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OwingsMaryland20736US
5.099
55Such a great time!
55Wonderful private spot! This place was highly recommended from my trainer to work on our e-collar skills. Trails are clearly marked, we had no problems navigating even with the freshly fallen leaves. It was wonderful to be able to let my pup run and sniff without getting tangled in a long-line, or me being paranoid about hunters.
55Lovely spot. My GSP girls tired themselves out with loads of sniffing/running/prowling. Pay attention to the markers on the trees, if you don’t see any, you’ve probably strayed off. Good cell service, quiet area, informative host provides all the info you need, along with a map explaining the paths.
55Great spot to take my dogs for a peaceful walk in the woods!
55Had a wonderful time!
55We loved every second of our time there! The trails were great and well marked!
55Our dog loves this spot, hops around like a puppy again. We love it
55Mills always has a great time here.
55We had a great time!
55What an amazing sniff spot where my pup could explore and get her zoomies out. She was so excited 🥹 I was worried I would get lost but the trail is marked very well and the host gave me great directions to parking area. Will deff be back. I walked about 1 mile total through the trail.
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Mary Lou's Private Dog Park In Owings

Owings, Maryland
Unfenced
68 acres
5.099 reviews
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Hosted by Mary Lou O.

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Mary Lou's Private Dog Park In Owings

Owings, Maryland
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Hosted by Mary Lou O.
5.099 reviews
Top spot
Unfenced
68 acres
Mary Lou's Private Dog Park In Owings - Owings, Maryland
Mary Lou's Private Dog Park In Owings - Owings, Maryland
Mary Lou's Private Dog Park In Owings - Owings, Maryland

Fencing

Enclosure

Unfenced


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 will be in the house. The guest parking is a good distance away so it shouldn’t be a problem.

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 and goats that are kept in a fenced in area.

GUEST FEEDBACK

91% of guests saw/heard

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

Amenities

River, stream or creek

Field

Dog drinking water

Chairs

Woods

Trail


Pricing
$13 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!

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Location

Owings, Maryland

Description

68 acres and wooded trails and a large open field, located down a long privet driveway. Let your dogs run and play without the worries associated with a public park! We do have chickens, goats, and dogs on the property but they are either fenced in or in the house during your visit.

Cleanliness

100% of guests said this spot was as clean as expected during their visit.

Hazards

This spot has a running steam with rocks and other agricultural. Make sure to review these guidelines for visiting spots with water before visiting: https://help.sniffspot.com/article/167-how-to-keep-your-dog-safe-around-pools-and-water"

Host Rules

Minimum visit length
30 minutes
Required advanced notice for visits
2 hours
Max dogs per booking
11
Is the host present?
I generally do not meet my guests
Additional rules

-No dogs over 20lbs in the pool.


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

5.0 (99 Reviews)

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Meet your host

Mary Lou O.

Joined in July 2023


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Mary Lou's Private Dog Park In Owings

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Fully Fenced
0.25 acres
5(154)
$10 dog / hour
Alexandria, VA