55So glad to discover Thayer Ridge Acres Sniffspot! It's a quiet acre within a larger property and is just a mere mile from Albertson's, Dutch, and the college. I live near Willamette Falls Hospital and Thayer Ridge is just a seven minute drive from my house. It's very centrally located for most of OC..talk about Location, Location, Location!
Ranger and I had a great time and had everything we needed, like a doggie AirBNB :) No worries about escape for me being a puppy owner as the fencing was small mesh. There's a covered area for drizzly days and plenty of shade trees for warm days like today. We enjoyed our time very much and we will be back often! Shelly S.
Shelly S.
July 2023
So glad to discover Thayer Ridge Acres Sniffspot! It's a quiet acre within a larger property and is just a mere mile from Albertson's, Dutch, and the college. I live near Willamette Falls Hospital and Thayer Ridge is just a seven minute drive from my house. It's very centrally located for most of OC..talk about Location, Location, Location!
Ranger and I had a great time and had everything we needed, like a doggie AirBNB :) No worries about escape for me being a puppy owner as the fencing was small mesh. There's a covered area for drizzly days and plenty of shade trees for warm days like today. We enjoyed our time very much and we will be back often!
55Our crew had a ton of fun romping around the big open field! The tall trees provided some nice shade from the hot sun. Big, clean spot with plenty of room for the pups!CLAIRE S.
CLAIRE S.
July 2023
Our crew had a ton of fun romping around the big open field! The tall trees provided some nice shade from the hot sun. Big, clean spot with plenty of room for the pups!
55This place was very nice and kept my dogs busy the whole time. Plenty of nice big shady pines to sit under for me and lots of room for the dogs to run. Very clean and well-maintained. Lisa C.
Lisa C.
July 2023
This place was very nice and kept my dogs busy the whole time. Plenty of nice big shady pines to sit under for me and lots of room for the dogs to run. Very clean and well-maintained. 
55This was the perfect place to exercise our high energy dogs. It has everything we need: a large running space, shade, water, toys. We’ll be back. Cynthia C.
Cynthia C.
July 2023
This was the perfect place to exercise our high energy dogs. It has everything we need: a large running space, shade, water, toys. We’ll be back.
55My dogs had fun as always. It was pretty hot when we got there so they alternated between chasing balls, getting the kiddie pool and enjoying the shade. Plus, we were really late and Dianne gave us some extra time, which I appreciated very much.Diane B.
Diane B.
September 2024
My dogs had fun as always. It was pretty hot when we got there so they alternated between chasing balls, getting the kiddie pool and enjoying the shade. Plus, we were really late and Dianne gave us some extra time, which I appreciated very much.
55This is an awesome spot! There is so much space to run and plenty of toys to keep your pup busy. Fresh water and bowls are provided as well as a kiddie pool for those hot days. We were there midday on a sunny day and there was plenty of shade around the perimeter to take a break from the sun, as well as picnic tables under the shade of a large tree. A cute horse trailer provides more shelter from the sun or rain and is where you will find a library of toys. There are also poop bag stations all along the perimeter in case you forgot yours. Our hour went by quickly, so will probably book for longer next time! We’ll be back!Holly L.
Holly L.
September 2024
This is an awesome spot! There is so much space to run and plenty of toys to keep your pup busy. Fresh water and bowls are provided as well as a kiddie pool for those hot days. We were there midday on a sunny day and there was plenty of shade around the perimeter to take a break from the sun, as well as picnic tables under the shade of a large tree. A cute horse trailer provides more shelter from the sun or rain and is where you will find a library of toys. There are also poop bag stations all along the perimeter in case you forgot yours. Our hour went by quickly, so will probably book for longer next time! We’ll be back!
55To date, this was the best Spot we have been to. Beautiful, clean, well appointed, and a great size. My Belgian Malinois ran until she couldn’t run anymore.
We were sad that the cows weren’t in the pasture as my Mal Gal loves cows! Maybe next time! I highly recommend this spot. It’s great!! If I could give it more stars, I would! Holly H.
Holly H.
September 2024
To date, this was the best Spot we have been to. Beautiful, clean, well appointed, and a great size. My Belgian Malinois ran until she couldn’t run anymore.
We were sad that the cows weren’t in the pasture as my Mal Gal loves cows! Maybe next time! I highly recommend this spot. It’s great!! If I could give it more stars, I would!
55The space was perfect for a quick trip. Lots of space to run. A ton of toys to play with but my dogs were not interested in anything other than sniffing everything g and playing with each other. Communication was great! Crystal H.
Crystal H.
September 2024
The space was perfect for a quick trip. Lots of space to run. A ton of toys to play with but my dogs were not interested in anything other than sniffing everything g and playing with each other. Communication was great!
55Everything was exactly as described on the ad. Our dogs had more than enough space to run free, granted my dog chose to bark a few times at cars passing that she heard. Otherwise, it was great! We discovered the toys at the front right of the trailer the last 10 minutes of our time, however, our dogs were pooped and really didn't need them.Kayden C.
Kayden C.
September 2024
Everything was exactly as described on the ad. Our dogs had more than enough space to run free, granted my dog chose to bark a few times at cars passing that she heard. Otherwise, it was great! We discovered the toys at the front right of the trailer the last 10 minutes of our time, however, our dogs were pooped and really didn't need them.
55Nice large, open space with several seating areas and accessible water. Plentiful poop bags & lots of balls available. Our dogs were happy customers! Trevor S.
Trevor S.
September 2024
Nice large, open space with several seating areas and accessible water. Plentiful poop bags & lots of balls available. Our dogs were happy customers!
55Truly wonderful. Kermit had such a great time smelling all the smells, playing with the toys, and lounging in the shade. So much space to explore, and so many places to hang out. We can’t wait to come back!!Adrienne T.
Adrienne T.
September 2024
Truly wonderful. Kermit had such a great time smelling all the smells, playing with the toys, and lounging in the shade. So much space to explore, and so many places to hang out. We can’t wait to come back!!
55We had a fantastic time! The directions were precise and the fences were very secure. Willow particularly enjoyed all the toys to choose from, and I enjoyed all the easy to access doggy bags! Marlee B.
Marlee B.
September 2024
We had a fantastic time! The directions were precise and the fences were very secure. Willow particularly enjoyed all the toys to choose from, and I enjoyed all the easy to access doggy bags!
55We had sooooo much fun!! Our high energy blue heeler has had quite a rough transition from living in a house with a large yard to moving into an apartment this summer, so we’ve been trying out different sniffspots to help him have a break from urban life. This was by far the nicest one we’ve been to! It was beautiful and the cows were sooo cute and patient. Our boy had a blast and we will be back. :)Dana W.
Dana W.
September 2024
We had sooooo much fun!! Our high energy blue heeler has had quite a rough transition from living in a house with a large yard to moving into an apartment this summer, so we’ve been trying out different sniffspots to help him have a break from urban life. This was by far the nicest one we’ve been to! It was beautiful and the cows were sooo cute and patient. Our boy had a blast and we will be back. :)
55We loved this Sniffspot! Lots of room to sniff and run. Balls and toys to play with. Nice picnic area or covered area for rainy days. We will be back! Karla L.
Karla L.
September 2024
We loved this Sniffspot! Lots of room to sniff and run. Balls and toys to play with. Nice picnic area or covered area for rainy days. We will be back!
How do Scio'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 Scio 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 Scio?
There are 50 small dog parks in the Scio 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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