55Great spot, highly recommended, will go again. Can't wait!
Suggest using Google Maps to find the place, as it can be a little tricky. There's a side road (really a large driveway) just before/after the large roundabout. Go all the way down this (looking out for the street number), until you see the picture with the van.
There's a paddock with dog toys/pools/bowls by the entrance -- this is the spot.Alan L.
Alan L.
December 2023
Great spot, highly recommended, will go again. Can't wait!
Suggest using Google Maps to find the place, as it can be a little tricky. There's a side road (really a large driveway) just before/after the large roundabout. Go all the way down this (looking out for the street number), until you see the picture with the van.
There's a paddock with dog toys/pools/bowls by the entrance -- this is the spot.
55Awesome spot - would highly recommend!
Follow your GPS app of choice, then you'll find the spot with the pictured van and gate to the left of the residence.
Key things we loved:
⭐️ Fencing kept our two girls (Huntaway x and Jack Russell) contained, so we were happy for them to explore off-leash
⭐️ Clean property with well-maintained grass
⭐️ Several fenced paddocks with natural features like a creek, bushes and trees
⭐️ Gates, in case you want to contain your pup(s) to certain paddocks
⭐️ Lots of tree shade, great for a break from the sun
⭐️ Sniff spots include grass along fences, trees, logs, branches, pinecones and more!
About the surroundings:
ℹ️ There were two horses on the property adjacent to one of the back paddocks. There was double-fencing between them and the horses moved away after a while.
ℹ️ As mentioned in previous reviews, Fred Taylor Park is to the left of the paddocks. There is fencing and plenty of space on the property to maintain distance, in case you're conscious of other people/dogs.
ℹ️ We heard dogs barking a couple of properties away, but we didn't see any other people or animals on/near the property otherwise.
ℹ️ Our Huntaway x can be reactive (on leash) to unfamiliar people or animals, but she had no problems with the surrounding distractions!
Thank you Shelley for hosting a safe space for our pups to play in 🩷 So looking forward to our next visit!!Abby M.
Abby M.
December 2023
Awesome spot - would highly recommend!
Follow your GPS app of choice, then you'll find the spot with the pictured van and gate to the left of the residence.
Key things we loved:
⭐️ Fencing kept our two girls (Huntaway x and Jack Russell) contained, so we were happy for them to explore off-leash
⭐️ Clean property with well-maintained grass
⭐️ Several fenced paddocks with natural features like a creek, bushes and trees
⭐️ Gates, in case you want to contain your pup(s) to certain paddocks
⭐️ Lots of tree shade, great for a break from the sun
⭐️ Sniff spots include grass along fences, trees, logs, branches, pinecones and more!
About the surroundings:
ℹ️ There were two horses on the property adjacent to one of the back paddocks. There was double-fencing between them and the horses moved away after a while.
ℹ️ As mentioned in previous reviews, Fred Taylor Park is to the left of the paddocks. There is fencing and plenty of space on the property to maintain distance, in case you're conscious of other people/dogs.
ℹ️ We heard dogs barking a couple of properties away, but we didn't see any other people or animals on/near the property otherwise.
ℹ️ Our Huntaway x can be reactive (on leash) to unfamiliar people or animals, but she had no problems with the surrounding distractions!
Thank you Shelley for hosting a safe space for our pups to play in 🩷 So looking forward to our next visit!!
55Great place for dogs to roam & play. Nice & quiet with shade from trees and some seats when us humans need a rest. Our dog is happy and we are happy its a win win 🙂Gemma B.
Gemma B.
January 2024
Great place for dogs to roam & play. Nice & quiet with shade from trees and some seats when us humans need a rest. Our dog is happy and we are happy its a win win 🙂
55The dogs had a fantastic time. It was so nice to not have to worry about off lead interlopers.
We did have trouble finding it though even with Google maps. Look for the red brick fence at the entranceAlan B.
Alan B.
January 2024
The dogs had a fantastic time. It was so nice to not have to worry about off lead interlopers.
We did have trouble finding it though even with Google maps. Look for the red brick fence at the entrance
55Dogs loved it! Good mix of shade and sunny paddocks. And clusters of trees with the creek too. And good sized clear areas for a whippet to absolutely motor. Entrance is a little confusing for gps. But there is a big brick entry fence with letter boxes at start of shared driveway. That's a good marker. Head along there and once you are down the drive to the sniffspot there appears to be a couple of entry points/gates to the land. One has a kind of frisbee tied to it ! Enjoy Lisa O.
Lisa O.
