55Ruben is a very gracious host! There is shaded tree cover along the street and on the driveway left of the house near the entry gate for parking. The yard is spacious, clean, and well-maintained. There's lots of comfy seating and shade cover for humans and plenty of trees for shade along the edges of the yard for dogs. The fencing is all 6 ft wooden fence in good shape. We didn't see or hear any other dogs while we were out there. The gate uses a wire to close from the inside. The host is in the process of getting a better latch, but this worked fine for us once he showed us. We went for the pool but only one of ours dared to do more than dip in her toes. Everyone still had an amazing time and came home happy and tired!Jacob L.
Jacob L.
May 2024
Ruben is a very gracious host! There is shaded tree cover along the street and on the driveway left of the house near the entry gate for parking. The yard is spacious, clean, and well-maintained. There's lots of comfy seating and shade cover for humans and plenty of trees for shade along the edges of the yard for dogs. The fencing is all 6 ft wooden fence in good shape. We didn't see or hear any other dogs while we were out there. The gate uses a wire to close from the inside. The host is in the process of getting a better latch, but this worked fine for us once he showed us. We went for the pool but only one of ours dared to do more than dip in her toes. Everyone still had an amazing time and came home happy and tired!
Ruben's 1 Acre Fully Fenced Private Dog Park In Merced | Sniffspot
55Such an amazing space! Beautiful backyard with tons of lush grass to run around in. Our girls even took a dip in the pool a couple times. Host is great! Super friendly and informative, he took the time to walk me around his yard and showed me all the amenities he left out for the dogs. This has been one of our favorite sniff spots to date. We will definitely be back!Joshua C.
Joshua C.
June 2024
Such an amazing space! Beautiful backyard with tons of lush grass to run around in. Our girls even took a dip in the pool a couple times. Host is great! Super friendly and informative, he took the time to walk me around his yard and showed me all the amenities he left out for the dogs. This has been one of our favorite sniff spots to date. We will definitely be back!
Ruben's 1 Acre Fully Fenced Private Dog Park In Merced | Sniffspot
55We had a wonderful time! The yard was beautiful and clean, there was lots of shade and places to sit/relax. The host was very kind and even showed us around the area. We will definitely be visiting this spot again, as my pups loved it!Lilyana F.
Lilyana F.
June 2024
We had a wonderful time! The yard was beautiful and clean, there was lots of shade and places to sit/relax. The host was very kind and even showed us around the area. We will definitely be visiting this spot again, as my pups loved it!
Ruben's 1 Acre Fully Fenced Private Dog Park In Merced | Sniffspot
55Ruben and his wife Angelica are such gracious hosts! They have an amazing yard with everything your dog could want to have an incredible time. Camo loved sniffing around the yard and jumping in their large pool and I was able to sit in the shade and relax. I brought toys, a water bowl and a towel but Ruben provided all of those items. We will definitely be back soon. Thank you Ruben!Lauren R.
Lauren R.
July 2024
Ruben and his wife Angelica are such gracious hosts! They have an amazing yard with everything your dog could want to have an incredible time. Camo loved sniffing around the yard and jumping in their large pool and I was able to sit in the shade and relax. I brought toys, a water bowl and a towel but Ruben provided all of those items. We will definitely be back soon. Thank you Ruben!
Ruben's 1 Acre Fully Fenced Private Dog Park In Merced | Sniffspot
55We had an amazing time. It was perfect my dobie enjoyed swimming in the pool and chasing water toys,. Just what she needed for muscles and joints water therapy 🐾🥰 my husky not a fan of the pool but loved the space and lives up to sniffspot. Looking for lizards, squirrels and all the smells and Ruben and his wife for amazing hosts and turned on the sprinklers for a husky to lay in both very happy dogs! Happy dogs happy momLei B.
Lei B.
July 2024
We had an amazing time. It was perfect my dobie enjoyed swimming in the pool and chasing water toys,. Just what she needed for muscles and joints water therapy 🐾🥰 my husky not a fan of the pool but loved the space and lives up to sniffspot. Looking for lizards, squirrels and all the smells and Ruben and his wife for amazing hosts and turned on the sprinklers for a husky to lay in both very happy dogs! Happy dogs happy mom
Ruben's 1 Acre Fully Fenced Private Dog Park In Merced | Sniffspot
55This was our second time coming to this spot and we had just as much fun as the first time! I felt comfortable bringing my smaller fear-reactive dog this time around and she absolutely loved it. The yard was clean and quiet + the host even had a sprinkler going in which the dogs enjoyed!Lilyana F.
Lilyana F.
July 2024
This was our second time coming to this spot and we had just as much fun as the first time! I felt comfortable bringing my smaller fear-reactive dog this time around and she absolutely loved it. The yard was clean and quiet + the host even had a sprinkler going in which the dogs enjoyed!
Ruben's 1 Acre Fully Fenced Private Dog Park In Merced | Sniffspot
55Had my first visit to this spot & it was great! Tons of grass for my 7 month old Dalmatian to run & play in. The whole yard was tidy & well maintained. The pool was clean & great for my pup as she is currently learning to swim on her own. I met the owner & he was super welcoming & friendly. Vianna M.
Vianna M.
July 2024
Had my first visit to this spot & it was great! Tons of grass for my 7 month old Dalmatian to run & play in. The whole yard was tidy & well maintained. The pool was clean & great for my pup as she is currently learning to swim on her own. I met the owner & he was super welcoming & friendly.
