55First time using Sniffspot and this was an awesome first experience. This is the most perfect place for a reactive dog. Easy to find and we entered the yard through the garage. The yard was super clean with tons of toys and water. The owners went as far as to shut the blinds to the house to offer privacy which I thought was very kind and generous. There was a shaded area with chairs and tables; we were able to bring lunch while our dogs played. The yard was very well maintained that we felt we didn’t need to watch our dogs every move. They were able to play freely and safely. Thanks so much Pepper and Lori for sharing your cute and cozy yard with Batman and Rosie 💛Olivia V.
Olivia V.
October 2022
First time using Sniffspot and this was an awesome first experience. This is the most perfect place for a reactive dog. Easy to find and we entered the yard through the garage. The yard was super clean with tons of toys and water. The owners went as far as to shut the blinds to the house to offer privacy which I thought was very kind and generous. There was a shaded area with chairs and tables; we were able to bring lunch while our dogs played. The yard was very well maintained that we felt we didn’t need to watch our dogs every move. They were able to play freely and safely. Thanks so much Pepper and Lori for sharing your cute and cozy yard with Batman and Rosie 💛
55My pup loved playing in pepper’s yard! There were plenty of toys and water out for him and tons of space to run around. We will definitely be coming back!Giovanna T.
Giovanna T.
October 2022
My pup loved playing in pepper’s yard! There were plenty of toys and water out for him and tons of space to run around. We will definitely be coming back!
55Great backyard, our dogs had a lot of fun! Fully fenced and secure. Plenty of grass to run on and bushes to sniff. Was very welcoming with the dog toys and water bowls. Overall a great place for apartment-living dogs to stretch their legs, we will be back!Jessica I.
Jessica I.
November 2022
Great backyard, our dogs had a lot of fun! Fully fenced and secure. Plenty of grass to run on and bushes to sniff. Was very welcoming with the dog toys and water bowls. Overall a great place for apartment-living dogs to stretch their legs, we will be back!
55My Prince loved running around and I got some exercise as well. Place is very safe for pups! 🥰 Our favorite sniff spot now! Thank you so much for having us Lori and Pepper 💕Nedinia F.
Nedinia F.
November 2022
My Prince loved running around and I got some exercise as well. Place is very safe for pups! 🥰 Our favorite sniff spot now! Thank you so much for having us Lori and Pepper 💕
55I brought a dog training client, and it was a perfect place to work on exercises! Quiet, shady, places to sit, water, towel, toys.. fantastic spot! Will definitely rent again!Brandi H.
Brandi H.
November 2022
I brought a dog training client, and it was a perfect place to work on exercises! Quiet, shady, places to sit, water, towel, toys.. fantastic spot! Will definitely rent again!
55My 2 year old super sniffer Finn had a wonderful time exploring! The yard was clean, well secured, & water for both human & dog! Highly recommend!Kim W.
Kim W.
September 2022
My 2 year old super sniffer Finn had a wonderful time exploring! The yard was clean, well secured, & water for both human & dog! Highly recommend!
55We had the BEST time! Pepper's sniffspot was very cool and shady. We brought our throwing stick and ball, but they had some toys there. There were water bowls and a note from Pepper. Easy to access and we would definitely go back. Barbara S.
Barbara S.
September 2022
We had the BEST time! Pepper's sniffspot was very cool and shady. We brought our throwing stick and ball, but they had some toys there. There were water bowls and a note from Pepper. Easy to access and we would definitely go back.
55Amazing shady and cool backyard! Securely fenced in, a lot of toys, plenty of clean water and doggie bags/trash bin. Everything you need to show your pups a good time! Our 3 dogs loved it and we will definitely be return customers!Leah D.
Leah D.
September 2022
Amazing shady and cool backyard! Securely fenced in, a lot of toys, plenty of clean water and doggie bags/trash bin. Everything you need to show your pups a good time! Our 3 dogs loved it and we will definitely be return customers!
55Pepper’s place is fantastic!! My dog was able to run around without any concern or distractions. Water and toys were provided as well as poop bags and a little trash can for them. We will definitely be coming back!Emma L.
