55Tim's yard is a great yard for throwing balls up hill and having your dog retrieve them - It's very private and Tim is great. It was our first sniff spot and just perfect for an introduction to sniffspotting..... Thanks Tim!Liz D.
Liz D.
August 2023
Tim's yard is a great yard for throwing balls up hill and having your dog retrieve them - It's very private and Tim is great. It was our first sniff spot and just perfect for an introduction to sniffspotting..... Thanks Tim!
55Tim’s Private Dog Park was our dog’s fave so far! He enjoyed going up and down the hill as well as exploring the shady, flat areas of the yard. The size of the space seemed to be just the right size: not so big as to overwhelm him but big enough to be interesting. We’ll be back if Tim will have us. :) Thank you!Denise M.
Denise M.
September 2023
Tim’s Private Dog Park was our dog’s fave so far! He enjoyed going up and down the hill as well as exploring the shady, flat areas of the yard. The size of the space seemed to be just the right size: not so big as to overwhelm him but big enough to be interesting. We’ll be back if Tim will have us. :) Thank you!
55This was the perfect place to come with my dog and toddler! The yard was clean, nicely shaded, and has a great hill for running up and down. Tim was also flexible with a last-minute schedule adjustment, which I really appreciated!Sarah L.
Sarah L.
September 2023
This was the perfect place to come with my dog and toddler! The yard was clean, nicely shaded, and has a great hill for running up and down. Tim was also flexible with a last-minute schedule adjustment, which I really appreciated!
55The hill was a lot of fun for our dogs and they tired out fast running up and down! Perfect size yard for 2 young dogs to chase each other 😊 Julia L.
Julia L.
September 2023
The hill was a lot of fun for our dogs and they tired out fast running up and down! Perfect size yard for 2 young dogs to chase each other 😊
55Great backyard! Our foster puppy loved running up and down the hill and our resident dog enjoyed his time playing ball :) There was comfortable seating and Tim was very kind. We certainly would return to this sniffspot again and would recommend it to others :) Bridget C.
Bridget C.
September 2023
Great backyard! Our foster puppy loved running up and down the hill and our resident dog enjoyed his time playing ball :) There was comfortable seating and Tim was very kind. We certainly would return to this sniffspot again and would recommend it to others :)
55This was our first Sniffspot visit! I had a little trouble seeing the house numbers, till I got out of the car, but figured it out. The yard has quite a hill, but it was fine. The yard was clean, secure, water available, a spot for poop bags. All good!!! A great first experience!👍🏻Cheryl W.
Cheryl W.
October 2023
This was our first Sniffspot visit! I had a little trouble seeing the house numbers, till I got out of the car, but figured it out. The yard has quite a hill, but it was fine. The yard was clean, secure, water available, a spot for poop bags. All good!!! A great first experience!👍🏻
55This was the first spot I've booked and was so thankful to find it was available nearby and able to be booked with short notice. The yard was as described and had a very significant slope which to me was great bc it felt like even more energy could be expended in a moderate size space.
Water was available in a bowl and gate access was easy.
I'd give 4.5 stars if I could bc the only minor thing was that there were 2 spots with small poop pieces I found and picked up. My dog tends to eat poop so I was glad I found them before her but I didn't think it warranted dropping a whole star though it could be a bigger issue for some people or dogs.
Overall, great visit and we'd definitely come back!Neva B.
Neva B.
December 2023
This was the first spot I've booked and was so thankful to find it was available nearby and able to be booked with short notice. The yard was as described and had a very significant slope which to me was great bc it felt like even more energy could be expended in a moderate size space.
Water was available in a bowl and gate access was easy.
I'd give 4.5 stars if I could bc the only minor thing was that there were 2 spots with small poop pieces I found and picked up. My dog tends to eat poop so I was glad I found them before her but I didn't think it warranted dropping a whole star though it could be a bigger issue for some people or dogs.
Overall, great visit and we'd definitely come back!
