55Sniff Spot was the perfect place to let my pup burn off some energy. The spacious area was ideal for a game of fetch. My dogs were completely exhausted after just 30 minutes! I'll definitely be coming back.Alondra T.
Alondra T.
September 2024
Sniff Spot was the perfect place to let my pup burn off some energy. The spacious area was ideal for a game of fetch. My dogs were completely exhausted after just 30 minutes! I'll definitely be coming back.
55An absolute GEM. As wonderful for the people as for the dogs! Met the very hospitable guest (at my request) just to introduce ourselves on our first visit. Loved the views of course, as well as the mix of small shaded areas and sun. Plenty of seating or by the water’s edge!
This fenceless spot is ideal for dogs with good recall that won’t go after the geese families or onto the adjacent property. Very far back from the road so all in all one feels really like on a remote little slice of heaven. Can’t wait to go back!Anna K.
Anna K.
October 2024
An absolute GEM. As wonderful for the people as for the dogs! Met the very hospitable guest (at my request) just to introduce ourselves on our first visit. Loved the views of course, as well as the mix of small shaded areas and sun. Plenty of seating or by the water’s edge!
This fenceless spot is ideal for dogs with good recall that won’t go after the geese families or onto the adjacent property. Very far back from the road so all in all one feels really like on a remote little slice of heaven. Can’t wait to go back!
55This was such a nice space to bring my dogs while here on vacation. They don’t get much off leash freedom while we’ve been camping and visiting family, so I’m glad they had it today.
The space is large and open, access to the lake, plenty of seating and plenty of shade.
Your dogs should have amazing recall, as there is no fence and the potential for lots of geese or ducks. Lisa C.
Lisa C.
October 2024
This was such a nice space to bring my dogs while here on vacation. They don’t get much off leash freedom while we’ve been camping and visiting family, so I’m glad they had it today.
The space is large and open, access to the lake, plenty of seating and plenty of shade.
Your dogs should have amazing recall, as there is no fence and the potential for lots of geese or ducks.
55Beautiful spot! The dogs had a great time and we enjoyed being out by the lake. There's a cement barrier to protect the property from the lake so the dogs do not have direct access to the water unless they climb down a bit on the cement. Carol D.
Carol D.
October 2024
Beautiful spot! The dogs had a great time and we enjoyed being out by the lake. There's a cement barrier to protect the property from the lake so the dogs do not have direct access to the water unless they climb down a bit on the cement.
55Wonderful experience! All of my doggos loved the yard and appreciated the field trip to a new spot! I was relieved to be able to let everyone play off leash in a clean, secure, and spacious environment! Thank you so much!🥰Ryanne K.
Ryanne K.
October 2021
Wonderful experience! All of my doggos loved the yard and appreciated the field trip to a new spot! I was relieved to be able to let everyone play off leash in a clean, secure, and spacious environment! Thank you so much!🥰
55Very clean, well-maintained grass, no mud or bare dirt spots. Spacious enough for my Aussie and GSD mix to romp and fetch for about 30 minutes. Parking was a bit of a challenge on a Sunday; not at all related to the site. It is a very good, close option for us in Norfolk.Kathryn S.
Kathryn S.
October 2021
Very clean, well-maintained grass, no mud or bare dirt spots. Spacious enough for my Aussie and GSD mix to romp and fetch for about 30 minutes. Parking was a bit of a challenge on a Sunday; not at all related to the site. It is a very good, close option for us in Norfolk.
Walden Farm & Homestead **Temp Closed for Maintenence** | Sniffspot
55The Homestead was such a cool place for Onyx to run free! The owner was a great host and upon us talking, we decided to let our pups run loose together and play. I love the amenities she provides for the guests such as trash bags, dog toys, water, shady spots for guests to sit at and more! Will def be returning here! 🤍 1 acre of fun under the sun! Jessica R.
Jessica R.
March 2022
The Homestead was such a cool place for Onyx to run free! The owner was a great host and upon us talking, we decided to let our pups run loose together and play. I love the amenities she provides for the guests such as trash bags, dog toys, water, shady spots for guests to sit at and more! Will def be returning here! 🤍 1 acre of fun under the sun!
