55Leo and I had a blast! This space is beautiful and well kept. Plenty of space to run around in and a beautiful garden and trees for Leo to sniff around. I came down from San Jose and it was well worth the drive. Val is incredibly hospitable and communicative. A really great experience overall.Ayush S.
Ayush S.
August 2023
Leo and I had a blast! This space is beautiful and well kept. Plenty of space to run around in and a beautiful garden and trees for Leo to sniff around. I came down from San Jose and it was well worth the drive. Val is incredibly hospitable and communicative. A really great experience overall.
55Very, very nice! Wish it was closer to us. A nice mix of sun and shade, plenty of free space to run, and a really good option for my standard poodle to really open up her legs and run.Kelsey D.
Kelsey D.
August 2023
Very, very nice! Wish it was closer to us. A nice mix of sun and shade, plenty of free space to run, and a really good option for my standard poodle to really open up her legs and run.
55Val was an amazing host! My reactive pup got to enjoy a large fenced in well maintained yard without the stress of a public shared space. She provided plenty of toys we could use in addition to the ones we brought. I would highly recommend and will definitely book here again.Abbey M.
Abbey M.
September 2023
Val was an amazing host! My reactive pup got to enjoy a large fenced in well maintained yard without the stress of a public shared space. She provided plenty of toys we could use in addition to the ones we brought. I would highly recommend and will definitely book here again.
55Everything’s fantastic for our dog! Well maintained backyard and so much for the dog to explore. The host is very thoughtful and prepared everything we and our pup need. Highly recommended and definitely come back!Hongjun J.
Hongjun J.
September 2023
Everything’s fantastic for our dog! Well maintained backyard and so much for the dog to explore. The host is very thoughtful and prepared everything we and our pup need. Highly recommended and definitely come back!
55The yard is large and beautiful with lots of toys available. Shade and little pools are available too. Brought two border collies here to run and finally saw thwm tired and happy with no stress for me. Julie T.
Julie T.
September 2023
The yard is large and beautiful with lots of toys available. Shade and little pools are available too. Brought two border collies here to run and finally saw thwm tired and happy with no stress for me.
55This sniffspot was beautiful and had lots of places for my dog to run around and explore. The host is very kind, responsive, and provides some water and toys. Amazing time!Leong W.
Leong W.
September 2023
This sniffspot was beautiful and had lots of places for my dog to run around and explore. The host is very kind, responsive, and provides some water and toys. Amazing time!
55Beautiful space with lots of room for dogs to run and play! Host was very thoughtful to provide water and toys for the dogs; it was a great experience. I would definitely come back to this location. Ajita B.
Ajita B.
September 2023
Beautiful space with lots of room for dogs to run and play! Host was very thoughtful to provide water and toys for the dogs; it was a great experience. I would definitely come back to this location.
55Val was very kind as to return an item I forgot the last time I visited. Again this sniffspot was very open, clean, and had lots for my dog to smell and play around. Leong W.
Leong W.
September 2023
Val was very kind as to return an item I forgot the last time I visited. Again this sniffspot was very open, clean, and had lots for my dog to smell and play around.
55We all had such a had such a great time watching our dogs roam around in this beautiful space!! The land was spacious and clean so we felt comfortable as we left them off leash. They ran, they chased, sniffed around, and played ball, until they became tired and decided to relax under the shade of the trees. What a fun adventure! We can’t wait to be back.Vanessa M.
Vanessa M.
October 2023
We all had such a had such a great time watching our dogs roam around in this beautiful space!! The land was spacious and clean so we felt comfortable as we left them off leash. They ran, they chased, sniffed around, and played ball, until they became tired and decided to relax under the shade of the trees. What a fun adventure! We can’t wait to be back.
55Beautiful back yard! There are many areas for the dogs to explore and they loved running across the space. Toys, treats, poop bags and even handwipes provided-- very considerate hosts! Stacey Y.
Stacey Y.
October 2023
Beautiful back yard! There are many areas for the dogs to explore and they loved running across the space. Toys, treats, poop bags and even handwipes provided-- very considerate hosts!
55This is our favorite spot!! Taking my dog here to play is relaxing and stress free for me. My dog loves the freedom of running around the large space. Having peace of mind knowing it is safe and secure with no exits for my dog, is my top priority . Love it!!! Everything is provided as stated in the post - water, toys, poop bags etc. The host is friendly, and very responsive to any questions or if you need help with something. You will not be disappointed if you book. Charmaine M.