55This is the first sniffspot I have used as I'm a volunteer with a rescue, but was a great private fenced yard to take a dog I'm not familiar with. Rocky got some great off leash time and got to sniff to his hearts desire.Michele M.
Michele M.
February 2024
This is the first sniffspot I have used as I'm a volunteer with a rescue, but was a great private fenced yard to take a dog I'm not familiar with. Rocky got some great off leash time and got to sniff to his hearts desire.
55This was a great experience! The hill is immediate and very steep, and my dogs loved the extra workout! Tim was also an excellent host; I had to make a last-second time change and he was very gracious about it. Plus he came out to visit (after checking with me first), and it's clear that he is a true dog lover. We will definitely be back!Erica F.
Erica F.
March 2024
This was a great experience! The hill is immediate and very steep, and my dogs loved the extra workout! Tim was also an excellent host; I had to make a last-second time change and he was very gracious about it. Plus he came out to visit (after checking with me first), and it's clear that he is a true dog lover. We will definitely be back!
55This is a wonderful set up. The privacy fence is in great condition. The yard is well maintained. My 2 year old dog loved sprinting up the hill. Highly recommend. Sara F.
Sara F.
May 2024
This is a wonderful set up. The privacy fence is in great condition. The yard is well maintained. My 2 year old dog loved sprinting up the hill. Highly recommend.
55Very nice fenced yard with a hill. Water was provided and a place to put poop bags. There were chairs. Felt very safe letting my dog off leash. Already booked another visit. Barbara J.
Barbara J.
May 2024
Very nice fenced yard with a hill. Water was provided and a place to put poop bags. There were chairs. Felt very safe letting my dog off leash. Already booked another visit.
55This was our first time using this service and would gladly book again. The grass is lush and beautifully maintained. One of my dogs enjoyed rolling on her back and luxuriating on the lawn in between bouts of running up and down the hill. It's always been difficult to tire out my two active dogs but they fell solidly asleep as soon as we got home. Thanks, Tim!Laurie A.
Laurie A.
June 2024
This was our first time using this service and would gladly book again. The grass is lush and beautifully maintained. One of my dogs enjoyed rolling on her back and luxuriating on the lawn in between bouts of running up and down the hill. It's always been difficult to tire out my two active dogs but they fell solidly asleep as soon as we got home. Thanks, Tim!
55Lovely little hillside back yard completely fenced. Fresh water and a hose and lawn chairs available. No signage that it is a SniffSpot so we weren’t sure (neighborhood may not allow) but the place looked like the photos. Great little romp to break up our driving. Very accommodating host. Jennifer B.
Jennifer B.
July 2024
Lovely little hillside back yard completely fenced. Fresh water and a hose and lawn chairs available. No signage that it is a SniffSpot so we weren’t sure (neighborhood may not allow) but the place looked like the photos. Great little romp to break up our driving. Very accommodating host.
55Awesome spot! Quiet neighborhood, secure, private. Comfy chairs and big tree with shade! Our dog loved it and so did we! Becca B.
Becca B.
August 2024
Awesome spot! Quiet neighborhood, secure, private. Comfy chairs and big tree with shade! Our dog loved it and so did we!
How do Shakopee'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 Shakopee 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. 96% of reviews on Sniffspot visits in the Shakopee 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 176 fully fenced dog parks in the area. If your dog is reactive to other dogs, you can visit one of our 17 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.
Sniffspot has 176 fully fenced dog parks in or near Shakopee. Browse all fully enclosed options.
Where are good dog hiking trails near Shakopee?
The Shakopee area has 7 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 Poppy's Play Prairie: 15 acres of fun!.
Are there dog agility courses for rent in Shakopee?
Sniffspot has dog parks with agility equipment and/or dog obstacles in or near Shakopee. The most popular agility option is Friendly neighborhood backyard.
Where in Shakopee can I find a pool for dog swimming?
Can I rent a field for my dog to run near Shakopee?
There are 26 Sniffspot dog parks that offer fields in or near Shakopee where dogs can be off leash. The most popular field is Poppy's Play Prairie: 15 acres of fun!.