55We really enjoy every single time that we come visit this spot. We have been coming here mostly every weekend for about a month and a half and we will never get bored about driving hours to get to see our Pepper happy 🐕! This place is perfect for him to run freely and my husband and I love seeing him happy.
Thank you to Caren the host, because she always thinks of their guest necessities and it’s so very nice and welcoming 🥰☺️🐕Yesenia M.
Yesenia M.
August 2024
We really enjoy every single time that we come visit this spot. We have been coming here mostly every weekend for about a month and a half and we will never get bored about driving hours to get to see our Pepper happy 🐕! This place is perfect for him to run freely and my husband and I love seeing him happy.
Thank you to Caren the host, because she always thinks of their guest necessities and it’s so very nice and welcoming 🥰☺️🐕
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55Great space. She really takes extra care to provide fun and useful amenities for both the dogs and the owners. She obviously also cares deeply for animals and is an extremely kind individual. I recommend this spot. Lara S.
Lara S.
August 2024
Great space. She really takes extra care to provide fun and useful amenities for both the dogs and the owners. She obviously also cares deeply for animals and is an extremely kind individual. I recommend this spot.
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55Definitely a place where they care about your pets 🧡🐕🫶, so 100/10 for that.
Our Pepper is a highly reactive dog and have been able to have a good response to some circumstances that he never encountered before. Caren and his husband really care about animals, you can see that from thousands miles away, they truly engaged with their guest and have a pretty awesome sniff spot 🙏🫶👏👏👏!!! Bravo for that!!!Yesenia M.
Yesenia M.
August 2024
Definitely a place where they care about your pets 🧡🐕🫶, so 100/10 for that.
Our Pepper is a highly reactive dog and have been able to have a good response to some circumstances that he never encountered before. Caren and his husband really care about animals, you can see that from thousands miles away, they truly engaged with their guest and have a pretty awesome sniff spot 🙏🫶👏👏👏!!! Bravo for that!!!
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55As always Palmhill was amazing and both of my fur babies played to their hearts’ content! Caren and her husband are wonderful hosts; always have plenty of fresh water and toys. This is our favorite and #1 spot❤️Amy d.
Amy d.
August 2024
As always Palmhill was amazing and both of my fur babies played to their hearts’ content! Caren and her husband are wonderful hosts; always have plenty of fresh water and toys. This is our favorite and #1 spot❤️
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55Perfect spot for our 3 pups to explore and run and Caren was a lovely host! Stocked with ball, toys, water and the gate is chain link and very secure! We will be back soon :)anise o.
anise o.
August 2024
Perfect spot for our 3 pups to explore and run and Caren was a lovely host! Stocked with ball, toys, water and the gate is chain link and very secure! We will be back soon :)
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55Location was easy to find the host was very nice and situated us right away. My dogs had a blast. My German Shepherd did not want to leave. We will be back again!Sonia V.
Sonia V.
August 2024
Location was easy to find the host was very nice and situated us right away. My dogs had a blast. My German Shepherd did not want to leave. We will be back again!
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55Always so nice to be here 🫰🧡🐕! Our Pepper is always happy freely running in this amazing sniff spot! Our top spot to bring him every time we have a chance!Yesenia M.
Yesenia M.
August 2024
Always so nice to be here 🫰🧡🐕! Our Pepper is always happy freely running in this amazing sniff spot! Our top spot to bring him every time we have a chance!
Palmhill's Private Dog Park In Valley Center | Sniffspot
55This is a great open spot to let your dogs just explore or if you need some wide open space for play. Balls and ball throwers on site plus a nice shaded portico and a tub if they need to really cool off.
It’s a hard-pack pasture like space so definitely be mindful of the heat - it’s got quite a heat dome on it. Lots of gopher/burrowing animal holes so be mindful of your feet!
Caren is your lovely host and cares deeply about animals - you will be well taken care.
Totally worth it!!!
P.S. leave no trace! Cleaning up after yourself/dogs is not only good manners but ensures this type of service remains available for your future use and everyone else 😃Clint I.
Clint I.
August 2024
This is a great open spot to let your dogs just explore or if you need some wide open space for play. Balls and ball throwers on site plus a nice shaded portico and a tub if they need to really cool off.
It’s a hard-pack pasture like space so definitely be mindful of the heat - it’s got quite a heat dome on it. Lots of gopher/burrowing animal holes so be mindful of your feet!
Caren is your lovely host and cares deeply about animals - you will be well taken care.
Totally worth it!!!
P.S. leave no trace! Cleaning up after yourself/dogs is not only good manners but ensures this type of service remains available for your future use and everyone else 😃
Palmhill's Private Dog Park In Valley Center | Sniffspot
55Today I brought my Norman, a 20lb Border Terrier whom can be very reactive to other dogs and has a very high prey drive! Thanks to Palmhill Sniffspot Norman was allowed off leash and just be a dog! He had so much fun and so did I! He played with balls and toys, I'm sure he would have emptied the entire container if he could. There was fresh water for him and the fog kept it super cool. While there are no gaps in the fencing I did spot 2 places that a little dog going after a critter could squeeze through with chase motivation. That being said I wasn't concerned, Norman was more than occupied on me and his ball. Thank you so much Caren for providing this safe spot for my dogs 😊🩷gemma B.
gemma B.
