55Beautiful property! Spacious backyard and enormous pool! An hour went by so quick and would definitely come back again for longer. Thank you for opening your backyard to the public so our doggies can enjoy it. Tiffany L.
Tiffany L.
May 2023
Beautiful property! Spacious backyard and enormous pool! An hour went by so quick and would definitely come back again for longer. Thank you for opening your backyard to the public so our doggies can enjoy it.
55This place was so perfect! It was my first Sniffspot visit and I truly don think we will visit another spot, my dogs had so much fun. Host was so responsive as well which makes everything so much easier! Cesar N.
Cesar N.
May 2023
This place was so perfect! It was my first Sniffspot visit and I truly don think we will visit another spot, my dogs had so much fun. Host was so responsive as well which makes everything so much easier!
55Great space to hang out with your dog(s). The pool is awesome for dogs who like to swim! There were lots of sticks for my stick-loving dog to play fetch with too Sandra L.
Sandra L.
February 2023
Great space to hang out with your dog(s). The pool is awesome for dogs who like to swim! There were lots of sticks for my stick-loving dog to play fetch with too
55My dog loved his first sniff spot experience here! He had plenty of room to run, roam, and sniff. We look forward to coming back in the future. Amina P.
Amina P.
February 2023
My dog loved his first sniff spot experience here! He had plenty of room to run, roam, and sniff. We look forward to coming back in the future.
55Gaby's yard is great. My 8 month old puppy and my 12 year old tripod both really enjoyed themselves. There are some chairs to relax in while the dogs are hanging out and there's a hose to fill water bowls. There are also a few toys around the yard for the pups.Jamie R.
Jamie R.
February 2023
Gaby's yard is great. My 8 month old puppy and my 12 year old tripod both really enjoyed themselves. There are some chairs to relax in while the dogs are hanging out and there's a hose to fill water bowls. There are also a few toys around the yard for the pups.
55Very nice spot! My dogs had a blast. The pool was clean and there were chairs to lounge out on. I brought my own pool toys and bug spray. Kaitlynn N.
Kaitlynn N.
February 2023
Very nice spot! My dogs had a blast. The pool was clean and there were chairs to lounge out on. I brought my own pool toys and bug spray.
55It was our first time using this app and we really enjoyed it. It was a great size yard and the dogs had fun. It was great for them to swim and explore. Kurt Q.
Kurt Q.
March 2023
It was our first time using this app and we really enjoyed it. It was a great size yard and the dogs had fun. It was great for them to swim and explore.
55Beautiful clean yard and pool! My dog had a blast running around and even attempted getting in the pool. We will definitely be coming back when the weather gets slightly warmer. 🙂Kaitlyn G.
Kaitlyn G.
April 2023
Beautiful clean yard and pool! My dog had a blast running around and even attempted getting in the pool. We will definitely be coming back when the weather gets slightly warmer. 🙂
55Very nice house in a pretty neighborhood. The host was very quick to respond when I asked a question. The backyard had a lot of trees which worked great for shade and staying out of the sun. I have a 60 pound staffie with lots of energy, and we were glad there was enough space to throw his ball and frisbee. Obviously this is out of their control, but just want to caution to bring bug spray, as I got eaten alive by mosquitos.Krysten A.
Krysten A.
April 2023
Very nice house in a pretty neighborhood. The host was very quick to respond when I asked a question. The backyard had a lot of trees which worked great for shade and staying out of the sun. I have a 60 pound staffie with lots of energy, and we were glad there was enough space to throw his ball and frisbee. Obviously this is out of their control, but just want to caution to bring bug spray, as I got eaten alive by mosquitos.
55My dogs loved it! Spacious yard, pool was very nice and clean, chairs were nice. The plants/trees provided great shade so it didn’t get too hot. Make sure to take a water bowl for you pups but water hose is there. Only con was the busy street against the fence .. my lab would get distracted and bark at cars and runners. But overall great visit!! My pups LOVED swimming! Thank you! Victoria Q.
Victoria Q.
May 2023
My dogs loved it! Spacious yard, pool was very nice and clean, chairs were nice. The plants/trees provided great shade so it didn’t get too hot. Make sure to take a water bowl for you pups but water hose is there. Only con was the busy street against the fence .. my lab would get distracted and bark at cars and runners. But overall great visit!! My pups LOVED swimming! Thank you!
55Morty had a grand time! We hope next time he’ll be willing to jump in the pool, but he did get his feet wet. He enjoyed running in the large yard. Thank you!!Barbara S.
Barbara S.
May 2023
Morty had a grand time! We hope next time he’ll be willing to jump in the pool, but he did get his feet wet. He enjoyed running in the large yard. Thank you!!
55My dogs LOVED this yard. There was plenty of space to run around and a great big pool they could play in. So far my favorite place we’ve visited. Sarah M.
Sarah M.
November 2022
My dogs LOVED this yard. There was plenty of space to run around and a great big pool they could play in. So far my favorite place we’ve visited.
55I didn’t think my dogs would enjoy the pool the way they did , but it was their favorite part . Jocelin G.
Jocelin G.
December 2022
I didn’t think my dogs would enjoy the pool the way they did , but it was their favorite part .
How do Shepherd'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 Shepherd 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 Shepherd 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 135 fully fenced dog parks in the area. If your dog is reactive to other dogs, you can visit one of our 19 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 Shepherd?
The best Sniffspot dog beach near Shepherd is . At Sniffspot beaches dogs can generally be off leash.
Does Shepherd have any fully fenced dog parks?
Sniffspot has 135 fully fenced dog parks in or near Shepherd. Browse all fully enclosed options.
Where are good dog hiking trails near Shepherd?
The Shepherd area has 4 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 The White House Ranch.
Are there dog agility courses for rent in Shepherd?
Sniffspot has dog parks with agility equipment and/or dog obstacles in or near Shepherd. The most popular agility option is Lisa's Private Dog Park In Coldspring.
Where in Shepherd can I find a pool for dog swimming?
Sniffspot has swimming options in the Shepherd area. The highest rated option is The White House Ranch.
Can I rent a field for my dog to run near Shepherd?
There are 26 Sniffspot dog parks that offer fields in or near Shepherd where dogs can be off leash. The most popular field is Lisa's Private Dog Park In Coldspring.