55Awesome yard and super friendly host. It's entirely fenced and the terrain moves from lawn to wooded area. There's a very secure Chicken Coop as well. A good amount of room to run around in with lots of variety. We're definitely going back.Andy T.
Andy T.
November 2020
Awesome yard and super friendly host. It's entirely fenced and the terrain moves from lawn to wooded area. There's a very secure Chicken Coop as well. A good amount of room to run around in with lots of variety. We're definitely going back.
55Amazing backyard! Everything my dog could have wished for. Fenced in entirely with 4/5 foot wire fencing that is sturdy. I felt safe letting my dog off leash. He loved being able to run in the open yard and also explore the wooded area. The chicken coup is 100% dog proof. Believe me, my dog tried. The host is very welcoming and made the experience seamless. We can't wait to go back!Leeanne M.
Leeanne M.
December 2020
Amazing backyard! Everything my dog could have wished for. Fenced in entirely with 4/5 foot wire fencing that is sturdy. I felt safe letting my dog off leash. He loved being able to run in the open yard and also explore the wooded area. The chicken coup is 100% dog proof. Believe me, my dog tried. The host is very welcoming and made the experience seamless. We can't wait to go back!
55My dog absolutely loved this spot! He did not want to leave. There is a lot of room to run around and the host is very accommodating and welcoming.Caroline F.
Caroline F.
December 2020
My dog absolutely loved this spot! He did not want to leave. There is a lot of room to run around and the host is very accommodating and welcoming.
55Doggy heaven earns its name - my dog had the time of her life!! Being a dedicated escape artist, my dog thoroughly checked the entire perimeter for gaps or holes, but it was totally secure. There is plenty of land for dogs to both run and explore. She also had fun trying to play with some of the more curious chickens in the coup, which is also . Spending an hour here is worth it.
While I was there, a neighbor let out 2 dogs next door that ran to the fence to meet mine, one was a little more agitated. But it was not a problem for my dog and they ignored each other after a couple minutes. Bianca M.
Bianca M.
December 2020
Doggy heaven earns its name - my dog had the time of her life!! Being a dedicated escape artist, my dog thoroughly checked the entire perimeter for gaps or holes, but it was totally secure. There is plenty of land for dogs to both run and explore. She also had fun trying to play with some of the more curious chickens in the coup, which is also . Spending an hour here is worth it.
While I was there, a neighbor let out 2 dogs next door that ran to the fence to meet mine, one was a little more agitated. But it was not a problem for my dog and they ignored each other after a couple minutes.
55Amazing place! It's huge and entirely fenced (the chicken coop is secure too), our pups had an amazing time exploring. Will absolutely be back (:Ian G.
Ian G.
December 2020
Amazing place! It's huge and entirely fenced (the chicken coop is secure too), our pups had an amazing time exploring. Will absolutely be back (:
55The host was very responsive and helpful! I had made a mistake with the scheduling and she was very helpful working with me.
The yard is fully fenced and secure. It's a combination of open field and woods, so there was plenty to explore and sniff and enough room to get in a ton of sprinting. My dog will probably be napping for days!
A neighbors dog came to the fence to say hi and barked a bit. This didn't bother us at all, but something to note if you happen to have a reactive dog. I am sure we will be back soon!Alexandra S.
Alexandra S.
January 2021
The host was very responsive and helpful! I had made a mistake with the scheduling and she was very helpful working with me.
The yard is fully fenced and secure. It's a combination of open field and woods, so there was plenty to explore and sniff and enough room to get in a ton of sprinting. My dog will probably be napping for days!
A neighbors dog came to the fence to say hi and barked a bit. This didn't bother us at all, but something to note if you happen to have a reactive dog. I am sure we will be back soon!
55The dogs had a blast! Tons of room to run and sniff around, and they used to live around chickens in a previous city so they loved seeing and hearing them today! Will be back!Cassie H.
Cassie H.
January 2021
The dogs had a blast! Tons of room to run and sniff around, and they used to live around chickens in a previous city so they loved seeing and hearing them today! Will be back!
55Awesome place to run around, even in 2 feet of snow! My snow dogs had a ball. They do have chickens on property but the fear nothing and seemed just as interested in my husky as he was in them. The coop is totally enclosed, no risk of close encounters with doggy mouths.
The fence that circles most of the yard is a simple pipe and garden fencing, not super secure looking but all of it is in dense brush or up a significant hill, it would take some anti-gravity feats for a dog to clear it; though I’m sure a super determined dog could. The low part of the yard collected hip high snow and it was sooooo much fun. Def will come back!Samantha S.
Samantha S.
February 2021
Awesome place to run around, even in 2 feet of snow! My snow dogs had a ball. They do have chickens on property but the fear nothing and seemed just as interested in my husky as he was in them. The coop is totally enclosed, no risk of close encounters with doggy mouths.
The fence that circles most of the yard is a simple pipe and garden fencing, not super secure looking but all of it is in dense brush or up a significant hill, it would take some anti-gravity feats for a dog to clear it; though I’m sure a super determined dog could. The low part of the yard collected hip high snow and it was sooooo much fun. Def will come back!
55This home was such a perfect place for our energetic dog to let out some zoomies! This yard is enormous, with lots of space to run and wooded areas to explore, all while being fully enclosed by a fence so we don’t have to worry about our escape artist getting away! 10/10!Shayna J.
