55ABSOLUTELY LOVE THIS PLACE!!! You can tell they treat your dog like their dog. They set up cute decor during holiday seasons, they change the layout slightly every so often to keep things fresh and my dog(s) love this place. There is tons of room to run around. My favorite parts are the cute water and snacks available, the swing and playground at the back corner right in the sunlight and the chairs set up in the right side. There is little to no improvement with the yard, one thing that was difficult last time I was visiting was the food and/or treats that were in the grass. I assume a previous owner left them but it was hard to keep my dog from sniffing out the food and eating it. We found little over 10 pieces of different sizes but this is not normally ever an issue here. I believe a one time thing. Other than that everything was pretty perfect. My #1 go to yard to recommend and visit. Lots of toys available and if you are tired and your dog is a puller they have a clothes line across the yard that has dog toys clipped in (GENIUS) and a new ball/tether ball available. If you have any doubts about this place, you shouldn’t! They really care about keeping the place clean and cared for. They are very friendly people (never actually met them) but safe to say I’m always satisfied with them and the environment they create for my furry baby!!Ashley H.
Ashley H.
October 2024
ABSOLUTELY LOVE THIS PLACE!!! You can tell they treat your dog like their dog. They set up cute decor during holiday seasons, they change the layout slightly every so often to keep things fresh and my dog(s) love this place. There is tons of room to run around. My favorite parts are the cute water and snacks available, the swing and playground at the back corner right in the sunlight and the chairs set up in the right side. There is little to no improvement with the yard, one thing that was difficult last time I was visiting was the food and/or treats that were in the grass. I assume a previous owner left them but it was hard to keep my dog from sniffing out the food and eating it. We found little over 10 pieces of different sizes but this is not normally ever an issue here. I believe a one time thing. Other than that everything was pretty perfect. My #1 go to yard to recommend and visit. Lots of toys available and if you are tired and your dog is a puller they have a clothes line across the yard that has dog toys clipped in (GENIUS) and a new ball/tether ball available. If you have any doubts about this place, you shouldn’t! They really care about keeping the place clean and cared for. They are very friendly people (never actually met them) but safe to say I’m always satisfied with them and the environment they create for my furry baby!!
THE YARD - Canine Enrichment Center & Day Care | Sniffspot
55I really liked that Catherine went out of her way to make us feel welcome . There were toys , treats , hand warmers and water. The backyard is a very nice size and our dog enjoyed it a lot! Parth P.
Parth P.
December 2021
I really liked that Catherine went out of her way to make us feel welcome . There were toys , treats , hand warmers and water. The backyard is a very nice size and our dog enjoyed it a lot!
55We had a great time at this Sniffspot! Everything was as described and access instructions were clear too. There are so many points of interest and toys for your dog. We would love to visit again. :)Anusha S.
Anusha S.
April 2022
We had a great time at this Sniffspot! Everything was as described and access instructions were clear too. There are so many points of interest and toys for your dog. We would love to visit again. :)
55Absolutely amazing!! We also added the ball pit and obstacle course and I was able to get my dog through the obstacle course which was so much fun!! There are many signs clearly marking the way to the backyard. We will definitely book this spot again!! Samantha M.
Samantha M.
June 2022
Absolutely amazing!! We also added the ball pit and obstacle course and I was able to get my dog through the obstacle course which was so much fun!! There are many signs clearly marking the way to the backyard. We will definitely book this spot again!!
55Visited for an hr. today with my 2 dogs. Lots of fresh water and shade available for them. My cockapoo used all the agility equipment as he took classes in the past. Of course he loved the chuckit ball best. He would chase it all day. Lots of space, variety of terrain and toys. My golden lab mostly ran around exploring. The host thought of everything! Highly recommend for all pups but especially if they have a problem with other dogs.Catherine R.
Catherine R.
July 2022
Visited for an hr. today with my 2 dogs. Lots of fresh water and shade available for them. My cockapoo used all the agility equipment as he took classes in the past. Of course he loved the chuckit ball best. He would chase it all day. Lots of space, variety of terrain and toys. My golden lab mostly ran around exploring. The host thought of everything! Highly recommend for all pups but especially if they have a problem with other dogs.
55Egypt had a great time enjoying some off leash time and checking out all the dog friendly activities. I enjoyed our time playing without having to worry about being off leash. Can’t wait to go back! Meghan G.
Meghan G.
July 2022
Egypt had a great time enjoying some off leash time and checking out all the dog friendly activities. I enjoyed our time playing without having to worry about being off leash. Can’t wait to go back!
55Catherine made us feel very welcome! There were lots of toys and activities for Stella to play with. She had a great time and Catherine went above and beyond with things like water bottles, treats, a welcome sign, and so much more!Shana F.
Shana F.
July 2022
Catherine made us feel very welcome! There were lots of toys and activities for Stella to play with. She had a great time and Catherine went above and beyond with things like water bottles, treats, a welcome sign, and so much more!
55What an absolute gem of a spot! Catherine truly puts her heart into this and it shows with personalized greeting , treats, toys, water etc all left out for us. The yard is large and fabulous with so many activities and things to sniff , with tons of nooks and cranny’s for the dogs to play in & sniff out . My dog was completely exhausted in 30min
Lol will definitely return . thank you Catherine Katrina E.
Katrina E.
