55Very large area to play with your dog/s and lots of trees for shade. Owner greeted us on our first visit which is highly appreciated and there were a lot of toys available as well! 💜Xyrene M.
Xyrene M.
May 2021
Very large area to play with your dog/s and lots of trees for shade. Owner greeted us on our first visit which is highly appreciated and there were a lot of toys available as well! 💜
55We are so grateful for this heaven on earth for our puppers. Having a safe place to run and play off leash is such a blessing!
We were saddened, however, that several visitors prior to us did not clean up after their pups this last time - even though these lovely hosts provide pooh bags and a waste can by the gate. We took out 5 extra bags this go 'round. Come on, folks, this couple is incredibly gracious in sharing their property. Cleaning up after our puppers is part of our jobs as pawrents. We appreciate this opportunity - and will continue to be respectful and responsible pawrents when visiting.Lyn P.
Lyn P.
April 2021
We are so grateful for this heaven on earth for our puppers. Having a safe place to run and play off leash is such a blessing!
We were saddened, however, that several visitors prior to us did not clean up after their pups this last time - even though these lovely hosts provide pooh bags and a waste can by the gate. We took out 5 extra bags this go 'round. Come on, folks, this couple is incredibly gracious in sharing their property. Cleaning up after our puppers is part of our jobs as pawrents. We appreciate this opportunity - and will continue to be respectful and responsible pawrents when visiting.
55This place is fantastic! My dogs loved the huge area to run. Large shady trees with chairs and a table. 2 bowls of water and a large bowl of balls provided. Was in the area for work, so stopped by for 30 min. If I lived closer, I would go all the time. Cynthia G.
Cynthia G.
January 2021
This place is fantastic! My dogs loved the huge area to run. Large shady trees with chairs and a table. 2 bowls of water and a large bowl of balls provided. Was in the area for work, so stopped by for 30 min. If I lived closer, I would go all the time.
55Our first visit to a SniffSpot and we had a great time! The yard was Very Large, clean, safe and secure. Plenty of space for my Dutch Shepard to run full speed. Clean water and some fetch toys were provided. We felt welcomed and we will be back!Cathy B.
Cathy B.
January 2021
Our first visit to a SniffSpot and we had a great time! The yard was Very Large, clean, safe and secure. Plenty of space for my Dutch Shepard to run full speed. Clean water and some fetch toys were provided. We felt welcomed and we will be back!
55My dogs love this place and have such a blast every time! There is always fresh water available, a chuck it and balls and very clean. They are such a sweet couple to share their awesome yard with all of us dog owners.
If you have an escape artist or tiny dog, there are smaller gaps in the wood fence to be aware of and a temporary plastic construction fence splitting two yards. Hal was sweet to make sure all gates were secure for us.
It's a great space for elder or disabled pups or dogs recovering from surgery who need to be on leash to go and sniff.
If you have a reactive dog, it would be good to let Hal know to avoid saying hi, they are very receptive to special instructions or needs.
Elisa R.
Elisa R.
January 2021
My dogs love this place and have such a blast every time! There is always fresh water available, a chuck it and balls and very clean. They are such a sweet couple to share their awesome yard with all of us dog owners.
If you have an escape artist or tiny dog, there are smaller gaps in the wood fence to be aware of and a temporary plastic construction fence splitting two yards. Hal was sweet to make sure all gates were secure for us.
It's a great space for elder or disabled pups or dogs recovering from surgery who need to be on leash to go and sniff.
If you have a reactive dog, it would be good to let Hal know to avoid saying hi, they are very receptive to special instructions or needs.
55Luna always has a good time playing fetch, while I enjoy catching up with Colleen (from 6+ feet away and masked). The yard is fully fenced and good sized for a nice game of Chuck it! Always a fresh supply of water and no worries about other animals wandering in. Erika B.
Erika B.
December 2020
Luna always has a good time playing fetch, while I enjoy catching up with Colleen (from 6+ feet away and masked). The yard is fully fenced and good sized for a nice game of Chuck it! Always a fresh supply of water and no worries about other animals wandering in.
55This was a repeat visit for our pups. The set up is slightly different than the last time we came, but still great for zoomies and well maintained. Elly K.
Elly K.
December 2020
This was a repeat visit for our pups. The set up is slightly different than the last time we came, but still great for zoomies and well maintained.
55Hal has a nice large fenced area for puppy play. His yard is always clean with fresh water available. We come once a week for our big dogs to run. Highly recommend!Roger E.
Roger E.
December 2020
Hal has a nice large fenced area for puppy play. His yard is always clean with fresh water available. We come once a week for our big dogs to run. Highly recommend!
55This is a wonderful yard for zooming! There is fresh water, chairs, trash for poop, some balls and a chuckit. It’s a great space and the host is very attentive!Katie A.
Katie A.
December 2020
This is a wonderful yard for zooming! There is fresh water, chairs, trash for poop, some balls and a chuckit. It’s a great space and the host is very attentive!
55Hal and his wife are such a lovely couple! So nice and inviting. Really big CLEAN yard with lots of cool little quirks like their rock sofa with a little rock kitten on in :) We used their Chuck It the whole entire time because the yard is so big! Their house and personal yard was beautiful to see from the distance, overall such a comfortable private yard to hang out with your pup :) Thu N.
Thu N.
December 2020
Hal and his wife are such a lovely couple! So nice and inviting. Really big CLEAN yard with lots of cool little quirks like their rock sofa with a little rock kitten on in :) We used their Chuck It the whole entire time because the yard is so big! Their house and personal yard was beautiful to see from the distance, overall such a comfortable private yard to hang out with your pup :)
55My favorite Sniffspot so far! Its a great size with plenty of room for multiple dogs to play. Hal was also very friendly with welcoming us and making us feel comfortable using his space. I felt secure with the fence for my dog because its high and goes all around, however I would not recommend it if you have a tiny dog or a very skilled escape artist because there are a few small holes here and there in the fence. I didn't notice any holes in the ground, it is very well maintained!Tess F.
Tess F.
October 2020
My favorite Sniffspot so far! Its a great size with plenty of room for multiple dogs to play. Hal was also very friendly with welcoming us and making us feel comfortable using his space. I felt secure with the fence for my dog because its high and goes all around, however I would not recommend it if you have a tiny dog or a very skilled escape artist because there are a few small holes here and there in the fence. I didn't notice any holes in the ground, it is very well maintained!
55The yard was huge!! They fenced off the part near the house which is perfect so we didn’t need to corral the dogs off the deck. Nice tall fencing and clean water put out for our dogs. We can’t wait to go back!Amanda H.
Amanda H.
November 2020
The yard was huge!! They fenced off the part near the house which is perfect so we didn’t need to corral the dogs off the deck. Nice tall fencing and clean water put out for our dogs. We can’t wait to go back!
How do University Place'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 University Place 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 University Place?
There are 179 small dog parks in the University Place 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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