55My dog had a blast here. He loved all the toys that where provided. This SniffSpot is always clean and is easy to enter. They also have a cold and hot water spout. Alejandra M.
Alejandra M.
September 2024
My dog had a blast here. He loved all the toys that where provided. This SniffSpot is always clean and is easy to enter. They also have a cold and hot water spout.
55Really easy to find. Separate entrance for the backyard and ALL the things for your pups - balls, ropes, frisbees, hoses with warm or cold water. And for owners - snacks, juice, bug spray, and charging ports for your phone! Super great and definitely will be back 🥰Lauren L.
Lauren L.
September 2024
Really easy to find. Separate entrance for the backyard and ALL the things for your pups - balls, ropes, frisbees, hoses with warm or cold water. And for owners - snacks, juice, bug spray, and charging ports for your phone! Super great and definitely will be back 🥰
55Easy to find this location. Quiet neighborhood with lots of shade & seating in the yard. Complimentary dog toys and supplies. Snacks & drinks. There’s also a hose so you can wash your dog too!Zara K.
Zara K.
September 2024
Easy to find this location. Quiet neighborhood with lots of shade & seating in the yard. Complimentary dog toys and supplies. Snacks & drinks. There’s also a hose so you can wash your dog too!
55Our first Sniffspot and we will definitely be regulars. Amazing, clean, safe, well fenced, large backyard, no animals in sight, safe for reactive dogs since no other animal can be seen or heard. Great amenities as well: dog toys (our dogs loved the soccer balls and frisbees), water, hose, snacks, benches, etc. loved itAndy R.
Andy R.
September 2024
Our first Sniffspot and we will definitely be regulars. Amazing, clean, safe, well fenced, large backyard, no animals in sight, safe for reactive dogs since no other animal can be seen or heard. Great amenities as well: dog toys (our dogs loved the soccer balls and frisbees), water, hose, snacks, benches, etc. loved it
55Sarah’s spot is a great space, we have a reactive dog, and he was happy running around playing with the doggy toys provided! Thank you once again!maria c.
maria c.
October 2024
Sarah’s spot is a great space, we have a reactive dog, and he was happy running around playing with the doggy toys provided! Thank you once again!
55This is a great spot in a relaxing residential area. Love all the artistic touches - makes it a whimsical, fun place to enjoy for dogs and humans alike. Great combination of open spaces and cozy/shaded areas for the dog to explore. Plenty of toys available though my pup preferred to explore today. Will come back!!Yuri D.
Yuri D.
October 2024
This is a great spot in a relaxing residential area. Love all the artistic touches - makes it a whimsical, fun place to enjoy for dogs and humans alike. Great combination of open spaces and cozy/shaded areas for the dog to explore. Plenty of toys available though my pup preferred to explore today. Will come back!!
55Excellent backyard with tons of toys to play with. Ernie had a fantastic time running around and sniffing everything. The yard is cute, quiet, and private. Perfect for any pup big or small. Emma C.
Emma C.
November 2024
Excellent backyard with tons of toys to play with. Ernie had a fantastic time running around and sniffing everything. The yard is cute, quiet, and private. Perfect for any pup big or small.
55Perfect spot for my apartment puppy to be able to run around and get energy out. Super high secure fence, nice amenities, private. I hope this will become Pearl’s favorite spot. Zady B.
Zady B.
December 2024
Perfect spot for my apartment puppy to be able to run around and get energy out. Super high secure fence, nice amenities, private. I hope this will become Pearl’s favorite spot.
55Fun place, doggies loved the mud 😉 love all the extras for humans! Hosts definitely made the experience feel special. We really enjoyed ourselves kayanna b.
kayanna b.
December 2024
Fun place, doggies loved the mud 😉 love all the extras for humans! Hosts definitely made the experience feel special. We really enjoyed ourselves
55This was our second time visiting Sarah’s SniffSpot and we enjoyed it just as much as the first time! I love the artistic touches throughout the yard and benches to kick back on while the pooch explores. Given that it’s wintertime, the lawn was fairly muddy, so be aware. But my dog really enjoyed our time there all the same! Thank you!!Yuri D.
Yuri D.
January 2025
This was our second time visiting Sarah’s SniffSpot and we enjoyed it just as much as the first time! I love the artistic touches throughout the yard and benches to kick back on while the pooch explores. Given that it’s wintertime, the lawn was fairly muddy, so be aware. But my dog really enjoyed our time there all the same! Thank you!!
55Oh, what fun! This was our first-ever SniffSpot experience and it was lovely. Although a bit muddy due to it being mid-January, the area was diverse and large enough to find dry spots to play on. Lots of benches to sit on and some dog supplies if you need them. Mischa got in some good running and we will surely be back!Electra L.
Electra L.
January 2025
Oh, what fun! This was our first-ever SniffSpot experience and it was lovely. Although a bit muddy due to it being mid-January, the area was diverse and large enough to find dry spots to play on. Lots of benches to sit on and some dog supplies if you need them. Mischa got in some good running and we will surely be back!
Christopher's Fully Fenced Turf Yard (no mud!) For Dogs To Rent In Portland | Sniffspot
55Super nice spot. The turf is so nice for days when it’s wet/has been raining because it’s mess free. The backyard itself is pretty big and there was so much for my pup to explore and sniff. There was also a basket of toys that my pup dug into and had a blast with. I requested that the owner had their pup out of sight as my dog loves other dogs and will sit at the door if he spots one inside instead of burning off his energy haha. They accommodated my request and if I hadn’t of read their profile, wouldn’t have even known they had a dog. Super nice spot and we’ll be back! Kayley A.
Kayley A.
May 2024
Super nice spot. The turf is so nice for days when it’s wet/has been raining because it’s mess free. The backyard itself is pretty big and there was so much for my pup to explore and sniff. There was also a basket of toys that my pup dug into and had a blast with. I requested that the owner had their pup out of sight as my dog loves other dogs and will sit at the door if he spots one inside instead of burning off his energy haha. They accommodated my request and if I hadn’t of read their profile, wouldn’t have even known they had a dog. Super nice spot and we’ll be back!
DIGtopia! Fully Fenced Yard for the dogs! | Sniffspot
55Super psyched to see this spot pop up in my neighborhood. Directions were clear and yard was all secure with 6 ft fencing. Our play date fell through. We were all set to work on some training when we ran into an old friend on the street. Fun!! Thanks for sharing your space with us Nell F.
Nell F.
November 2024
Super psyched to see this spot pop up in my neighborhood. Directions were clear and yard was all secure with 6 ft fencing. Our play date fell through. We were all set to work on some training when we ran into an old friend on the street. Fun!! Thanks for sharing your space with us
DIGtopia! Fully Fenced Yard for the dogs! | Sniffspot
55Cute yard! Clean with a solid privacy fence. When I arrived there was a fresh bowl of water and a big box of toys which my dog loved!Tori M.
Tori M.
December 2024
Cute yard! Clean with a solid privacy fence. When I arrived there was a fresh bowl of water and a big box of toys which my dog loved!
How do Portland'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
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FAQ about our Portland 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 Portland?
There are 119 small dog parks in the Portland 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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