55This yard has two distinct areas which can both be used. Owner was very welcoming and yard was secure and interesting for my dog. Will visit again!Tanya M.
Tanya M.
February 2021
This yard has two distinct areas which can both be used. Owner was very welcoming and yard was secure and interesting for my dog. Will visit again!
55I have a rescue Pittie with a long trauma history. Two weeks ago another dog attacked him and my partner while they were on a walk. For years, I’ve struggled with dog parks and wanting to give him the space to run around and be a happy dog he deserves despite his trauma. I’m a cryer & naturally lose it at those lost dogs reuniting with their owners YouTube videos already but Damnit did I sob seeing how happy Bam Bam was today. Absolutely signing up for a monthly membership. Thank you!Kelsey D.
Kelsey D.
January 2023
I have a rescue Pittie with a long trauma history. Two weeks ago another dog attacked him and my partner while they were on a walk. For years, I’ve struggled with dog parks and wanting to give him the space to run around and be a happy dog he deserves despite his trauma. I’m a cryer & naturally lose it at those lost dogs reuniting with their owners YouTube videos already but Damnit did I sob seeing how happy Bam Bam was today. Absolutely signing up for a monthly membership. Thank you!
55Great visit. Our dog loved it and had a great time doing the small agility course. Unfortunately, we left our big water bowl there. We’ll definitely be back soon and pick it up! Thanks!Maury X.
Maury X.
January 2023
Great visit. Our dog loved it and had a great time doing the small agility course. Unfortunately, we left our big water bowl there. We’ll definitely be back soon and pick it up! Thanks!
55Our first visit to Sweetbay Farm was a huge success! Both dogs had a great time! There was so much room for them to run, retrieve and sniff! We appreciate the towels. Looking forward to our next visit.Jill D.
Jill D.
January 2023
Our first visit to Sweetbay Farm was a huge success! Both dogs had a great time! There was so much room for them to run, retrieve and sniff! We appreciate the towels. Looking forward to our next visit.
55Love this spot. Very clean, fully fenced and so many little extras to make the visit worthwhile. This is my favorite so far of the Frederick area spots.Tonya A.
Tonya A.
January 2023
Love this spot. Very clean, fully fenced and so many little extras to make the visit worthwhile. This is my favorite so far of the Frederick area spots.
55Lots of space for running around and multiple seating options, including a covered shelter area where I was glad to take some breaks from the freezing wind today. Fresh cooler with water to refill the water bowl. And we hope to be able to do more with the agility equipment on our next visit.Kellyn M.
Kellyn M.
January 2023
Lots of space for running around and multiple seating options, including a covered shelter area where I was glad to take some breaks from the freezing wind today. Fresh cooler with water to refill the water bowl. And we hope to be able to do more with the agility equipment on our next visit.
55Brought our 8 month old German Shepherd & 6 year old Chion here & they both absolutely loved it! Lots of land for them to run & our GSD loved trying the agility course! Owners provided toys and supplies and everything was so nice! We will definitely be back!Maggie V.
Maggie V.
January 2023
Brought our 8 month old German Shepherd & 6 year old Chion here & they both absolutely loved it! Lots of land for them to run & our GSD loved trying the agility course! Owners provided toys and supplies and everything was so nice! We will definitely be back!
55Another amazing time at Sweet Bay! My dog loves the horses and she got crazy zoomies after one gently greeted her through the fence. Appreciate the towels and the shavings that were put down! We’ll be back again soon!Susanna P.
Susanna P.
January 2023
Another amazing time at Sweet Bay! My dog loves the horses and she got crazy zoomies after one gently greeted her through the fence. Appreciate the towels and the shavings that were put down! We’ll be back again soon!
55My corgis loved all the open space and the new "sniffs." My 5 month old puppy, Titan, even completed some of the agility ramps! I love that the area is fenced in with ample room for running around. The field was well taken care of and clean. We will definitely be coming back and recommending this sniff spot to our friends with their dogs!Brooke H.
Brooke H.
January 2023
My corgis loved all the open space and the new "sniffs." My 5 month old puppy, Titan, even completed some of the agility ramps! I love that the area is fenced in with ample room for running around. The field was well taken care of and clean. We will definitely be coming back and recommending this sniff spot to our friends with their dogs!
55Our pup Fox loved Sweetbay Farm! So much space to run around and it’s securely fenced! He loved the toys that were provided and the agility equipment! We will definitely be back with all three of our dogs! Thank you Sweetbay!!! Amanda H.
Amanda H.
January 2023
Our pup Fox loved Sweetbay Farm! So much space to run around and it’s securely fenced! He loved the toys that were provided and the agility equipment! We will definitely be back with all three of our dogs! Thank you Sweetbay!!!
