55We've been to Barb's retreat about 5 times this summer and it's a gem every time. The field is now cut and it's full of mice trails to follow (and the inevitable uneven ground of a field but our chihuahua mix does ok, just be aware). The woods are so pleasant and offer many trails - seems like we find new paths each time, always well maintained with attention to good ground covering (no mud!) and water and seating. It's just before the leaves turn too! We will keep coming through the fall and see how it gets come winter rains. Thanks Barb!Erin M.
Erin M.
September 2020
We've been to Barb's retreat about 5 times this summer and it's a gem every time. The field is now cut and it's full of mice trails to follow (and the inevitable uneven ground of a field but our chihuahua mix does ok, just be aware). The woods are so pleasant and offer many trails - seems like we find new paths each time, always well maintained with attention to good ground covering (no mud!) and water and seating. It's just before the leaves turn too! We will keep coming through the fall and see how it gets come winter rains. Thanks Barb!
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55This place is worth the drive from Bellingham! Barb met us at the gate and gave us the run down. The field has a well mowed (and FYI, sometimes a bit uneven) path the dogs loved to cruise on, as well as the tall grass in the middle to bound through. The wooded area is well cared for and well marked. My daughter and I enjoyed rambling around the acreage, it was a laid back evening. Loved having a spot to stop and sit, with water and garbage and baggies if needed. She's thought of everything. We'll be back!Erin M.
Erin M.
June 2020
This place is worth the drive from Bellingham! Barb met us at the gate and gave us the run down. The field has a well mowed (and FYI, sometimes a bit uneven) path the dogs loved to cruise on, as well as the tall grass in the middle to bound through. The wooded area is well cared for and well marked. My daughter and I enjoyed rambling around the acreage, it was a laid back evening. Loved having a spot to stop and sit, with water and garbage and baggies if needed. She's thought of everything. We'll be back!
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55I wish I could give this place 1,000 stars. Beautiful setting, many trails, and wide open spaces. Places to sit and chill, water for pups and extra poop bags if needed.Very clean environment and the host is lovely, accommodating and very helpful. Joann H.
Joann H.
July 2020
I wish I could give this place 1,000 stars. Beautiful setting, many trails, and wide open spaces. Places to sit and chill, water for pups and extra poop bags if needed.Very clean environment and the host is lovely, accommodating and very helpful.
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55This was our first time using a Sniffspot and it was 100% worth it. Barb met us beforehand to give us the rundown and was very nice. The property has a nice variety of field and wooded areas. It is well maintained and even has extra poop bags and several spots to sit and get water. We will definitely be back! Melinda T.
Melinda T.
July 2020
This was our first time using a Sniffspot and it was 100% worth it. Barb met us beforehand to give us the rundown and was very nice. The property has a nice variety of field and wooded areas. It is well maintained and even has extra poop bags and several spots to sit and get water. We will definitely be back!
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55What an incredible place. The fields make it fun for the big dogs to bounce through the tall grass and they get a great run there. But it keeps getting better. The woods are amazing. So beautiful, with well marked trails. She also has benches where you can sit and relax and listen to the sound of the woods. I am telling all my friends about this wonderful place. I will also be going back often. Treauna C.
Treauna C.
July 2020
What an incredible place. The fields make it fun for the big dogs to bounce through the tall grass and they get a great run there. But it keeps getting better. The woods are amazing. So beautiful, with well marked trails. She also has benches where you can sit and relax and listen to the sound of the woods. I am telling all my friends about this wonderful place. I will also be going back often.
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55The property has a wonderful mix of maintained forest trails and open field for your pup to enjoy, along with benches and stumps to rest your tired feet. Highly recommend, my pup is always so excited when we pull up!Halle T.
Halle T.
July 2020
The property has a wonderful mix of maintained forest trails and open field for your pup to enjoy, along with benches and stumps to rest your tired feet. Highly recommend, my pup is always so excited when we pull up!
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55absolutely OUTSTANDING place. the trails are in perfect shape, there was water for my dog and refreshments for myself. a stunning spot and i’m thankful to be so close! thank you barb! :) we will be back again! Rose C.
Rose C.
July 2020
absolutely OUTSTANDING place. the trails are in perfect shape, there was water for my dog and refreshments for myself. a stunning spot and i’m thankful to be so close! thank you barb! :) we will be back again!
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55Another wonderful visit! Water stocked, poop bags available, multiple trash cans. Well tended trails and mowed field. Bring boots for some muddy spots in the woods but trails are very well tended. Lots of fun for adults, kids and dogs. Joann H.
Joann H.
July 2020
Another wonderful visit! Water stocked, poop bags available, multiple trash cans. Well tended trails and mowed field. Bring boots for some muddy spots in the woods but trails are very well tended. Lots of fun for adults, kids and dogs.