Walden Farm & Homestead **Temp Closed for Maintenence** | Sniffspot
55I’m a dog trainer and I just found out about sniffspot 2 days ago and I’m obsessed. Our host was fantastic! The space is wonderful, so much room for the dogs to play fetch and work on long distance stays and recalls. The host sent welcoming messages and updates about the yard’s condition after it rained the day before. I brought 4 dogs with me and they had such an amazing time. I can’t wait to tell my clients about our experience. I hate dog parks and have my clients steer clear of them, so this is a fantastic place for dogs to play in a safe and secure environment. If I could give 100 stars, I would!Emma R.
Emma R.
March 2022
I’m a dog trainer and I just found out about sniffspot 2 days ago and I’m obsessed. Our host was fantastic! The space is wonderful, so much room for the dogs to play fetch and work on long distance stays and recalls. The host sent welcoming messages and updates about the yard’s condition after it rained the day before. I brought 4 dogs with me and they had such an amazing time. I can’t wait to tell my clients about our experience. I hate dog parks and have my clients steer clear of them, so this is a fantastic place for dogs to play in a safe and secure environment. If I could give 100 stars, I would!
Walden Farm & Homestead **Temp Closed for Maintenence** | Sniffspot
55This is a truly beautiful yard. It was spacious and peaceful. For our reactive pup- it was an amazing and carefree way to spend a chunk of the day enjoying the weather and wearing him out. Kearsten was communicative and welcoming. We will absolutely be back- our sweet pup is very happy and very tired! Though we didn’t do any training this time around, I think it would be a great spot for recall training as well. Amanda L.
Amanda L.
March 2022
This is a truly beautiful yard. It was spacious and peaceful. For our reactive pup- it was an amazing and carefree way to spend a chunk of the day enjoying the weather and wearing him out. Kearsten was communicative and welcoming. We will absolutely be back- our sweet pup is very happy and very tired! Though we didn’t do any training this time around, I think it would be a great spot for recall training as well.
Walden Farm & Homestead **Temp Closed for Maintenence** | Sniffspot
55We really enjoyed Kearsten’s beautiful yard. It was clean and safe, and had plenty of space for big dogs to run. Our boy loved running and playing at full speed. Our fearful girl wasn’t as adventurous but had lots of wonderful sniff opportunities to help release her nervous energy. We are grateful to have this new spot nearby!Grace G.
Grace G.
March 2022
We really enjoyed Kearsten’s beautiful yard. It was clean and safe, and had plenty of space for big dogs to run. Our boy loved running and playing at full speed. Our fearful girl wasn’t as adventurous but had lots of wonderful sniff opportunities to help release her nervous energy. We are grateful to have this new spot nearby!
Walden Farm & Homestead **Temp Closed for Maintenence** | Sniffspot
55First time using SniffSpot and will definitely do it again. The fenced yard was huge with plenty of room for the dogs to run. There’s a table with toys and other accessories which was a nice touch.Carol D.
Carol D.
March 2022
First time using SniffSpot and will definitely do it again. The fenced yard was huge with plenty of room for the dogs to run. There’s a table with toys and other accessories which was a nice touch.
Walden Farm & Homestead **Temp Closed for Maintenence** | Sniffspot
55We returned for a second, beautiful visit. Kearsten left us a cute welcome back card on the toy table and Koa ran his face off and sunbathed on his fetch breaks. We’ll keep coming back- highly recommend! Amanda L.
Amanda L.
March 2022
We returned for a second, beautiful visit. Kearsten left us a cute welcome back card on the toy table and Koa ran his face off and sunbathed on his fetch breaks. We’ll keep coming back- highly recommend!
Walden Farm & Homestead **Temp Closed for Maintenence** | Sniffspot
55Amazing yard with lots of good areas to sniff! It was peaceful and private. There was even a basket of toys and some dog cookies on the table. Highly recommend!Amanda S.
Amanda S.
April 2022
Amazing yard with lots of good areas to sniff! It was peaceful and private. There was even a basket of toys and some dog cookies on the table. Highly recommend!
