55I scheduled an hour in August, luckily it wasn't a super hot day, but as you can see from the pictures, Melissa's Dog Park is at least 90% well shaded at any given time. She was super kind, friendly, and extremely responsive, truly great communication, and impeccable hospitality, I couldn't have asked for a better experience! The lawn was not overgrown, but rather well maintained, and very green and full. The fence is really high and solid, so you cannot see through it, which provides great privacy and security. She also has a beautiful concrete patio with a very large table and chairs, which is also under a covering, so you'll always find a seat in the shade there too. We brought lawn chairs to sit further back in the yard, but it wasn't necessary. Her yard is quoted at 0.25 acres, and initially we were looking at larger yards, but honestly, it was more than plenty room, I couldn't even throw a ball from one end to the other, even with a launcher, so I was actually pretty happy it wasn't bigger, in case I needed to break up the dogs if they got too rowdy. Overall, couldn't recommend this location enough! Come see for yourselves, very worth it! Smaranda S.
Smaranda S.
August 2023
I scheduled an hour in August, luckily it wasn't a super hot day, but as you can see from the pictures, Melissa's Dog Park is at least 90% well shaded at any given time. She was super kind, friendly, and extremely responsive, truly great communication, and impeccable hospitality, I couldn't have asked for a better experience! The lawn was not overgrown, but rather well maintained, and very green and full. The fence is really high and solid, so you cannot see through it, which provides great privacy and security. She also has a beautiful concrete patio with a very large table and chairs, which is also under a covering, so you'll always find a seat in the shade there too. We brought lawn chairs to sit further back in the yard, but it wasn't necessary. Her yard is quoted at 0.25 acres, and initially we were looking at larger yards, but honestly, it was more than plenty room, I couldn't even throw a ball from one end to the other, even with a launcher, so I was actually pretty happy it wasn't bigger, in case I needed to break up the dogs if they got too rowdy. Overall, couldn't recommend this location enough! Come see for yourselves, very worth it!
Melissa's Private Dog Park In North Plainfield | Sniffspot
55Such a lovely yard that is always clean and located in a nice quiet area for my pup to play in!
Johanna F.
Johanna F.
December 2023
Such a lovely yard that is always clean and located in a nice quiet area for my pup to play in!
How do North Plainfield'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 North Plainfield 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 North Plainfield 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 475 fully fenced dog parks in the area. If your dog is reactive to other dogs, you can visit one of our 99 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 North Plainfield have any fully fenced dog parks?
Sniffspot has 475 fully fenced dog parks in or near North Plainfield. Browse all fully enclosed options.
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