55Amazing backyard with lots of little nooks and crannies for pups to explore. Rich was super nice and easy to talk to! 10/10! We will definitely be back!April W.
April W.
January 2024
Amazing backyard with lots of little nooks and crannies for pups to explore. Rich was super nice and easy to talk to! 10/10! We will definitely be back!
55Beautiful backyard with lots of room! Richard and his wife were very kind and welcoming. There was fresh water for the dogs and some toys. It was a great experience and would definitely come again:) Heather S.
Heather S.
January 2024
Beautiful backyard with lots of room! Richard and his wife were very kind and welcoming. There was fresh water for the dogs and some toys. It was a great experience and would definitely come again:)
55We had such an amazing time here! Richard and Rosie are excellent, considerate hosts. The property is stunning, and our pup had the time of her life! Thank you so much for sharing your lovely backyard with us!Caylin M.
Caylin M.
January 2024
We had such an amazing time here! Richard and Rosie are excellent, considerate hosts. The property is stunning, and our pup had the time of her life! Thank you so much for sharing your lovely backyard with us!
55Richard & Rosie are great, they came out to meet us and show us around their backyard. They even offered my mom a blanket on the cold afternoon while she watched her grand-dog play.
The yard has a lot of nooks and crannies, so lots of things to sniff. My Rudy found it very interesting. His favorite game is hide and seek, so it was perfect for that. Milan M.
Milan M.
January 2024
Richard & Rosie are great, they came out to meet us and show us around their backyard. They even offered my mom a blanket on the cold afternoon while she watched her grand-dog play.
The yard has a lot of nooks and crannies, so lots of things to sniff. My Rudy found it very interesting. His favorite game is hide and seek, so it was perfect for that.
55Our dog loved this spot! It has many levels and different areas to explore and play, including inclines and flat spaces. Hosts also provide water and toys.Vanessa C.
Vanessa C.
February 2024
Our dog loved this spot! It has many levels and different areas to explore and play, including inclines and flat spaces. Hosts also provide water and toys.
55Absolutely loved the time we spent in Richard’s backyard. Fun toys, multiple levels, and a nice little lawn space for the dog and my boys to run around like crazy people. We will be back!Lauren F.
Lauren F.
February 2024
Absolutely loved the time we spent in Richard’s backyard. Fun toys, multiple levels, and a nice little lawn space for the dog and my boys to run around like crazy people. We will be back!
55We had a great time at Richard's place! He gave us a quick tour of the yard and we appreciated the water bowl, easy access to the outdoor faucet, and toys he had for us to use. Izzy was thrilled to meet a new friend and Richard seemed just as happy to meet her...he's definitely a dog lover! Izzy tired herself out with zoomie circuits of the entire yard and enjoyed sniffing her way around the different levels. We did some recall practice on the lawn, tug, and hide-and-seek. Then we enjoyed the sitting area while Izzy hung out in the woodsy area watching squirrels beyond the fence and kids playing outside the apartments across the creek. The fencing is very secure so we had no need to worry when Izzy was out of view. We will definitely be back!Katie K.
Katie K.
February 2024
We had a great time at Richard's place! He gave us a quick tour of the yard and we appreciated the water bowl, easy access to the outdoor faucet, and toys he had for us to use. Izzy was thrilled to meet a new friend and Richard seemed just as happy to meet her...he's definitely a dog lover! Izzy tired herself out with zoomie circuits of the entire yard and enjoyed sniffing her way around the different levels. We did some recall practice on the lawn, tug, and hide-and-seek. Then we enjoyed the sitting area while Izzy hung out in the woodsy area watching squirrels beyond the fence and kids playing outside the apartments across the creek. The fencing is very secure so we had no need to worry when Izzy was out of view. We will definitely be back!
55Richard’s yard was absolutely fantastic for my little Frenchy. I can’t imagine how beautiful it is in the spring and summer because his landscaping is just gorgeous. We will definitely definitely be back.Christina P.
Christina P.
February 2024
Richard’s yard was absolutely fantastic for my little Frenchy. I can’t imagine how beautiful it is in the spring and summer because his landscaping is just gorgeous. We will definitely definitely be back.
55Richard greeted me upon arrival and gave me a tour of the yard so I knew the lay of the land! He had some toys and balls ready to go, as well as a bowl and water. My dog had a great time sprinting around - there's lots of space and good enrichment via a mix of leafy woodsy area, a set of stone tiers to jump up and run along, and the space around the house and immediate backyard. It is in a very quiet area, and parking was a breeze (Richard has you park right in the driveway). My dog and I are excited to come again in the future!Eliza D.
