55Expansive, beautiful lawn for our dogs to run around in! There was plenty of shade and a sparkling pool to dip your toes in
Ruben was an excellent host!Melissa C.
Melissa C.
May 2024
Expansive, beautiful lawn for our dogs to run around in! There was plenty of shade and a sparkling pool to dip your toes in
Ruben was an excellent host!
Ruben's 1 Acre Fully Fenced Private Dog Park In Merced | Sniffspot
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!
How do Merced's private dog water 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 water parks
Are dog water 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 guests so you can find the perfect place for you and your dog. 93% of reviews on Sniffspot visits are 5 stars. If you are worried about whether you can have an enjoyable water experience, just know that it is possible to have peace of mind when visiting dog waterparks by following basic safety guidelines. Some great ways to stay safe around water with your dog include learning canine CPR and keep an eye on your dog at all times to ensure they are not distressed. You can learn more about safety around water here.
How can I find the best dog water parks in Merced?
How do I know if a dog water park works for my dog?
Start by applying basic filters, such as fencing and distractions, to find a dog park that works for your dog. If your dog doesn't have good recall, you can visit one of our fully fenced dog water parks. If your dog is reactive to other dogs, you can visit one of our dog water parks where there are no dogs audible or visible nearby. Make sure to review the amenities of the spot to see what kind of water features are offered to make sure it works for your dog. If your dog is not a strong swimmer, then perhaps choose a dog water park with tamer water features rather than a river or beach, for instance. We also recommend reading reviews and reaching out to the host with any questions, and of course, checking water park hours.
What are the requirements to bring my dog to a Sniffspot water park?
We require that all dogs 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. Additionally, we recommend following our water safety guidelines.
Will there be other dogs at the Sniffspot water 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 dog water park party, each Sniffspot water park has their own rules regarding special events. Many water parks allow doggie birthday parties, training 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.
What are the coolest doggie water features available?
Sniffspot dog water parks can have a variety of features, everything from swimming pools to rivers to beaches to hoses and kiddie pools. If you are dreaming of a curtain of water, water tunnels, a ball pit pool, water slide ball pits, splash pools or other cool features, you can definitely find amazing features at Sniffspot dog water parks. Each water park is different, so check the details of the park to find the incredible dog water park of your dreams.
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