55Beautiful property. The dogs had a great time running around the woods and splashing on the stream. Perfect for my two. Host is very warm and welcoming. Thank you!Ali B.
Ali B.
June 2023
Beautiful property. The dogs had a great time running around the woods and splashing on the stream. Perfect for my two. Host is very warm and welcoming. Thank you!
55Beautiful setting. Easy to find location. Kind, wonderful host! The personalized welcome sign & tasty exit treats are the cherry on top. My 12 year old lab/shep had a WONDERFUL time exploring, especially watching the water flow in the streams. We both loved it here!Melissa R.
Melissa R.
May 2023
Beautiful setting. Easy to find location. Kind, wonderful host! The personalized welcome sign & tasty exit treats are the cherry on top. My 12 year old lab/shep had a WONDERFUL time exploring, especially watching the water flow in the streams. We both loved it here!
55The forest was very clean & the hosts we're super nice! My dog had a great time. The creek was moving really fast and it was so cute! I went on May 18, and I gotta say that I wish I would've brought bug spray-- I didn't even think about it, I'm not used to the forest hahaRachel H.
Rachel H.
May 2023
The forest was very clean & the hosts we're super nice! My dog had a great time. The creek was moving really fast and it was so cute! I went on May 18, and I gotta say that I wish I would've brought bug spray-- I didn't even think about it, I'm not used to the forest haha
55This place is magical! There are trails and woods and a field area for ball!! There is also fun in the water to be had!! It is private and so peaceful! Can’t wait to come back!!Emily H.
Emily H.
May 2023
This place is magical! There are trails and woods and a field area for ball!! There is also fun in the water to be had!! It is private and so peaceful! Can’t wait to come back!!
55Our pup loved this spot! He had so much fun exploring, sniffing, and playing fetch. Grace was a wonderful host and had toys, doggie bags, hand sanitizer, bug spray, sunscreen, and a water bowl available. And she left a treat for Odie & us on the way out! It was a beautiful drive and easy to find, and an afternoon well spent. Taylor C.
Taylor C.
May 2023
Our pup loved this spot! He had so much fun exploring, sniffing, and playing fetch. Grace was a wonderful host and had toys, doggie bags, hand sanitizer, bug spray, sunscreen, and a water bowl available. And she left a treat for Odie & us on the way out! It was a beautiful drive and easy to find, and an afternoon well spent.
55This is the single best sniffspot! The host was incredible, friendly and welcoming. An hour was not enough time, but we will be back as many times as possible this summer! Becca R.
Becca R.
May 2023
This is the single best sniffspot! The host was incredible, friendly and welcoming. An hour was not enough time, but we will be back as many times as possible this summer!
55Fantastic place to explore! We had lots of fun even though it was raining/snowing. The host was very kind and welcoming. We all got a little wet (and the pup got pretty muddy) but we were very happy. The goats are great too! We’ll be back again for sure!!Julie W.
Julie W.
April 2023
Fantastic place to explore! We had lots of fun even though it was raining/snowing. The host was very kind and welcoming. We all got a little wet (and the pup got pretty muddy) but we were very happy. The goats are great too! We’ll be back again for sure!!
55Wow, this place is really special! This was my first time visiting and Grace has thought of everything. My pup and I had a blast exploring this big, beautiful property. Just make sure to wear boots you can get muddy and bring a towel in case your dog decides to check out the creek. We both enjoyed the special treat that the host left for us at the end. Arielle F.
Arielle F.
April 2023
Wow, this place is really special! This was my first time visiting and Grace has thought of everything. My pup and I had a blast exploring this big, beautiful property. Just make sure to wear boots you can get muddy and bring a towel in case your dog decides to check out the creek. We both enjoyed the special treat that the host left for us at the end.
55Our dogs love the mini forest so much that they didn’t even notice the creek area until the end. If your dog loves water, this is the spot to go!Olive W.
Olive W.
March 2023
Our dogs love the mini forest so much that they didn’t even notice the creek area until the end. If your dog loves water, this is the spot to go!
55the owner was so lovely and really made our first sniffspot worth it!
we loved our little hike through the mini forest! a lot of areas to sniff, tons of room to run, the trees and water were peaceful, and the goats were a plus!
there were roosters nearby, so if your dog is reactive to them, your stay may double as a recall training sesh - this is what i did and had no issues! really loved that we got to practice our recall. each dog is different, you know your dog. :) Aerial R.
Aerial R.