Emma L.
October 2022
Pepper’s place is fantastic!! My dog was able to run around without any concern or distractions. Water and toys were provided as well as poop bags and a little trash can for them. We will definitely be coming back!
55Our dogs Mustang Sally and Dashford had a great time playing here. Pepper was very fun and friendly. They especially loved running up the hill at the back of the yard and there was drinking water as well as toys available for the pups. Lori was a great host too! Thanks! John S.
John S.
October 2022
Our dogs Mustang Sally and Dashford had a great time playing here. Pepper was very fun and friendly. They especially loved running up the hill at the back of the yard and there was drinking water as well as toys available for the pups. Lori was a great host too! Thanks!
55I brought my girl Coco to have some off leash time, and she had the best time exploring the backyard. She LOVED the hill in the back and ran around for the full hour of our visit. She can be reactive at times, and our hosts were kind enough to make sure Pepper was completely out of sight for our whole visit so Coco could relax. Thank you so much for sharing your wonderful yard, we hope to be able to play with Pepper someday! Megan C.
Megan C.
October 2022
I brought my girl Coco to have some off leash time, and she had the best time exploring the backyard. She LOVED the hill in the back and ran around for the full hour of our visit. She can be reactive at times, and our hosts were kind enough to make sure Pepper was completely out of sight for our whole visit so Coco could relax. Thank you so much for sharing your wonderful yard, we hope to be able to play with Pepper someday!
55Such a cute, calm space! We had a pup play date here and it was the perfect neutral spot for our reactive pups to explore and play. Thank you so much!Frida H.
Frida H.
October 2022
Such a cute, calm space! We had a pup play date here and it was the perfect neutral spot for our reactive pups to explore and play. Thank you so much!
55Easy access, great communication. Ginger loved being able to play catch and there was plenty of room for it. Fun little areas to explore as well. Very peaceful and shady here. We’ll be back! Emily B.
Emily B.
October 2022
Easy access, great communication. Ginger loved being able to play catch and there was plenty of room for it. Fun little areas to explore as well. Very peaceful and shady here. We’ll be back! 
55Gunner and I had a fantastic time @ Pepper's house. Beautiful yard, fun toys to play with, Pepper of course and lovely humans to chat with. We will be back!Wednesday M.
Wednesday M.
October 2022
Gunner and I had a fantastic time @ Pepper's house. Beautiful yard, fun toys to play with, Pepper of course and lovely humans to chat with. We will be back!
55It was a successful outing for my pups. The yard is beautiful. The amenities were ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ with clean water bowls, toys, poop bags (although we always bring our own) poop can, flat grassy area plus a jungly slope that provided interesting activities and stimulation for all levels of my three-gereration-pack. Minette O.
Minette O.
October 2022
It was a successful outing for my pups. The yard is beautiful. The amenities were ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ with clean water bowls, toys, poop bags (although we always bring our own) poop can, flat grassy area plus a jungly slope that provided interesting activities and stimulation for all levels of my three-gereration-pack.
55Second time visiting and this time Pepper came out to play. Lori is a very welcoming host and Pepper is the best playmate. My pup had a blast; we’ll definitely be back. Sarah G.
Sarah G.
October 2022
Second time visiting and this time Pepper came out to play. Lori is a very welcoming host and Pepper is the best playmate. My pup had a blast; we’ll definitely be back.
55This home is in Rancho Bernardo and should not be listed as San Diego. Long drive for us in the east county. The Yard is fun for the dogs and I wish it were closer. Water is available and the hillside is an extra treat. Lovely shade and a table to sit at too.Theresa F.
Theresa F.
August 2022
This home is in Rancho Bernardo and should not be listed as San Diego. Long drive for us in the east county. The Yard is fun for the dogs and I wish it were closer. Water is available and the hillside is an extra treat. Lovely shade and a table to sit at too.
How do Laguna Niguel'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 Laguna Niguel 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 Laguna Niguel?
There are 186 small dog parks in the Laguna Niguel 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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