55Naomi was so kind! She came out and greeted us when we got there and had water with ice for Chewie. We had a great time swimming and relaxing. Will definitely be back!Avalon S.
Avalon S.
June 2024
Naomi was so kind! She came out and greeted us when we got there and had water with ice for Chewie. We had a great time swimming and relaxing. Will definitely be back!
55Great space that wasn't overwhelming to River. Fencing was secure and no other animals can be seen or heard which is very important to us. There is a selection of toys that River enjoyed. A big tree that provided some shade. We had a great time.Mirka G.
Mirka G.
April 2024
Great space that wasn't overwhelming to River. Fencing was secure and no other animals can be seen or heard which is very important to us. There is a selection of toys that River enjoyed. A big tree that provided some shade. We had a great time.
55The space was great. Received clear instructions before the visit. Upon entry, it was near and orderly. Lots of chairs, poop bags, and dog toys. There was also fresh water for the dogs available. There was some nice shade to sit as well. Dogs had a great time. Will definitely go back!Don M.
Don M.
April 2024
The space was great. Received clear instructions before the visit. Upon entry, it was near and orderly. Lots of chairs, poop bags, and dog toys. There was also fresh water for the dogs available. There was some nice shade to sit as well. Dogs had a great time. Will definitely go back!
55Great space for my dog! She loved the open area to run around! Nice and relaxing area. Water available for our pup which was really nice as well! Yeretzi G.
Yeretzi G.
April 2024
Great space for my dog! She loved the open area to run around! Nice and relaxing area. Water available for our pup which was really nice as well!
55We had an absolute blast! It was top notch and our furry friend gave it four paws up! We loved the play area, the cleanliness and the thoughtful amenities provided. We will come back and play again soon! Thank you again for a paw-some experience!Raajesh I.
Raajesh I.
April 2024
We had an absolute blast! It was top notch and our furry friend gave it four paws up! We loved the play area, the cleanliness and the thoughtful amenities provided. We will come back and play again soon! Thank you again for a paw-some experience!
55Lovely space for both pups and humans. Comfortable seating arrangement and nice mix of sun and shade. Especially appreciated the extra poop bags, hand wipes, and two big water bowls!Patricia W.
Patricia W.
April 2024
Lovely space for both pups and humans. Comfortable seating arrangement and nice mix of sun and shade. Especially appreciated the extra poop bags, hand wipes, and two big water bowls!
55The place was super nice and clean! The water jug for the dogs was empty though so bring some water for your dogs just in case! Really loved the shade and my dogs had a blast running around and playing fetch. Donna A.
Donna A.
May 2024
The place was super nice and clean! The water jug for the dogs was empty though so bring some water for your dogs just in case! Really loved the shade and my dogs had a blast running around and playing fetch.
55Good fencing, no dangerous spots for my pups to squeeze into; the hill is off limits for humans (understandable) but my corgi loved it. They had dog water and bowls available along with seating. Shady clean patio, clean mulch beds Astro turf and lots of plant life if your pet is a leaf-chewer probably better to go somewhere else lolSabrina B.
Sabrina B.
May 2024
Good fencing, no dangerous spots for my pups to squeeze into; the hill is off limits for humans (understandable) but my corgi loved it. They had dog water and bowls available along with seating. Shady clean patio, clean mulch beds Astro turf and lots of plant life if your pet is a leaf-chewer probably better to go somewhere else lol
55A wonderful spot, couldn’t hear anyone or any other dogs, my reactive pup had a great time and I’ll be back while I’m staying in SD 💜 everything was clean, there were lawn chairs to chill in and plenty of poo bags if you don’t bring your own. Emily H.
Emily H.
June 2024
A wonderful spot, couldn’t hear anyone or any other dogs, my reactive pup had a great time and I’ll be back while I’m staying in SD 💜 everything was clean, there were lawn chairs to chill in and plenty of poo bags if you don’t bring your own.
55Quiet neighborhood, nice backyard for my pup to run around. She was obsessed with the toys. Water station, poop bags provided. Next door neighbors could be heard slightly and a dog barking a few times but far away, where my reactive dog didn’t react.Lucie M.
Lucie M.