Shayna J.
February 2021
This home was such a perfect place for our energetic dog to let out some zoomies! This yard is enormous, with lots of space to run and wooded areas to explore, all while being fully enclosed by a fence so we don’t have to worry about our escape artist getting away! 10/10!
55This yard was perfect for our dog-tons of space to roam free and play fetch, and lots of interesting features to explore. We definitely hope to come back. One thing to note-the chickens, while completely secure in their coop, are visible, so I could see a dog with a high prey drive getting fixated a bit. We were able to distract ours with fetch and it ended up being a good training opportunity to focus on us. Just something to be aware of! Overall I highly recommend. Kerri B.
Kerri B.
February 2021
This yard was perfect for our dog-tons of space to roam free and play fetch, and lots of interesting features to explore. We definitely hope to come back. One thing to note-the chickens, while completely secure in their coop, are visible, so I could see a dog with a high prey drive getting fixated a bit. We were able to distract ours with fetch and it ended up being a good training opportunity to focus on us. Just something to be aware of! Overall I highly recommend.
55This is a great spot! It’s huuuge, the dogs never ran out of space to explore. There are so many interesting areas, with woods and open areas and different levels. The fencing worked great for our pups. Soba loved fetching with sticks and Toshii spent most of the time hunting unsuccessfully for mice in the snow. The chickens are in a very secure coop and our dogs didn’t even pay attention to them. We drove all the way from Ipswich and would definitely do it again. Thanks for having us!David A.
David A.
February 2021
This is a great spot! It’s huuuge, the dogs never ran out of space to explore. There are so many interesting areas, with woods and open areas and different levels. The fencing worked great for our pups. Soba loved fetching with sticks and Toshii spent most of the time hunting unsuccessfully for mice in the snow. The chickens are in a very secure coop and our dogs didn’t even pay attention to them. We drove all the way from Ipswich and would definitely do it again. Thanks for having us!
55An absolutely wonderful spot for our pup to sniff, fetch and play! There's a huge area for fetch and running, a wooded area in the back that our girl sniffed around and enjoyed, and even a whole coop of chickens that she loved to watch (we were calling it Chicken TV)! The host was really nice and accommodating. Everything you could ask for, and an absolute godsend for us as we work on our dogs' reactivity challenges. It was so good for us to be able to see her run and have fun in a safe environment without the fear of being triggered by other dogs. Thank you Shania for a great afternoon!Keith D.
Keith D.
March 2021
An absolutely wonderful spot for our pup to sniff, fetch and play! There's a huge area for fetch and running, a wooded area in the back that our girl sniffed around and enjoyed, and even a whole coop of chickens that she loved to watch (we were calling it Chicken TV)! The host was really nice and accommodating. Everything you could ask for, and an absolute godsend for us as we work on our dogs' reactivity challenges. It was so good for us to be able to see her run and have fun in a safe environment without the fear of being triggered by other dogs. Thank you Shania for a great afternoon!
55Another fun time visiting on a beautiful day! My dog is finally getting use to the chickens and it seemed like the chickens enjoyed our company as well today. Beyond lucky to have this option for my dog. A million thanks to the host.Leeanne M.
Leeanne M.
March 2021
Another fun time visiting on a beautiful day! My dog is finally getting use to the chickens and it seemed like the chickens enjoyed our company as well today. Beyond lucky to have this option for my dog. A million thanks to the host.
55This was the best way to start the day! We were met by the host who is so welcoming and friendly. The dogs had plenty of open space for fetch. We took breaks to explore the wooded areas before getting back to all-out running. The property is fully fenced. An hour was just enough time. Both dogs are sound asleep now. We will definitely be regulars! ☺️Suzanne S.
Suzanne S.
March 2021
This was the best way to start the day! We were met by the host who is so welcoming and friendly. The dogs had plenty of open space for fetch. We took breaks to explore the wooded areas before getting back to all-out running. The property is fully fenced. An hour was just enough time. Both dogs are sound asleep now. We will definitely be regulars! ☺️
55Host was very nice and greeted us when we visited. Very large open area and lovely wooded area for our dog to sniff around. There's plenty of room for our dog to run around and she got to see some chickens for the first time! J M.
J M.
March 2021
Host was very nice and greeted us when we visited. Very large open area and lovely wooded area for our dog to sniff around. There's plenty of room for our dog to run around and she got to see some chickens for the first time!
55Our first visit- we had a great time and will be back for sure! The property is interesting, not just a big boring lawn - there are winding paths through trees, up
and down a sloped area, a chicken coop to visit and then there is a large flat open field. Her landscaping layout makes for different areas to explore providing an excellent dog adventure within the safety of a fence . S. was an excellent host and made us feel very welcome on her property. Justine C.
Justine C.
March 2021
Our first visit- we had a great time and will be back for sure! The property is interesting, not just a big boring lawn - there are winding paths through trees, up
and down a sloped area, a chicken coop to visit and then there is a large flat open field. Her landscaping layout makes for different areas to explore providing an excellent dog adventure within the safety of a fence . S. was an excellent host and made us feel very welcome on her property.
How do Arlington'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 Arlington 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.