55The hosts were very welcoming and kind! They made us feel right at home! My pups loved seeing and smelling all the ways of country life and had a blast! Nikki B.
Nikki B.
November 2023
The hosts were very welcoming and kind! They made us feel right at home! My pups loved seeing and smelling all the ways of country life and had a blast!
The Ranch - 1 Acre Fully Fenced Private Dog Park In Gilroy | Sniffspot
55Great sniff spot! The host is quick to respond, friendly, helpful and I was able to book a last minute visit. It’s a beautiful property about 10 minutes off 101 in Gilroy. Easy to get to with clear and simple instructions from the host. The dog area was clean and safe. There are animals visible from the area. They piqued my guy’s interest but were not close enough to be a total distraction. There was water available and a few balls, ropes and of course plenty of sticks to play with; however, it was the interesting and new smells of a ranch that kept my guy busy and happy. We enjoyed our outing and will surely visit again when we are in the area. Tamara C.
Tamara C.
January 2024
Great sniff spot! The host is quick to respond, friendly, helpful and I was able to book a last minute visit. It’s a beautiful property about 10 minutes off 101 in Gilroy. Easy to get to with clear and simple instructions from the host. The dog area was clean and safe. There are animals visible from the area. They piqued my guy’s interest but were not close enough to be a total distraction. There was water available and a few balls, ropes and of course plenty of sticks to play with; however, it was the interesting and new smells of a ranch that kept my guy busy and happy. We enjoyed our outing and will surely visit again when we are in the area.
The Ranch - 1 Acre Fully Fenced Private Dog Park In Gilroy | Sniffspot
55Hosts were wonderful! We were also very excited about the chickens and other dogs nearby and were safely able to expose our dogs to other animals which they loved!Tricia Z.
Tricia Z.
February 2024
Hosts were wonderful! We were also very excited about the chickens and other dogs nearby and were safely able to expose our dogs to other animals which they loved!
The Ranch - 1 Acre Fully Fenced Private Dog Park In Gilroy | Sniffspot
55I enjoyed talking with the host Vince. Site was perfect for our girl. There are 2 fenced areas one mostly dirt and the other is grassy. She had a great time sniffing all over. There were chickens and ducks running around the property but not in the areas we used. There was a chicken coop in the neighboring property which Nirvana found interesting. There are a few toys, and water. We will be back soon.Chris V.
Chris V.
March 2024
I enjoyed talking with the host Vince. Site was perfect for our girl. There are 2 fenced areas one mostly dirt and the other is grassy. She had a great time sniffing all over. There were chickens and ducks running around the property but not in the areas we used. There was a chicken coop in the neighboring property which Nirvana found interesting. There are a few toys, and water. We will be back soon.
55First time as a Sniffspot guest and it couldn’t have been better! The area was HUGE. There was so much space for my fur baby to run and sniff, along with some shaded areas. Instructions on where to park and the entrance for the spot were clear and Kristie was very pleasant :) Will be coming back soon! Lani B.
Lani B.
August 2024
First time as a Sniffspot guest and it couldn’t have been better! The area was HUGE. There was so much space for my fur baby to run and sniff, along with some shaded areas. Instructions on where to park and the entrance for the spot were clear and Kristie was very pleasant :) Will be coming back soon!
55Had a great time! The host even had a dog pool and water drinking buckets ready for the hot day. The area is on a hill good for tiring your dog if they don't have mobility issues. Shade covers the bottom side of the area. My dogs loved the odd shaped tree branch at the fence.Saba X.
Saba X.
August 2024
Had a great time! The host even had a dog pool and water drinking buckets ready for the hot day. The area is on a hill good for tiring your dog if they don't have mobility issues. Shade covers the bottom side of the area. My dogs loved the odd shaped tree branch at the fence.
55would recommend going on a much cooler day as it gets hot there very quickly but wow there's so much space to run around in and they provided buckets of water, a pool, poop bags, there's also about 3 chairs for ppl to sit. Will definitely come back on a cooler day/time Jasmine A.
Jasmine A.
August 2024
would recommend going on a much cooler day as it gets hot there very quickly but wow there's so much space to run around in and they provided buckets of water, a pool, poop bags, there's also about 3 chairs for ppl to sit. Will definitely come back on a cooler day/time
55This Sniffspot is absolutely lovely! It’s spacious, well maintained, easy to access, and a great place for our fetch-obsessed dog to play ball. Despite the summer heat, there’s plenty of shady spots, as well as several chairs for humans who might want a break. Thanks for having us! Sasha H.
Sasha H.
August 2024
This Sniffspot is absolutely lovely! It’s spacious, well maintained, easy to access, and a great place for our fetch-obsessed dog to play ball. Despite the summer heat, there’s plenty of shady spots, as well as several chairs for humans who might want a break. Thanks for having us!
55Secure, spacious, and beautiful! I loved that there was both a large flat area and a large hill— great mix of going easy on the dogs’ knees in the flat area and wearing out the pups on the hill. Will be back! Lucienne A.
Lucienne A.
August 2024
Secure, spacious, and beautiful! I loved that there was both a large flat area and a large hill— great mix of going easy on the dogs’ knees in the flat area and wearing out the pups on the hill. Will be back!
55This sniff spot is excellent. My dog could probably spend all day here. She was able to sniff and run and play so long! We have come earlier in the mornings this summer to combat the heat, but when it’s sunny, there are good shady spots to help cool down. I will definitely continue to bring my Ronnie girl to run and sniff here!Ellen T.
Ellen T.
August 2024
This sniff spot is excellent. My dog could probably spend all day here. She was able to sniff and run and play so long! We have come earlier in the mornings this summer to combat the heat, but when it’s sunny, there are good shady spots to help cool down. I will definitely continue to bring my Ronnie girl to run and sniff here!
55Great experience, will definitely be back! Kristie was super responsive and kind. The space was well fenced as well. I didn’t feel any kind of stress even with my 3 escape artists. It was so much space and they LOVED it. They especially enjoyed the big bins of water, which had enough room for them to drink while their paws were in it. That’s a big plus for one of my dogs who needs a paw in her bowl for some reason. Big thanks to Kristie and her husband for letting us borrow their space (:Megan W.
Megan W.
August 2024
Great experience, will definitely be back! Kristie was super responsive and kind. The space was well fenced as well. I didn’t feel any kind of stress even with my 3 escape artists. It was so much space and they LOVED it. They especially enjoyed the big bins of water, which had enough room for them to drink while their paws were in it. That’s a big plus for one of my dogs who needs a paw in her bowl for some reason. Big thanks to Kristie and her husband for letting us borrow their space (:
How do Gilroy'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
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FAQ about our Gilroy 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 Gilroy area range from $15.0 and $15.0. The least expensive dog field is Stagnaro Stables Puppy Romper Room ;). The most expensive dog field is Stagnaro Stables Puppy Romper Room ;). Each host sets their own price, so you can check the price on the specific Sniffspot dog park listing.