 2024
Very beautiful with lots to explore! Very clear signs to direct you to the spot. The dogs came home smelling very farm-y as expected but it was well worth the baths :)
55We had such an amazing time here! Our 3 dogs are all super active, energetic dogs, and they were exhausted! There is so much space to run in 4 different big areas, so they never got bored. It's very quiet, and it feels like we were the only ones for miles. We had our dogs on long leashes, but let them go (just in case so we could step on the leash if need be). There were areas where the grass was very tall, but they pranced through it anyways. I would 100% recommend it to anyone! 2 of our dogs can be anxious, but they were comfortable the entire time. It was great to see them let loose and just enjoy running in such a beautiful spaceAlison R.
Alison R.
May 2024
We had such an amazing time here! Our 3 dogs are all super active, energetic dogs, and they were exhausted! There is so much space to run in 4 different big areas, so they never got bored. It's very quiet, and it feels like we were the only ones for miles. We had our dogs on long leashes, but let them go (just in case so we could step on the leash if need be). There were areas where the grass was very tall, but they pranced through it anyways. I would 100% recommend it to anyone! 2 of our dogs can be anxious, but they were comfortable the entire time. It was great to see them let loose and just enjoy running in such a beautiful space
55Enjoyed a walk around the fields with my Malinois mix and his Aussie-Golden bff. Lots of sniffs, runs, dips in the pond and creek, ... All with a lot of freedom!
Highly recommend this spot. There's even a box with poop bags and bug spray and garbages by the parking spot and at the end of the main path! Emilie V.
Emilie V.
June 2024
Enjoyed a walk around the fields with my Malinois mix and his Aussie-Golden bff. Lots of sniffs, runs, dips in the pond and creek, ... All with a lot of freedom!
Highly recommend this spot. There's even a box with poop bags and bug spray and garbages by the parking spot and at the end of the main path!
55AN OASIS FOR ALL DOGS!!!
I brought my 12 year old little best friend Armani to Bridget’s property and not only had an amazing time, but I was able to make some really great memories with him.
My dog absolutely LOVED running free and sniffing around the property, enjoying his treats while laying in the grass, the smile of his face was priceless. The hour flew by, next time I would book even longer! Letting him run outside freely was something i’ve never been able to comfortably do without worry anywhere else as we have no yard at home.
When he came home he was pooped, he slept like a rock 🤣 I can’t wait to bring more dogs here including my own again so that they can immerse themselves in nature. There’s nothing more mentally enriching for dogs than this.
AND pro tip, be sure to grab some eggs that the host offers, they also have amazing dog treats too which I will absolutely stock up on next visit. I was able to purchase some duck eggs which were fantastic and very fresh, will even to add some to my dogs meals for him to try :) Tara V.
Tara V.
June 2024
AN OASIS FOR ALL DOGS!!!
I brought my 12 year old little best friend Armani to Bridget’s property and not only had an amazing time, but I was able to make some really great memories with him.
My dog absolutely LOVED running free and sniffing around the property, enjoying his treats while laying in the grass, the smile of his face was priceless. The hour flew by, next time I would book even longer! Letting him run outside freely was something i’ve never been able to comfortably do without worry anywhere else as we have no yard at home.
When he came home he was pooped, he slept like a rock 🤣 I can’t wait to bring more dogs here including my own again so that they can immerse themselves in nature. There’s nothing more mentally enriching for dogs than this.
AND pro tip, be sure to grab some eggs that the host offers, they also have amazing dog treats too which I will absolutely stock up on next visit. I was able to purchase some duck eggs which were fantastic and very fresh, will even to add some to my dogs meals for him to try :)
55Second visit and we discovered new paths for our Mal mix and Chi-Terrier to run in, dip in the creeks, and even venture in the woods!
We also took advantage of the opportunity and got a dozen farm fresh eggs! I look forward to breakfast tomorrow!! Emilie V.
Emilie V.
June 2024
Second visit and we discovered new paths for our Mal mix and Chi-Terrier to run in, dip in the creeks, and even venture in the woods!
We also took advantage of the opportunity and got a dozen farm fresh eggs! I look forward to breakfast tomorrow!!
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