June 2024
Quiet neighborhood, nice backyard for my pup to run around. She was obsessed with the toys. Water station, poop bags provided. Next door neighbors could be heard slightly and a dog barking a few times but far away, where my reactive dog didn’t react.
CANINE CANYON Park 🐕🐩 - Fully Fenced in Central San Diego | Sniffspot
55Our 2nd time visiting but first bringing my kids. We were running late bc it was my oldest’s 5th birthday & she was so sweet to leave a little present for him! We had an amazing time as always & my kid is so so so excited to play with his new present. Thank you so much!!!! We will be back again & again!Madison N.
Madison N.
November 2022
Our 2nd time visiting but first bringing my kids. We were running late bc it was my oldest’s 5th birthday & she was so sweet to leave a little present for him! We had an amazing time as always & my kid is so so so excited to play with his new present. Thank you so much!!!! We will be back again & again!
CANINE CANYON Park 🐕🐩 - Fully Fenced in Central San Diego | Sniffspot
55Such a great experience! This was my first time using Sniffspot with my brand new nervous rescue puppy. He can jump super high so I was worried about making sure the fence was high enough that he couldn’t get out. The host was very accommodating and responsive! The yard was very safe and the fence was definitely high enough my pup couldn’t escape. The area was easily accessible and had everything you’d need for your pups! My dogs had a great time! Amanda D.
Amanda D.
November 2022
Such a great experience! This was my first time using Sniffspot with my brand new nervous rescue puppy. He can jump super high so I was worried about making sure the fence was high enough that he couldn’t get out. The host was very accommodating and responsive! The yard was very safe and the fence was definitely high enough my pup couldn’t escape. The area was easily accessible and had everything you’d need for your pups! My dogs had a great time!
CANINE CANYON Park 🐕🐩 - Fully Fenced in Central San Diego | Sniffspot
55Great place for your pups to get out their zoomies with a nice hill to run up and down. There’s a play-set and trampoline for the 2-legged kids to enjoy too. Mustang Sally and Dashford had a great time, thanks! John S.
John S.
November 2022
Great place for your pups to get out their zoomies with a nice hill to run up and down. There’s a play-set and trampoline for the 2-legged kids to enjoy too. Mustang Sally and Dashford had a great time, thanks!
CANINE CANYON Park 🐕🐩 - Fully Fenced in Central San Diego | Sniffspot
55We will be back! Our 3 pups had a wonderful time. The Sniffspot had lots of toys and room to run. Our dogs loved playing fetch up and down the hill! April E.
April E.
November 2022
We will be back! Our 3 pups had a wonderful time. The Sniffspot had lots of toys and room to run. Our dogs loved playing fetch up and down the hill!
CANINE CANYON Park 🐕🐩 - Fully Fenced in Central San Diego | Sniffspot
55Thankful for the water bowls, hose for extra water, clear instructions, balls, etc! Such an enjoyable trip for my pups! Thank you for sharing with us, Cindy! Francesca B.
Francesca B.
November 2022
Thankful for the water bowls, hose for extra water, clear instructions, balls, etc! Such an enjoyable trip for my pups! Thank you for sharing with us, Cindy!
CANINE CANYON Park 🐕🐩 - Fully Fenced in Central San Diego | Sniffspot
55First experience with SniffSpot and it set a high bar! Easy instructions. Nice, clean yard. Secure fencing. Lots of great infrastructure for humans and dogs. Minnie especially loved the hammock built into the ground. Water and toys provided. Two bowls were full of clean water when we arrived. We added Minnie’s name in chalk to all the names of other doggie visitors on the side of the swing set. Couldn’t be happier!Ken Y.
Ken Y.
November 2022
First experience with SniffSpot and it set a high bar! Easy instructions. Nice, clean yard. Secure fencing. Lots of great infrastructure for humans and dogs. Minnie especially loved the hammock built into the ground. Water and toys provided. Two bowls were full of clean water when we arrived. We added Minnie’s name in chalk to all the names of other doggie visitors on the side of the swing set. Couldn’t be happier!
How do Poway'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 Poway 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 Poway?
There are 102 small dog parks in the Poway 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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