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Looking for a public dog park in Springfield, Missouri?
Cruse Dog Park
Unfenced·6.0 Acres
1069 S Wabash Ave, Springfield, MO
Park hours:
7-8 a.m.
Agility equipment
Small dog friendly
Swimming pool
Field
Trail
Dog drinking water
Table
Chairs
Indoor restroom available
Park rules:
Owners are legally responsible for the actions of their dogs.
2. All dogs must be registered with the Springfield-Greene County Park Board prior to entry in the Cruse
Dog Park (“Park” hereafter), and all dogs must wear a Springfield-Greene County Park Board Pass Tag.
All breeds of dogs are allowed in the Park, subject to applicable City Code provision relating to specific
breeds or specific dogs found to be aggressive.
3. No one under the age of 18 is allowed unless accompanied by an adult. Children under the age of 8 are
not allowed in the “off-leash” area.
4. A maximum of two (2) dogs are allowed per handler.
5. Keep your dog(s) on leash until you are inside the fenced “off-leash” designated area. Leaving dogs unattended is prohibited. Handlers must monitor and control their dog(s) at all times. While inside the
off-leash area, you must keep one leash per dog with you at all times.
6. Aggressive dogs must be immediately removed from the Park and will be permanently barred from reentry into the Park.
7. “Scoop your poop”. Owners must clean up after their dogs.
8. Dogs must be current on all vaccinations and must wear a current rabies tag.
9. Puppies under four (4) months of age are not allowed in the Park.
10. Dogs in heat are not allowed in the Park.
11. No food, drinks, dog treats or smoking is allowed. Water is provided inside the off-leash area for both
humans and canines.
12. Spiked collars are not allowed to be used while in the Park. Only flat collars and/or a harness may be
used.
13. Dog toys may be used in the park unless the use of such toys creates disruptive behavior among other
Why rent a private dog park in Springfield, Missouri?
Features
Sniffspot
Public park
Designed for private play
Rentable by the hour
Off leash options
Very large and/or fully fenced options
Pricing
$5 - $15 per dog per hour
Free
What types of private dog parks are available?
Sniffspot has different types of private dog parks to allow any dog to find their ideal spot!
55This is a huge space for your pups to run around! Mine had a great time! There are neighbor dogs that come out sometimes, so if your dogs have an issue with that just be prepared. We will definitely be coming back DeAnna T.
DeAnna T.
December 2023
This is a huge space for your pups to run around! Mine had a great time! There are neighbor dogs that come out sometimes, so if your dogs have an issue with that just be prepared. We will definitely be coming back
55Super friendly! We were late due to me getting off work later than I thought and she let us stay for the full hour anyways. Even set out treats for our pupper and hand sanitizer! Yard was also clean and a very nice sizeBrittany N.
Brittany N.
April 2023
Super friendly! We were late due to me getting off work later than I thought and she let us stay for the full hour anyways. Even set out treats for our pupper and hand sanitizer! Yard was also clean and a very nice size
55This was our first time using sniff spot. It was an outstanding visit. The yard was beautiful and well maintained. Lots of shade and space for my pup to explore. Would definitely recommend!Tina R.
Tina R.
May 2023
This was our first time using sniff spot. It was an outstanding visit. The yard was beautiful and well maintained. Lots of shade and space for my pup to explore. Would definitely recommend!
55Great space! Brook was prompt and communicative. The yard was stocked with toys, a water bowl and fresh water access. I appreciate having space to allow my reactive dog to exercise while we travel! Keri C.
Keri C.
May 2023
Great space! Brook was prompt and communicative. The yard was stocked with toys, a water bowl and fresh water access. I appreciate having space to allow my reactive dog to exercise while we travel!
55We had the honor of being Brooke’s first guests. The space is inviting, safe, and has plenty to offer dogs and their accompanying humans. There is some great shade trees towards the back of the property with plenty of room for running after a ball or frisbee. Lexi had a lot of fun and we will be back. One thing to note: if you use the pool, tools are provided for cleaning. Make sure you leave plenty of time in your booking to clean after yourselves. Anastasia S.
Anastasia S.
June 2024
We had the honor of being Brooke’s first guests. The space is inviting, safe, and has plenty to offer dogs and their accompanying humans. There is some great shade trees towards the back of the property with plenty of room for running after a ball or frisbee. Lexi had a lot of fun and we will be back. One thing to note: if you use the pool, tools are provided for cleaning. Make sure you leave plenty of time in your booking to clean after yourselves.
Happy Place Fully Fenced with Pool Private Dog Park In Springfield | Sniffspot
55This play space is perfect for pups of any size. The pool makes for a very relaxing and fun time. So thankful to have found this amazing and safe space for my pup😁Cindy C.
