55One of the best spots we have booked! Super easy to access. Safe and secure fencing which is so important for me with 2 big German Shepherds. Equipment for dogs to play on and with. Seating for humans. Grass was very nice and clean. Tools for cleaning up after the dogs provided. Plenty of room to chuck a ball. Had a blast and will definitely return! If you have time stop at nearby Carmines Pizza for some takeout.
Thank you Helen! Pauline W.
Pauline W.
January 2023
One of the best spots we have booked! Super easy to access. Safe and secure fencing which is so important for me with 2 big German Shepherds. Equipment for dogs to play on and with. Seating for humans. Grass was very nice and clean. Tools for cleaning up after the dogs provided. Plenty of room to chuck a ball. Had a blast and will definitely return! If you have time stop at nearby Carmines Pizza for some takeout.
Thank you Helen!
Helen's Private Dog Park In Durham (Larkin's Run) | Sniffspot
55Love this place and my DORIE didn't stop running around and didn't want to leave!
Met the owner Tim upon arrival. Great place, great people! Thanks so much!!
All smiles here 😀 Dottie P.
Dottie P.
February 2023
Love this place and my DORIE didn't stop running around and didn't want to leave!
Met the owner Tim upon arrival. Great place, great people! Thanks so much!!
All smiles here 😀
Helen's Private Dog Park In Durham (Larkin's Run) | Sniffspot
55Great location. Completely fenced in. Lots of things to explore for the doggo. Large space to play and exercise. Secure 2 gate entry. Definitely a gem. Victoria H.
Victoria H.
February 2023
Great location. Completely fenced in. Lots of things to explore for the doggo. Large space to play and exercise. Secure 2 gate entry. Definitely a gem.
Helen's Private Dog Park In Durham (Larkin's Run) | Sniffspot
55My husky loved the open space to run, and I appreciated all the toys on the property for our use. He loved the stimulation of hearing other dogs in the background. He is a tired and happy boy after the visit. Kim V.
Kim V.
March 2023
My husky loved the open space to run, and I appreciated all the toys on the property for our use. He loved the stimulation of hearing other dogs in the background. He is a tired and happy boy after the visit.
Helen's Private Dog Park In Durham (Larkin's Run) | Sniffspot
55Just an awesome space! Clean, well maintained, completely secure and everyone was so friendly. My adopted GSD totally enjoyed being off leash and checking everything out. We will definitely be back, if I could have assigned more stars I would have!! Sonya C.
Sonya C.
March 2023
Just an awesome space! Clean, well maintained, completely secure and everyone was so friendly. My adopted GSD totally enjoyed being off leash and checking everything out. We will definitely be back, if I could have assigned more stars I would have!!
Helen's Private Dog Park In Durham (Larkin's Run) | Sniffspot
55Amazing place! Very friendly hosts, lovely large and secure area for playing. Tonnes of things for my pups to do. I will recommend to friends. We will be back. Heather R.
Heather R.
April 2023
Amazing place! Very friendly hosts, lovely large and secure area for playing. Tonnes of things for my pups to do. I will recommend to friends. We will be back.
Helen's Private Dog Park In Durham (Larkin's Run) | Sniffspot
55Our 3rd visit was just as great as our first two, just a great spot!! My adopted GSD and I love coming to Helen's, it's clean safe and secure.Sonya C.
Sonya C.
April 2023
Our 3rd visit was just as great as our first two, just a great spot!! My adopted GSD and I love coming to Helen's, it's clean safe and secure.
Helen's Private Dog Park In Durham (Larkin's Run) | Sniffspot
55really appreciated how close parking was to the yard. my dog is hard to handle therefore it was easy for her to jump out of the car and right into the double gated entry without her yanking on the leash.
Yard had a Kong Frisbee that she loved, glad there were some toys to play with. very secure and large enough for more than one dog. Convenient early morning hours before work, thank you. Susan M.
Susan M.
April 2023
really appreciated how close parking was to the yard. my dog is hard to handle therefore it was easy for her to jump out of the car and right into the double gated entry without her yanking on the leash.
Yard had a Kong Frisbee that she loved, glad there were some toys to play with. very secure and large enough for more than one dog. Convenient early morning hours before work, thank you.
Helen's Private Dog Park In Durham (Larkin's Run) | Sniffspot
55Nice spot,my dog is not great about playing by himself He heard all the other dogs at the kennel and did alot of whining for a friend. Did get him to use the jump a couple times. It was clean and well kept Elaine H.
Elaine H.
May 2023
Nice spot,my dog is not great about playing by himself He heard all the other dogs at the kennel and did alot of whining for a friend. Did get him to use the jump a couple times. It was clean and well kept
Helen's Private Dog Park In Durham (Larkin's Run) | Sniffspot
55Great space. Helen was responsive. I got there after hours. My dog was distracted by the other dogs barking but that’s just him. He roamed, sniffed and ran for about 40 minutes and was done. The property is clean and there’s toys. Definitely will return. Telia R.
Telia R.
May 2023
Great space. Helen was responsive. I got there after hours. My dog was distracted by the other dogs barking but that’s just him. He roamed, sniffed and ran for about 40 minutes and was done. The property is clean and there’s toys. Definitely will return.
Helen's Private Dog Park In Durham (Larkin's Run) | Sniffspot
55This was our second time visiting and it was another great experience! The friendly owner maintains such a neat and tidy space with plenty of room, shade and fun obstacles, our heeler leaves exhausted and happy, every time. 🙌
Kate M.
Kate M.
June 2023
This was our second time visiting and it was another great experience! The friendly owner maintains such a neat and tidy space with plenty of room, shade and fun obstacles, our heeler leaves exhausted and happy, every time. 🙌
How do Durham'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 Durham 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 Durham area range from $9.0 and $9.0. The least expensive dog field is West Seattle Wonderland!. The most expensive dog field is West Seattle Wonderland!. Each host sets their own price, so you can check the price on the specific Sniffspot dog park listing.