55I’ve found out new close-to-home favorite Sniff Spot! A beautiful property and fantastic owner. Walked me through the large private wooded yard and had a great space for the adults to sit under a gazebo while the hounds explored. Lots of toys, water, bags, etc. and more than enough room for our Lone Wolf Pack of 3 to explore and keep entertained. They slept like logs on the way home and we all had a blast. We’ll definitely be back on a regular basis. So happy we found this spot. Highly recommended.Michael S.
Michael S.
March 2022
I’ve found out new close-to-home favorite Sniff Spot! A beautiful property and fantastic owner. Walked me through the large private wooded yard and had a great space for the adults to sit under a gazebo while the hounds explored. Lots of toys, water, bags, etc. and more than enough room for our Lone Wolf Pack of 3 to explore and keep entertained. They slept like logs on the way home and we all had a blast. We’ll definitely be back on a regular basis. So happy we found this spot. Highly recommended.
55As always, great visit. Our favorite! Love that you added a swing, Luckybear helped himself and enjoyed staking out the yard from elevationKristen L.
Kristen L.
March 2022
As always, great visit. Our favorite! Love that you added a swing, Luckybear helped himself and enjoyed staking out the yard from elevation
55Huge yard and perfectly kept up! My dog and nieces dog had such a great time. Highly recommend and we will definitely be back! Excited to book in the summer time 😁Cayla D.
Cayla D.
March 2022
Huge yard and perfectly kept up! My dog and nieces dog had such a great time. Highly recommend and we will definitely be back! Excited to book in the summer time 😁
55Yard was nice big size and well fenced which helped me feel safer as one of my dogs can be quite reactive. Great gazebo for rain or shine, and they also provide toys! I appreciate that there's a place to drop off poop bags as well! My doggies had a blast 🐶🐾
Additionally Hal and Colleen were both sweet and welcoming, wanting to ensure everything was up to par!alka s.
alka s.
March 2022
Yard was nice big size and well fenced which helped me feel safer as one of my dogs can be quite reactive. Great gazebo for rain or shine, and they also provide toys! I appreciate that there's a place to drop off poop bags as well! My doggies had a blast 🐶🐾
Additionally Hal and Colleen were both sweet and welcoming, wanting to ensure everything was up to par!
55Beautiful yard, very friendly hosts. Highly recommend. Levi had a blast running all over the yard, when he found the chest full of toys he lost his mind haha. Thank you for letting us use your beautiful yard. Brenden R.
Brenden R.
April 2022
Beautiful yard, very friendly hosts. Highly recommend. Levi had a blast running all over the yard, when he found the chest full of toys he lost his mind haha. Thank you for letting us use your beautiful yard.
55What a great spot to bring my dogs! The area was clean and secure. Hal and Colleen even provided toys and water. We will definitely be back to visit!Jaynah R.
Jaynah R.
April 2022
What a great spot to bring my dogs! The area was clean and secure. Hal and Colleen even provided toys and water. We will definitely be back to visit!
55The boys loved the Sniffspot! So much room to run and play fetch and be silly and sniff!
Super secure with lots of balls and toys in the toy chest - they would have stayed all day!
Will be back again! Debbie P.
Debbie P.
April 2022
The boys loved the Sniffspot! So much room to run and play fetch and be silly and sniff!
Super secure with lots of balls and toys in the toy chest - they would have stayed all day!
Will be back again!
55Very large & beautiful yard. It was raining a bit but the gazebo gave good coverage. Lots of toys to play with & my pup loved smelling everything. Will definitely be back!Ashley S.
Ashley S.
April 2022
Very large & beautiful yard. It was raining a bit but the gazebo gave good coverage. Lots of toys to play with & my pup loved smelling everything. Will definitely be back!
55We really enjoyed our first visit! Directions were clear, the property was beautiful and clean.
The host communicated well. Easy access from main roads. Looking forward to returning! Yuriko P.
Yuriko P.
January 2022
We really enjoyed our first visit! Directions were clear, the property was beautiful and clean.
The host communicated well. Easy access from main roads. Looking forward to returning!
55HUGE, beautiful space for our sight hounds to get some good open runs in. Hal and Colleen are incredibly friendly and helpful. This will become a routine visit for us going forward. Thanks so much for having us!Layne F.
Layne F.
December 2021
HUGE, beautiful space for our sight hounds to get some good open runs in. Hal and Colleen are incredibly friendly and helpful. This will become a routine visit for us going forward. Thanks so much for having us!
