55Ideally located for Petalumans. Very large and scenic. I’ll have to return after my new-to-me rescue dog has more training with a better recall. He loved running about, but we were premature in bringing him to such a nice spot before he would come back to us when it was time to leave. We’ll be return after we’re able to get him to leave! Dog heaven.Cynthia T.
Cynthia T.
January 2024
Ideally located for Petalumans. Very large and scenic. I’ll have to return after my new-to-me rescue dog has more training with a better recall. He loved running about, but we were premature in bringing him to such a nice spot before he would come back to us when it was time to leave. We’ll be return after we’re able to get him to leave! Dog heaven.
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55My dogs had an excellent time. Lots of areas to run and explore. A flat area for throwing ball and hilly areas for roaming and sniffing. Glad I brought study shoes and hiking poles. Sandra D.
Sandra D.
November 2023
My dogs had an excellent time. Lots of areas to run and explore. A flat area for throwing ball and hilly areas for roaming and sniffing. Glad I brought study shoes and hiking poles.
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55This was by far the most fun sniffspot our dogs have gone to. Definitely worth the 50 minute drive to see our dogs run around freely, exploring to their hearts content. It's also peaceful for the humans, being away from cities and towns and enjoying the quiet landscape. I think what makes this spot stand out is the variety of landscape (not just one big lot). Thanks, Antoni. We have no complaints and will be back in the future.Betty K.
Betty K.
February 2024
This was by far the most fun sniffspot our dogs have gone to. Definitely worth the 50 minute drive to see our dogs run around freely, exploring to their hearts content. It's also peaceful for the humans, being away from cities and towns and enjoying the quiet landscape. I think what makes this spot stand out is the variety of landscape (not just one big lot). Thanks, Antoni. We have no complaints and will be back in the future.
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55Stunning spot for pups and owners! My dog loved this hillside sniff spot. Antoni gave easy instructions and left out water and toys for the dogs. Highly recommend and will definitely be coming back!Samantha M.
Samantha M.
February 2024
Stunning spot for pups and owners! My dog loved this hillside sniff spot. Antoni gave easy instructions and left out water and toys for the dogs. Highly recommend and will definitely be coming back!
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55Antoni’s sniff spot is a complete gem! Plenty of space for zoomies and wandering - definitely worth it. Our dog loved going in and out of the little pond and basking in the sun on the big hillside. We did see a few mushrooms in the shadier areas, which is expected given the heavy rains lately and was not a problem during our time there. We can’t wait to come back!Kasey S.
Kasey S.
February 2024
Antoni’s sniff spot is a complete gem! Plenty of space for zoomies and wandering - definitely worth it. Our dog loved going in and out of the little pond and basking in the sun on the big hillside. We did see a few mushrooms in the shadier areas, which is expected given the heavy rains lately and was not a problem during our time there. We can’t wait to come back!
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55Great spot for dogs to run and sniff around! A couple hills to run up and really tire the dogs out and a flat surface for our older dog to run. Garbages, toys, balls and water bowls located around the property. Quiet peaceful place surrounded by hills and trees Krista D.
Krista D.
February 2024
Great spot for dogs to run and sniff around! A couple hills to run up and really tire the dogs out and a flat surface for our older dog to run. Garbages, toys, balls and water bowls located around the property. Quiet peaceful place surrounded by hills and trees
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55Great property in a rural, secure setting. It was easy to find with Google Maps, and the host instructions were very clear. The fencing appeared very secure at all points I saw. It was a cool, foggy morning, so the abundant grass was wet, and with the blessedly rainy winter so far, being in a hilly area there was still some water moving through the property. I was fine with waterproof hiking shoes, and the dogs got a bit muddy in one place, but nothing bad. Most of the property is quite grassy, which the dogs loved. The valley views are lovely. It is hilly, but the footing was good and the grades not bad. We explored most of the property, and each dog got to have fun choosing their activity - chasing each other, exploring, chasing a ball, obsessively following me lol. There are a few distinct but connected areas which makes for nice variety.David L.
David L.
