55Wonderful field. The goats next to the field are quiet. Took my dogs awhile to notice them :) one of my dogs spent the whole time wandering the field smelling all the smells while I played ball with the other. Clean water was available and lots of toys to choose from. If I wasn’t moving soon, I would definitely come here regularly! Brittany H.
Brittany H.
June 2024
Wonderful field. The goats next to the field are quiet. Took my dogs awhile to notice them :) one of my dogs spent the whole time wandering the field smelling all the smells while I played ball with the other. Clean water was available and lots of toys to choose from. If I wasn’t moving soon, I would definitely come here regularly!
55This is Oscar's Happy Place...I can always count on him having a great time here and feeling super-serene. We also appreciate that Richard and family provide toys so we can bond more. Lovely spot....Emily N.
Emily N.
June 2024
This is Oscar's Happy Place...I can always count on him having a great time here and feeling super-serene. We also appreciate that Richard and family provide toys so we can bond more. Lovely spot....
55As always, Oscar and I had a great time during our visit! I appreciate all the toys, water, and poop bags that our host provides, so we have everything there to ensure our visit is fun and clean.
The only thing I'd ask is for our fellow dog owners to pick up after their dogs while they visit. I, unfortunately, picked up after other dogs besides my own during our time there. Helping to keep the place clean is important for both the dogs' and owners' health. 😊
Otherwise, super-enjoyable time!Emily N.
Emily N.
June 2024
As always, Oscar and I had a great time during our visit! I appreciate all the toys, water, and poop bags that our host provides, so we have everything there to ensure our visit is fun and clean.
The only thing I'd ask is for our fellow dog owners to pick up after their dogs while they visit. I, unfortunately, picked up after other dogs besides my own during our time there. Helping to keep the place clean is important for both the dogs' and owners' health. 😊
Otherwise, super-enjoyable time!
55Nice size, fully fenced yard with lots of scents and smells that my dog loved to explore. Water and toys available. Goats in their own enclosure behind tall wooden fence. My dog is easily excitable and found the goats VERY interesting once she realized they were there, so we did cut our session a little short. It’s definitely a great spot tho, and for only $5/hr you can’t beat that!Sidney P.
Sidney P.
April 2024
Nice size, fully fenced yard with lots of scents and smells that my dog loved to explore. Water and toys available. Goats in their own enclosure behind tall wooden fence. My dog is easily excitable and found the goats VERY interesting once she realized they were there, so we did cut our session a little short. It’s definitely a great spot tho, and for only $5/hr you can’t beat that!
55First sniff spot outing and was not disappointed. The goats are in a fenced off area, not easy for dogs to get to but my dogs loved the smells! Sheep are far enough away that my dogs didn't see them. Great spot for smells and a run around!Elizabeth S.
Elizabeth S.
May 2024
First sniff spot outing and was not disappointed. The goats are in a fenced off area, not easy for dogs to get to but my dogs loved the smells! Sheep are far enough away that my dogs didn't see them. Great spot for smells and a run around!
55This is our new favorite price. It's clean and easy to access. Has an amazing assortment of toys, all the sniffs and fresh water. Love that we can open the window to see the goats and close it if my dogs get wigged out. Stesha & Maria V.
Stesha & Maria V.
May 2024
This is our new favorite price. It's clean and easy to access. Has an amazing assortment of toys, all the sniffs and fresh water. Love that we can open the window to see the goats and close it if my dogs get wigged out.
55What a gem! It's a beautiful, well kept Sniffspot and we'll definitely be back. We met a friend and her dog there and everyone had a blast. The goats are adorable. Robin F.
Robin F.
May 2024
What a gem! It's a beautiful, well kept Sniffspot and we'll definitely be back. We met a friend and her dog there and everyone had a blast. The goats are adorable.
55My pup is so happy here, whenever we visit!!! I feel it's my responsibility to keep it super-clean to help make sure Richard and family don't have to do too much to upkeep it for all the pups, like Oscar, who find his happy place here! Thank you, again, for allowing us to play here!Emily N.
Emily N.
May 2024
My pup is so happy here, whenever we visit!!! I feel it's my responsibility to keep it super-clean to help make sure Richard and family don't have to do too much to upkeep it for all the pups, like Oscar, who find his happy place here! Thank you, again, for allowing us to play here!
55Such a nice option for people like me without fenced yards. Lots of toys to choose from if you forgot your. Nice to have the water available. Think this will be a weekly outing for Harley. Very nice place. Nancy H.
Nancy H.
May 2024
Such a nice option for people like me without fenced yards. Lots of toys to choose from if you forgot your. Nice to have the water available. Think this will be a weekly outing for Harley. Very nice place.
55This was our first sniff spot and it was great! Plenty of space for my frenchie to run her little heart out. She enjoyed looking at the goats. The space was clean, plenty of water and toys to play with. Perfect size for any dog with lots of smells! It was easy to find and the owner was so nice! He said hello then let us enjoy our time. We definitely will be back. Thank you! Jaid R.
Jaid R.
