55What a fantastic yard for doggies to play in! So many things areas to explore and smells to sniff 🐶
I took my 2 rescues so they could experience being off-leash and running free. This is a lovely, long backyard, so they could really run hard. They both crashed out in the car on the way home ❤️
The homemade treats were such a nice gesture and were truly appreciated. The dogs loved them!
Thank goodnessThere were some toys to play with....I am a bad mommy and I left theirs in a bag by the door at home 😆 🤣
We will 100% be returning 😃
Thank you so much for sharing your space with us. I truly believe it provides quality of life for aggressive or reactive dogs that they might not otherwise have. Amanda L.
Amanda L.
April 2025
What a fantastic yard for doggies to play in! So many things areas to explore and smells to sniff 🐶
I took my 2 rescues so they could experience being off-leash and running free. This is a lovely, long backyard, so they could really run hard. They both crashed out in the car on the way home ❤️
The homemade treats were such a nice gesture and were truly appreciated. The dogs loved them!
Thank goodnessThere were some toys to play with....I am a bad mommy and I left theirs in a bag by the door at home 😆 🤣
We will 100% be returning 😃
Thank you so much for sharing your space with us. I truly believe it provides quality of life for aggressive or reactive dogs that they might not otherwise have.
Ashley's Private Dog Park In St. Catharines | Sniffspot
55Highly recommended! Perfect spot to let your dog run and explore. Loved it, Ashley is very kind and provides everything you would need. Beautiful plot of land for your dogs and private without the worry of other dogs.Jennifer A.
Jennifer A.
April 2025
Highly recommended! Perfect spot to let your dog run and explore. Loved it, Ashley is very kind and provides everything you would need. Beautiful plot of land for your dogs and private without the worry of other dogs.
Ashley's Private Dog Park In St. Catharines | Sniffspot
55Yard was as advertised. Completely fenced in and great space for them to run and sniff. Ashley brought out water, toys, provided some extra poop bags, and even gave us some homemade treats! Would 100% recommend this place to others and we will definitely go back.Rachel B.
Rachel B.
March 2025
Yard was as advertised. Completely fenced in and great space for them to run and sniff. Ashley brought out water, toys, provided some extra poop bags, and even gave us some homemade treats! Would 100% recommend this place to others and we will definitely go back.
Ashley's Private Dog Park In St. Catharines | Sniffspot
55What a great spot for exercising our dogs! So much space to run at full tilt without hitting fences or needing to pivot. Plenty of toys, fresh water and homemade treats. Our dogs all had the best time!Laura I.
Laura I.
December 2024
What a great spot for exercising our dogs! So much space to run at full tilt without hitting fences or needing to pivot. Plenty of toys, fresh water and homemade treats. Our dogs all had the best time!
Ashley's Private Dog Park In St. Catharines | Sniffspot
55Ashley, thank you so much for such a good day for my boy! As dog reactive, senior dog, it’s hard to give Thompson the space he needs to explore freely and safely. You not only provided a beautiful yard but the comfort of safety and you were so welcoming. We will definitely book with you again sometime soon! Allie O.
Allie O.
November 2024
Ashley, thank you so much for such a good day for my boy! As dog reactive, senior dog, it’s hard to give Thompson the space he needs to explore freely and safely. You not only provided a beautiful yard but the comfort of safety and you were so welcoming. We will definitely book with you again sometime soon!
Ashley's Private Dog Park In St. Catharines | Sniffspot
55Ashley was very friendly and welcoming. Nice private area for the dogs to sniff and explore. Water, little kiddie pool, poop bags, toys etc all provided. My dogs were nice and tired after our visit. We will definitely be back! Thank you Ashley! Roxanne K.
Roxanne K.
July 2024
Ashley was very friendly and welcoming. Nice private area for the dogs to sniff and explore. Water, little kiddie pool, poop bags, toys etc all provided. My dogs were nice and tired after our visit. We will definitely be back! Thank you Ashley!
Ashley's Private Dog Park In St. Catharines | Sniffspot
55Beautiful spot! Very kind and welcoming 😊 Will definitely be back. My dogs had a blast. Lots of shady areas for the dogs to get relief from the sun but places to sit out in the sun as well! Water,treats,garbage,etc all available.
Thanks again for hosting Ashley 😊Tiana G.
Tiana G.
June 2024
Beautiful spot! Very kind and welcoming 😊 Will definitely be back. My dogs had a blast. Lots of shady areas for the dogs to get relief from the sun but places to sit out in the sun as well! Water,treats,garbage,etc all available.
Thanks again for hosting Ashley 😊
Ashley's Private Dog Park In St. Catharines | Sniffspot
55This is the best sniffspot ever! The place is wonderful, peaceful, beautiful, and totally equipped as a dog park. My reactive dogs had the best time here. There are so many things to sniff and get entertained with. Not only grass but huge trees, bushes, branches, flowers, small fountain/pond: A dog paradise. I am definitely doing this on a regular basis now with Ashley. She was really kind, friendly, and the best host. Treats, water, poop bags, and even toys for them to play! 100% recommend it! The entrance is so easy to find and it has a great parking place right at the entrance. Sara S.
Sara S.
June 2024
This is the best sniffspot ever! The place is wonderful, peaceful, beautiful, and totally equipped as a dog park. My reactive dogs had the best time here. There are so many things to sniff and get entertained with. Not only grass but huge trees, bushes, branches, flowers, small fountain/pond: A dog paradise. I am definitely doing this on a regular basis now with Ashley. She was really kind, friendly, and the best host. Treats, water, poop bags, and even toys for them to play! 100% recommend it! The entrance is so easy to find and it has a great parking place right at the entrance.
