55Such a lovely space with a kind and welcoming host! The neighborhood is very active which makes it a perfect location to work on training/counterconditioning with a reactive pup. Ashley R.
Ashley R.
July 2023
Such a lovely space with a kind and welcoming host! The neighborhood is very active which makes it a perfect location to work on training/counterconditioning with a reactive pup.
55Great space, host was very nice, water was left out for the pups! Some car & people activity which is good for training reactive dogs like mine! They had a blast and we’ll be back. ☺️Marissa D.
Marissa D.
July 2023
Great space, host was very nice, water was left out for the pups! Some car & people activity which is good for training reactive dogs like mine! They had a blast and we’ll be back. ☺️
55Nice open area for your dog to enjoy. Our dog had fun sniffing and running around. Has some trees for shade on a sunny day. Love the dog poo composter. Jennifer G.
Jennifer G.
August 2023
Nice open area for your dog to enjoy. Our dog had fun sniffing and running around. Has some trees for shade on a sunny day. Love the dog poo composter.
55What an awesome spot! So clean, peaceful, and a great spot to let your pup have some fun! It was the PERFECT spot for travelers like ourselves to split up the drive for our dog to have some fun. Also, Cathy and her family were so nice and kind to us when we arrived and throughout the visit. Whenever we make a trip through this area again, we’ll be sure to visit! Kerryn D.
Kerryn D.
April 2024
What an awesome spot! So clean, peaceful, and a great spot to let your pup have some fun! It was the PERFECT spot for travelers like ourselves to split up the drive for our dog to have some fun. Also, Cathy and her family were so nice and kind to us when we arrived and throughout the visit. Whenever we make a trip through this area again, we’ll be sure to visit!
55Wonderful, fully fenced spot! Cathy was friendly and easy to work with, and everything was as described. My dog had a great time running around off leash.Jonathan S.
Jonathan S.
April 2024
Wonderful, fully fenced spot! Cathy was friendly and easy to work with, and everything was as described. My dog had a great time running around off leash.
55My girls and I loved this Sniffspot! Very secluded and so much room for them to run. The owners were friendly and met us to explain the property. They had fresh water and lots of dog toys out for us to use. There are three separate fields to explore and a walking trail along the White River. The river was too high for my dogs to swim in safely, so I did keep them leashed when we were walking close to it. Once the river is safe to swim in, this spot will be even better! We will definitely be back! Heather K.
Heather K.
August 2024
My girls and I loved this Sniffspot! Very secluded and so much room for them to run. The owners were friendly and met us to explain the property. They had fresh water and lots of dog toys out for us to use. There are three separate fields to explore and a walking trail along the White River. The river was too high for my dogs to swim in safely, so I did keep them leashed when we were walking close to it. Once the river is safe to swim in, this spot will be even better! We will definitely be back!
55Beautiful, private spot along the river. My dogs had a blast running around, playing, swimming .. and left exhausted! 🐶😊
Anthony was awesome. Very responsive.
Everything was very clear, signed, clean, easy. And water, treats, poop bags, trash can all provided.
Highly recommend. We’ll definitely be back! Tracy C.
Tracy C.
August 2024
Beautiful, private spot along the river. My dogs had a blast running around, playing, swimming .. and left exhausted! 🐶😊
Anthony was awesome. Very responsive.
Everything was very clear, signed, clean, easy. And water, treats, poop bags, trash can all provided.
Highly recommend. We’ll definitely be back!
55Great spot to let your pup off leash, particularly in the summer when they aren’t allowed a lot of places. It’s not fenced in, and it is near a road, but the road is quiet, and I felt my pup was safe, even though his recall isn’t 100%. My pup loves swimming in the water and rolling in the grass. The host supplied some toys, poop bags, and bug spray, which was fantastic. We will be back.Alexis B.
Alexis B.
July 2024
Great spot to let your pup off leash, particularly in the summer when they aren’t allowed a lot of places. It’s not fenced in, and it is near a road, but the road is quiet, and I felt my pup was safe, even though his recall isn’t 100%. My pup loves swimming in the water and rolling in the grass. The host supplied some toys, poop bags, and bug spray, which was fantastic. We will be back.
Sonic's Dream Private Dog Park In Canaan | Sniffspot
55Great place! Make sure to bring a towel if the dogs are going on the dock! My pups feet were very muddy!!! Having the 85ft lead was super helpful for one of my pups as he kept trying to go near the road which was busy at the time🙂Trisha H.
Trisha H.
July 2024
Great place! Make sure to bring a towel if the dogs are going on the dock! My pups feet were very muddy!!! Having the 85ft lead was super helpful for one of my pups as he kept trying to go near the road which was busy at the time🙂
Sonic's Dream Private Dog Park In Canaan | Sniffspot
55The dog I brought had a great time, even though she got tired real quick. She got to check out the water area, played ball til she was done. chased a chipmunk, she left happy. It was easy to find.Emily S.
Emily S.
August 2024
The dog I brought had a great time, even though she got tired real quick. She got to check out the water area, played ball til she was done. chased a chipmunk, she left happy. It was easy to find.
Sonic's Dream Private Dog Park In Canaan | Sniffspot
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FAQ about our Hartford 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. 96% of reviews on Sniffspot visits in the Hartford 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 19 fully fenced dog parks in the area. If your dog is reactive to other dogs, you can visit one of our 6 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.
Sniffspot has 19 fully fenced dog parks in or near Hartford. Browse all fully enclosed options.
Where are good dog hiking trails near Hartford?
The Hartford area has 9 Sniffspot locations with private trails for you and your dog to walk or hike. Dogs can generally be off leash on Sniffspot trails. The most popular trail is Bailey's Happy Place.
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