55This is dog paradise. Acres of land to explore in the heart of farming country. The car ride to Metcalfe from my place in Ottawa West took only 40 minutes. A visit to be repeated for sure!Kate M.
Kate M.
March 2024
This is dog paradise. Acres of land to explore in the heart of farming country. The car ride to Metcalfe from my place in Ottawa West took only 40 minutes. A visit to be repeated for sure!
55So much space for running and playing. My pup had so much fun in the grass and pond. Bridget was super helpful in guiding us to where we were supposed to go. I did find a tick crawling on me afterwards so make sure to check yourself and your pup after! Overall definitely will be returning and recommending to other dog parents! Madeline W.
Madeline W.
March 2024
So much space for running and playing. My pup had so much fun in the grass and pond. Bridget was super helpful in guiding us to where we were supposed to go. I did find a tick crawling on me afterwards so make sure to check yourself and your pup after! Overall definitely will be returning and recommending to other dog parents!
55Awesome first visit, we'll definitely be back. The spot was very easy to find and the parking area, trail and pond are really well marked. Huge amount of space for the dogs to play fetch, chase and sniff and it's very clean, there's even an extra garbage far back on the trail. The outhouse and fire pit are a really nice touch. The hosts obviously put a lot of thought into this spot.Shona F.
Shona F.
March 2024
Awesome first visit, we'll definitely be back. The spot was very easy to find and the parking area, trail and pond are really well marked. Huge amount of space for the dogs to play fetch, chase and sniff and it's very clean, there's even an extra garbage far back on the trail. The outhouse and fire pit are a really nice touch. The hosts obviously put a lot of thought into this spot.
55Easy to get to, private, lots of land to let the pups run, (if you need a pup on long line to practice recall or if you have a runner this is the ideal place)
Outhouse available if needed, extra poop bags and a garbage on the trail.
Main trail is gorgeous for pictures!
Host was responsive via messaging.
Highly recommended this sniff spot. We will be back! Leeann H.
Leeann H.
March 2024
Easy to get to, private, lots of land to let the pups run, (if you need a pup on long line to practice recall or if you have a runner this is the ideal place)
Outhouse available if needed, extra poop bags and a garbage on the trail.
Main trail is gorgeous for pictures!
Host was responsive via messaging.
Highly recommended this sniff spot. We will be back!
55Lovely spot with a variety of things to explore and the host was very kind to put up signs on the property for directions! The fields surrounded by trees made it a very calm experience for my normally reactive dog!Michelle K.
Michelle K.
March 2024
Lovely spot with a variety of things to explore and the host was very kind to put up signs on the property for directions! The fields surrounded by trees made it a very calm experience for my normally reactive dog!
55Always such a pleasure coming here. My pup loves it so much. There’s so much land for him run and feel free! As always, we will be back :) Madeline W.
Madeline W.
April 2024
Always such a pleasure coming here. My pup loves it so much. There’s so much land for him run and feel free! As always, we will be back :)
55My crew had a great time at LK's farm. Despite it being a wet, blustery kind of day, they thoroughly enjoyed all the sniffs and stretching their legs in the fields. I had been a bit worried before coming because the land is unfenced but it is such a big space that it was a non-issue. And shout out to Bridget's brother who rescued me with a tractor after I got stuck in some mud!Anne V.
Anne V.
April 2024
My crew had a great time at LK's farm. Despite it being a wet, blustery kind of day, they thoroughly enjoyed all the sniffs and stretching their legs in the fields. I had been a bit worried before coming because the land is unfenced but it is such a big space that it was a non-issue. And shout out to Bridget's brother who rescued me with a tractor after I got stuck in some mud!
55Had a great time, the dogs love it here so much. Bridget was super thoughtful to change parking to the yard for the day, due to the rain/mud, so that no one gets stuck. 10/10.Shona F.
Shona F.
April 2024
Had a great time, the dogs love it here so much. Bridget was super thoughtful to change parking to the yard for the day, due to the rain/mud, so that no one gets stuck. 10/10.
