55Great spot with secure fencing, lots of shade, and plenty of room for the dogs to sniff and explore. Thank you for making this spot available - the dogs had a blast!Emily D.
Emily D.
July 2023
Great spot with secure fencing, lots of shade, and plenty of room for the dogs to sniff and explore. Thank you for making this spot available - the dogs had a blast!
55Very nice space for Joey to play and run. We booked an hour but it was very hot and humid, even at 10am so Joey got tired pretty quickly. They had plenty of cold water for him. And toys!
We will be going back, but not till the weather drops another 10 degrees.Andrea S.
Andrea S.
September 2023
Very nice space for Joey to play and run. We booked an hour but it was very hot and humid, even at 10am so Joey got tired pretty quickly. They had plenty of cold water for him. And toys!
We will be going back, but not till the weather drops another 10 degrees.
55We had a fantastic time! This was our first SniffSpot and we will be doing more. The yard was large, clean, and well kept. Was very fun for my pups to run around.
There was a small gap in the fencing where my small dog could have gotten though but for us was no biggie to just keep an eye on her and block when needed. Just in case for people who have escape artists.
Thanks! Will be back. Sarah S.
Sarah S.
October 2023
We had a fantastic time! This was our first SniffSpot and we will be doing more. The yard was large, clean, and well kept. Was very fun for my pups to run around.
There was a small gap in the fencing where my small dog could have gotten though but for us was no biggie to just keep an eye on her and block when needed. Just in case for people who have escape artists.
Thanks! Will be back.
55My reactive pittie had an absolute blast here! There was a lot of space for him to run & play & sniff. With the different plants he had a bunch of different things to smell as well, which I could tell he enjoyed. We did hear a small dog barking at one point, so that’s something to be aware of if your dog reacts to hearing other pups. Absolutely loved the vinyl fence as well since my dog has pretty bad barrier reactivity, but it’s not completely flush with the ground so just keep an eye out for that if you have small dogs or if playing fetch. I did throw a ball under the fence at one point but it was easy to retrieve. Besides that, we enjoyed every minute & would come back!Kylie S.
Kylie S.
November 2023
My reactive pittie had an absolute blast here! There was a lot of space for him to run & play & sniff. With the different plants he had a bunch of different things to smell as well, which I could tell he enjoyed. We did hear a small dog barking at one point, so that’s something to be aware of if your dog reacts to hearing other pups. Absolutely loved the vinyl fence as well since my dog has pretty bad barrier reactivity, but it’s not completely flush with the ground so just keep an eye out for that if you have small dogs or if playing fetch. I did throw a ball under the fence at one point but it was easy to retrieve. Besides that, we enjoyed every minute & would come back!
55Had a great visit! Easy access to the spacious back yard. They had water and toys left out for us. My dogs loved running around and the tall fence made for no outside distractions. We can't wait to visit again! 🐾Hannah T.
Hannah T.
January 2024
Had a great visit! Easy access to the spacious back yard. They had water and toys left out for us. My dogs loved running around and the tall fence made for no outside distractions. We can't wait to visit again! 🐾
55Pups had a great time. There was plenty of space for them to play and zoom. Everything went smoothly and Maria was quick to answer questions. Would recommend. Elaine E.
Elaine E.
February 2024
Pups had a great time. There was plenty of space for them to play and zoom. Everything went smoothly and Maria was quick to answer questions. Would recommend.
55Amazing spot for the dogs to sniff and play :) shaded, clean, and easy to find and access! Toby and BMO also thought your grass was delicious. Thanks so much!Aiden D.
Aiden D.
February 2024
Amazing spot for the dogs to sniff and play :) shaded, clean, and easy to find and access! Toby and BMO also thought your grass was delicious. Thanks so much!
55This place was heaven for not only my dog but me as well! Talk about shade!! It was a huge space and Chief was so intrigued and happy the entire time. Highly recommend!Amanda D.
Amanda D.
April 2024
This place was heaven for not only my dog but me as well! Talk about shade!! It was a huge space and Chief was so intrigued and happy the entire time. Highly recommend!
55Our pups had the best time! AMAZING mixture of sunny spots and shade. Very quiet and peaceful, when the dogs were done running around we sat in the chairs and read :) will be a frequent place for us! Mary C.