January 2024
Dogs loved it! Good mix of shade and sunny paddocks. And clusters of trees with the creek too. And good sized clear areas for a whippet to absolutely motor. Entrance is a little confusing for gps. But there is a big brick entry fence with letter boxes at start of shared driveway. That's a good marker. Head along there and once you are down the drive to the sniffspot there appears to be a couple of entry points/gates to the land. One has a kind of frisbee tied to it ! Enjoy
55This place is great! A nice group of small fields with a creek, chairs and some shade. My dog loved it. There were two horses in the next field over separated by a double fence and some vegetation. My GSD either didn't notice or didn't care. We'll for sure be back!Michael K.
Michael K.
January 2024
This place is great! A nice group of small fields with a creek, chairs and some shade. My dog loved it. There were two horses in the next field over separated by a double fence and some vegetation. My GSD either didn't notice or didn't care. We'll for sure be back!
55Another visit to this spot, the dogs loved the new little obstacles that have been set up. Great place for summer as the dogs can cool off in the stream and there’s shaded areas too.
Thanks again for hosting us 😊Kelly M.
Kelly M.
January 2024
Another visit to this spot, the dogs loved the new little obstacles that have been set up. Great place for summer as the dogs can cool off in the stream and there’s shaded areas too.
Thanks again for hosting us 😊
55Turn off was a bit hard to spot but got there in the end. This was total dog heaven and great that there is somewhere for them to swim as it was a hot day. Will definitely come again.Melanie R.
Melanie R.
January 2024
Turn off was a bit hard to spot but got there in the end. This was total dog heaven and great that there is somewhere for them to swim as it was a hot day. Will definitely come again.
55Back for a New Year’s run around, absolutely pooped, swimming, sticks, running around, more swimming!
And once again, I fully enjoyed rolling in the duck poo… pure bliss!!
Caz V.
Caz V.
January 2024
Back for a New Year’s run around, absolutely pooped, swimming, sticks, running around, more swimming!
And once again, I fully enjoyed rolling in the duck poo… pure bliss!!
55A little difficult to find but thanks to previous reviews we got there! A great place, the girls had a great time! Nice that doggie doo bags are there but shame previous visitors hadn't used them. Came home with a few more 💩 than we did. Thanks heaps, we'll be back!Nikki W.
Nikki W.
January 2024
A little difficult to find but thanks to previous reviews we got there! A great place, the girls had a great time! Nice that doggie doo bags are there but shame previous visitors hadn't used them. Came home with a few more 💩 than we did. Thanks heaps, we'll be back!
55This place is amazing! It was super easy to find thanks to all the pics & reviews. So much space for our pup to run around and he really enjoyed exploring the area. Will definitely be back! Laura R.
Laura R.
January 2024
This place is amazing! It was super easy to find thanks to all the pics & reviews. So much space for our pup to run around and he really enjoyed exploring the area. Will definitely be back!
55I took my furbaby - Orange and his bff - Sasuke. Sasuke is my sister’s furbaby who is highly reactive and super strong, it was the first time we got to see him run free but also choose to stay close to us. Thank you for the amazing space. It was super clean, with plenty of sun and shade for us to watch them from. Host was helpful. Thank you again for making this space what it is, which is a heaven for our furbabies. Will be back for another play soon. To’a T.
To’a T.
January 2024
I took my furbaby - Orange and his bff - Sasuke. Sasuke is my sister’s furbaby who is highly reactive and super strong, it was the first time we got to see him run free but also choose to stay close to us. Thank you for the amazing space. It was super clean, with plenty of sun and shade for us to watch them from. Host was helpful. Thank you again for making this space what it is, which is a heaven for our furbabies. Will be back for another play soon.
55Beautiful spot! We visited recently with my parents and their dogs. Heaps and heaps of space, and multiple spots for them to play in the creek. Was very private and we had no issues with any fences. There were two horses in an adjacent paddock at the back who came over to say hi, completely unfazed by the dogs. It is a bit hard to find if you haven’t looked at all the photos with directions - so do that first coz they really help!Grace L.
Grace L.
January 2024
Beautiful spot! We visited recently with my parents and their dogs. Heaps and heaps of space, and multiple spots for them to play in the creek. Was very private and we had no issues with any fences. There were two horses in an adjacent paddock at the back who came over to say hi, completely unfazed by the dogs. It is a bit hard to find if you haven’t looked at all the photos with directions - so do that first coz they really help!
55Such a cool place for the dogs to run around & explore! Our two dogs loved it so much. I think its such a great way to tire out the dogs without having to worry about the stresses of a public dog park etc. Kelsey S.
Kelsey S.
January 2024
Such a cool place for the dogs to run around & explore! Our two dogs loved it so much. I think its such a great way to tire out the dogs without having to worry about the stresses of a public dog park etc.
55Casper had so much fun exploring and sniffing the area! There was plenty of space to run, and even a box of toys to play with. Thank you so much :)))Selena C.
