55Had a great time with me reactive dog! The area is completely fenced and she was able to run and play and explore and sniff to her heart's content. Very easy to find and secluded, even though it's right on the main road. And everything we needed was there. Kathy E.
Kathy E.
December 2023
Had a great time with me reactive dog! The area is completely fenced and she was able to run and play and explore and sniff to her heart's content. Very easy to find and secluded, even though it's right on the main road. And everything we needed was there.
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55This is a perfect place, super clean and natural. My girl had the time of her life and I had plenty of videos and pictures to prove it. We’re definitely making this a routine. Efren I.
Efren I.
December 2023
This is a perfect place, super clean and natural. My girl had the time of her life and I had plenty of videos and pictures to prove it. We’re definitely making this a routine.
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55Loved this area, trash can poop bags treats toy and water were provided although I did bring my own. Tons of shaded areas for the dogs and for me. The fence was well kept and secure for my medium to large dogs. Really clean overall better than a dog park! Will definitely be back!Skye M.
Skye M.
December 2023
Loved this area, trash can poop bags treats toy and water were provided although I did bring my own. Tons of shaded areas for the dogs and for me. The fence was well kept and secure for my medium to large dogs. Really clean overall better than a dog park! Will definitely be back!
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55As others have mentioned this place is a huge gift for reactive dogs. My little crazy really enjoyed herself. FYI for others - Google maps took me past the place to a totally different address so just keep an eye out as you get closer. Paintball is too far. Thanks again!!!Amy H.
Amy H.
December 2023
As others have mentioned this place is a huge gift for reactive dogs. My little crazy really enjoyed herself. FYI for others - Google maps took me past the place to a totally different address so just keep an eye out as you get closer. Paintball is too far. Thanks again!!!
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55Great little place to let your dog stretch their legs and have some fun! Didn’t get any photos but got some good videos of a great time.
The host communicated everything well.
Tip for users- there will be some muddy spots if it’s recently rained so be sure to have any necessary items to clean your dogs (or yourselves) off if you don’t want to track mud into your vehicle. Christina B.
Christina B.
December 2023
Great little place to let your dog stretch their legs and have some fun! Didn’t get any photos but got some good videos of a great time.
The host communicated everything well.
Tip for users- there will be some muddy spots if it’s recently rained so be sure to have any necessary items to clean your dogs (or yourselves) off if you don’t want to track mud into your vehicle.
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55This was the best thing I’ve seen! Have a high energy dog this place had him curled up in the car in the way home. It was easy to find, directions were accurate, and they had all kinds of toy for your pup to choose from! Plus the nature was absolutely beautiful! Highly recommend and will recommend to all my friends! Nicholas O.
Nicholas O.
January 2024
This was the best thing I’ve seen! Have a high energy dog this place had him curled up in the car in the way home. It was easy to find, directions were accurate, and they had all kinds of toy for your pup to choose from! Plus the nature was absolutely beautiful! Highly recommend and will recommend to all my friends!
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55We had a great time here! It was George’s first time really outside and he got to sniff and play freely. There were also toys provided for him to play with. Would go again.Kevin N.
Kevin N.
January 2024
We had a great time here! It was George’s first time really outside and he got to sniff and play freely. There were also toys provided for him to play with. Would go again.
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55Had a wonderful time. My pup wouldn’t drink the water from the hose provided (maybe it was well water?) but we always bring our own anyway. Will be back for sure!Kathy A.
Kathy A.
June 2023
Had a wonderful time. My pup wouldn’t drink the water from the hose provided (maybe it was well water?) but we always bring our own anyway. Will be back for sure!
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55Nice open space with lots of little trails to explore. Trees galore and very clean (I did not see any dog "leftovers" from previous guests.) There's a covered picnic table with a couple of bins with a variety of dog toys and other useful items like a first aid kit. Very nice and thoughtful provisions. I didn't see any other people or dogs while there. Great spot and our pooch had a wonderful time. Maureen D.
Maureen D.
November 2023
Nice open space with lots of little trails to explore. Trees galore and very clean (I did not see any dog "leftovers" from previous guests.) There's a covered picnic table with a couple of bins with a variety of dog toys and other useful items like a first aid kit. Very nice and thoughtful provisions. I didn't see any other people or dogs while there. Great spot and our pooch had a wonderful time.
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55This spot is so amazing! It’s clean, beautiful and safe for our baby to run around without worrying about cars coming through. Will definitely be back!Matali V.
Matali V.
February 2024
This spot is so amazing! It’s clean, beautiful and safe for our baby to run around without worrying about cars coming through. Will definitely be back!
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55Clean area to park and setup with a large bench. Brush was cleared out in multiple areas to provide easy to navigate walking and exploring trails. Really nice spot for our first time using the service and we’ll be sure to be back. David S.
David S.
February 2024
Clean area to park and setup with a large bench. Brush was cleared out in multiple areas to provide easy to navigate walking and exploring trails. Really nice spot for our first time using the service and we’ll be sure to be back.
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55Host was super responsive and friendly. Instructions were super clear and use friendly! My dog had a great time there, will definitely be returning! Great little find! Thank you again! Daniel D.
Daniel D.
February 2024
Host was super responsive and friendly. Instructions were super clear and use friendly! My dog had a great time there, will definitely be returning! Great little find! Thank you again!
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55Put the address into Maps and had no trouble finding it. There was water bowl and water provided, as well as toys and treats for the pups. Our four dogs had fun just sniffing around, exploring!Catherine K.
Catherine K.
February 2024
Put the address into Maps and had no trouble finding it. There was water bowl and water provided, as well as toys and treats for the pups. Our four dogs had fun just sniffing around, exploring!
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55Area was well kept up. Easy to access with gate code and instructions given by owner. There was lots of toys, water was provided from a spout and water bowl, trash bin to throw away poop bags which was cleaned out for our arrival. Very nice space, will definitely be back!Sydney P.
Sydney P.
February 2024
Area was well kept up. Easy to access with gate code and instructions given by owner. There was lots of toys, water was provided from a spout and water bowl, trash bin to throw away poop bags which was cleaned out for our arrival. Very nice space, will definitely be back!
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55This was our first Sniffspot and there were short trails for McFlurry to mark to her hearts content LOL. She had fun playing with the toys provided and the outdoor water faucet and water bowl were perfect when she got hot from exploring in the trees and brush. Tons of shade. It was a great Sniffspot for us to work on her off leash recall and obedience in a large, fenced in, safe open space. McFlurry isn't, but for those who may have dogs that are reactive to people, there was a house on the other side of the fence, I'm assuming the owners, but no one came out while we there. Lorna M.
Lorna M.
February 2024
This was our first Sniffspot and there were short trails for McFlurry to mark to her hearts content LOL. She had fun playing with the toys provided and the outdoor water faucet and water bowl were perfect when she got hot from exploring in the trees and brush. Tons of shade. It was a great Sniffspot for us to work on her off leash recall and obedience in a large, fenced in, safe open space. McFlurry isn't, but for those who may have dogs that are reactive to people, there was a house on the other side of the fence, I'm assuming the owners, but no one came out while we there.
Schott Ranch 2.5 Acre Private Dog Park In Helotes | Sniffspot
55The location was great and the fencing was good all around. We had no issues letting our Malinois run free and chase shadows! We will definitely use again.Brian B.
Brian B.
March 2024
The location was great and the fencing was good all around. We had no issues letting our Malinois run free and chase shadows! We will definitely use again.
How do Helotes'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 Helotes 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.
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