55This was our first sniffspot rental and our pup absolutely loved it! We have a big backyard so we really rented it for the pond. Our pup loves water and really enjoyed jumping off the dock and swimming! It was very quite & peaceful. We will definitely be back again to let our pup swim!! Ashley H.
Ashley H.
July 2023
This was our first sniffspot rental and our pup absolutely loved it! We have a big backyard so we really rented it for the pond. Our pup loves water and really enjoyed jumping off the dock and swimming! It was very quite & peaceful. We will definitely be back again to let our pup swim!!
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55This spot was great for our pup. It was mostly shaded which was nice on a hot/humid day. Our Evie loved swimming in the pond. And relaxing on the dock. Kelsey G.
Kelsey G.
July 2023
This spot was great for our pup. It was mostly shaded which was nice on a hot/humid day. Our Evie loved swimming in the pond. And relaxing on the dock.
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55What a wonderful time! Our host was communicative and kind. We very much appreciated the bug spray, chairs, and water toys. We had so much fun on the paddle boat, and Shadow had a blast swimming and running the shoreline. We can’t wait to come back! Gabrielle J.
Gabrielle J.
July 2023
What a wonderful time! Our host was communicative and kind. We very much appreciated the bug spray, chairs, and water toys. We had so much fun on the paddle boat, and Shadow had a blast swimming and running the shoreline. We can’t wait to come back!
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55We absolutely loved our visit! Sometimes it’s hard to find a Sniffspot with a great river for the dogs to swim in alone from other traffic. Very clean and super fun! We will definitely come back!☺️alexis s.
alexis s.
July 2023
We absolutely loved our visit! Sometimes it’s hard to find a Sniffspot with a great river for the dogs to swim in alone from other traffic. Very clean and super fun! We will definitely come back!☺️
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55We had the best time swimming! It was a little rainy but that didn’t bother us at all. The pups loved swimming and playing fetch. We will definitely be back!Tyler H.
Tyler H.
August 2023
We had the best time swimming! It was a little rainy but that didn’t bother us at all. The pups loved swimming and playing fetch. We will definitely be back!
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55This was a great spot if your kids like to swim! My son had a blast and this place allowed my daughter to finally become comfortable with the water!! We’ve been trying to get her to swim for the longest time and today she finally got in!! So happy! We really enjoyed our time here and can’t wait for next time Christina W.
Christina W.
August 2023
This was a great spot if your kids like to swim! My son had a blast and this place allowed my daughter to finally become comfortable with the water!! We’ve been trying to get her to swim for the longest time and today she finally got in!! So happy! We really enjoyed our time here and can’t wait for next time
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55Absolutely beautiful spot, great for dogs learning to swim and to work on recall. Very peaceful. Lamar had several amenities such as hose, baggies and chairs. Will be back!Heather B.
Heather B.
September 2023
Absolutely beautiful spot, great for dogs learning to swim and to work on recall. Very peaceful. Lamar had several amenities such as hose, baggies and chairs. Will be back!
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55A beautiful spot with a great host! Chairs, bug spray, and bags are left for visitors, and it’s such an amazing space for the pups and for humans! Ames G.
Ames G.
September 2023
A beautiful spot with a great host! Chairs, bug spray, and bags are left for visitors, and it’s such an amazing space for the pups and for humans!
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55What a beautiful spot! I can only imagine the gorgeous fall view so must come back. Mikey and his foster sister pups had a great time running around the spacious yard and tentatively trying swimming. Think they will be pros by next visit! Thank you, Lamar!Sharon G.
Sharon G.
September 2023
What a beautiful spot! I can only imagine the gorgeous fall view so must come back. Mikey and his foster sister pups had a great time running around the spacious yard and tentatively trying swimming. Think they will be pros by next visit! Thank you, Lamar!
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55This really was the perfect little getaway for us and our water dogs! Booked the space for 3 hours so we could take out the boat, relax, and have a little picnic. Will definitely be back!Amy W.
Amy W.
September 2023
This really was the perfect little getaway for us and our water dogs! Booked the space for 3 hours so we could take out the boat, relax, and have a little picnic. Will definitely be back!
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55This was our first Sniffspot and our pups LOVED it! Both dogs are still getting comfortable with swimming but had a blast playing in the shallows and running around in the woods. We’ll definitely be back.Margaret W.
Margaret W.
June 2024
This was our first Sniffspot and our pups LOVED it! Both dogs are still getting comfortable with swimming but had a blast playing in the shallows and running around in the woods. We’ll definitely be back.
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55This was our first visit and it did not disappoint! Beautiful, peaceful spot. It is very private and we didn’t see or hear any other people. We heard what sounded like several hunting dogs and chickens in the distance, but we didn’t see them. The host is friendly and messaged me ahead of time to let me know about parking, etc. The spot is clearly labeled and there are water toys and a trash can near the entrance. I highly recommend adding the floating dock if your dogs can already swim (it’s easy to fall off & hard to get back on). The dogs had to much fun bouncing around on it and jumping back and forth between the stationary & floating docks. Also lots to sniff and room to explore. Kim L.
