55Wonderful little sniffspot! Grace was very kind and welcoming. The property is amazing, lots of places for pups to explore and sniff. We will definitely be back! Chloe H.
Chloe H.
December 2020
Wonderful little sniffspot! Grace was very kind and welcoming. The property is amazing, lots of places for pups to explore and sniff. We will definitely be back!
55This was our 2nd time here and we had a fun day. The dogs went even further back into the forest this time but with the fence all around we didn't have to worry. Don't forget to wear food shoes because there is definitely a lot of space to explore. Can't wait to come back! Nicholas Z.
Nicholas Z.
September 2020
This was our 2nd time here and we had a fun day. The dogs went even further back into the forest this time but with the fence all around we didn't have to worry. Don't forget to wear food shoes because there is definitely a lot of space to explore. Can't wait to come back!
55What a lovely and peaceful setting! The pups loved it and I did too. Nice long grassy area for fetch. The water bowl was filled and waiting for us. We'd love to return!Karen B.
Karen B.
October 2024
What a lovely and peaceful setting! The pups loved it and I did too. Nice long grassy area for fetch. The water bowl was filled and waiting for us. We'd love to return!
55Decent sized yard with plenty of spots to sit! The rope swing was really fun for myself and my dog to pull me around on! There was a gap in the fence that my husky couldn't fit through, but a smaller sized dog could. Jessica H.
Jessica H.
October 2022
Decent sized yard with plenty of spots to sit! The rope swing was really fun for myself and my dog to pull me around on! There was a gap in the fence that my husky couldn't fit through, but a smaller sized dog could.
55Spacious yard, plenty of things for my GSD to sniff and room to roam. Access was easy. There was fresh water, poop bags, and even a jar of treats!Nancy P.
Nancy P.
October 2022
Spacious yard, plenty of things for my GSD to sniff and room to roam. Access was easy. There was fresh water, poop bags, and even a jar of treats!
55Fun yard for two city dogs! There is a swing in the backyard, which was very confusing and concerning for them to see a human on haha! Also, be aware that if you have a fuzzy dog with a long coat that there’s a big cedar tree in the backyard. A hint for picking out cedar: pull the stem going in the same direction the needles go (like an arrow), not against.Jackie A.
Jackie A.
October 2022
Fun yard for two city dogs! There is a swing in the backyard, which was very confusing and concerning for them to see a human on haha! Also, be aware that if you have a fuzzy dog with a long coat that there’s a big cedar tree in the backyard. A hint for picking out cedar: pull the stem going in the same direction the needles go (like an arrow), not against.
55Great back yard, my pittbull foster pup enjoyed sniffing all the things and zooming around. The treats, water, and pooper scooper were nice touches. Megan J.
Megan J.
October 2022
Great back yard, my pittbull foster pup enjoyed sniffing all the things and zooming around. The treats, water, and pooper scooper were nice touches.
55Lovely yard with great area to roam! Ignore the other reviews - the door to get in is not an issue. Careful losing toys under the shed though! :)Daniel S.
Daniel S.
October 2022
Lovely yard with great area to roam! Ignore the other reviews - the door to get in is not an issue. Careful losing toys under the shed though! :)
55Our dog, Liam, had such a fun time chasing balls and lounging in the grass today! Liam was totally blissed out. Such a cute, well-utilized space, with a nice open space in the middle, long enough for a larger dog to have fun with a game of fetch. Also, the yard features a beautiful big tree that we enjoyed staring up into and admiring.
We are so grateful to have kind neighbors willing to share their outdoor spaces. Thank you! Rachel R.
Rachel R.
November 2022
Our dog, Liam, had such a fun time chasing balls and lounging in the grass today! Liam was totally blissed out. Such a cute, well-utilized space, with a nice open space in the middle, long enough for a larger dog to have fun with a game of fetch. Also, the yard features a beautiful big tree that we enjoyed staring up into and admiring.
We are so grateful to have kind neighbors willing to share their outdoor spaces. Thank you!
55It was great! Our dog loved sniffing and running around, got tired fast, and our little humans loved the trampoline. Time flew by. Nice big water bowl for our big dog. Angele Z.
Angele Z.
July 2024
It was great! Our dog loved sniffing and running around, got tired fast, and our little humans loved the trampoline. Time flew by. Nice big water bowl for our big dog.
