55Dogs love our visits, as always! If you want to explore with your dog, bring snowshoes as the snow is deep to traverse in areas, and if you have an older dog you’ll want to cut a bit of trail. My older dog struggled but I knocked down some paths for him Meg D.
Meg D.
January 2023
Dogs love our visits, as always! If you want to explore with your dog, bring snowshoes as the snow is deep to traverse in areas, and if you have an older dog you’ll want to cut a bit of trail. My older dog struggled but I knocked down some paths for him
55Great spot, as always, and so beautiful in the winter.
If your dog has poor recall and tends to run away just know that the snow blocks the gate from closing/opening fully. No problem for us, but perhaps important to others :)Catherine D.
Catherine D.
February 2023
Great spot, as always, and so beautiful in the winter.
If your dog has poor recall and tends to run away just know that the snow blocks the gate from closing/opening fully. No problem for us, but perhaps important to others :)
55Excellent large fenced-in area to bring my reactive dog to play. It was also clean and there's a garbage at the gate to easily dispose of your dog waste before leaving. Meagan D.
Meagan D.
March 2023
Excellent large fenced-in area to bring my reactive dog to play. It was also clean and there's a garbage at the gate to easily dispose of your dog waste before leaving.
55We have an older german shepherd, who is not great with other dogs. It’s been hard finding a safe space to let her run around and enjoy herself since moving to Ottawa. This was the perfect spot for us, and we’ll be back with her and our puppy in the future! Kenz B.
Kenz B.
April 2023
We have an older german shepherd, who is not great with other dogs. It’s been hard finding a safe space to let her run around and enjoy herself since moving to Ottawa. This was the perfect spot for us, and we’ll be back with her and our puppy in the future!
55absolutely loved our visit today!!! first time trying sniffspot and will now be recommending to everyone!! millie had so much fun and was absolutely pooped afterwards! five stars all around thank you clayton!!Mia S.
Mia S.
April 2023
absolutely loved our visit today!!! first time trying sniffspot and will now be recommending to everyone!! millie had so much fun and was absolutely pooped afterwards! five stars all around thank you clayton!!
55My dog is petrified of other dogs as he’s an abused rescue. This place is perfect for him! Today was our first visit and he was nervous smelling all the other animals but over time he will learn that it’s a safe space just for him. Love this idea and love that there is a place to take him where he can run free! Zahrah H.
Zahrah H.
April 2023
My dog is petrified of other dogs as he’s an abused rescue. This place is perfect for him! Today was our first visit and he was nervous smelling all the other animals but over time he will learn that it’s a safe space just for him. Love this idea and love that there is a place to take him where he can run free!
55I had an absolutely amazing time and so did my dog. Lots of space to run, play fetch and do some training. The host was also amazing and very helpful. My dog is absolutely exhausted which was the goal so thank you so much! Definitely highly recommend Nona A.
Nona A.
April 2023
I had an absolutely amazing time and so did my dog. Lots of space to run, play fetch and do some training. The host was also amazing and very helpful. My dog is absolutely exhausted which was the goal so thank you so much! Definitely highly recommend
55We absolutely loved our visit and will be back!! The property was very clean and had a bowl of fresh water. We walked the whole perimeter and didn't see a spot where my dog (german shep) could escape. There was a towel and garbage by the gate. The field is pretty damp and muddy is some places. Bring extra water and towel as your dog will be dirty. Dominique D.
Dominique D.
April 2023
We absolutely loved our visit and will be back!! The property was very clean and had a bowl of fresh water. We walked the whole perimeter and didn't see a spot where my dog (german shep) could escape. There was a towel and garbage by the gate. The field is pretty damp and muddy is some places. Bring extra water and towel as your dog will be dirty.
55Great spot to let the dogs run and play without worry. A lot of people had comments about the style of fence and that it was broken. We had no issues with any of the fence being broken but it is a farm style wire fence (pictures can be seen if you click through the images on the site) so if you're not comfortable with that type of fence I would check out the pictures before booking.
The only thing that would be great is if there was a parking lot as right now you have to park along the road but we already knew that before booking so it was fine.
Overall we had a great experience and would definitely book again. Shouldn't have to state the obvious but we booked in April. There are puddles. There is mud. IT IS SPRING. So if you go in the spring be prepared for a dirty happy dog after your visit. Taylor H.
Taylor H.
April 2023
Great spot to let the dogs run and play without worry. A lot of people had comments about the style of fence and that it was broken. We had no issues with any of the fence being broken but it is a farm style wire fence (pictures can be seen if you click through the images on the site) so if you're not comfortable with that type of fence I would check out the pictures before booking.
The only thing that would be great is if there was a parking lot as right now you have to park along the road but we already knew that before booking so it was fine.
Overall we had a great experience and would definitely book again. Shouldn't have to state the obvious but we booked in April. There are puddles. There is mud. IT IS SPRING. So if you go in the spring be prepared for a dirty happy dog after your visit.
55Southridge Dog Spot hosted by Clayton M. was fantastic! We were first-timers, so had no idea what to expect. I was pleasantly surprised to find that the Spot was easy to locate and seems to be managed really well. The area was big enough to allow the pups to run around but not big enough that I couldn't keep my eye on them. I was also re-assured that the fence was, indeed, secure. Therefore, I could enjoy my visit with no stress. Will be back for sure! Terry D.
Terry D.
April 2023
Southridge Dog Spot hosted by Clayton M. was fantastic! We were first-timers, so had no idea what to expect. I was pleasantly surprised to find that the Spot was easy to locate and seems to be managed really well. The area was big enough to allow the pups to run around but not big enough that I couldn't keep my eye on them. I was also re-assured that the fence was, indeed, secure. Therefore, I could enjoy my visit with no stress. Will be back for sure!
55Great spot to have a walk around with my girls! Was introduced to it through the rescue I'm fostering/adopting from and even the rain couldn't stop us!
The road parking is fine and fencing was no issue for us!Meredith P.
Meredith P.
May 2023
Great spot to have a walk around with my girls! Was introduced to it through the rescue I'm fostering/adopting from and even the rain couldn't stop us!
The road parking is fine and fencing was no issue for us!
55I visited the spot on May 2nd with my 2 aussies, and we had a blast. The spot was clean and everything was in perfect condition, as always. Tip: remember to wear rain boots - this is is a big open field, and we are in the middle of spring! Catherine D.
Catherine D.
May 2023
I visited the spot on May 2nd with my 2 aussies, and we had a blast. The spot was clean and everything was in perfect condition, as always. Tip: remember to wear rain boots - this is is a big open field, and we are in the middle of spring!
55Great updated gate to get into the park, love it! It is still well maintained. If you have a long coated dog avoid the little hill, there are some burrsMaëva L.
Maëva L.
May 2023
Great updated gate to get into the park, love it! It is still well maintained. If you have a long coated dog avoid the little hill, there are some burrs
55Great private park, lots of room for dogs to run and explore. Good fencing no worries about dog sneaking off. And very well kept and clean and good parking away from the road. Will definitely be back again!!!!Lily K.
Lily K.
May 2023
Great private park, lots of room for dogs to run and explore. Good fencing no worries about dog sneaking off. And very well kept and clean and good parking away from the road. Will definitely be back again!!!!
How do Nepean'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 Nepean 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. 94% of reviews on Sniffspot visits in the Nepean 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 21 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.
Does Nepean have any fully fenced dog parks?
Sniffspot has 21 fully fenced dog parks in or near Nepean. Browse all fully enclosed options.
Where are good dog hiking trails near Nepean?
The Nepean area has 5 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 LK Farm private dog park in Metcalfe.