55This place is amazing! It’s an hour’s drive away from me and so worth it. I’ve been several times with my friends. The owner of the property is so friendly and kind, and is constantly making improvements. It’s a really wonderful place to let your dogs roam safely and it’s so big you might never even encounter the fence. Kaitlin P.
Kaitlin P.
September 2024
This place is amazing! It’s an hour’s drive away from me and so worth it. I’ve been several times with my friends. The owner of the property is so friendly and kind, and is constantly making improvements. It’s a really wonderful place to let your dogs roam safely and it’s so big you might never even encounter the fence.
55This chunk of Texas ranch land is aptly called “Puppy Paradise”. My two dogs loved running around all the different areas of the property: the dense shaded areas, the open vistas, the rocky paths etc… They explored and ran got to be their free selves.
Beyond that we enjoyed our time talking with Joannie, the host, who went out of their way to show us around and make our trip special. Joannie is a dreamer and has great vision for what they want this place to be and their hope to better the lives of dogs and their community as a whole. Honestly they were a very refreshing person to meet and I wish I was staying longer in Texas to hopefully see this place thrive! Fully fenced, perfect for dogs, easy to find- it’s everything you want in a Sniffspot. Oh- and the sitting area at the top of the hill offers the perfect view of the valley down below! Laura C.
Laura C.
September 2024
This chunk of Texas ranch land is aptly called “Puppy Paradise”. My two dogs loved running around all the different areas of the property: the dense shaded areas, the open vistas, the rocky paths etc… They explored and ran got to be their free selves.
Beyond that we enjoyed our time talking with Joannie, the host, who went out of their way to show us around and make our trip special. Joannie is a dreamer and has great vision for what they want this place to be and their hope to better the lives of dogs and their community as a whole. Honestly they were a very refreshing person to meet and I wish I was staying longer in Texas to hopefully see this place thrive! Fully fenced, perfect for dogs, easy to find- it’s everything you want in a Sniffspot. Oh- and the sitting area at the top of the hill offers the perfect view of the valley down below!
55Puppy Paradise in Salado is worth the drive. The acreage to explore is filled with natural landscape and amazing views. My pups thoroughly enjoyed exploring in a safe and quiet place!
Joannie was amazing. I got a great overview of the place in the beginning and then a tour and understanding of the vision for the property.
Great space, lot of fun, and great people! Will definitely come back again. Soham D.
Soham D.
September 2024
Puppy Paradise in Salado is worth the drive. The acreage to explore is filled with natural landscape and amazing views. My pups thoroughly enjoyed exploring in a safe and quiet place!
Joannie was amazing. I got a great overview of the place in the beginning and then a tour and understanding of the vision for the property.
Great space, lot of fun, and great people! Will definitely come back again.
55The land was huge! Lots of trails to walk. The view at the top of the hill was amazing! My Luna had a great time! Thank you Joannie for having us. Tierra M.
Tierra M.
October 2024
The land was huge! Lots of trails to walk. The view at the top of the hill was amazing! My Luna had a great time! Thank you Joannie for having us.
55Our pups (and us!) loved Puppy Paradise. My very anxious little one relaxed the fastest I’ve ever seen him calm down. They explored safely the entire time and we were able to enjoy a beautiful hike without leash-pulling! Highly recommend!Rebecca B.
Rebecca B.
October 2024
Our pups (and us!) loved Puppy Paradise. My very anxious little one relaxed the fastest I’ve ever seen him calm down. They explored safely the entire time and we were able to enjoy a beautiful hike without leash-pulling! Highly recommend!
55Have been looking for a spot to take my older doggies where they could roam around unleashed. Well, I found it. Puppy Paradise is just perfect. Completely fenced, water available for them. No worry of other dogs. Just roam around on the different trails & enjoy! We will be back. Sherri B.
Sherri B.
October 2024
Have been looking for a spot to take my older doggies where they could roam around unleashed. Well, I found it. Puppy Paradise is just perfect. Completely fenced, water available for them. No worry of other dogs. Just roam around on the different trails & enjoy! We will be back.
55A wonderful visit! Pups had a perfect time and I’ve acquired a beautiful new plant that was thoughtfully potted for me. What a great place to spend some time!Jessica A.
Jessica A.
October 2024
A wonderful visit! Pups had a perfect time and I’ve acquired a beautiful new plant that was thoughtfully potted for me. What a great place to spend some time!
55This is such a great spot! Had a blast letting the dogs be dogs knowing that they were safely contained. The owner was so helpful and kind, and we are sure to be back! Rachel P.
Rachel P.
October 2024
This is such a great spot! Had a blast letting the dogs be dogs knowing that they were safely contained. The owner was so helpful and kind, and we are sure to be back!
55Great spot! So much space to really let them run! Fence was secured and it was easy to find. Plenty of tools to play with but if your dogs are anything like mine, they'll ignore the toys and run! We were there for an hour and a half and don't think we even saw the whole place. Beautiful spot to watch the sunset. Would be back again!Ashley P.
Ashley P.
November 2024
Great spot! So much space to really let them run! Fence was secured and it was easy to find. Plenty of tools to play with but if your dogs are anything like mine, they'll ignore the toys and run! We were there for an hour and a half and don't think we even saw the whole place. Beautiful spot to watch the sunset. Would be back again!
