55My two dogs loved it! There was plenty of room to run, lots of toys, tall grass, and a short trail. There were so many nice personal touches! Jamie A.
Jamie A.
August 2024
My two dogs loved it! There was plenty of room to run, lots of toys, tall grass, and a short trail. There were so many nice personal touches!
Ru's 2.5 Acre Fenced Private Dog Park In Renton | Sniffspot
55This was my first time at a partially fenced sniff spot and it was a great transition! The blackberries and hedges are a nice natural barrier. Me and my dog really love it when there is tall grass to romp around in and there was plenty. The trail was fun to play hide and seek on. Will definitely be back!Ari C.
Ari C.
September 2024
This was my first time at a partially fenced sniff spot and it was a great transition! The blackberries and hedges are a nice natural barrier. Me and my dog really love it when there is tall grass to romp around in and there was plenty. The trail was fun to play hide and seek on. Will definitely be back!
Ru's 2.5 Acre Fenced Private Dog Park In Renton | Sniffspot
55Nice spot! A lot of slugs but my dog paid no attention to that because he was too busy running through the little trail they had like a racetrack. Borders a farm so he got to meet his first horse. Overall very nice and cute with a little seating area under the trees. Jessica T.
Jessica T.
September 2024
Nice spot! A lot of slugs but my dog paid no attention to that because he was too busy running through the little trail they had like a racetrack. Borders a farm so he got to meet his first horse. Overall very nice and cute with a little seating area under the trees.
Ru's 2.5 Acre Fenced Private Dog Park In Renton | Sniffspot
55Really fun place for running and sniffing. The little trail loop is nice and shady. There is a fun combo of super tall and close cut grasses. Although this is a fun spot, this isn't one we will be able to repeat until my reactive pup is more conditioned. They kept getting distracted by the sound of dogs barking in house and next door. Rachel J.
Rachel J.
September 2024
Really fun place for running and sniffing. The little trail loop is nice and shady. There is a fun combo of super tall and close cut grasses. Although this is a fun spot, this isn't one we will be able to repeat until my reactive pup is more conditioned. They kept getting distracted by the sound of dogs barking in house and next door.
Ru's 2.5 Acre Fenced Private Dog Park In Renton | Sniffspot
55This place is great! The host is very responsive and forgiving when I was at the wrong gate. They keep it nicely mowed and have added a small rocky trail in the back and wood chips over some muddy spots in the middle which I’m sure took lots of $and effort. Thank you for opening your spot to us<3Amiya M.
Amiya M.
September 2024
This place is great! The host is very responsive and forgiving when I was at the wrong gate. They keep it nicely mowed and have added a small rocky trail in the back and wood chips over some muddy spots in the middle which I’m sure took lots of $and effort. Thank you for opening your spot to us<3
Ru's 2.5 Acre Fenced Private Dog Park In Renton | Sniffspot
55The host was friendly and helpful, and our puppy play date was a success! I like the variety of this spot: open field, tall grass, and trails through a wooded area.Cassie B.
Cassie B.
September 2024
The host was friendly and helpful, and our puppy play date was a success! I like the variety of this spot: open field, tall grass, and trails through a wooded area.
Ru's 2.5 Acre Fenced Private Dog Park In Renton | Sniffspot
55A ton of space for our GSD to roam around. We were able to play fetch with plenty of room for him to run. In between fetch, the small trail in the back was a great place to get some sniffs in. We will definitely be back.Tiffany L.
Tiffany L.
September 2024
A ton of space for our GSD to roam around. We were able to play fetch with plenty of room for him to run. In between fetch, the small trail in the back was a great place to get some sniffs in. We will definitely be back.
Ru's 2.5 Acre Fenced Private Dog Park In Renton | Sniffspot
55Spot was as described! Unfortunately it started raining when we got there but it was really nice to have the tree area to help shelter us from the rain. My dog is more of an explorer and once he has sniffed all the areas a couple times he’s pretty much ready to go so we didn’t stay our full time here but if your dog likes to play fetch, play with toys etc this is a great spot for that tooAlicia E.
Alicia E.
October 2024
Spot was as described! Unfortunately it started raining when we got there but it was really nice to have the tree area to help shelter us from the rain. My dog is more of an explorer and once he has sniffed all the areas a couple times he’s pretty much ready to go so we didn’t stay our full time here but if your dog likes to play fetch, play with toys etc this is a great spot for that too
Ru's 2.5 Acre Fenced Private Dog Park In Renton | Sniffspot
55Wonderful. There are tall grasses, trees, a field and some trails. The doggo loved it all. This is not a manicured lawn like some other SniffSpots. The field is a little bumpy (you know, like a normal field!) so I wouldn’t bring great-grandma-on-her-walker here. But the rest of the family will be just fine and love it! Great for ball-fetching, frisbee and lots of sniffing. The host said there is a hose for rinsing muddy paws, I didn’t look for it because we didn’t need it.Leann N.
