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FarmingtonNew Hampshire03835US
5.0164
45Very nice and secluded spot, which I loved because of my anxious boy....
45This is a great spot to entertain your dogs! The fencing is secure,...
55Our very favorite sniffspot 🙂
55Such a peaceful spot! Our dogs loved cooling off in the pool.
55Another great visit! Reckless loved the new frisbees too!
55Archie always has the best time running and rolling around in the...
45This was a first for us with SniffSpot and certainly NOT the...
55Good size play area with lots of toy and activity options. Driveway a...
55Our pups love visiting the playground and especially love the pool!
55Very accommodating of my chaotic schedule
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The Pooch Playground

Farmington, New Hampshire
Fully Fenced
0.25 acres
4.96164 Reviews
Top spot
Sniffpass
Host avatar
Hosted by Kimberly S.

The Pooch Playground

Farmington, New Hampshire
Host avatar
Hosted by Kimberly S.
Sniffpass
4.96164 Reviews
Top spot
Sniffpass
Fully Fenced
0.25 acres
The Pooch Playground - Farmington, New Hampshire
The Pooch Playground - Farmington, New Hampshire
The Pooch Playground - Farmington, New Hampshire

Fencing

Enclosure

Fully Fenced

Fencing height (at lowest point)

5 ft

100% of guests said fencing at this spot was secure enough to contain their dogs

Gaps or holes in fence: No gaps

Fencing type(s): Cattle with wire mesh

Fencing details: The property is over 200 acres. Hiking/walking on a leash in unfenced area is encouraged.


Designed for private play
Only the people and dogs in your booking are allowed in the spot during your visit.

Distractions seen/heard from the spot

Other dogsSometimes

Other dogs

Sometimes

My dogs have their own yard by the house- 150ft away from the Sniffspot. My dogs will be kept in during visits. The neighbor's dog can sometimes be heard, but 100 feet, a tree line, and a stone wall separate their property from the Spot. Please let us know if your dog needs their privacy.

GUEST FEEDBACK

9% of guests saw/heard

Designed for private play
Only the people and dogs in your booking are allowed in the spot during your visit.

Other domestic animalsYes

Other domestic animals

Yes (Always)

We have chickens that live in the barn, have an outdoor run, and may free-range at times for tick control. We have horses that may be visible from the spot at times, though the pasture is 150 ft away.

GUEST FEEDBACK

61% of guests saw/heard

Designed for private play
Only the people and dogs in your booking are allowed in the spot during your visit.

Other peopleSometimes

Other people

Sometimes

This is a working farm and we may be out in the garden, at the barn, or in the hay fields. Please indicate if your dog needs space so that we know to work away from the spot.

GUEST FEEDBACK

16% of guests saw/heard

Designed for private play
Only the people and dogs in your booking are allowed in the spot during your visit.

Private entryYes

Private entry

Yes (Always)

Let me know, when you book your visit, that your dog needs space. I will make sure that we stay away from the spot and are not in the driveway when you enter.

Designed for private play
Only the people and dogs in your booking are allowed in the spot during your visit.

Amenities

Agility equipment

Parkour obstacles

Field

Dog drinking water

Chairs

Dog toys


Pricing
$10 per dog per hour

50% off all dogs after the 1st dog

25% off hourly price for 30 min visit

Sniffpass holders get discounts on all bookings at all spots by buying monthly credits!
This spot offers additional discounts.