Walden Farm & Homestead **Temp Closed for Maintenence** | Sniffspot
55Had a great time today at the Walden farm! Took my super energetic golden boy and he loved it. The property is huge and very well kept and the vibe was just perfect. Great experience and I highly recommend for anyone without access to a yard, your pup will thank you later!Landen S.
Landen S.
May 2022
Had a great time today at the Walden farm! Took my super energetic golden boy and he loved it. The property is huge and very well kept and the vibe was just perfect. Great experience and I highly recommend for anyone without access to a yard, your pup will thank you later!
Walden Farm & Homestead **Temp Closed for Maintenence** | Sniffspot
55This is Koa’s favorite spot and I love the ability to fully relax while playing with this very reactive pup. Kearsten’s spot is relaxing, spacious and well suited for reactive dogs and dog training sessions. We come every week now. Highly recommend 🥰Amanda L.
Amanda L.
May 2022
This is Koa’s favorite spot and I love the ability to fully relax while playing with this very reactive pup. Kearsten’s spot is relaxing, spacious and well suited for reactive dogs and dog training sessions. We come every week now. Highly recommend 🥰
Walden Farm & Homestead **Temp Closed for Maintenence** | Sniffspot
55This place was so great!! What a beautiful serene back yard with so much room for our dog to run around! He was finally able to just let loose and run like wild! I’d also like to mention that the location felt secluded and private which we very much appreciated with a reactive dog. There was plenty of room for parking on the street.
All together we had an amazing time and would love to come back! Theresa K.
Theresa K.
June 2022
This place was so great!! What a beautiful serene back yard with so much room for our dog to run around! He was finally able to just let loose and run like wild! I’d also like to mention that the location felt secluded and private which we very much appreciated with a reactive dog. There was plenty of room for parking on the street.
All together we had an amazing time and would love to come back!
How do Norfolk's private dog fields 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 Norfolk dog fields
Are dog fields safe?
If you are looking for an adventure, but also looking for safety, Sniffspot dog fields are a great option. While public dog parks have a number of safety issues, such as aggressive dogs, distracted dog owners, disease transmission and general cleanliness, Sniffspot dog parks are much safer than public dog parks. With Sniffspot all bookings are private space for just you and doggy friends you bring with you and we require all dogs to be vaccinated (or have equivalent titers). Especially for training, privacy is ideal. Contrary to public dog parks, all Sniffspot locations are vetted and reviewed by guests so you can find the perfect place for you and your dog for off leash exercise or outdoor training. 93% of reviews on Sniffspot visits are 5 stars, while public dog parks often do not even have verified reviews. All payment is done securely online by credit card in a few simple clicks.
All park rental information is available online. Start by filtering parks by fencing, size and distractions, to find a private spot that works for your dog. If your dog has poor recall, you can visit one of our secure fields. If your dog is reactive to other dogs, you can visit one of our dog fields where there are no dogs audible or visible nearby. You can review the details of the listing to make sure it works as your desired activity space, for example, safe dog exercise, dog training, a stress-free adventure with your furry friend or even a puppy event. You can even check the park amenities chart for amenities such as indoor training facilities, agility field, synthetic turf, exercise balls or field parking availability in advance. If inclement weather is an issue or poor field conditions, you can reschedule your visit up to 2 hours in advance.
What are the requirements to bring my dog to a Sniffspot dog field?
We require that all four-legged friends 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. Make sure to check host rules before visiting to ensure, for instance, that you are following allowable sports activities rules and any special events rules.
Will there be other dogs at the Sniffspot field at the same time as me?
No. Facility rentals are for private play time and any host dogs are required to be kept away from the area during visits, so this is perfect for a private adventure for you and your doggie friends, and perhaps a human friend. Hosts understand that many guests have dogs in training and are nervous owners. So when you book a Sniffspot dog field you have the entire private spot to yourself. We also enforce 30 min time buffers between time slots so you will not run into other guest dogs or a previous person when coming or leaving in the field parking area. Some hosts may have multiple fields, but there is always a buffer between fields.
How much do Sniffspot fields cost?
Dog fields in the Norfolk area range from $12.0 and $12.0. The least expensive dog field is Bell River Ranch. The most expensive dog field is Bell River Ranch. Each host sets their own price, so you can check the price on the specific Sniffspot dog park listing.
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