Cindy C.
June 2024
This play space is perfect for pups of any size. The pool makes for a very relaxing and fun time. So thankful to have found this amazing and safe space for my pup😁
Happy Place Fully Fenced with Pool Private Dog Park In Springfield | Sniffspot
55The location is amazing! So much space for my pup to swim and run around! Also, Brooke had everything you could possibly need out for us (sunscreen, towel, toys, water bowls, poop bags)!!!Heleena H.
Heleena H.
July 2024
The location is amazing! So much space for my pup to swim and run around! Also, Brooke had everything you could possibly need out for us (sunscreen, towel, toys, water bowls, poop bags)!!!
Happy Place Fully Fenced with Pool Private Dog Park In Springfield | Sniffspot
55What a lovely place to spend a summer evening! Thank you so much. I am so excited to have a place my dogs can swim. The property is clean and pretty, shady and secure, and Brooke clearly has thought of everything, including fresh water for the dogs and a place to throw away poo bags. Thank you! We will be back! Robin M.
Robin M.
July 2024
What a lovely place to spend a summer evening! Thank you so much. I am so excited to have a place my dogs can swim. The property is clean and pretty, shady and secure, and Brooke clearly has thought of everything, including fresh water for the dogs and a place to throw away poo bags. Thank you! We will be back!
Happy Place Fully Fenced with Pool Private Dog Park In Springfield | Sniffspot
55Nice big yard and a lovely small pool. I was grateful for a safe space to water test a couple of my dogs. Easy to access and find. Nice spot!Sarah W.
Sarah W.
July 2024
Nice big yard and a lovely small pool. I was grateful for a safe space to water test a couple of my dogs. Easy to access and find. Nice spot!
55This was a nice sized yard for my girl and I to play. She had a blast rolling in the leaves and chewing on a few sticks. There were no other dogs in sight during our visit. Would return.Tianna L.
Tianna L.
November 2023
This was a nice sized yard for my girl and I to play. She had a blast rolling in the leaves and chewing on a few sticks. There were no other dogs in sight during our visit. Would return.
55The visit was amazing! It was my first time trying this. Yard is huge, water is available, and so is folding chairs. You can hear dogs but my dog wasn’t too curious. Julie B.
Julie B.
March 2024
The visit was amazing! It was my first time trying this. Yard is huge, water is available, and so is folding chairs. You can hear dogs but my dog wasn’t too curious.
55Our boy loves to run around! Plenty of room, fresh water access and even chairs for the fur parents!!! We have been to this spot soon to be three times now because we just love it! Thank you so much Sky for letting us use your backyard!! We appreciate it so much😊Laney L.
Laney L.
March 2024
Our boy loves to run around! Plenty of room, fresh water access and even chairs for the fur parents!!! We have been to this spot soon to be three times now because we just love it! Thank you so much Sky for letting us use your backyard!! We appreciate it so much😊
55It was amazing, nice and quiet. Big fenced in yard! My doggies had such a good time!! It’s definitely in a good area too! Very accessible! I’m going to 100% be coming back! It was so much fun!Lestat R.
Lestat R.
March 2024
It was amazing, nice and quiet. Big fenced in yard! My doggies had such a good time!! It’s definitely in a good area too! Very accessible! I’m going to 100% be coming back! It was so much fun!
55Host is always good on communication! I like bringing my dog here. There can be some dogs next door from time to time so keep that in mind when bringing your pup. Jessie O.
Jessie O.
March 2024
Host is always good on communication! I like bringing my dog here. There can be some dogs next door from time to time so keep that in mind when bringing your pup.
55Only thing I would change is there is a dog in the house barking and I really wished the dog was able to come out and play with my dogs! Ava and Zsa Zsa were so excited to hear another dog barking. The dog in the house looked so excited to come out and wanting to play also. When I book again I will request dog to come out and play!Kelly P.
Kelly P.
June 2024
Only thing I would change is there is a dog in the house barking and I really wished the dog was able to come out and play with my dogs! Ava and Zsa Zsa were so excited to hear another dog barking. The dog in the house looked so excited to come out and wanting to play also. When I book again I will request dog to come out and play!
55This is a large yard with big trees and foliage! Lots of sniffing potential! My dogs loved it! We’ll be back!Deedra B.
Deedra B.
June 2024
This is a large yard with big trees and foliage! Lots of sniffing potential! My dogs loved it! We’ll be back!
How do Springfield'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 Springfield 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. 0% of reviews on Sniffspot visits in the Springfield 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 fully fenced dog parks in the area. If your dog is reactive to other dogs, you can visit one of our 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.
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