55Cute little yard, good amount of space to play fetch. The fence does have some gaps in it that a dog could slip through if they really tried but if you just keep an eye on your dog and they listen to you it’s nothing to worry about. Had a great time with our three dogs! Qwynn D.
Qwynn D.
July 2024
Cute little yard, good amount of space to play fetch. The fence does have some gaps in it that a dog could slip through if they really tried but if you just keep an eye on your dog and they listen to you it’s nothing to worry about. Had a great time with our three dogs!
55Spacious yard with room to run and some fun toys to play with! Water bowl and hose were provided and the fence was secure for my dogs. The host Jordie showed up briefly to say hi. Nathan L.
Nathan L.
July 2024
Spacious yard with room to run and some fun toys to play with! Water bowl and hose were provided and the fence was secure for my dogs. The host Jordie showed up briefly to say hi.
55My pup had a blast! Really well maintained yard with water available. I played fetch with my dog and she had a good time sniffing about too! Will definitely be back! Robyn N.
Robyn N.
August 2024
My pup had a blast! Really well maintained yard with water available. I played fetch with my dog and she had a good time sniffing about too! Will definitely be back!
55It's a great sniffspot for playing ball in. It's not huge, so you're not getting a far run, but if you have a puppy or reactive dog whose game of fetch normally involves a 30ft long lead, this is an improvement!! The fence is good, but a determined small dog may be able to squeeze through. There are some gaps. My friend's dog found out she could go under the porch. She had a blast doing it. She is anxious enough that she just popped under, then zoomed out. It didn't seem like there was too much that could hurt her. It is a quiet area, so the dogs could just play and have fun. Catherine Q.
Catherine Q.
August 2024
It's a great sniffspot for playing ball in. It's not huge, so you're not getting a far run, but if you have a puppy or reactive dog whose game of fetch normally involves a 30ft long lead, this is an improvement!! The fence is good, but a determined small dog may be able to squeeze through. There are some gaps. My friend's dog found out she could go under the porch. She had a blast doing it. She is anxious enough that she just popped under, then zoomed out. It didn't seem like there was too much that could hurt her. It is a quiet area, so the dogs could just play and have fun.
55Our pup loves Jordie’s backyard and rolling in the grass! She also is getting used to the sounds of cars, people, and dogs walking by but can’t see them which has been great for her socialization. T E.
T E.
August 2024
Our pup loves Jordie’s backyard and rolling in the grass! She also is getting used to the sounds of cars, people, and dogs walking by but can’t see them which has been great for her socialization.
Kristen's Bothell Preserve 0.5 Acre Fully Fenced Private Dog Park | Sniffspot
55Our second visit :-). If you’re unsteady on your feet just stay in the uphill “meadow” (you can still keep an eye on your dog). The “downhill” woodsy part might be a little rough for a grandma and gramps > 80yo. Anyway it’s peaceful and lovely and plenty of room for my doggo to have her zoomies.
Leann N.
Leann N.
September 2024
Our second visit :-). If you’re unsteady on your feet just stay in the uphill “meadow” (you can still keep an eye on your dog). The “downhill” woodsy part might be a little rough for a grandma and gramps > 80yo. Anyway it’s peaceful and lovely and plenty of room for my doggo to have her zoomies.
Kristen's Bothell Preserve 0.5 Acre Fully Fenced Private Dog Park | Sniffspot
55Easy parking and access and well-maintained yard. Excellent spot for a neutral-ground play date for one of our pups and a friend’s dog. Will definitely be back. Ross L.
Ross L.
September 2024
Easy parking and access and well-maintained yard. Excellent spot for a neutral-ground play date for one of our pups and a friend’s dog. Will definitely be back.
Kristen's Bothell Preserve 0.5 Acre Fully Fenced Private Dog Park | Sniffspot
55This is such an awesome spot/ hidden gem! There was much room for the dogs to roam, toys, and water all waiting for us!! Thank you so much. We will definitely be back. Haley P.
Haley P.
September 2024
This is such an awesome spot/ hidden gem! There was much room for the dogs to roam, toys, and water all waiting for us!! Thank you so much. We will definitely be back.
How do Saanichton'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 Saanichton 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 Saanichton?
There are 37 small dog parks in the Saanichton 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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