March 2023
the owner was so lovely and really made our first sniffspot worth it!
we loved our little hike through the mini forest! a lot of areas to sniff, tons of room to run, the trees and water were peaceful, and the goats were a plus!
there were roosters nearby, so if your dog is reactive to them, your stay may double as a recall training sesh - this is what i did and had no issues! really loved that we got to practice our recall. each dog is different, you know your dog. :)
55My pup had lots of fun running around. Thank you for a fun time! I appreciated being able to meet the owner Grace and say hi before going in. There were some nice extra touches as well. Malia A.
Malia A.
March 2023
My pup had lots of fun running around. Thank you for a fun time! I appreciated being able to meet the owner Grace and say hi before going in. There were some nice extra touches as well.
55Great spot! Lots of hills and forest for the dogs to explore and a stream for them to wade in. The host was lovely and even left the dogs some treats when we left. We will definitely be back!Elizabeth N.
Elizabeth N.
March 2023
Great spot! Lots of hills and forest for the dogs to explore and a stream for them to wade in. The host was lovely and even left the dogs some treats when we left. We will definitely be back!
55This spot was great, and the host was lovely and took the time to add very sweet and personal touches. Visiting the goats on the property (in their own pen, not in the Sniffspot area) was such a highlight for our dog and baby both. We had a blast!Kelli K.
Kelli K.
March 2023
This spot was great, and the host was lovely and took the time to add very sweet and personal touches. Visiting the goats on the property (in their own pen, not in the Sniffspot area) was such a highlight for our dog and baby both. We had a blast!
55I wish I could rate this Sniffspot 6 stars! This app has been a blessing to our reactive dog, but this spot takes the cake! The space, the owner, everything was awesome! I wish I could account to come everyday! Beautiful spot to sit and read, or get some hiking in yourself! SeanahLisa C.
SeanahLisa C.
March 2023
I wish I could rate this Sniffspot 6 stars! This app has been a blessing to our reactive dog, but this spot takes the cake! The space, the owner, everything was awesome! I wish I could account to come everyday! Beautiful spot to sit and read, or get some hiking in yourself!
55Another amazing day at mini forest today!! One of my dogs found a mud pond and soaked up with joy:DAkane M.
Akane M.
March 2023
Another amazing day at mini forest today!! One of my dogs found a mud pond and soaked up with joy:D
How do Shawnigan Lake's private dog fields 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 Shawnigan Lake dog fields
Are dog fields safe?
If you are looking for an adventure, but also looking for safety, Sniffspot dog fields are a great option. While public dog parks have a number of safety issues, such as aggressive dogs, distracted dog owners, disease transmission and general cleanliness, Sniffspot dog parks are much safer than public dog parks. With Sniffspot all bookings are private space for just you and doggy friends you bring with you and we require all dogs to be vaccinated (or have equivalent titers). Especially for training, privacy is ideal. Contrary to public dog parks, all Sniffspot locations are vetted and reviewed by guests so you can find the perfect place for you and your dog for off leash exercise or outdoor training. 93% of reviews on Sniffspot visits are 5 stars, while public dog parks often do not even have verified reviews. All payment is done securely online by credit card in a few simple clicks.
All park rental information is available online. Start by filtering parks by fencing, size and distractions, to find a private spot that works for your dog. If your dog has poor recall, you can visit one of our secure fields. If your dog is reactive to other dogs, you can visit one of our dog fields where there are no dogs audible or visible nearby. You can review the details of the listing to make sure it works as your desired activity space, for example, safe dog exercise, dog training, a stress-free adventure with your furry friend or even a puppy event. You can even check the park amenities chart for amenities such as indoor training facilities, agility field, synthetic turf, exercise balls or field parking availability in advance. If inclement weather is an issue or poor field conditions, you can reschedule your visit up to 2 hours in advance.
What are the requirements to bring my dog to a Sniffspot dog field?
We require that all four-legged friends have basic vaccinations or equivalent titers. We do not allow dogs with a bite history. We require that guests sign our waiver and agree to follow our safety rules. Make sure to check host rules before visiting to ensure, for instance, that you are following allowable sports activities rules and any special events rules.
Will there be other dogs at the Sniffspot field at the same time as me?
No. Facility rentals are for private play time and any host dogs are required to be kept away from the area during visits, so this is perfect for a private adventure for you and your doggie friends, and perhaps a human friend. Hosts understand that many guests have dogs in training and are nervous owners. So when you book a Sniffspot dog field you have the entire private spot to yourself. We also enforce 30 min time buffers between time slots so you will not run into other guest dogs or a previous person when coming or leaving in the field parking area. Some hosts may have multiple fields, but there is always a buffer between fields.
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