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Location

Farmington, New Hampshire

Description

***** PLEASE READ THE ENTIRE DESCRIPTION ***** There is important information here. Situated on a scenic working farm (think tractors and people working- though not close to the spot), the Pooch Playground spans about 1/4 acre and is fully enclosed. Tucked next to a small woodland area, this location offers enough distance from the house and barn for a feeling of privacy. The field adjacent to the area is preserved for wildlife. Mornings and evenings are when we do most of our chores and you are likely to see us. The garden, barn and house are far enough from the spot that its not usually an issue. *****There is not a lot of shade in the spot. You are welcome to move the chair to the shade as needed.***** The frisbees are free to take home! We mow the spot every week, except during drought conditions. We purposely maintain longer grass (2-3 inches instead of cutting it too short) to withstand high traffic and dog urine. We leave 'islands' of grass long for sniffing and exploration. Look at the pictures of the spot. If a toy ends up in the field and you don't want to walk through the tall grass, let us know, and we will retrieve it. The pool is cloudy due to the algae inhibitor and concentrated barley killing off any algae that tries to form. The water is safe.

Cleanliness

99% of guests said this spot was as clean as expected during their visit.

Hazards

HOST NOTE

No small dogs (under 25lbs) until I am sure we have found and filled all of the gaps under the fence from uneven ground. Rocks in tall grass spots, possibly wild rose bushes with thorns popping up in non-mowed areas, wild mushrooms, wild roses growing against the fence on the woods side, ticks, thistle, hawks, and eagles. Possible holes from prior dogs digging. On your Sniffari walk you might encounter: Wild mushrooms, burs, thistle, ticks, bees, wasps, caterpillars, frogs, skunks, porcupines, bears, deer, coyotes, hawks, eagles, bobcats, old barbed wire, uneven ground, vines on the ground, rocks sticking up, roots, all the normal hazards that you would find in nature. Bald eagles and hawks hunt here, small dogs could be at risk, so do not leave them unattended. ELECTRIC FENCING around horse pasture.

Extras

Dog Training$65

Per hour. Basic obedience, confidence building for fearful dogs, separation anxiety, leash manners, other behavioral issues. No aggression issues please.

Leashed walk around fields$0

Walk the perimeter of our 11 acres of hay fields (please stay on edges as our fields are hayed to feed our horses), visit the frog pond, and let your dog have a grand sniffari! Just some of the smells available for your dog's enjoyment are coyote, wild turkey, deer, bobcat and porcupine Please remember your bags to clean up after your dog. Bags are also available for use, they are located in the toybox. Allow a minimum of 30 minutes to walk the field.


Host Rules

Minimum visit length
30 minutes
Required advanced notice for visits
1 hour
Max dogs per booking
5
Is the host present?
I generally do not meet my guests
Additional rules

PLEASE: 5 MPH down the driveway! Chickens & children may be present. Dogs must be leashed when outside of the fenced area.


Community safety rules
Dogs must be leashed when entering and exiting the spot.
Make sure the area is safe and secure before bringing your dog in.
Never enter a spot before your booking start time and never leave late.
Pick up after your dogs. Leave the spot as it was when you arrived.
Always review and abide by spot specific rules.
Unless otherwise stated, restrooms are not available on site.

Booking Policies

Community safety rules
Dogs must be leashed when entering and exiting the spot.
Make sure the area is safe and secure before bringing your dog in.
Never enter a spot before your booking start time and never leave late.
Pick up after your dogs. Leave the spot as it was when you arrived.
Always review and abide by spot specific rules.
Unless otherwise stated, restrooms are not available on site.

In addition, please make sure to read Sniffspot's booking policies


Booking Policies
Only one booking is allowed at a time at any spot and there is an enforced 30 min buffer between all bookings to ensure dogs in separate bookings do not meet.
This spot is set for Booking, which means you will be instantly confirmed for any booking you request. You will receive the address and access instruction immediately following booking.
Visits can be moved or cancelled up to 2 hours before a visit.
Visits can be extended and dogs can be added throughout the visit.

Top spot!

This spot consistently provides amazing experiences to guests

4.96 (164 Reviews)

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Meet your host

Kimberly S.

Joined in May 2022

I am terrible at these. I love dogs (and all animals). I am a grandmother with 3 Huskies, 4 horses, and 24 chickens. I work part-time in the veterinary field and am a certified dog trainer.


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