55I have never seen my dogs happier than they were today at Joannie’s spot! My two dogs are both reactive rescues, and have never had been off leash before, other than in our small back yard. Watching them run, play and explore was a joy. Joannie welcomed us at the gate (he is a wonderful host!) and explained how the space is laid out. My one dog can clear a fence with no issues, but this space is so well thought out, with dog behavior and safety in mind. And to top it off, the property is ridiculously beautiful and peaceful, with amazing hill country views at the top. We can’t wait to come back!Kandice S.
Kandice S.
November 2024
I have never seen my dogs happier than they were today at Joannie’s spot! My two dogs are both reactive rescues, and have never had been off leash before, other than in our small back yard. Watching them run, play and explore was a joy. Joannie welcomed us at the gate (he is a wonderful host!) and explained how the space is laid out. My one dog can clear a fence with no issues, but this space is so well thought out, with dog behavior and safety in mind. And to top it off, the property is ridiculously beautiful and peaceful, with amazing hill country views at the top. We can’t wait to come back!
55Wonderful visit! Met at the gate by the owner who gave us the ins and outs of the property. Then had a wonderful hike around the property. Very few cacti on the trails and wonderful views. Will be back again. Carrie S.
Carrie S.
November 2024
Wonderful visit! Met at the gate by the owner who gave us the ins and outs of the property. Then had a wonderful hike around the property. Very few cacti on the trails and wonderful views. Will be back again.
55What a wonderful place! Paradise for both people and dogs, for sure. My girl Fiona had a great time exploring the property and vibing with Joannie. Highly recommend!Katie G.
Katie G.
November 2024
What a wonderful place! Paradise for both people and dogs, for sure. My girl Fiona had a great time exploring the property and vibing with Joannie. Highly recommend!
55Joannie was the perfect host. We went with a total of six dogs and they had a ball! There was water available for the pups at the front and plenty of space for them to explore. The area was fenced off and we didn’t worry about them getting out in the road. We basically let them run free, the pups were tired after 30 minutes! 😆Phyllisa T.
Phyllisa T.
November 2024
Joannie was the perfect host. We went with a total of six dogs and they had a ball! There was water available for the pups at the front and plenty of space for them to explore. The area was fenced off and we didn’t worry about them getting out in the road. We basically let them run free, the pups were tired after 30 minutes! 😆
55Joannie's place is truly Puppy Paradise! It was our first time visiting and we had no trouble finding the place. Joannie greeted us at the gate to the property and gave us the lay of the land, then we were free to explore!
The trails are well-kept and our pup had a great time sniffing, bounding through tall grass, and practicing our automatic check-ins. We are happy to report that our pup didn't pick up any stickers, thorns, burrs, or bugs, which speaks to how much work Joannie puts into maintaining the property. Thank you Joannie for offering a fully-fenced place for our dogs to have safe off-leash time away from other dogs and people. Raven A.
Raven A.
November 2024
Joannie's place is truly Puppy Paradise! It was our first time visiting and we had no trouble finding the place. Joannie greeted us at the gate to the property and gave us the lay of the land, then we were free to explore!
The trails are well-kept and our pup had a great time sniffing, bounding through tall grass, and practicing our automatic check-ins. We are happy to report that our pup didn't pick up any stickers, thorns, burrs, or bugs, which speaks to how much work Joannie puts into maintaining the property. Thank you Joannie for offering a fully-fenced place for our dogs to have safe off-leash time away from other dogs and people.
55Fantastic time with my little pack at Puppy Paradise! The land is so intentionally managed for ease and safety in exploration. My dogs don't have the best recall, but the easy hikeable areas are laid out in loops, so it was easy to circle back around to our parking spot - where my biggest wanderer knew he could eventually find me. The hardest part was convincing my little pack to get back into the car at the end of our visit! We'll certainly be back to this little slice of safe, off-leash heaven!Brooke F.
Brooke F.
December 2024
Fantastic time with my little pack at Puppy Paradise! The land is so intentionally managed for ease and safety in exploration. My dogs don't have the best recall, but the easy hikeable areas are laid out in loops, so it was easy to circle back around to our parking spot - where my biggest wanderer knew he could eventually find me. The hardest part was convincing my little pack to get back into the car at the end of our visit! We'll certainly be back to this little slice of safe, off-leash heaven!
How do Salado'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 Salado 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. 97% of reviews on Sniffspot visits in the Salado 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 188 fully fenced dog parks in the area. If your dog is reactive to other dogs, you can visit one of our 18 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.
What is the best dog beach near Salado?
The best Sniffspot dog beach near Salado is Puppy Paradise in Salado. At Sniffspot beaches dogs can generally be off leash.
Does Salado have any fully fenced dog parks?
Sniffspot has 188 fully fenced dog parks in or near Salado. Browse all fully enclosed options.
Where are good dog hiking trails near Salado?
The Salado area has 188 Sniffspot locations with private trails for you and your dog to walk or hike. Dogs can generally be off leash on Sniffspot trails. The most popular trail is Puppy Paradise in Salado.
Are there dog agility courses for rent in Salado?
Sniffspot has dog parks with agility equipment and/or dog obstacles in or near Salado. The most popular agility option is Puppy Paradise in Salado.
Where in Salado can I find a pool for dog swimming?
Sniffspot has swimming options in the Salado area. The highest rated option is Puppy Paradise in Salado.
Can I rent a field for my dog to run near Salado?
There are 188 Sniffspot dog parks that offer fields in or near Salado where dogs can be off leash. The most popular field is Puppy Paradise in Salado.