55The communication with host Bridget was awesome, my human baby had a good close look at the cows, and my fur baby really enjoyed her sniffing and her new treats!Li Y.
Li Y.
April 2024
The communication with host Bridget was awesome, my human baby had a good close look at the cows, and my fur baby really enjoyed her sniffing and her new treats!
55Great spot for our dogs to sniff and run! They all needed baths after but totally expect during this spring season.
Big huge fields and areas to bounce from one side to the other. What added to my plus were the cows, goats and chickens ❤️Steffanye R.
Steffanye R.
April 2024
Great spot for our dogs to sniff and run! They all needed baths after but totally expect during this spring season.
Big huge fields and areas to bounce from one side to the other. What added to my plus were the cows, goats and chickens ❤️
55Truly one of our favourite spots so far. There’s so much space and so many different terrain for dogs to explore. Bridget does a great job at communicating and anticipating needs (due to the rain she changed the location for parking). Everything is neatly marked.
Hopefully next time I can locate the pond! It was way too wet for me to head into the woods to find it. I can’t wait to go back. I was there for 2.5 ish hours and I could easily spend a whole day there and explore all sorts of nooks and crannies.Stephanie F.
Stephanie F.
April 2024
Truly one of our favourite spots so far. There’s so much space and so many different terrain for dogs to explore. Bridget does a great job at communicating and anticipating needs (due to the rain she changed the location for parking). Everything is neatly marked.
Hopefully next time I can locate the pond! It was way too wet for me to head into the woods to find it. I can’t wait to go back. I was there for 2.5 ish hours and I could easily spend a whole day there and explore all sorts of nooks and crannies.
55This spot was so beautiful! Totally worth the 30 minute drive to be able to let my dog off leash and explore. So much space to run and I loved the peace of mind that we wouldn’t run into another dog!Ashley K.
Ashley K.
April 2024
This spot was so beautiful! Totally worth the 30 minute drive to be able to let my dog off leash and explore. So much space to run and I loved the peace of mind that we wouldn’t run into another dog!
55This place is the lovelivest and I had a great time with my dog there. This place is so close to the city and perfect for dogs like mine that need to run and explore and play but are still working to build confidence with other dogs. My only regret is not visiting sooner. Laura G.
Laura G.
April 2024
This place is the lovelivest and I had a great time with my dog there. This place is so close to the city and perfect for dogs like mine that need to run and explore and play but are still working to build confidence with other dogs. My only regret is not visiting sooner.
55Huge property for our pup to run around and explore! Host is very nice and has great communication. Seeing the cows from afar was a big plus (by the entrance, not located near the actual area). FYI, the host sells their own liver treats and our pup absolutely loves them.
Thanks again, we hope to visit soon! Kelly I.
Kelly I.
April 2024
Huge property for our pup to run around and explore! Host is very nice and has great communication. Seeing the cows from afar was a big plus (by the entrance, not located near the actual area). FYI, the host sells their own liver treats and our pup absolutely loves them.
Thanks again, we hope to visit soon!
55Morty had SO much fun running around in the mud! The host was so helpful and responsive, Mortys reactive with dogs so she was super helpful making sure her pups were inside while we were there. Can’t wait to go back!Sarah H.
Sarah H.
May 2024
Morty had SO much fun running around in the mud! The host was so helpful and responsive, Mortys reactive with dogs so she was super helpful making sure her pups were inside while we were there. Can’t wait to go back!
55We had a great time, the spot is very organized with signs posted to guide you. The dogs and livestock were far enough away from the trail that they were not sn issue. Will definitely return.Valeria M.
Valeria M.
May 2024
We had a great time, the spot is very organized with signs posted to guide you. The dogs and livestock were far enough away from the trail that they were not sn issue. Will definitely return.
How do Ottawa'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
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Spots are designed for safety and both hosts and guests are reviewed after each visit
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Reactive dogs welcome
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FAQ about our Ottawa 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 Ottawa?
There are 24 small dog parks in the Ottawa 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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