Kim L.
July 2024
This was our first visit and it did not disappoint! Beautiful, peaceful spot. It is very private and we didn’t see or hear any other people. We heard what sounded like several hunting dogs and chickens in the distance, but we didn’t see them. The host is friendly and messaged me ahead of time to let me know about parking, etc. The spot is clearly labeled and there are water toys and a trash can near the entrance. I highly recommend adding the floating dock if your dogs can already swim (it’s easy to fall off & hard to get back on). The dogs had to much fun bouncing around on it and jumping back and forth between the stationary & floating docks. Also lots to sniff and room to explore.
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55LOVED this spot! Definitely our favorite sniffspot so far. It’s very quiet; didn’t see/ hear any other dogs or people. Our dog really enjoyed swimming in the pond. There’s a nice dock to sit on and Lamar had chairs, bug spray, and a hose which was greatly appreciated!! The host was so kind and communicative and even let my boyfriend fish in the pond and had boats to use! We can’t wait to come back!Brittany N.
Brittany N.
August 2024
LOVED this spot! Definitely our favorite sniffspot so far. It’s very quiet; didn’t see/ hear any other dogs or people. Our dog really enjoyed swimming in the pond. There’s a nice dock to sit on and Lamar had chairs, bug spray, and a hose which was greatly appreciated!! The host was so kind and communicative and even let my boyfriend fish in the pond and had boats to use! We can’t wait to come back!
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55We had a fantastic time. We walked the trails, and the girls swam. I asked for a floating dock with the anticipation of swimming with my dogs, but the water was a bit too chilly for me. And it was a gorgeous 1 1/2 hours there. We will definitely be back!Heather R.
Heather R.
August 2024
We had a fantastic time. We walked the trails, and the girls swam. I asked for a floating dock with the anticipation of swimming with my dogs, but the water was a bit too chilly for me. And it was a gorgeous 1 1/2 hours there. We will definitely be back!
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55Excellent Sniffspot with an excellent host! Lamar was communicative and super accommodating. I lost cellphone service on the drive there, and got a little lost which resulted in arriving to the Sniffspot late. Lamar was so kind and offered to let us stay past our scheduled time. Lamar also left the floating dock out for us, which was great because my dogs have never been on a floating dock before and seemed to enjoy hoping on it. Will definitely be returning for future visits!Marin B.
Marin B.
September 2024
Excellent Sniffspot with an excellent host! Lamar was communicative and super accommodating. I lost cellphone service on the drive there, and got a little lost which resulted in arriving to the Sniffspot late. Lamar was so kind and offered to let us stay past our scheduled time. Lamar also left the floating dock out for us, which was great because my dogs have never been on a floating dock before and seemed to enjoy hoping on it. Will definitely be returning for future visits!
How do Mechanicsville's private dog water 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 Mechanicsville dog water parks
Are dog water parks safe?
While public dog parks have a number of safety issues, such as aggressive dogs, disease transmission and general cleanliness, Sniffspot dog parks are 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. 93% of reviews on Sniffspot visits are 5 stars. If you are worried about whether you can have an enjoyable water experience, just know that it is possible to have peace of mind when visiting dog waterparks by following basic safety guidelines. Some great ways to stay safe around water with your dog include learning canine CPR and keep an eye on your dog at all times to ensure they are not distressed. You can learn more about safety around water here.
How can I find the best dog water parks in Mechanicsville?
How do I know if a dog water park works for my dog?
Start by applying basic filters, such as fencing and distractions, to find a dog park that works for your dog. If your dog doesn't have good recall, you can visit one of our fully fenced dog water parks. If your dog is reactive to other dogs, you can visit one of our dog water parks where there are no dogs audible or visible nearby. Make sure to review the amenities of the spot to see what kind of water features are offered to make sure it works for your dog. If your dog is not a strong swimmer, then perhaps choose a dog water park with tamer water features rather than a river or beach, for instance. We also recommend reading reviews and reaching out to the host with any questions, and of course, checking water park hours.
What are the requirements to bring my dog to a Sniffspot water park?
We require that all dogs 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. Additionally, we recommend following our water safety guidelines.
Will there be other dogs at the Sniffspot water park at the same time as me?
Sniffspot only allows one booking at a time and any host dogs are required to be kept away from the spot during visits. We also enforce 30 min time buffers between bookings.
If you are planning an amazing dog water park party, each Sniffspot water park has their own rules regarding special events. Many water parks allow doggie birthday parties, training and other event types. Event organizers need to be responsible for their guests and event organizers should coordinate with the host regarding their fun party.
What are the coolest doggie water features available?
Sniffspot dog water parks can have a variety of features, everything from swimming pools to rivers to beaches to hoses and kiddie pools. If you are dreaming of a curtain of water, water tunnels, a ball pit pool, water slide ball pits, splash pools or other cool features, you can definitely find amazing features at Sniffspot dog water parks. Each water park is different, so check the details of the park to find the incredible dog water park of your dreams.
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