Selena C.
January 2024
Casper had so much fun exploring and sniffing the area! There was plenty of space to run, and even a box of toys to play with. Thank you so much :)))
55We have visited a few times now with our 2 Rottweilers, Parker and Kadan and also with their friends, Frankie and Gertrude. It's heartwarming to see them running around like crazy and in and out of the creek. The grass is kept short so we worry less about grass seeds. This is a great spot!Mary W.
Mary W.
January 2024
We have visited a few times now with our 2 Rottweilers, Parker and Kadan and also with their friends, Frankie and Gertrude. It's heartwarming to see them running around like crazy and in and out of the creek. The grass is kept short so we worry less about grass seeds. This is a great spot!
55This was a lovely location with lots of space, water and trees for the kids and adults to hang out under while our 2 dogs explored and had a fantastic time chasing each other. I have a dog that can sometimes be reactive so going to a normal dog park is a we bit stressful (actually very stressful) for me. Today I got to completely relax and enjoy watching our pup have so much fun and really let her whippet side of her sprint as fast as she could- pure joy for me to see. I highly recommend this sniff spot.
Thank you Shelley for sharing your space with us.
Ngā mihi,
Jo, Neill, Ava and Ahsoka (pup)
Jo M.
Jo M.
January 2024
This was a lovely location with lots of space, water and trees for the kids and adults to hang out under while our 2 dogs explored and had a fantastic time chasing each other. I have a dog that can sometimes be reactive so going to a normal dog park is a we bit stressful (actually very stressful) for me. Today I got to completely relax and enjoy watching our pup have so much fun and really let her whippet side of her sprint as fast as she could- pure joy for me to see. I highly recommend this sniff spot.
Thank you Shelley for sharing your space with us.
Ngā mihi,
Jo, Neill, Ava and Ahsoka (pup)
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FAQ about our Auckland dog fields
Are dog fields safe?
If you are looking for an adventure, but also looking for safety, Sniffspot dog fields are a great option. While public dog parks have a number of safety issues, such as aggressive dogs, distracted dog owners, disease transmission and general cleanliness, Sniffspot dog parks are much safer than public dog parks. With Sniffspot all bookings are private space for just you and doggy friends you bring with you and we require all dogs to be vaccinated (or have equivalent titers). Especially for training, privacy is ideal. Contrary to public dog parks, all Sniffspot locations are vetted and reviewed by guests so you can find the perfect place for you and your dog for off leash exercise or outdoor training. 93% of reviews on Sniffspot visits are 5 stars, while public dog parks often do not even have verified reviews. All payment is done securely online by credit card in a few simple clicks.
How can I find dog fields in Auckland?
There are 5 dog fields in the Auckland area. The most popular dog field is 4 Acre Fenced Dog Heaven!. You can browse all of our dog fields here.
How do I know if a dog field works for my dog?
All park rental information is available online. Start by filtering parks by fencing, size and distractions, to find a private spot that works for your dog. If your dog has poor recall, you can visit one of our secure fields. If your dog is reactive to other dogs, you can visit one of our dog fields where there are no dogs audible or visible nearby. You can review the details of the listing to make sure it works as your desired activity space, for example, safe dog exercise, dog training, a stress-free adventure with your furry friend or even a puppy event. You can even check the park amenities chart for amenities such as indoor training facilities, agility field, synthetic turf, exercise balls or field parking availability in advance. If inclement weather is an issue or poor field conditions, you can reschedule your visit up to 2 hours in advance.
What are the requirements to bring my dog to a Sniffspot dog field?
We require that all four-legged friends have basic vaccinations or equivalent titers. We do not allow dogs with a bite history. We require that guests sign our waiver and agree to follow our safety rules. Make sure to check host rules before visiting to ensure, for instance, that you are following allowable sports activities rules and any special events rules.
Will there be other dogs at the Sniffspot field at the same time as me?
No. Facility rentals are for private play time and any host dogs are required to be kept away from the area during visits, so this is perfect for a private adventure for you and your doggie friends, and perhaps a human friend. Hosts understand that many guests have dogs in training and are nervous owners. So when you book a Sniffspot dog field you have the entire private spot to yourself. We also enforce 30 min time buffers between time slots so you will not run into other guest dogs or a previous person when coming or leaving in the field parking area. Some hosts may have multiple fields, but there is always a buffer between fields.
How much do Sniffspot fields cost?
Dog fields in the Auckland area range from $15.0 and $15.0. The least expensive dog field is 4 Acre Fenced Dog Heaven!. The most expensive dog field is 4 Acre Fenced Dog Heaven!. Each host sets their own price, so you can check the price on the specific Sniffspot dog park listing.
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