55Cute little yard. It was perfect for letting our dog run around unleashed. He really enjoyed using the little jungle gym for training and treats. Ren P.
Ren P.
March 2024
Cute little yard. It was perfect for letting our dog run around unleashed. He really enjoyed using the little jungle gym for training and treats.
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55Very nice small backyard. My dogs lived sniffing around and were particularly fond of the kids play equipment. This yard is two blocks from Alberta Park which has a public restroom. Wendy H.
Wendy H.
March 2024
Very nice small backyard. My dogs lived sniffing around and were particularly fond of the kids play equipment. This yard is two blocks from Alberta Park which has a public restroom.
55Great place for dogs. Big yard. Water is accessible for dogs. Bench’s for people to sit on. Garbage can is there too. Only downside is gaps in the fence but I knew that prior to me going. I have a husky and after 30 min he was worn out. Thank you! We will be back. Balto thanks you too. Nicole H.
Nicole H.
April 2024
Great place for dogs. Big yard. Water is accessible for dogs. Bench’s for people to sit on. Garbage can is there too. Only downside is gaps in the fence but I knew that prior to me going. I have a husky and after 30 min he was worn out. Thank you! We will be back. Balto thanks you too.
55Excellent location and yard. My dogs enjoyed it. Safe and large location. Water bowl and tennis balls for fetch and run. Dogs had a great time playing. Great spot!Luis G.
Luis G.
April 2024
Excellent location and yard. My dogs enjoyed it. Safe and large location. Water bowl and tennis balls for fetch and run. Dogs had a great time playing. Great spot!
55Sarah has a great backyard for the pups to run in! Sarah was super responsive and obviously cares about the dogs that come to play. They have lots of balls, poop bags, snacks available, and have done a great job at blocking any gaps that previous people have mentioned.
Thank you!Caralyn L.
Caralyn L.
April 2024
Sarah has a great backyard for the pups to run in! Sarah was super responsive and obviously cares about the dogs that come to play. They have lots of balls, poop bags, snacks available, and have done a great job at blocking any gaps that previous people have mentioned.
Thank you!
55Host was very quick to answer my question about seeing other dogs. Great private spot for dogs that don’t do well with other dogs around. Lots of space to explore and run around. Thank you Sarah!Kate A.
Kate A.
April 2024
Host was very quick to answer my question about seeing other dogs. Great private spot for dogs that don’t do well with other dogs around. Lots of space to explore and run around. Thank you Sarah!
55Such a lovely spot. I was able to sit on the bench under the tree and enjoy birds tweeting while my dog romped. There are signs to help you find the place and find the gate to the backyard. It's a really nice backyard, nice tall fence, very clean and pretty!Kristin S.
Kristin S.
April 2024
Such a lovely spot. I was able to sit on the bench under the tree and enjoy birds tweeting while my dog romped. There are signs to help you find the place and find the gate to the backyard. It's a really nice backyard, nice tall fence, very clean and pretty!
55This is a great sniff spot! Lots of grass and area to run. Sarah provides for your dog and you. This is my number 1 spot now.. Thank you for taking such care to provide a clean, fun sniff spot!Jane L.
Jane L.
April 2024
This is a great sniff spot! Lots of grass and area to run. Sarah provides for your dog and you. This is my number 1 spot now.. Thank you for taking such care to provide a clean, fun sniff spot!
55Best Sniff Spot I’ve been to and love how close it is to my house! Totally enclosed fence with no worrisome spots, which is definitely a plus for someone who has a reactive dog. No neighbor dogs that we saw or heard. Leah S.
Leah S.
April 2024
Best Sniff Spot I’ve been to and love how close it is to my house! Totally enclosed fence with no worrisome spots, which is definitely a plus for someone who has a reactive dog. No neighbor dogs that we saw or heard.
55We visited for the first time today and looking forward to coming back again soon! Beautiful and well kept yard, flat and accessible. There’s 3 benches scartered to sit and rest. Tip: there is a big (more like giant) water bowl next to the white trash bin on the side of the house. Tina T.
