55Anel’s backyard was perfect for my pup! We don’t have a fenced in yard so she was able to run around and sniff where ever she wanted! Everything Anel listed was there and her yard was very clean! I highly recommend this Sniffspot to anyone in the area! Emily H.
Emily H.
January 2024
Anel’s backyard was perfect for my pup! We don’t have a fenced in yard so she was able to run around and sniff where ever she wanted! Everything Anel listed was there and her yard was very clean! I highly recommend this Sniffspot to anyone in the area!
55A wonderful experience (as usual)! My dog appreciated the quiet neighborhood and abundant choice of balls. The pool add on was a great value!Krista P.
Krista P.
August 2023
A wonderful experience (as usual)! My dog appreciated the quiet neighborhood and abundant choice of balls. The pool add on was a great value!
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55Penny's Place checks all the boxes! It is within a 10 minute drive, spacious enough for my off-target Chuck-It! throws, has spots of shade, fresh water access, enough balls to outfit a batting practice, and wonderfully maintained grass coverage throughout. Did not encounter any potential escape or intrusion concerns with the fencing.
Summary: Ideal spot for expending seemingly incessant dog energy productively.Kathryn S.
Kathryn S.
September 2023
Penny's Place checks all the boxes! It is within a 10 minute drive, spacious enough for my off-target Chuck-It! throws, has spots of shade, fresh water access, enough balls to outfit a batting practice, and wonderfully maintained grass coverage throughout. Did not encounter any potential escape or intrusion concerns with the fencing.
Summary: Ideal spot for expending seemingly incessant dog energy productively.
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55Truly the perfect spot all around! Easy to locate, access was smooth & the pups had a blast running around & splashing in the kiddie pool! Super clean, tons of toys to play with & the privacy gives an enormous peace of mind for their needs. Highly recommend & will definitely be back! 🐕🦺🐕🦺🐾❤️Sierra G.
Sierra G.
September 2023
Truly the perfect spot all around! Easy to locate, access was smooth & the pups had a blast running around & splashing in the kiddie pool! Super clean, tons of toys to play with & the privacy gives an enormous peace of mind for their needs. Highly recommend & will definitely be back! 🐕🦺🐕🦺🐾❤️
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55This has quickly become our favorite “go to” spot!! Easy to get in & out of with tired, happy pups & the hosts go above & beyond with their thoughtful gestures! Sierra G.
Sierra G.
September 2023
This has quickly become our favorite “go to” spot!! Easy to get in & out of with tired, happy pups & the hosts go above & beyond with their thoughtful gestures!
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55Great place to bring your dogs to let them run loose. Gates are absolutely secure and yard completely enclosed. It was nice to let them play without worry of escape or other dogs and people coming at them. Dog amenities were spot on with plenty of toys and fresh water. Well kept yard, very clean. We will absolutely be returning.Marlene L.
Marlene L.
September 2023
Great place to bring your dogs to let them run loose. Gates are absolutely secure and yard completely enclosed. It was nice to let them play without worry of escape or other dogs and people coming at them. Dog amenities were spot on with plenty of toys and fresh water. Well kept yard, very clean. We will absolutely be returning.
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55This was the perfect spot for my dog to run! The yard is really long and there are no gaps in the fence. There was a neighbor’s dog on the other side of the fence, but no gaps for them to see each other. That did make my dog go crazy running up and down though as he is super reactive. We will be back!Heather B.
Heather B.
September 2023
This was the perfect spot for my dog to run! The yard is really long and there are no gaps in the fence. There was a neighbor’s dog on the other side of the fence, but no gaps for them to see each other. That did make my dog go crazy running up and down though as he is super reactive. We will be back!
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55Loved this spot! So nice and clean, very spacious. Lots of toys and overall just a great experience for our little 4 month old GSD. Definitely recommend. My sweet girl had such a great time and now she’s taking a nice long nap lol. Thank you!!Hannah R.
Hannah R.
September 2023
Loved this spot! So nice and clean, very spacious. Lots of toys and overall just a great experience for our little 4 month old GSD. Definitely recommend. My sweet girl had such a great time and now she’s taking a nice long nap lol. Thank you!!