Ruben's 1 Acre Fully Fenced Private Dog Park In Merced | Sniffspot
55It was great to stop by this awesome spot on our way to Yosemite. This is Artie Suburban Dog Park. One of my poopies left a paws 🐾🐾 Thank you for having us.James K.
James K.
July 2024
It was great to stop by this awesome spot on our way to Yosemite. This is Artie Suburban Dog Park. One of my poopies left a paws 🐾🐾 Thank you for having us.
Ruben's 1 Acre Fully Fenced Private Dog Park In Merced | Sniffspot
55Reactive dog friendly! Small and big dog friendly! Best sniffspot we’ve seen and been to so far! Everything was super clean the host was super nice and helpful! If you are struggling with picking a spot trust me choose this one 😊super big yard !Melanie G.
Melanie G.
July 2024
Reactive dog friendly! Small and big dog friendly! Best sniffspot we’ve seen and been to so far! Everything was super clean the host was super nice and helpful! If you are struggling with picking a spot trust me choose this one 😊super big yard !
Ruben's 1 Acre Fully Fenced Private Dog Park In Merced | Sniffspot
55Took the girls today before it got to hot. The sniffspot was all ready for us😁 upon entering the yard there were a basket full of balls, poop tools available and a toss ring waiting for us . It was perfect!!!
Swimming, zoomies, smell the news, hide and go seek, fetch... Bring me the balls.
Perfection 🐾🐾🐾🐾👣❤️Lei B.
Lei B.
July 2024
Took the girls today before it got to hot. The sniffspot was all ready for us😁 upon entering the yard there were a basket full of balls, poop tools available and a toss ring waiting for us . It was perfect!!!
Swimming, zoomies, smell the news, hide and go seek, fetch... Bring me the balls.
Perfection 🐾🐾🐾🐾👣❤️
Ruben's 1 Acre Fully Fenced Private Dog Park In Merced | Sniffspot
55My dog Yachiru had so much fun 🤩. It’s a really nice and clean backyard. There’s a pool that feels nice so it’s great for the summer. The host is very nice and welcoming. The fence is great for big dogs too! I didn’t have to worry about my Husky jumping over. Will definitely come back again (:Jacky Z.
Jacky Z.
August 2024
My dog Yachiru had so much fun 🤩. It’s a really nice and clean backyard. There’s a pool that feels nice so it’s great for the summer. The host is very nice and welcoming. The fence is great for big dogs too! I didn’t have to worry about my Husky jumping over. Will definitely come back again (:
Ruben's 1 Acre Fully Fenced Private Dog Park In Merced | Sniffspot
55BEST SPOT! This spot has everything a dog could dream of! My dog loved exploring the whole yard and sniffing everywhere. She was so happy to be able to go swimming as well and I couldn’t get her out of the pool. The host was very nice, communicated well beforehand and met us at the yard to show us everything as this was our first visit. We will definitely be back! Avneet H.
Avneet H.
August 2024
BEST SPOT! This spot has everything a dog could dream of! My dog loved exploring the whole yard and sniffing everywhere. She was so happy to be able to go swimming as well and I couldn’t get her out of the pool. The host was very nice, communicated well beforehand and met us at the yard to show us everything as this was our first visit. We will definitely be back!
Ruben's 1 Acre Fully Fenced Private Dog Park In Merced | Sniffspot
55Visited on national dog Day with my fur babies ❤️🐾🐾🐾🐾 it was perfect My senior Coco dobie whom loves swimming in the pool and a husky Togo whom loves looking up in the trees on squirrel watch and playing in the sprinklers Lei B.
Lei B.
August 2024
Visited on national dog Day with my fur babies ❤️🐾🐾🐾🐾 it was perfect My senior Coco dobie whom loves swimming in the pool and a husky Togo whom loves looking up in the trees on squirrel watch and playing in the sprinklers
Ruben's 1 Acre Fully Fenced Private Dog Park In Merced | Sniffspot
55Another amazing visit😁 each time is something new for my dogs today to my surprise Togo went in the pool on his own to swim 🙌 1st for him and I am so proud❣️🐾🐾 thank you Ruben and family for giving us the opportunity to make very special new memories Lei B.
Lei B.
August 2024
Another amazing visit😁 each time is something new for my dogs today to my surprise Togo went in the pool on his own to swim 🙌 1st for him and I am so proud❣️🐾🐾 thank you Ruben and family for giving us the opportunity to make very special new memories
Ruben's 1 Acre Fully Fenced Private Dog Park In Merced | Sniffspot
55This spot is heaven on earth for my poopies. We are on a 4 day holiday weekend, and had to stop at Mr. Ruben’s spot. Thank you for having us.James K.
James K.
September 2024
This spot is heaven on earth for my poopies. We are on a 4 day holiday weekend, and had to stop at Mr. Ruben’s spot. Thank you for having us.
55My dogs love running around I this backyard. There’s plenty of space to play and lots of plants for them to sniff 😊Shannon H.
Shannon H.
April 2023
My dogs love running around I this backyard. There’s plenty of space to play and lots of plants for them to sniff 😊
How do Merced'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 our Merced 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 Merced 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 51 fully fenced dog parks in the area. If your dog is reactive to other dogs, you can visit one of our 5 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.
Does Merced have any fully fenced dog parks?
Sniffspot has 51 fully fenced dog parks in or near Merced. Browse all fully enclosed options.
Sniffspot has dog parks with agility equipment and/or dog obstacles in or near Merced. The most popular agility option is PAW Forward Doggie Park, Manteca.
Where in Merced can I find a pool for dog swimming?