February 2024
Great property in a rural, secure setting. It was easy to find with Google Maps, and the host instructions were very clear. The fencing appeared very secure at all points I saw. It was a cool, foggy morning, so the abundant grass was wet, and with the blessedly rainy winter so far, being in a hilly area there was still some water moving through the property. I was fine with waterproof hiking shoes, and the dogs got a bit muddy in one place, but nothing bad. Most of the property is quite grassy, which the dogs loved. The valley views are lovely. It is hilly, but the footing was good and the grades not bad. We explored most of the property, and each dog got to have fun choosing their activity - chasing each other, exploring, chasing a ball, obsessively following me lol. There are a few distinct but connected areas which makes for nice variety.
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55Beautiful property with lots of space for dogs to run and swim. Fully fenced in and very secure. Instructions were clear and easy to follow. I’ll definitely be bringing my pup back!Stephanie A.
Stephanie A.
February 2024
Beautiful property with lots of space for dogs to run and swim. Fully fenced in and very secure. Instructions were clear and easy to follow. I’ll definitely be bringing my pup back!
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55This place is in a very bucolic setting. We saw cows, horses and even deer on the lovely green hillsides. There was plenty to see and do and my dog loved the pond, the tall grass and running up the hillside. We were lucky the rain stopped to give us a beautiful sunny day, but I recommend everyone wear waterproof shoes that work for water and mud. There is a very wet, muddy section you have to cross to get to the larger pasture. Other than that small inconvenience that probably isn’t an issue in drier weather, this place is PERFECT! Thank you for sharing your beautiful space with us! 💛Beth M.
Beth M.
February 2024
This place is in a very bucolic setting. We saw cows, horses and even deer on the lovely green hillsides. There was plenty to see and do and my dog loved the pond, the tall grass and running up the hillside. We were lucky the rain stopped to give us a beautiful sunny day, but I recommend everyone wear waterproof shoes that work for water and mud. There is a very wet, muddy section you have to cross to get to the larger pasture. Other than that small inconvenience that probably isn’t an issue in drier weather, this place is PERFECT! Thank you for sharing your beautiful space with us! 💛
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55My dog had a blast racing up the hills and jumping in the pond! Antoni was a very welcoming host and gave us a tour of the various different spots to explore. We’ll be back!Fiona H.
Fiona H.
February 2024
My dog had a blast racing up the hills and jumping in the pond! Antoni was a very welcoming host and gave us a tour of the various different spots to explore. We’ll be back!
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55Such a beautiful property to roam around on with your dog!
The pond was really big this time, and my dog totally went for a swim. Great time had by all 😊😊Kimberly C.
Kimberly C.
February 2024
Such a beautiful property to roam around on with your dog!
The pond was really big this time, and my dog totally went for a swim. Great time had by all 😊😊
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55What a beautiful piece of property – stunning natural scenery! Our host was more than wonderful and we are looking forward to returning many more times in the near future.Alex O.
Alex O.
February 2024
What a beautiful piece of property – stunning natural scenery! Our host was more than wonderful and we are looking forward to returning many more times in the near future.
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55We are loving this Spot. Reminds me of wandering moorland. The dogs get a great opportunity to explore, swim, get grounded. I love the quiet out there. Penny L.
Penny L.
March 2024
We are loving this Spot. Reminds me of wandering moorland. The dogs get a great opportunity to explore, swim, get grounded. I love the quiet out there.
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55This was the perfect place for our puppy to run free and get some training on recall without the distraction of other people and dogs. It’s a gorgeous property, we will definitely be returning.Sonya C.
Sonya C.
March 2024
This was the perfect place for our puppy to run free and get some training on recall without the distraction of other people and dogs. It’s a gorgeous property, we will definitely be returning.
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55Absolutely beautiful and well maintained property. Lots of space for your pup to run, sniff, and explore. We heard some barking of a far away neighbors dog but it didn’t bother my pup or me, and we didn’t see any other animals or humans during our entire visit. We’ll definitely be back- i recommend this spot! Oliver D.
Oliver D.
March 2024
Absolutely beautiful and well maintained property. Lots of space for your pup to run, sniff, and explore. We heard some barking of a far away neighbors dog but it didn’t bother my pup or me, and we didn’t see any other animals or humans during our entire visit. We’ll definitely be back- i recommend this spot!
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55Lots of different areas for my dog to explore and sniff around! They also had toys and water/water bowls available!!angela l.
angela l.
March 2024
Lots of different areas for my dog to explore and sniff around! They also had toys and water/water bowls available!!
How do Petaluma'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 Petaluma 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 Petaluma?
There are 74 small dog parks in the Petaluma 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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