55Sara's sniffspot is perfect for us! Wonderfully fenced in, with water available, toys and towels (on those muddy days). When we first came here, she helped us with directions - and since then we've loved coming :) Thanks Sara!!Amanda C.
Amanda C.
January 2023
Sara's sniffspot is perfect for us! Wonderfully fenced in, with water available, toys and towels (on those muddy days). When we first came here, she helped us with directions - and since then we've loved coming :) Thanks Sara!!
55The area is huge and peaceful and our golden retriever Henry loved running all over the place and retrieving balls. The agility equipment is awesome. There’s plenty of seating for humans and even a shelter for inclement weather. We appreciated the clock in the shelter, it helped us keep track of our time very easily. We will definitely visit again, it’s a great dog friendly and people friendly spot that is well-maintained and clean. The owner’s attention to details like the clock, signage with instructions and the cute signs are welcoming and helpful. Easy to replenish the water bowl with water from the large cooler jug. Thanks a bunch.Jackie D.
Jackie D.
January 2023
The area is huge and peaceful and our golden retriever Henry loved running all over the place and retrieving balls. The agility equipment is awesome. There’s plenty of seating for humans and even a shelter for inclement weather. We appreciated the clock in the shelter, it helped us keep track of our time very easily. We will definitely visit again, it’s a great dog friendly and people friendly spot that is well-maintained and clean. The owner’s attention to details like the clock, signage with instructions and the cute signs are welcoming and helpful. Easy to replenish the water bowl with water from the large cooler jug. Thanks a bunch.
55GREAT SPOT! A large quiet area with lots to do. Multiple places for people to sit and watch their dogs sniff around. There are toys, water bowls, and poop bags provided. Couldn't ask for more, will be back soon! 🥰McKenna S.
McKenna S.
February 2023
GREAT SPOT! A large quiet area with lots to do. Multiple places for people to sit and watch their dogs sniff around. There are toys, water bowls, and poop bags provided. Couldn't ask for more, will be back soon! 🥰
55We have used SSs religiously for the past few years and traveled across the country with our two Aus. Shepherds. We've been to Sara's property a few hundred times during that time. I can say without ANY reservations, that her property is the best...hands down. We've run into a few issues with other properties here and there, etc., but we have never, EVER had any issues whatsoever at Sweet Bay. Owners using SSs want a property that is big, secure, clean and quiet...SB delivers in spades and then some....THE BEST SPOT IN THE DMV.Jason D.
Jason D.
February 2023
We have used SSs religiously for the past few years and traveled across the country with our two Aus. Shepherds. We've been to Sara's property a few hundred times during that time. I can say without ANY reservations, that her property is the best...hands down. We've run into a few issues with other properties here and there, etc., but we have never, EVER had any issues whatsoever at Sweet Bay. Owners using SSs want a property that is big, secure, clean and quiet...SB delivers in spades and then some....THE BEST SPOT IN THE DMV.
55My dog had an amazing time! It’s easily the best sniff spot we’ve tried. Parking was well marked, there were lots of toys, and tons of room to run. Highly recommend! Bridget B.
Bridget B.
February 2023
My dog had an amazing time! It’s easily the best sniff spot we’ve tried. Parking was well marked, there were lots of toys, and tons of room to run. Highly recommend!
55Love this location! Open space to run without having to worry about the doggos getting away as it’s fully fenced. Close enough to town to make a quick trip out but also country enough that there is no worry about vehicles Christina L.
Christina L.
February 2023
Love this location! Open space to run without having to worry about the doggos getting away as it’s fully fenced. Close enough to town to make a quick trip out but also country enough that there is no worry about vehicles
55Perfect. The yard is huge and slightly sloped for water runoff. So, no soft turf! Was wonderful. Very clean. Signs were helpful and appreciated. We will be back!Tracey A.
Tracey A.
February 2023
Perfect. The yard is huge and slightly sloped for water runoff. So, no soft turf! Was wonderful. Very clean. Signs were helpful and appreciated. We will be back!
55This was above and beyond!! So so much space, and every amenity imaginable! Our pup had the best day of her life - we’ll certainly be back!Shannon L.
Shannon L.
March 2023
This was above and beyond!! So so much space, and every amenity imaginable! Our pup had the best day of her life - we’ll certainly be back!
How do Hancock'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
Many of the spots we list are designed with sensitive dogs in mind
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FAQ about our Hancock 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. 96% of reviews on Sniffspot visits in the Hancock 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 102 fully fenced dog parks in the area. If your dog is reactive to other dogs, you can visit one of our 9 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 102 fully fenced dog parks in or near Hancock. Browse all fully enclosed options.
Where are good dog hiking trails near Hancock?
The Hancock area has 102 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 Greensburg's 1 Acre Fully Fenced Private Dog Yard.
Are there dog agility courses for rent in Hancock?