55My adult daughter and I brought her new dog here to get to know her in an more secure environment than either of us has since we don’t know her tendencies. The spot was perfect! We were almost sure we had the right spot but missed seeing an address marking so pulled over to make sure we had the right place. Lots of signs on the gate by the driveway and clear instructions from the hosts. I anticipate we will be back. Her dog Mina had lots of fun and is now sound asleep:-).Tracey S.
Tracey S.
December 2021
My adult daughter and I brought her new dog here to get to know her in an more secure environment than either of us has since we don’t know her tendencies. The spot was perfect! We were almost sure we had the right spot but missed seeing an address marking so pulled over to make sure we had the right place. Lots of signs on the gate by the driveway and clear instructions from the hosts. I anticipate we will be back. Her dog Mina had lots of fun and is now sound asleep:-).
55The space was very well maintained and my dog loved it! Instructions were very clear and the owner met us briefly as we parked to say hi. I can’t recommend this sniffspot enough! Alex H.
Alex H.
December 2021
The space was very well maintained and my dog loved it! Instructions were very clear and the owner met us briefly as we parked to say hi. I can’t recommend this sniffspot enough!
55Great large space for the dogs to run and play! Exterior fence is nice and tall so my dogs couldn't see through and bark at people passing by. We will definitely be back!Casey S.
Casey S.
December 2021
Great large space for the dogs to run and play! Exterior fence is nice and tall so my dogs couldn't see through and bark at people passing by. We will definitely be back!
55An incredible place, very well kept, solid fencing, nice grass - not that muddy. The covered area was really nice because it started raining. Really nice Host as well! Toys provided! Bindi did not want to leave(last photo). Sumner A.
Sumner A.
December 2021
An incredible place, very well kept, solid fencing, nice grass - not that muddy. The covered area was really nice because it started raining. Really nice Host as well! Toys provided! Bindi did not want to leave(last photo).
55This is by far the best SniffSpot in the area. I have taken my reactive and non-reactive dogs here and loved it every single time. Easy entrance, totally private aside from the occasional walker, and so much space to run and play ball. Kaitlyn S.
Kaitlyn S.
December 2021
This is by far the best SniffSpot in the area. I have taken my reactive and non-reactive dogs here and loved it every single time. Easy entrance, totally private aside from the occasional walker, and so much space to run and play ball.
55Our dog loves coming here! It’s so nice to have a large space for her to run freely without the stress of outside distractions/reactions! The space is really well kept and the owners of the space of very friendly! :) Devin D.
Devin D.
December 2021
Our dog loves coming here! It’s so nice to have a large space for her to run freely without the stress of outside distractions/reactions! The space is really well kept and the owners of the space of very friendly! :)
How do University Place's private small 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 University Place small dog parks
Are small 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 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 park users so you can find the perfect place for you and your dog. 93% of reviews on Sniffspot visits are 5 stars.
How can I find small dog parks in University Place?
There are 182 small dog parks in the University Place area. The most popular small dog park is . You can browse all of our small dog parks here.
How do I know if a small dog park works for my dog?
Start by applying basic filters, such as fencing and distractions, to find a dog park that works for your furry friends. If your dog doesn't respond to owner commands, you can visit one of our enclosed dog park areas. If your dog is reactive to other dogs, you can visit one of our small dog park sites where there are no dogs audible or visible nearby. You can see any park amenities provided, including a park bench, water for dogs or water features such as kiddie pool or water hose. If your dog loves water, you can go to a park with water features, but if they don't love water, you can avoid them. We also recommend reading reviews to check for park maintenance issues and reaching out to the host with any questions. And lastly, of course, check park hours. Many of our parks are open from dawn until dusk.
What are the requirements to bring my dog to a Sniffspot park?
We require that all dogs have basic vaccinations or equivalent titers. We do not allow dogs with a bite history. We require that owners sign our waiver and agree to follow our safety rules. We also require that pet owners follow safety protocols around water features.
Will there be other dogs at the Sniffspot 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.
How much do Sniffspot small dog parks cost?
Small dog parks in the University Place area range from $ and $. The least expensive small dog park is . The most expensive small dog park is . Each host sets their own price, so you can check the price on the specific Sniffspot dog park listing.
Can I have an event or party at a small dog park?
If you are planning an amazing small dog park party, each Sniffspot park has their own rules regarding special events. Many parks allow doggie birthday parties, training, water parties 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. Make sure the park has amenities you need for your party, such as a park with lots of picnic tables with park benches.
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