July 2022
What an absolute gem of a spot! Catherine truly puts her heart into this and it shows with personalized greeting , treats, toys, water etc all left out for us. The yard is large and fabulous with so many activities and things to sniff , with tons of nooks and cranny’s for the dogs to play in & sniff out . My dog was completely exhausted in 30min
Lol will definitely return . thank you Catherine
553rd visit in a week! We absolutely LOVE this Sniffspot. Kobe just loses it when we pull up , he loves it so much and just runs and runs and runs until he can’t run anymore lol I will be continuing to visit this beautiful Sniffspot as long as it’s available Katrina E.
Katrina E.
July 2022
3rd visit in a week! We absolutely LOVE this Sniffspot. Kobe just loses it when we pull up , he loves it so much and just runs and runs and runs until he can’t run anymore lol I will be continuing to visit this beautiful Sniffspot as long as it’s available
55Such an amazing place!! Fresh water, bug spray, toys, enrichment toys, poop bags, treats. I absolutely love this place and so does my dog. 10000% recommendElycia A.
Elycia A.
August 2022
Such an amazing place!! Fresh water, bug spray, toys, enrichment toys, poop bags, treats. I absolutely love this place and so does my dog. 10000% recommend
55A puppy and people wonderland!!!! My two Bordeauxs had a blast! For me, peaceful and worry free. I absolutely love this spot for my two girls. Large and spacious enough to run around AND very inviting. The host is super thoughtful and accommodating. I give 5+ stars!Alex A.
Alex A.
August 2022
A puppy and people wonderland!!!! My two Bordeauxs had a blast! For me, peaceful and worry free. I absolutely love this spot for my two girls. Large and spacious enough to run around AND very inviting. The host is super thoughtful and accommodating. I give 5+ stars!
55Awesome! The area is beautiful and clean. Catherine is so thoughtful with all the details she provided. Even provided water for the dogs and bottled water for the humans. We will definitely be back! Thank you Catherine. Melanie B.
Melanie B.
September 2022
Awesome! The area is beautiful and clean. Catherine is so thoughtful with all the details she provided. Even provided water for the dogs and bottled water for the humans. We will definitely be back! Thank you Catherine.
55Perfect spot for our 9 mth old puppy to burn off some puppy energy! He loved the equipment and all that sniffing. Would highly recommend as a safe space to work on training and skills development with puppy, as well as just have some fun! Wendy F.
Wendy F.
October 2022
Perfect spot for our 9 mth old puppy to burn off some puppy energy! He loved the equipment and all that sniffing. Would highly recommend as a safe space to work on training and skills development with puppy, as well as just have some fun!
55Kobe absolutely loves this Sniffspot he freaks out the second we pull up and runs until he can’t run anymore .. so many balls & toys are provided which is awesome it gives us a lot to play with, water provided too, great clean space for dogs Katrina E.
Katrina E.
October 2022
Kobe absolutely loves this Sniffspot he freaks out the second we pull up and runs until he can’t run anymore .. so many balls & toys are provided which is awesome it gives us a lot to play with, water provided too, great clean space for dogs
55My two small dogs had a great time at Pupvacay ! They were able to be independent while still keeping me in their sights. Soooo many things to sniff and play with! Lots of different sized balls that they loved retrieving from the autumn leaf pile. The best thing for me was seeing their smiles at the end of it. They’ve been asleep for hours now .. all tuckered out.
We’ll definitely be back soon !!!Debs W.
Debs W.
October 2022
My two small dogs had a great time at Pupvacay ! They were able to be independent while still keeping me in their sights. Soooo many things to sniff and play with! Lots of different sized balls that they loved retrieving from the autumn leaf pile. The best thing for me was seeing their smiles at the end of it. They’ve been asleep for hours now .. all tuckered out.
We’ll definitely be back soon !!!
55Had a fantastic first visit with my two pups. They had a blast! The photo ops and adorable welcome sign and goodie bags were such a sweet added touch. Tabitha U.
Tabitha U.
October 2022
Had a fantastic first visit with my two pups. They had a blast! The photo ops and adorable welcome sign and goodie bags were such a sweet added touch.
How do Oshawa's private small 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 Oshawa small dog parks
Are small 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 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 park users so you can find the perfect place for you and your dog. 93% of reviews on Sniffspot visits are 5 stars.
How can I find small dog parks in Oshawa?
There are 110 small dog parks in the Oshawa area. The most popular small dog park is . You can browse all of our small dog parks here.
How do I know if a small dog park works for my dog?
Start by applying basic filters, such as fencing and distractions, to find a dog park that works for your furry friends. If your dog doesn't respond to owner commands, you can visit one of our enclosed dog park areas. If your dog is reactive to other dogs, you can visit one of our small dog park sites where there are no dogs audible or visible nearby. You can see any park amenities provided, including a park bench, water for dogs or water features such as kiddie pool or water hose. If your dog loves water, you can go to a park with water features, but if they don't love water, you can avoid them. We also recommend reading reviews to check for park maintenance issues and reaching out to the host with any questions. And lastly, of course, check park hours. Many of our parks are open from dawn until dusk.
What are the requirements to bring my dog to a Sniffspot park?
We require that all dogs have basic vaccinations or equivalent titers. We do not allow dogs with a bite history. We require that owners sign our waiver and agree to follow our safety rules. We also require that pet owners follow safety protocols around water features.
Will there be other dogs at the Sniffspot 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 small dog park party, each Sniffspot park has their own rules regarding special events. Many parks allow doggie birthday parties, training, water parties 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. Make sure the park has amenities you need for your party, such as a park with lots of picnic tables with park benches.
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