Mary C.
May 2024
Our pups had the best time! AMAZING mixture of sunny spots and shade. Very quiet and peaceful, when the dogs were done running around we sat in the chairs and read :) will be a frequent place for us!
55Perfect shady yard for my babies and their friends to run around. Brought our own toys and water bowl but it was appreciated that it was also provided. Easy access inside. It was a great time and the dogs loved it! Emily O.
Emily O.
May 2024
Perfect shady yard for my babies and their friends to run around. Brought our own toys and water bowl but it was appreciated that it was also provided. Easy access inside. It was a great time and the dogs loved it!
55LOVE this spot! Great communication, solid fence, clean, fresh water on the deck, toys & seating available. We'll definitely be back! Thank you, Maria!Lara W.
Lara W.
May 2024
LOVE this spot! Great communication, solid fence, clean, fresh water on the deck, toys & seating available. We'll definitely be back! Thank you, Maria!
55This spot is great. Clean, nice amenities, secure fencing and gates, toys, rain shelters and kiddie pool for splashing. We appreciated a hose setup for washing down before leaving. The setup allows you to pull up and use the reserved acreage without feeling like you are disturbing the host. While there was another dog in view briefly from a neighbor, the yard was set back and fenced separately leading to no issues or shared fence line. We had reserved access to all three acreage runs and the whole area was included in the booking. Thanks for a fun morning!Molly D.
Molly D.
February 2024
This spot is great. Clean, nice amenities, secure fencing and gates, toys, rain shelters and kiddie pool for splashing. We appreciated a hose setup for washing down before leaving. The setup allows you to pull up and use the reserved acreage without feeling like you are disturbing the host. While there was another dog in view briefly from a neighbor, the yard was set back and fenced separately leading to no issues or shared fence line. We had reserved access to all three acreage runs and the whole area was included in the booking. Thanks for a fun morning!
Marvin's 4 Acre Fully Fenced Private Dog Park In Bradenton (Open all day Christmas and New Year's Day!) | Sniffspot
55This is exactly the kind of spot we were looking for! Huge space and fabulous facility for our girl to run and burn off some energy. Very well maintained and everything you need. This will be our go to spot from now on and certainly worth the drive from St. Pete's!Donna C.
Donna C.
February 2024
This is exactly the kind of spot we were looking for! Huge space and fabulous facility for our girl to run and burn off some energy. Very well maintained and everything you need. This will be our go to spot from now on and certainly worth the drive from St. Pete's!
Marvin's 4 Acre Fully Fenced Private Dog Park In Bradenton (Open all day Christmas and New Year's Day!) | Sniffspot
55Visited our first sniff spot yesterday. Absolutely loved Marvin’s spot! My very fearful and reactive dog Winston enjoyed running free, exploring, digging, and playing in all the pastures. It was a very positive experience for him. We brought our own toys but there were plenty of toys available on site. My dog left happy as can be and exhausted. Thank you for sharing your property!! We will definitely be back!!Sierra M.
Sierra M.
February 2024
Visited our first sniff spot yesterday. Absolutely loved Marvin’s spot! My very fearful and reactive dog Winston enjoyed running free, exploring, digging, and playing in all the pastures. It was a very positive experience for him. We brought our own toys but there were plenty of toys available on site. My dog left happy as can be and exhausted. Thank you for sharing your property!! We will definitely be back!!
How do Ruskin'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 our Ruskin 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. 95% of reviews on Sniffspot visits in the Ruskin 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 322 fully fenced dog parks in the area. If your dog is reactive to other dogs, you can visit one of our 34 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.
What is the best dog beach near Ruskin?
The best Sniffspot dog beach near Ruskin is . At Sniffspot beaches dogs can generally be off leash.
Does Ruskin have any fully fenced dog parks?
Sniffspot has 322 fully fenced dog parks in or near Ruskin. Browse all fully enclosed options.
Where are good dog hiking trails near Ruskin?
The Ruskin area has 2 Sniffspot locations with private trails for you and your dog to walk or hike. Dogs can generally be off leash on Sniffspot trails. The most popular trail is Sandy Bottom 8 Acre Private Dog Park on River.