55awesome host, just cut the grass before our visit. great space, clean, mostly fenced currently but sounds like will eventually be fully fenced. we will definitely visit again!👍Tia L.
Tia L.
August 2024
awesome host, just cut the grass before our visit. great space, clean, mostly fenced currently but sounds like will eventually be fully fenced. we will definitely visit again!👍
55Really enjoyed our time at Barn Dance! One of my dogs is reactive to certain people, so this is a fantastic option for those living in the city or on a smaller property to give their dogs room to roam!
The hosts were very welcoming and gave us a quick tour, they mentioned there were some areas that were not completely fenced but I didn’t notice them. It was well enclosed and the property well taken care of.
A cold water hose was available for drinking and hosing off, plus benches for seating throughout the property.
Most of the property is in full sun… there are some corners of the property with shaded nooks, however I would be cognizant of this if you are booking mid-day.
Thank you Roland & Nadine. We will be back!Shell G.
Shell G.
September 2024
Really enjoyed our time at Barn Dance! One of my dogs is reactive to certain people, so this is a fantastic option for those living in the city or on a smaller property to give their dogs room to roam!
The hosts were very welcoming and gave us a quick tour, they mentioned there were some areas that were not completely fenced but I didn’t notice them. It was well enclosed and the property well taken care of.
A cold water hose was available for drinking and hosing off, plus benches for seating throughout the property.
Most of the property is in full sun… there are some corners of the property with shaded nooks, however I would be cognizant of this if you are booking mid-day.
Thank you Roland & Nadine. We will be back!
55I was met by the host who very kindly showed me the amenities for my first visit, and then left us to our time. It was such a lovely experience and I have already rebooked!Janice K.
Janice K.
September 2024
I was met by the host who very kindly showed me the amenities for my first visit, and then left us to our time. It was such a lovely experience and I have already rebooked!
55This is an awesome park! And the owners are extremely friendly and accommodating, not to mention understanding lol. We will be back! Our tribe had an amazing time!Tatjanna C.
Tatjanna C.
September 2024
This is an awesome park! And the owners are extremely friendly and accommodating, not to mention understanding lol. We will be back! Our tribe had an amazing time!
55This was my first time ever using a sniff spot.
It was a great experience. The owner was there to greet me and show me where I would go he filled a fresh bowl of water for my dog and if I had any questions to just knock on his door. My dog loved the experience as well. I will definitely be going back. Thank you. Kathy o.
Kathy o.
October 2024
This was my first time ever using a sniff spot.
It was a great experience. The owner was there to greet me and show me where I would go he filled a fresh bowl of water for my dog and if I had any questions to just knock on his door. My dog loved the experience as well. I will definitely be going back. Thank you.
55Host greeted us in the parking area, he showed us everything and then we were able to get Freckles out for a nice run. overall, a really nice area especially if your dog just wants the space to run. Don't wear open shoes lots of thistlesKatherine Q.
Katherine Q.
October 2024
Host greeted us in the parking area, he showed us everything and then we were able to get Freckles out for a nice run. overall, a really nice area especially if your dog just wants the space to run. Don't wear open shoes lots of thistles
55This was a great spot to enjoy while visiting Calgary for the long weekend. The owner had signs posted so the spot was easy to find. My dogs enjoyed the wide open field and lots of fun was had. I appreciated that there were a few balls as I forgot mine. Will definitely come again when in town for a visit. Sandy M.
Sandy M.
October 2024
This was a great spot to enjoy while visiting Calgary for the long weekend. The owner had signs posted so the spot was easy to find. My dogs enjoyed the wide open field and lots of fun was had. I appreciated that there were a few balls as I forgot mine. Will definitely come again when in town for a visit.
55Highly recommend! Our dog had the best time sniffing and running and pretending she was a country dog. Beautiful property and very kind and friendly host. We will be back! Amber M.
Amber M.
October 2024
Highly recommend! Our dog had the best time sniffing and running and pretending she was a country dog. Beautiful property and very kind and friendly host. We will be back!
55Lovely spot for our 2 energetic Border collies and German Shepherd. Balls and launchers as well as a nice seating area plus water for the dogs is awesome. Hosts are great and take good care of their guests.Rebecca H.
Rebecca H.
October 2024
Lovely spot for our 2 energetic Border collies and German Shepherd. Balls and launchers as well as a nice seating area plus water for the dogs is awesome. Hosts are great and take good care of their guests.
55Beautiful place! Easy to find. Lots of hills and long grass to run through. Benches throughout for the humans to enjoy. Fully secure (we have three Beagles aka escape artists). We will be back. Nadia P.
Nadia P.
October 2024
Beautiful place! Easy to find. Lots of hills and long grass to run through. Benches throughout for the humans to enjoy. Fully secure (we have three Beagles aka escape artists). We will be back.
55A really lovely picturesque spot in the countryside quite close to Calgary. Very friendly hosts, and plenty of fenced space for our dogs to run and sniff to their hearts content!Michael W.
Michael W.
November 2024
A really lovely picturesque spot in the countryside quite close to Calgary. Very friendly hosts, and plenty of fenced space for our dogs to run and sniff to their hearts content!
55Very helpful, got a tour my first visit. Great large space with lots of interesting spots for the pups to explore and sniff. Water and balls provided. The dogs loved it!Rachael S.
Rachael S.
November 2024
Very helpful, got a tour my first visit. Great large space with lots of interesting spots for the pups to explore and sniff. Water and balls provided. The dogs loved it!
55Very nice space. Clean and quiet. There was fresh water in the bowl, which was nice for the dogs. The fence is a bit low in spots; I could probably see my husky jumping no problem if he saw a deer or something. But overall, it was great. Dogs had a good run around. Thank you for sharing your space!Erin B.
Erin B.
November 2024
Very nice space. Clean and quiet. There was fresh water in the bowl, which was nice for the dogs. The fence is a bit low in spots; I could probably see my husky jumping no problem if he saw a deer or something. But overall, it was great. Dogs had a good run around. Thank you for sharing your space!
How do Strathmore'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
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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
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FAQ about our Strathmore 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. 94% of reviews on Sniffspot visits in the Strathmore 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 43 fully fenced dog parks in the area. If your dog is reactive to other dogs, you can visit one of our 2 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.