Ashley's Private Dog Park In St. Catharines | Sniffspot
55Toys! Treats! Water! Sticks! and SQUIRRELS who appeared right on queue for our dogs to chase!! Ashley’s Private Dog Park was a fantastic safe experience for our two dogs! We enjoy it so much we booked additional days. ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️Highly recommend! Shellie L.
Shellie L.
June 2024
Toys! Treats! Water! Sticks! and SQUIRRELS who appeared right on queue for our dogs to chase!! Ashley’s Private Dog Park was a fantastic safe experience for our two dogs! We enjoy it so much we booked additional days. ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️Highly recommend!
Ashley's Private Dog Park In St. Catharines | Sniffspot
55My pups and I had a blast. Toys food and healthy snacks. Great communication. The yard is beautiful and big, great for running. Lots of trees and vegetation. Highly recommend!Matt R.
Matt R.
May 2024
My pups and I had a blast. Toys food and healthy snacks. Great communication. The yard is beautiful and big, great for running. Lots of trees and vegetation. Highly recommend!
Ashley's Private Dog Park In St. Catharines | Sniffspot
55A hidden gem in St Catharines! The yard is absolutely massive with lots of room for the dogs to run, play, and explore. Toys, water, and a little garbage disposal are all available on site. We would definitely recommend (and we will be back!)😊
For more videos showing the space, we have them posted on our Instagram (@bindisbucketlist) saved on our Sniffspot highlights. Taylor F.
Taylor F.
May 2024
A hidden gem in St Catharines! The yard is absolutely massive with lots of room for the dogs to run, play, and explore. Toys, water, and a little garbage disposal are all available on site. We would definitely recommend (and we will be back!)😊
For more videos showing the space, we have them posted on our Instagram (@bindisbucketlist) saved on our Sniffspot highlights.
Ashley's Private Dog Park In St. Catharines | Sniffspot
55Such a beautiful backyard, it's a very deep property and my dogs could really let loose. It was clean and water and toys were out for the dogs. I recommend this spot. Also the people who host this property are wonderful ✨️ Stephanie C.
Stephanie C.
May 2024
Such a beautiful backyard, it's a very deep property and my dogs could really let loose. It was clean and water and toys were out for the dogs. I recommend this spot. Also the people who host this property are wonderful ✨️
Seanna's Fully Fenced Yard For Dogs To Rent In St. Catharines | Sniffspot
55Great hosts lot good they are new and by next time their yard will be perfect for dogs that just need some space to run - my dogs had an awesome time and slept in the next day lol Melita Hartwell H.
Melita Hartwell H.
April 2024
Great hosts lot good they are new and by next time their yard will be perfect for dogs that just need some space to run - my dogs had an awesome time and slept in the next day lol
Ashley's Private Dog Park In St. Catharines | Sniffspot
55We really enjoyed our stay on the owners property. The yard is long and is a good size for dogs that like to run and chase after balls, like mine does. The owner left out treats, some toys, poop bags, water and a small garbage can for the waste I picked up. There is a tiny pond on the property that is somewhat hidden by foliage, it took a little while for my dog to find it but he did and he did jump in it a couple of times! Lol! Thankfully my dog dries off fairly quickly, but if you have a long haired dog this may be something to consider. That being said, the owner did provide hand towels for drying off dogs.
We definitely will be coming back to this spot!
Alexandria W.
Alexandria W.
April 2024
We really enjoyed our stay on the owners property. The yard is long and is a good size for dogs that like to run and chase after balls, like mine does. The owner left out treats, some toys, poop bags, water and a small garbage can for the waste I picked up. There is a tiny pond on the property that is somewhat hidden by foliage, it took a little while for my dog to find it but he did and he did jump in it a couple of times! Lol! Thankfully my dog dries off fairly quickly, but if you have a long haired dog this may be something to consider. That being said, the owner did provide hand towels for drying off dogs.
We definitely will be coming back to this spot!
Ashley's Private Dog Park In St. Catharines | Sniffspot
55Awesome property! Plenty of space to sniff and play fetch. Love the big trees. It was very secure, my pup loved running around! Ashley left out homemade beef lung treats, fresh rags, poop bags, it was so sweet! I will 100% be back!Sarah T.
Sarah T.
April 2024
Awesome property! Plenty of space to sniff and play fetch. Love the big trees. It was very secure, my pup loved running around! Ashley left out homemade beef lung treats, fresh rags, poop bags, it was so sweet! I will 100% be back!
How do St. Catharines'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 St. Catharines 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. 10% of reviews on Sniffspot visits in the St. Catharines 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 313 fully fenced dog parks in the area. If your dog is reactive to other dogs, you can visit one of our 438 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 St. Catharines?
The best Sniffspot dog beach near St. Catharines is Ellicott Island Bark Park. At Sniffspot beaches dogs can generally be off leash.
Does St. Catharines have any fully fenced dog parks?
Sniffspot has 313 fully fenced dog parks in or near St. Catharines. Browse all fully enclosed options.
Where are good dog hiking trails near St. Catharines?
Can I rent a field for my dog to run near St. Catharines?
There are 45 Sniffspot dog parks that offer fields in or near St. Catharines where dogs can be off leash. The most popular field is GEMMA BEAN AND Friend's Excellent Adventures.
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