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5.0187
55Great backyard! There was plenty of space for my dog to chase the ball and run around. He had a great time running laps with the neighbor's dog through the fence. I plan on being back.
55excellent spot to play with your pup - great space to run and chase the ball - easy access - picnic table to enjoy - we have visited many times and will be back
55wonderful yard - Mellie had fun soaking in all the sights and sounds and stretching her legs - thank you
55My dog had the best morning. I was thrilled with how happy he was. The yard has so much space for running. There was an assortment of toys to play with. There was a blanket to sit on to keep me dry from the morning dew. The area was clean and well kept. We had a wonderful experience. Highly recommend.
55Always a great time at this SniffSpot. We had not been in a while but, my girl still knew where we were, half a mile out. This is our favorite spot and will always return!
55Alyssa’s fenced play area is large, very clean, and securely fenced. She also provided fresh water for the pups & guests, poop bags for pups, nice seating areas, and the neighborhood is very quiet. We would like to return in the future. Thank you, Alyssa!
55We had a great time at Alyssa’s! I especially appreciated her preparation for us to set out fresh water and open up her backyard at such short notice (we booked only a couple hours in advance). Thank you! We hope to be back soon!
55Great yard! Shiloh had a great time playing and sniffing!
55My dog and I enjoyed the open area inside the fence which had fun toys and water.
55Great spot to let your pup run around, my boy had a great time! Nice amenities for humans too (plenty of seating and cold water to drink). We will definitely come back! 😁
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Alyssa's Fully Fenced Play Area for City Dogs

Richmond, Virginia
Fully Fenced
0.33 acres
5.0187 reviews
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Sniffpass
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Hosted by Alyssa C.

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Alyssa's Fully Fenced Play Area for City Dogs

Richmond, Virginia
Host avatar
Hosted by Alyssa C.
Sniffpass
5.0187 reviews
Top spot
Sniffpass
Fully Fenced
0.33 acres
Alyssa's Fully Fenced Play Area for City Dogs - Richmond, Virginia
Alyssa's Fully Fenced Play Area for City Dogs - Richmond, Virginia
Alyssa's Fully Fenced Play Area for City Dogs - Richmond, Virginia

Fencing

Enclosure

Fully Fenced

Fencing height (at lowest point)

4 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): Wood - privacy, Chain link - non-privacy

Fencing details:

90% of the yard is a 6' wood privacy fence, while a small section is a 3.8' chainlink, no dogs live in that yard but there are sometimes visible dogs two yards over. There is one dog that lives in the yard with the pink shed that will race ...
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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 dogsYes

Other dogs

Yes (Always)

There are neighboring dogs on either side I share the 6' wood fence with, they are outside a few times a day. The dog in the yard with the pink shed is out most of the day and likes to race our dog along the fence line. There are two other dogs two houses over the chainlink fence and they bark (we recently covered the chainlink). My dog will always be inside and not visible/audible during visits.

GUEST FEEDBACK

67% 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 a quail coop and a turtle enclosure in the fenced-in side yard so please stay out of the garden area. Our neighbor across the street has outdoor cats. Dogs must be leashed when exiting your car on the way to the yard. Other dogs may be audible and visible through neighboring fences.

GUEST FEEDBACK

10% 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

my neighborhood is very quiet but occasionally my neighbors and their kids will be outside in their yards.

GUEST FEEDBACK

39% 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)

You can enter the yard through the fence gate on the left side of the house. Make sure it latches before unleashing.

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

Amenities

Dog drinking water

Chairs

Dog treats

Dog toys

Rain shelter / sun shade

Trash can


Pricing
$8 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

Richmond, Virginia

Description

Tentative hours: Monday - Friday 9 am - 6 pm. Saturday/Sunday mornings 8:30 am - 11 am We plan to stay open this winter but will be closed during inclement weather and if the ground is wet to protect our lawn and prevent muddy spots. Hot drinks (tea and hot chocolate) come standard with visits on days below 45 degrees. Stay warm! Hi! I'm Alyssa, a rescue dog owner with a ~1/3 acre yard perfect for your dog to enjoy! We have a mix of gardens, grass, mulch, and leaf areas great for sniffing and playing fetch and a bin full of fun toys and treats. We have a special basket of small dog toys upon request. We provide cold water for humans, bug spray, and hand sanitizer. We spray our yard every 5 weeks with a natural oil mix to help reduce mosquitos, fleas, and ticks. Reactive dog owners should note that our neighbors on both sides have dogs that may or may not be outside during your visit. They are all friendly but will probably bark to say hello or run the fenceline with your dog. (No dogs live in the yard with the chain link which is newly covered). I recommend leaving your dog on a leash to walk the yard perimeter and ensure they're ok with neighbors' dogs. We provide a bucket of extra treats to help with training and distraction. Our girl loves a "sniffari" where you hide treats around the yard to sniff out. ⭐️ Important notes ⭐️ 🐶 All dogs must be FULLY vaccinated (Rabies, Parvo, Bordetella, DHPP, Lepto encouraged) Please do not book unless you are sure your dog has all their shots. Puppies less than 4 months old that are still building up vaccines should stay at home. 🐕‍🦺 Dogs MUST be leashed when entering and exiting the yard. Our neighbor across the street has a few outdoor cats we want to keep safe and our neighbors walk their dogs on the street. 🍃 Please do not let your dog eat or chew any of the plants in the yard. No excessive digging. 🌻 Please do not enter the gated garden area on the other side of the house. We keep our quail coop and turtle enclosure in this area and don't want them startled. Feel free to look in from the gate though. Per Sniffspot's rules, no alcohol is allowed, and please no smoking. 🚩 We reserve the right to ban any guests who break these rules. Follow and tag us on Instagram @SniffspotRVA_Alyssa

Cleanliness

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

Hazards

We aim for mostly non-toxic plants in our yard but have 2 hydrangeas and hostas scattered around the yard. Watch for your dog eating acorns and pinecones.

Extras

Hot Drink Station$2

Enjoy a warm beverage while the pups play! Hot kettle of water, hot cocoa packets and an assortment of English tea. Sugar and honey on the side. (Serves 2)

New Tennis Ball$1

Does a brand-new tennis ball make your pup go crazy!? I'd be happy to provide a new tennis ball for your visit you can take home afterward. (Our toy bin includes used tennis balls and rubber chuck it balls)


Host Rules

Minimum visit length
30 minutes
Required advanced notice for visits
2 hours
Max dogs per booking
6
Is the host present?
I generally do not meet my guests
Additional rules

-Pick up poop, bags available in the bin and by the gate, you can throw bags away in the garbage can outside the fence gate. -Don't allow dogs to dig holes -Make sure the hose is off and put away before you leave -4 cars max per reservation, park in the driveway. -No more than 4 dogs per handler, no more than 6 dogs per reservation. -Bringing friends/partners ok. All dogs must be accounted for in the reservation and up to date on all vaccines.


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.

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Meet your host

Alyssa C.

Joined in July 2022

Hi, I'm Alyssa. I moved to Southside Richmond in September 2021 and adopted my dog Xena (The Warrior Princess) a month later! I work from home as a graphic designer for a non-profit so I'm excited to offer up my yard during the day. I also have a cat, Smalls (from the Sandlot) who might spy on you from a window. We're excited to welcome you to the Southside Sniffspot!


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