Leann N.
October 2024
Wonderful. There are tall grasses, trees, a field and some trails. The doggo loved it all. This is not a manicured lawn like some other SniffSpots. The field is a little bumpy (you know, like a normal field!) so I wouldn’t bring great-grandma-on-her-walker here. But the rest of the family will be just fine and love it! Great for ball-fetching, frisbee and lots of sniffing. The host said there is a hose for rinsing muddy paws, I didn’t look for it because we didn’t need it.
55Great location, so much run space! Our GSD & pibbles just go nuts. Benches and table help to put stuff down. Water provided and lots of balls, etc. Jen C.
Jen C.
May 2024
Great location, so much run space! Our GSD & pibbles just go nuts. Benches and table help to put stuff down. Water provided and lots of balls, etc.
55This is the second time I go to this Sniffspot and I could not recommend it more. It’s quiet, spacey and it’s got all the amenities you might need. Will be going back! Patrizia B.
Patrizia B.
May 2024
This is the second time I go to this Sniffspot and I could not recommend it more. It’s quiet, spacey and it’s got all the amenities you might need. Will be going back!
55First time using sniff spot and we absolutely loved this spot. Our hosts were more then accommodating for our puppy and our reactive adult dog Carter H.
Carter H.
May 2024
First time using sniff spot and we absolutely loved this spot. Our hosts were more then accommodating for our puppy and our reactive adult dog
55Excellent spot for the pups to run around and enjoy themselves! Secure fencing, tons of toys, clean drinking water and a nice spot for the hoomans to sit and enjoy as well. Everything is labeled very well and easy to find!Becky H.
Becky H.
June 2024
Excellent spot for the pups to run around and enjoy themselves! Secure fencing, tons of toys, clean drinking water and a nice spot for the hoomans to sit and enjoy as well. Everything is labeled very well and easy to find!
55I recommend booking a little extra time to fully relax and enjoy this beautiful setting. The spot was super clean and secure, easy to find, and had tons of room for the dog to run. Jennifer B.
Jennifer B.
June 2024
I recommend booking a little extra time to fully relax and enjoy this beautiful setting. The spot was super clean and secure, easy to find, and had tons of room for the dog to run.
How do Mercer Island's private dog fields 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 Mercer Island dog fields
Are dog fields safe?
If you are looking for an adventure, but also looking for safety, Sniffspot dog fields are a great option. While public dog parks have a number of safety issues, such as aggressive dogs, distracted dog owners, disease transmission and general cleanliness, Sniffspot dog parks are much safer than public dog parks. With Sniffspot all bookings are private space for just you and doggy friends you bring with you and we require all dogs to be vaccinated (or have equivalent titers). Especially for training, privacy is ideal. Contrary to public dog parks, all Sniffspot locations are vetted and reviewed by guests so you can find the perfect place for you and your dog for off leash exercise or outdoor training. 93% of reviews on Sniffspot visits are 5 stars, while public dog parks often do not even have verified reviews. All payment is done securely online by credit card in a few simple clicks.
All park rental information is available online. Start by filtering parks by fencing, size and distractions, to find a private spot that works for your dog. If your dog has poor recall, you can visit one of our secure fields. If your dog is reactive to other dogs, you can visit one of our dog fields where there are no dogs audible or visible nearby. You can review the details of the listing to make sure it works as your desired activity space, for example, safe dog exercise, dog training, a stress-free adventure with your furry friend or even a puppy event. You can even check the park amenities chart for amenities such as indoor training facilities, agility field, synthetic turf, exercise balls or field parking availability in advance. If inclement weather is an issue or poor field conditions, you can reschedule your visit up to 2 hours in advance.
What are the requirements to bring my dog to a Sniffspot dog field?
We require that all four-legged friends 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. Make sure to check host rules before visiting to ensure, for instance, that you are following allowable sports activities rules and any special events rules.
Will there be other dogs at the Sniffspot field at the same time as me?
No. Facility rentals are for private play time and any host dogs are required to be kept away from the area during visits, so this is perfect for a private adventure for you and your doggie friends, and perhaps a human friend. Hosts understand that many guests have dogs in training and are nervous owners. So when you book a Sniffspot dog field you have the entire private spot to yourself. We also enforce 30 min time buffers between time slots so you will not run into other guest dogs or a previous person when coming or leaving in the field parking area. Some hosts may have multiple fields, but there is always a buffer between fields.