Tina T.
April 2024
We visited for the first time today and looking forward to coming back again soon! Beautiful and well kept yard, flat and accessible. There’s 3 benches scartered to sit and rest. Tip: there is a big (more like giant) water bowl next to the white trash bin on the side of the house.
55This is a great spot with lots of great places to explore and sniff as well as room to run and fetch the ball. The wonderful owners put out a bowl of water as well as a trash and poop bags.Suzanne F.
Suzanne F.
April 2024
This is a great spot with lots of great places to explore and sniff as well as room to run and fetch the ball. The wonderful owners put out a bowl of water as well as a trash and poop bags.
55Sarah’s yard was great, very well kept and beautiful space. The dogs had a ton of fun running around and there were balls and poop bags available which was nice. Also, the wool animal beds were so cool! What a special extra touch. Thank you, Sarah for sharing your space, it’s very nice. Megan G.
Megan G.
May 2024
Sarah’s yard was great, very well kept and beautiful space. The dogs had a ton of fun running around and there were balls and poop bags available which was nice. Also, the wool animal beds were so cool! What a special extra touch. Thank you, Sarah for sharing your space, it’s very nice.
55Had a great time! Yard is very nice for myself and my dog. Plenty of space to run and explore. Nugget saw a squirrel in the garden soon as we got there and spent the whole time running around. Several thoughtful touches left by the host. Water, snacks and course toys were much appreciated. Will be back and definitely recommend Katie K.
Katie K.
May 2024
Had a great time! Yard is very nice for myself and my dog. Plenty of space to run and explore. Nugget saw a squirrel in the garden soon as we got there and spent the whole time running around. Several thoughtful touches left by the host. Water, snacks and course toys were much appreciated. Will be back and definitely recommend
55Sarah’s space was wonderful! Our doxie loved sniffing around the yard and romping in the grass. The space is very well maintained and pretty quiet which is good for our reactive dog. We will definitely be back! Lindsey V.
Lindsey V.
May 2024
Sarah’s space was wonderful! Our doxie loved sniffing around the yard and romping in the grass. The space is very well maintained and pretty quiet which is good for our reactive dog. We will definitely be back!
55Nice, clean, beautiful yard, with fresh water, toys and poop bags waiting for us. Signs were helpful, there was plenty of shade and sun, and all of our dogs got their zoomies out. Mary S.
Mary S.
May 2024
Nice, clean, beautiful yard, with fresh water, toys and poop bags waiting for us. Signs were helpful, there was plenty of shade and sun, and all of our dogs got their zoomies out.
55Super nice spot. The turf is so nice for days when it’s wet/has been raining because it’s mess free. The backyard itself is pretty big and there was so much for my pup to explore and sniff. There was also a basket of toys that my pup dug into and had a blast with. I requested that the owner had their pup out of sight as my dog loves other dogs and will sit at the door if he spots one inside instead of burning off his energy haha. They accommodated my request and if I hadn’t of read their profile, wouldn’t have even known they had a dog. Super nice spot and we’ll be back! Kayley A.
Kayley A.
May 2024
Super nice spot. The turf is so nice for days when it’s wet/has been raining because it’s mess free. The backyard itself is pretty big and there was so much for my pup to explore and sniff. There was also a basket of toys that my pup dug into and had a blast with. I requested that the owner had their pup out of sight as my dog loves other dogs and will sit at the door if he spots one inside instead of burning off his energy haha. They accommodated my request and if I hadn’t of read their profile, wouldn’t have even known they had a dog. Super nice spot and we’ll be back!
How do Portland'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
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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 Portland 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 Portland?
There are 114 small dog parks in the Portland 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 Portland area range from $15.0 and $15.0. The least expensive small dog park is Sarah's Private Dog Park In Portland. The most expensive small dog park is Sarah's Private Dog Park In Portland. 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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