Charmaine M.
October 2023
This is our favorite spot!! Taking my dog here to play is relaxing and stress free for me. My dog loves the freedom of running around the large space. Having peace of mind knowing it is safe and secure with no exits for my dog, is my top priority . Love it!!! Everything is provided as stated in the post - water, toys, poop bags etc. The host is friendly, and very responsive to any questions or if you need help with something. You will not be disappointed if you book.
55We had an amazing time! So much space for us to play fetch & we really appreciated the toys provided. We will definitely be booking again!Esperanza R.
Esperanza R.
October 2023
We had an amazing time! So much space for us to play fetch & we really appreciated the toys provided. We will definitely be booking again!
55This is an amazing property and is set up perfectly, from the multiple zones to explore to everything a pup could want: multiple water dishes, shade + sun, a huge area to run and multiple patio areas to relax with toys or treats. The hosts are very welcoming and provide exactly the information that a visitor needs. I couldn’t stop smiling when I saw Oscar running across the yard, obviously happy, curious and relaxed. This was exactly what he needed to break out of the stress of the high dog density in the town where we live.Amy B.
Amy B.
October 2023
This is an amazing property and is set up perfectly, from the multiple zones to explore to everything a pup could want: multiple water dishes, shade + sun, a huge area to run and multiple patio areas to relax with toys or treats. The hosts are very welcoming and provide exactly the information that a visitor needs. I couldn’t stop smiling when I saw Oscar running across the yard, obviously happy, curious and relaxed. This was exactly what he needed to break out of the stress of the high dog density in the town where we live.
55Beautiful place for humans and dogs! Our two pitties had a great time here sniffing all the sniffs. It’s clean and interesting for the pups. Lots to smell. Plenty of room to run around in the grass. We will be back. Esti Y.
Esti Y.
October 2023
Beautiful place for humans and dogs! Our two pitties had a great time here sniffing all the sniffs. It’s clean and interesting for the pups. Lots to smell. Plenty of room to run around in the grass. We will be back.
55One of the best SniffSpots I’ve been to thus far! So much space, fun toys, and an area to dispose of pup waste!! Owner was very responsive and it was easy to get there. Such a great space for a reunion of two best human friends and dog friends♥️Sarah B.
Sarah B.
October 2023
One of the best SniffSpots I’ve been to thus far! So much space, fun toys, and an area to dispose of pup waste!! Owner was very responsive and it was easy to get there. Such a great space for a reunion of two best human friends and dog friends♥️
55We all loved this Sniffspot! It’s very rare to find such a big fenced one so close to San Jose. We had to travel almost an hour to find anything like this.
Not only is it convenient for us but our dogs absolutely loved it. They ran and chased each other about for over half an hour. I’ve not seen them run like that in months!
The Sniffspot has a variety of turfs and experiences for the dogs. The large lawn is great for running and playing fetch, the trees provide shade for the pups to rest under and there are tons of other objects and smells for the dogs to explore.
It’s also quite safe, the pool is covered and the pond is fenced. All the plants in the yard that I could recognize were perfectly safe for dogs.
Overall, I would highly recommend Val’s Sniffspot and I’ll definitely be coming back!Leela P.
Leela P.
October 2023
We all loved this Sniffspot! It’s very rare to find such a big fenced one so close to San Jose. We had to travel almost an hour to find anything like this.
Not only is it convenient for us but our dogs absolutely loved it. They ran and chased each other about for over half an hour. I’ve not seen them run like that in months!
The Sniffspot has a variety of turfs and experiences for the dogs. The large lawn is great for running and playing fetch, the trees provide shade for the pups to rest under and there are tons of other objects and smells for the dogs to explore.
It’s also quite safe, the pool is covered and the pond is fenced. All the plants in the yard that I could recognize were perfectly safe for dogs.
Overall, I would highly recommend Val’s Sniffspot and I’ll definitely be coming back!
55This place is amazing! My puppy enjoyed his time here so much. Very clean and well coordinated. It was very quiet during our stay here and the place has more than enough room to run around for dog and human. Will definitely be coming back. Kaylee K.
Kaylee K.
November 2023
This place is amazing! My puppy enjoyed his time here so much. Very clean and well coordinated. It was very quiet during our stay here and the place has more than enough room to run around for dog and human. Will definitely be coming back.
How do Gilroy'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 Gilroy 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 Gilroy?
There are 24 small dog parks in the Gilroy 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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