April 2024
This was our first sniff spot and it was great! Plenty of space for my frenchie to run her little heart out. She enjoyed looking at the goats. The space was clean, plenty of water and toys to play with. Perfect size for any dog with lots of smells! It was easy to find and the owner was so nice! He said hello then let us enjoy our time. We definitely will be back. Thank you!
55My pups had a great time. We enjoyed seeing the farm animals which provided a good distraction for my pups and we enjoyed watching the goats adjacent to the spot. Its a nice spot to practice recall and leave it. Being able to park your car close at the entrance in view is a plus. The clean bowls and fresh water were appreciated.Tanja E.
Tanja E.
April 2024
My pups had a great time. We enjoyed seeing the farm animals which provided a good distraction for my pups and we enjoyed watching the goats adjacent to the spot. Its a nice spot to practice recall and leave it. Being able to park your car close at the entrance in view is a plus. The clean bowls and fresh water were appreciated.
55We’ve only been to a few sniff spots but this is our favorite! Great fencing, water bowls, waste bags, a variety of toys. There’s 2 benches and a couple chairs to sit. Lauren B.
Lauren B.
April 2024
We’ve only been to a few sniff spots but this is our favorite! Great fencing, water bowls, waste bags, a variety of toys. There’s 2 benches and a couple chairs to sit.
55Hands down, this is Oscar and my *favorite* place to visit! It is the one place where Oscar seems to be able to completely relax and not be "on guard" all the time - unlike when we walk around very busy neighborhood or, even, in some parks....We have great fun playing fetch and just taking in the sounds and sights of our surroundings. Thank you, again, Richard and family for offering your space for us!Emily N.
Emily N.
April 2024
Hands down, this is Oscar and my *favorite* place to visit! It is the one place where Oscar seems to be able to completely relax and not be "on guard" all the time - unlike when we walk around very busy neighborhood or, even, in some parks....We have great fun playing fetch and just taking in the sounds and sights of our surroundings. Thank you, again, Richard and family for offering your space for us!
55This is an awesome sniff spot. I definitely will be a regular here. Richard was so nice and we happened to pull up at the same time so he kindly guided me where to go. It still feels very private even though he has neighbors on both sides. My dog was so happy and left so tired! Victoria V.
Victoria V.
April 2024
This is an awesome sniff spot. I definitely will be a regular here. Richard was so nice and we happened to pull up at the same time so he kindly guided me where to go. It still feels very private even though he has neighbors on both sides. My dog was so happy and left so tired!
55Amazing sniff spot, plenty of room for the dogs to play, very clean, secure, other animals are in eye sight but they are either far enough away or secured as well that our dogs didn't even realize they were around. 100% would recommend and will be back plenty of times ourself!Emrys M.
Emrys M.
April 2024
Amazing sniff spot, plenty of room for the dogs to play, very clean, secure, other animals are in eye sight but they are either far enough away or secured as well that our dogs didn't even realize they were around. 100% would recommend and will be back plenty of times ourself!
How do South Bend's private fully fenced dog parks work?
Private rentals by the hour
Our hosts are locals that are renting their yards and private land to dog owners
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Spots are designed for safety and both hosts and guests are reviewed after each visit
Designed for private play
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Reactive dogs welcome
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FAQ about our South Bend fully fenced dog parks
Are fully fenced dog parks safe?
While public dog parks have a number of safety issues, such as aggressive dogs, inattentive owners, disease transmission and general cleanliness, Sniffspot dog parks are much safer than public dog parks. Human and animal safety is our #1 focus. Without a private option, many dog owners are relegated to using athletic fields or tennis courts for their dogs, which are not private or safe. 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. 93% of reviews on Sniffspot visits are 5 stars. And with fully fenced Sniffspot parks, you can get the safety of a fenced-in space for dogs, while still having plenty of space to run.
How can I find fully fenced dog parks in South Bend?
There are 14 fully fenced dog parks in the South Bend area. The most popular fully fenced park is . You can browse all of our fully fenced dog parks here.
How do I know if a fully fenced dog park works for my dog?
Many people looking for fully fenced parks have dogs that are not good with voice control. Start by applying basic filters, such as fences height and distractions, to find a dog park that works for your dog. You can see attributes of fences such as height, gaps and fencing type to find the perfect fenced-in space for dogs. You can filter by size to make sure you have plenty of space, or a smaller space if you prefer a neighborhood park. You can browse on a map by park location to find one in your city or near your city. If your dog is reactive to other dogs, you can visit one of our off-leash areas where there are no dogs audible or visible near the space. Make sure to review the amenities of the spot to check features you want for your activity, such as fresh water, trail features such as soft trails or walking trails, or even water fountains. If you prefer wood chips, many of our parks have wood chips or indoor space if you prefer a beautiful park building.
What are the requirements to bring my dog to a Sniffspot fully fenced dog park?
We require that all dogs have basic vaccinations or equivalent titers. We do not permit use by pregnant dogs and we do not permit dogs with a bite history. We require that guests sign our waiver and agree to follow our safety rules, such as staying within the designated off-leash areas. Each park location also has their own set of rules that guests need to follow, such as limiting excessive barking.
Will there be other dogs at the Sniffspot fully fenced dog 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.
How much do Sniffspot fully fenced dog parks cost?