55Beautiful spot on the river with a nice long yard to run in and plenty of areas to sniff! Hosts provided fresh water & ice for the dog, a nice shady area to sit, and were very pleasant. Kelly P.
Kelly P.
May 2023
Beautiful spot on the river with a nice long yard to run in and plenty of areas to sniff! Hosts provided fresh water & ice for the dog, a nice shady area to sit, and were very pleasant.
55This was our first time using SniffSpot and I am SO glad we chose this location. The host popped her head out to advise she had left cold water, a bowl, and ice for my dog and offered us a cold soda. The yard was clean and great for throwing a ball around. There was sun and shade, a place to sit, and the host was extremely hospitable while leaving us to play. This was my dog’s first time off leash and she raced up and down playing ball and wagging her tail. We will absolutely be back. Thank you! Sasha L.
Sasha L.
May 2023
This was our first time using SniffSpot and I am SO glad we chose this location. The host popped her head out to advise she had left cold water, a bowl, and ice for my dog and offered us a cold soda. The yard was clean and great for throwing a ball around. There was sun and shade, a place to sit, and the host was extremely hospitable while leaving us to play. This was my dog’s first time off leash and she raced up and down playing ball and wagging her tail. We will absolutely be back. Thank you!
55Absolutely amazing! Property was perfect for the dogs to run around and get some energy out. Right on the water, beautiful spot! Also, the hosts were extremely friendly and accommodating. Would recommend!Aimee M.
Aimee M.
June 2023
Absolutely amazing! Property was perfect for the dogs to run around and get some energy out. Right on the water, beautiful spot! Also, the hosts were extremely friendly and accommodating. Would recommend!
55We had another great visit today on short notice! The hosts are great about adding thoughtful touches for the pups - Grace really enjoyed having ice in her water bowl :)Kelly P.
Kelly P.
June 2023
We had another great visit today on short notice! The hosts are great about adding thoughtful touches for the pups - Grace really enjoyed having ice in her water bowl :)
55Kelly was a wonderful host. Treats, toys, water with ice for my pup, and even a cooler with some soda and water for me! The yard was beautiful with a great view. I’d recommend this spot for anyone looking for a space for their pup to unwind, relax, and play!Kris P.
Kris P.
July 2023
Kelly was a wonderful host. Treats, toys, water with ice for my pup, and even a cooler with some soda and water for me! The yard was beautiful with a great view. I’d recommend this spot for anyone looking for a space for their pup to unwind, relax, and play!
55Beautiful fenced in property! The dogs had a blast and Kelly was so kind to give the dogs ice cold water and drinks. Thanks for hosting us!Jennifer D.
Jennifer D.
August 2023
Beautiful fenced in property! The dogs had a blast and Kelly was so kind to give the dogs ice cold water and drinks. Thanks for hosting us!
55The spot was sunny and the view was beautiful. Plenty of grass for our fur babies to run around. Kelly thinks of everything from dog bowls full of ice water for the dogs to bottles of water for us to poop bags, balls and treats for the dogs. Plus the little shed was a perfect shade spot for the dogs. 1 hour was more than enough for our 2 dogsNatalia R.
Natalia R.
August 2023
The spot was sunny and the view was beautiful. Plenty of grass for our fur babies to run around. Kelly thinks of everything from dog bowls full of ice water for the dogs to bottles of water for us to poop bags, balls and treats for the dogs. Plus the little shed was a perfect shade spot for the dogs. 1 hour was more than enough for our 2 dogs
55This spot was great! The view of the river was enjoyable for me and my dog loved playing fetch in the yard. The host left treats, toys and cold water in the backyard for our dog. Parking was a breeze with a reserved spot. The fence went all the way around and looked secure
Shannon C.
Shannon C.
September 2023
This spot was great! The view of the river was enjoyable for me and my dog loved playing fetch in the yard. The host left treats, toys and cold water in the backyard for our dog. Parking was a breeze with a reserved spot. The fence went all the way around and looked secure
Catrina's Fully Fenced Yard To Rent In East Rock | Sniffspot
55Great little yard! Caterina was kind enough to leave us a bowl of water and ball to play with. This would be a lovely spot to enjoy some ice cream from Elena’s or a treat from Atticus Market while your four-legged family member can stretch their legs! We will be back to enjoy this spot again! Madeline C.
Madeline C.
July 2024
Great little yard! Caterina was kind enough to leave us a bowl of water and ball to play with. This would be a lovely spot to enjoy some ice cream from Elena’s or a treat from Atticus Market while your four-legged family member can stretch their legs! We will be back to enjoy this spot again!
How do New Haven'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
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Spots are designed for safety and both hosts and guests are reviewed after each visit
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FAQ about our New Haven 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 New Haven 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 258 fully fenced dog parks in the area. If your dog is reactive to other dogs, you can visit one of our 42 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 New Haven have any fully fenced dog parks?
Sniffspot has 258 fully fenced dog parks in or near New Haven. Browse all fully enclosed options.
Where are good dog hiking trails near New Haven?
The New Haven area has 10 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 Paws Paradise at Freedom Farm Homestead.
Are there dog agility courses for rent in New Haven?
Sniffspot has dog parks with agility equipment and/or dog obstacles in or near New Haven. The most popular agility option is Vicky's Downback Private Dog Park.
Where in New Haven can I find a pool for dog swimming?
Can I rent a field for my dog to run near New Haven?
There are 40 Sniffspot dog parks that offer fields in or near New Haven where dogs can be off leash. The most popular field is Private Dog Park In Thornwood.