Eliza D.
February 2024
Richard greeted me upon arrival and gave me a tour of the yard so I knew the lay of the land! He had some toys and balls ready to go, as well as a bowl and water. My dog had a great time sprinting around - there's lots of space and good enrichment via a mix of leafy woodsy area, a set of stone tiers to jump up and run along, and the space around the house and immediate backyard. It is in a very quiet area, and parking was a breeze (Richard has you park right in the driveway). My dog and I are excited to come again in the future!
55Richard’s spot is amazing! The yard is big, fully fenced, and has different levels for play and different terrain. He walked us thorough the whole layout and put out toys, water and chairs. We had a great time chatting with Richard and our pup Clio had the time of her life running laps and throwing around the toys. Highly recommend this spot and we will definitely be back!Ashley M.
Ashley M.
February 2024
Richard’s spot is amazing! The yard is big, fully fenced, and has different levels for play and different terrain. He walked us thorough the whole layout and put out toys, water and chairs. We had a great time chatting with Richard and our pup Clio had the time of her life running laps and throwing around the toys. Highly recommend this spot and we will definitely be back!
55Always a wonderful time at this lovely home and backyard. Ellie especially enjoyed digging in the dirt in the woodsy area at the very back and working on her multi tiered jumps!Lauren F.
Lauren F.
February 2024
Always a wonderful time at this lovely home and backyard. Ellie especially enjoyed digging in the dirt in the woodsy area at the very back and working on her multi tiered jumps!
55Richard's dog park is fantastic! Plenty of places for our dog to run around, varied terrain, and also a bunch of toys that are ready to use. Richard was a gracious host and even came out to meet us personally. We'll definitely be back!Robert M.
Robert M.
February 2024
Richard's dog park is fantastic! Plenty of places for our dog to run around, varied terrain, and also a bunch of toys that are ready to use. Richard was a gracious host and even came out to meet us personally. We'll definitely be back!
55Absolutely wonderful experience! The space is beautifully maintained, very secure, and there are so so many different spots and sections to sniff! Richard was very kind and met us out front when we arrived to show us the space. We will definitely be back again soon!! Sarah L.
Sarah L.
March 2024
Absolutely wonderful experience! The space is beautifully maintained, very secure, and there are so so many different spots and sections to sniff! Richard was very kind and met us out front when we arrived to show us the space. We will definitely be back again soon!!
55A dog’s paradise! Piper loved this dynamic yard. There is just so much to do and explore! I appreciated the seating as well. Looking forward to coming back again and again. 😊🐶Sabrina H.
Sabrina H.
April 2024
A dog’s paradise! Piper loved this dynamic yard. There is just so much to do and explore! I appreciated the seating as well. Looking forward to coming back again and again. 😊🐶
55The host Richard, was very friendly and kind. The yard was fully fenced in and had many different levels and ground coverings. I highly recommend Richards Dog Park. My dogs loved it and we will definitely be back. Karen W.
Karen W.
April 2024
The host Richard, was very friendly and kind. The yard was fully fenced in and had many different levels and ground coverings. I highly recommend Richards Dog Park. My dogs loved it and we will definitely be back.
55Both of them were extremely kind and welcoming. They greeted us when we first arrived and showed us around. Our dogs had a wonderful time! It was a lot of space for two dogs and there were lots of toys for them to play with.
We arrived 20 minutes late, and Richie was kind enough to let us stay a little extra.
Highly recommend this spot, would definitely come back!Cindy W.
Cindy W.
April 2024
Both of them were extremely kind and welcoming. They greeted us when we first arrived and showed us around. Our dogs had a wonderful time! It was a lot of space for two dogs and there were lots of toys for them to play with.
We arrived 20 minutes late, and Richie was kind enough to let us stay a little extra.
Highly recommend this spot, would definitely come back!
How do Waltham'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
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FAQ about our Waltham 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. 95% of reviews on Sniffspot visits in the Waltham 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 221 fully fenced dog parks in the area. If your dog is reactive to other dogs, you can visit one of our 30 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.
Sniffspot has 221 fully fenced dog parks in or near Waltham. Browse all fully enclosed options.
Where are good dog hiking trails near Waltham?
The Waltham area has 7 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 Arlo's Private Dog Park In Millbury.
Are there dog agility courses for rent in Waltham?
Can I rent a field for my dog to run near Waltham?
There are 37 Sniffspot dog parks that offer fields in or near Waltham where dogs can be off leash. The most popular field is Shannon's Private Dog Park In Sutton.