55Nice little spot around the pool, including some shade over the turf, and the pool itself is awesome! In the summer heat, it was perfectly comfortable for a human to swim with their dog (who was silly and didn't want to get in, but she'll figure it out).Kelsey D.
Kelsey D.
July 2024
Nice little spot around the pool, including some shade over the turf, and the pool itself is awesome! In the summer heat, it was perfectly comfortable for a human to swim with their dog (who was silly and didn't want to get in, but she'll figure it out).
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55This is so far the best Sniffspot I’ve been to! The pool is very clean, there are plenty of toys provided, and shaded areas for humans to sit down and watch the dogs play! My pup and his friend had a great time there. We will definitely come back! Xiao H.
Xiao H.
July 2024
This is so far the best Sniffspot I’ve been to! The pool is very clean, there are plenty of toys provided, and shaded areas for humans to sit down and watch the dogs play! My pup and his friend had a great time there. We will definitely come back!
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55The water park was so much fun! It was Duke’s first time in a pool, he had a good time with all the toys provided and we were also grateful for the doggie life vest. He loved running around. Very easy to get in to!Ileana M.
Ileana M.
July 2024
The water park was so much fun! It was Duke’s first time in a pool, he had a good time with all the toys provided and we were also grateful for the doggie life vest. He loved running around. Very easy to get in to!
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55Beautiful sniff spot. They do provide all the essentials like doggy bags, water, and even life jackets. They also provide brushes prior to entering the pool for your dog, I just made sure to brush mine at home. Nathan B.
Nathan B.
July 2024
Beautiful sniff spot. They do provide all the essentials like doggy bags, water, and even life jackets. They also provide brushes prior to entering the pool for your dog, I just made sure to brush mine at home.
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55A great set up! Clean tons of space. Nice security with double gates. Toys treats and life vest. There is shade too by the tree and grass. My pup loved swimming. Claudia D.
Claudia D.
July 2024
A great set up! Clean tons of space. Nice security with double gates. Toys treats and life vest. There is shade too by the tree and grass. My pup loved swimming.
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55This was our first visit and it could not have been better from detailed directions and entry instructions to a wonderful pool complete with toys and treats. Thank you for providing all the elements for a relaxing and fun afternoon swim with the pup! Jacque R.
Jacque R.
July 2024
This was our first visit and it could not have been better from detailed directions and entry instructions to a wonderful pool complete with toys and treats. Thank you for providing all the elements for a relaxing and fun afternoon swim with the pup!
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55Very clean spot! Water temperature was just right and my dog loved it here! 10/10 recommended! They provide lots of toys and and essentials! They even provide life jackets for your pups. We will definitely be coming back.Amaly Q.
Amaly Q.
July 2024
Very clean spot! Water temperature was just right and my dog loved it here! 10/10 recommended! They provide lots of toys and and essentials! They even provide life jackets for your pups. We will definitely be coming back.
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55It was a great sport for our 2 dogs to be able to sue the pool. The area was clean and spacious for the dogs to use the pool as well as play outside Rahul V.
Rahul V.
July 2024
It was a great sport for our 2 dogs to be able to sue the pool. The area was clean and spacious for the dogs to use the pool as well as play outside
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55Perfect place to spend a wonderful time diving with our small Yorkshire Monkey🐵 . She had a really good time. The place is perfect, fenced, clean, and with toys and treats.
Raquel E.
Raquel E.
July 2024
Perfect place to spend a wonderful time diving with our small Yorkshire Monkey🐵 . She had a really good time. The place is perfect, fenced, clean, and with toys and treats.
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55This sniff spot is so awesome this is my 3rd visit and will keep coming back my dog loves the water. Very safe for a dog to play and swim. All the enemies are also so nice to have. Jaime M.
Jaime M.
July 2024
This sniff spot is so awesome this is my 3rd visit and will keep coming back my dog loves the water. Very safe for a dog to play and swim. All the enemies are also so nice to have.
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55Pool and surrounding areas were clean and welcoming. I adopted my German Shepherd 10 months ago when he was 3 and he really loves his kiddy pool and the hose so I thought maybe he knows how to swim. He doesn’t appear to be familiar with a swimming pool but did go in once, so I’m hopeful he just needs repeat exposure to feel more comfortable. The life vest fit and my dog enjoyed playing with the toys. We will be back!Deborah K.
Deborah K.
July 2024
Pool and surrounding areas were clean and welcoming. I adopted my German Shepherd 10 months ago when he was 3 and he really loves his kiddy pool and the hose so I thought maybe he knows how to swim. He doesn’t appear to be familiar with a swimming pool but did go in once, so I’m hopeful he just needs repeat exposure to feel more comfortable. The life vest fit and my dog enjoyed playing with the toys. We will be back!
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55The spot is wonderfully secluded, easily accessible to medium sized dogs. The toys were very interesting and the amenities were plenty. For the price and the time allotted, I could not have asked for a better location.Jacob L.
Jacob L.
July 2024
The spot is wonderfully secluded, easily accessible to medium sized dogs. The toys were very interesting and the amenities were plenty. For the price and the time allotted, I could not have asked for a better location.
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55We recently visited Maxie Water Park, and it was fantastic. The area was clean, spacious, and secure. The pool was well maintained and had easy access for our dogs, as well as plenty of toys. Shaded seating areas made it comfy for us owners too. Highly recommend for a fun and safe dog swimming experience!Emma D.
Emma D.
August 2024
We recently visited Maxie Water Park, and it was fantastic. The area was clean, spacious, and secure. The pool was well maintained and had easy access for our dogs, as well as plenty of toys. Shaded seating areas made it comfy for us owners too. Highly recommend for a fun and safe dog swimming experience!
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55Going to this Sniffspot was easy and located in a quiet neighborhood, we were able to park on the drive way while we were there so parking was super convenient. The yard was big and spacious, there is no grass at this location but my dogs did not mind it. The owner provided water, poop bags, hand sanitizer etc. can’t wait to come again. Tiffany D.
Tiffany D.
August 2022
Going to this Sniffspot was easy and located in a quiet neighborhood, we were able to park on the drive way while we were there so parking was super convenient. The yard was big and spacious, there is no grass at this location but my dogs did not mind it. The owner provided water, poop bags, hand sanitizer etc. can’t wait to come again.
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55What a dream of a spot. The space has so many different styles of terrain, trees, and even a squirrel decided to taunt us. Your dogs curiosity and attention will be on overdrive making for a very well balanced work out and good long naps to follow. Much gratitude for sniffspot families! Elizabeth D.
Elizabeth D.
August 2022
What a dream of a spot. The space has so many different styles of terrain, trees, and even a squirrel decided to taunt us. Your dogs curiosity and attention will be on overdrive making for a very well balanced work out and good long naps to follow. Much gratitude for sniffspot families!
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55great place to have a couple dogs get together and play! there is a sign to show where the entrances which is exquisite and makes it a lot easier to tell where to get inlife w.
life w.
September 2022
great place to have a couple dogs get together and play! there is a sign to show where the entrances which is exquisite and makes it a lot easier to tell where to get in
How do San Jose'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 San Jose 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 San Jose?
There are 71 small dog parks in the San Jose 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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