August 2024
Today I brought my Norman, a 20lb Border Terrier whom can be very reactive to other dogs and has a very high prey drive! Thanks to Palmhill Sniffspot Norman was allowed off leash and just be a dog! He had so much fun and so did I! He played with balls and toys, I'm sure he would have emptied the entire container if he could. There was fresh water for him and the fog kept it super cool. While there are no gaps in the fencing I did spot 2 places that a little dog going after a critter could squeeze through with chase motivation. That being said I wasn't concerned, Norman was more than occupied on me and his ball. Thank you so much Caren for providing this safe spot for my dogs 😊🩷
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55Thank you for always caring about your guests Caren! We have visited different sniff spots, and not joking this is our number one place to go and have a good time with our not so very friendly Malinois 😅🥲🐕🫶!
Yesenia M.
Yesenia M.
August 2024
Thank you for always caring about your guests Caren! We have visited different sniff spots, and not joking this is our number one place to go and have a good time with our not so very friendly Malinois 😅🥲🐕🫶!
Palmhill's Private Dog Park In Valley Center | Sniffspot
55We had a wonderful visit to Caren’s property. She is a lovely host and provided everything our dogs could need for a fun time. We will definitely be back. This is a great location for any reactive dog that can’t go to group settings but still needs the chance to run and play freely. Definitely recommend. 🌟Jamie C.
Jamie C.
September 2024
We had a wonderful visit to Caren’s property. She is a lovely host and provided everything our dogs could need for a fun time. We will definitely be back. This is a great location for any reactive dog that can’t go to group settings but still needs the chance to run and play freely. Definitely recommend. 🌟
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55Additional review to my previous message as I had mentioned I spotted 2 small gaps that my little terriers would have squeezed themselves through if on hot pursuit of a critter, was rectified by the kindest of all hosts, Caren and her husband! They went out of their way to make sure my pups were safe to have fun, not to mention my emotional state! I can't thank these wonderful people enough!!gemma B.
gemma B.
September 2024
Additional review to my previous message as I had mentioned I spotted 2 small gaps that my little terriers would have squeezed themselves through if on hot pursuit of a critter, was rectified by the kindest of all hosts, Caren and her husband! They went out of their way to make sure my pups were safe to have fun, not to mention my emotional state! I can't thank these wonderful people enough!!
55Very nice large and clean property that our Pointers loved to explore. Plenty of room for them to romp around and get tired and thirsty. Host was very thoughtful to leave bottled water out . Jessica K.
Jessica K.
October 2022
Very nice large and clean property that our Pointers loved to explore. Plenty of room for them to romp around and get tired and thirsty. Host was very thoughtful to leave bottled water out .
55Wonderful safe spacious yard. Easy to find & paved parking.
Nice hosts.
Variated terrain, gently sloping with lots of room for a large dog to run and explore. Everything is well-fenced, areas that are off limits are completely fenced off.
There was a lot of dog poop in several large-ish sections of the yard on our visit, but it was a very rainy wet day, So I doubt anyone reall wanted to be on poop duty! There was a pooper scooper and bottle of water with a dog bowl by the gate.
Very glad to have this new spacious sniff spot close to home, Thank you to the hosts. We'll be back. Michele S.
Michele S.
December 2022
Wonderful safe spacious yard. Easy to find & paved parking.
Nice hosts.
Variated terrain, gently sloping with lots of room for a large dog to run and explore. Everything is well-fenced, areas that are off limits are completely fenced off.
There was a lot of dog poop in several large-ish sections of the yard on our visit, but it was a very rainy wet day, So I doubt anyone reall wanted to be on poop duty! There was a pooper scooper and bottle of water with a dog bowl by the gate.
Very glad to have this new spacious sniff spot close to home, Thank you to the hosts. We'll be back.
55This was our second visit and we had a great time playing hide and seek and running around. Huge, fun safe yard
Hosts messaged me after my first visit (which was during the heavy rain), apologizing for all the dog poop in the backyard as they had just returned from out of town and did not know the dog sitter hadn't cleaned up after the dogs. Michele S.
Michele S.
December 2022
This was our second visit and we had a great time playing hide and seek and running around. Huge, fun safe yard
Hosts messaged me after my first visit (which was during the heavy rain), apologizing for all the dog poop in the backyard as they had just returned from out of town and did not know the dog sitter hadn't cleaned up after the dogs.
55Love this spot! Lots of space to run and things to explore
Nice little seasonal creek at the bottom was running the past couple visits
Friendly communicative hosts. Michele S.
Michele S.
January 2023
Love this spot! Lots of space to run and things to explore
Nice little seasonal creek at the bottom was running the past couple visits
Friendly communicative hosts.
55Very nice, lots for Diego to explore
especially liked the little creek. Tina had some chairs and water set out and surprised us with other some lemons to take home. We will definitely be visiting again.Mark H.
Mark H.
January 2023
Very nice, lots for Diego to explore
especially liked the little creek. Tina had some chairs and water set out and surprised us with other some lemons to take home. We will definitely be visiting again.
How do Valley Center'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 Valley Center 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.