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55Thanks so much for giving the dogs a safe spot to run around and enjoy themselves! We haven’t seen them smile so big in forever! The spot is fantastic, well enclosed, large, clean and the toys/ water bowl and poop bags/bin were an awesome addition as well. Angie P.
Angie P.
October 2023
Thanks so much for giving the dogs a safe spot to run around and enjoy themselves! We haven’t seen them smile so big in forever! The spot is fantastic, well enclosed, large, clean and the toys/ water bowl and poop bags/bin were an awesome addition as well.
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55Such a great space! Our dog is an apartment dog and he loved having TONS of space to run around and play ball. Very clean and easy to access!Erika H.
Erika H.
October 2023
Such a great space! Our dog is an apartment dog and he loved having TONS of space to run around and play ball. Very clean and easy to access!
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55The yard was awesome!! Our dog had a great time. She was able to run off some energy safely. The yard was completely fenced in so we felt safe to let her run loose. Very clean and well taken care of. If you are considering bringing your dog here we highly recommend it!Carly D.
Carly D.
October 2023
The yard was awesome!! Our dog had a great time. She was able to run off some energy safely. The yard was completely fenced in so we felt safe to let her run loose. Very clean and well taken care of. If you are considering bringing your dog here we highly recommend it!
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55Our first time trying out sniffspot and we picked the best! Rocky, our lab, had so much fun and is snoring right now as a result! Penny’s yard is just beautiful, and so spacious-myself and my daughter also got quite a workout playing with Rocky out there! As we live in an apartment and don’t have anywhere to let him roam free, we will definitely be back! I’m so glad we gave this a try, it made for a great Saturday afternoon!!! Thank you for lending us your space!!Kelli F.
Kelli F.
October 2023
Our first time trying out sniffspot and we picked the best! Rocky, our lab, had so much fun and is snoring right now as a result! Penny’s yard is just beautiful, and so spacious-myself and my daughter also got quite a workout playing with Rocky out there! As we live in an apartment and don’t have anywhere to let him roam free, we will definitely be back! I’m so glad we gave this a try, it made for a great Saturday afternoon!!! Thank you for lending us your space!!
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55This yard is perfect. It’s level and fully fenced with a loooong run area free of debris and personal items. The area was clean and easy to access. Water, balls and poop bags were available. Xena and Mansa had a blast running and just sniffing about. Property is very well maintained and we had a great experience. We plan to book again before it gets too cold. Shari W.
Shari W.
November 2023
This yard is perfect. It’s level and fully fenced with a loooong run area free of debris and personal items. The area was clean and easy to access. Water, balls and poop bags were available. Xena and Mansa had a blast running and just sniffing about. Property is very well maintained and we had a great experience. We plan to book again before it gets too cold.
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55This location never disappoints. My pup recognizes the route we take and gets hyped way before we arrive! So thankful to have a place with plenty of space and privacy. Kathryn S.
Kathryn S.
November 2023
This location never disappoints. My pup recognizes the route we take and gets hyped way before we arrive! So thankful to have a place with plenty of space and privacy.
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55Perfectly fun, clean and safe wonderful place!! Our dogs could run and run. Will totally come back when I’m next in the area. Beth M.
Beth M.
December 2023
Perfectly fun, clean and safe wonderful place!! Our dogs could run and run. Will totally come back when I’m next in the area.
How do Portsmouth'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
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 Portsmouth 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. 97% of reviews on Sniffspot visits in the Portsmouth 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 124 fully fenced dog parks in the area. If your dog is reactive to other dogs, you can visit one of our 9 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.
Are there dog agility courses for rent in Portsmouth?
Sniffspot has dog parks with agility equipment and/or dog obstacles in or near Portsmouth. The most popular agility option is Paws Moyock 18 acre dog park.
Where in Portsmouth can I find a pool for dog swimming?
Can I rent a field for my dog to run near Portsmouth?
There are 19 Sniffspot dog parks that offer fields in or near Portsmouth where dogs can be off leash. The most popular field is Melody's Private Dog Park In Portsmouth.