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55Barb was the best. An easy/quick introduction to the land, trails and toys was exactly the kind of experience I was looking for with Sniffspot. The land is perfectly constructed for maximum doggy fun. It is very clear that Barb puts passionate effort into her property and the experience the dogs have there. I will be returning and recommending Barbs land to other dog owners. Micah R.
Micah R.
July 2020
Barb was the best. An easy/quick introduction to the land, trails and toys was exactly the kind of experience I was looking for with Sniffspot. The land is perfectly constructed for maximum doggy fun. It is very clear that Barb puts passionate effort into her property and the experience the dogs have there. I will be returning and recommending Barbs land to other dog owners.
Peaceful mini-retreat with field & woods | Sniffspot
55Every time I come here I'm more impressed with the care and dedication that goes into creating this oasis. As my deaf dog's vision diminishes, I'm so thankful that we can come here and be safely off leash to explore and enjoy this beautiful property. The nitty gritty: well maintained fields and trails, lots of places to explore, safe fencing, peaceful setting, garbage cans provided to make it easy to clean up after your pup; basically the ideal off leash experience. Absolutely recommend!MARY A.
MARY A.
July 2020
Every time I come here I'm more impressed with the care and dedication that goes into creating this oasis. As my deaf dog's vision diminishes, I'm so thankful that we can come here and be safely off leash to explore and enjoy this beautiful property. The nitty gritty: well maintained fields and trails, lots of places to explore, safe fencing, peaceful setting, garbage cans provided to make it easy to clean up after your pup; basically the ideal off leash experience. Absolutely recommend!
Peaceful mini-retreat with field & woods | Sniffspot
55This property is incredible! Huge field with mix of mowed/open track and long grass to run in. The best part though is the trails in the back of the property- such a joy to walk with your dog off leash in a wooded area like this! Worth the drive, check it out! Host bonuses are trash & recycling, dog & human water, and balls. Can’t wait to visit again. This property is obviously so well cared for. Did not see any other dogs (other than the pup friend we met here) so good for reactive pups too. Nikki T.
Nikki T.
July 2020
This property is incredible! Huge field with mix of mowed/open track and long grass to run in. The best part though is the trails in the back of the property- such a joy to walk with your dog off leash in a wooded area like this! Worth the drive, check it out! Host bonuses are trash & recycling, dog & human water, and balls. Can’t wait to visit again. This property is obviously so well cared for. Did not see any other dogs (other than the pup friend we met here) so good for reactive pups too.
Peaceful mini-retreat with field & woods | Sniffspot
55This is the best Sniffspot around. The dogs have plenty of open field to bounce around and then there is a forest with awesome trails to explore. There is also a water station for dogs/humans, and another spot with camp chairs to just sit and watch the dogs explore. Tammy Q.
Tammy Q.
July 2020
This is the best Sniffspot around. The dogs have plenty of open field to bounce around and then there is a forest with awesome trails to explore. There is also a water station for dogs/humans, and another spot with camp chairs to just sit and watch the dogs explore.
Peaceful mini-retreat with field & woods | Sniffspot
55We have our 2 dogs which are rescues and both have their own set of challenges, I always feel safe letting them be free at barbs property. We all love the massive field to play with the chuck it which is provided, and for the last 30 minutes we walk the trails which they just love to sniff around. I HIGHLY recommend it and have recomennded it to many of our friends and family. Anikah R.
Anikah R.
August 2020
We have our 2 dogs which are rescues and both have their own set of challenges, I always feel safe letting them be free at barbs property. We all love the massive field to play with the chuck it which is provided, and for the last 30 minutes we walk the trails which they just love to sniff around. I HIGHLY recommend it and have recomennded it to many of our friends and family.
Peaceful mini-retreat with field & woods | Sniffspot
55Great visit as always! Fields are mowed for open running and forest trails were nice and cool and well maintained. Plenty of water available for my three dogs. Joann H.
Joann H.
August 2020
Great visit as always! Fields are mowed for open running and forest trails were nice and cool and well maintained. Plenty of water available for my three dogs.
Peaceful mini-retreat with field & woods | Sniffspot
55An absolute must for every dog owner. Barb is the sweetest and is very accommodating. You can tell her and her husband enjoy sharing their beautiful property with other dog owners and all breed shapes and sizes! :)Anikah R.
Anikah R.
August 2020
An absolute must for every dog owner. Barb is the sweetest and is very accommodating. You can tell her and her husband enjoy sharing their beautiful property with other dog owners and all breed shapes and sizes! :)
How do Cowichan Bay'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 Cowichan Bay 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.
How much do Sniffspot fields cost?
Dog fields in the Cowichan Bay area range from $6.0 and $6.0. The least expensive dog field is Lab Livin. The most expensive dog field is Lab Livin. Each host sets their own price, so you can check the price on the specific Sniffspot dog park listing.
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