55Perfect spot for my puppy to meet my dear friend's puppy who lives an hour away from us. Lots of space, we didn't see any people or animals. Thank you so much, Sally! SE G.
SE G.
December 2023
Perfect spot for my puppy to meet my dear friend's puppy who lives an hour away from us. Lots of space, we didn't see any people or animals. Thank you so much, Sally!
55This is truly a beautiful spot. Love the space. I would recommend adding some information about where to park. I saw the fence line and the gates; one side was open with a chain and lock hanging from it and secured, while the other side was mostly closed. I was unsure if we should pull ithrough the gates or, park in the little turn- out in front of the gates. I parked in front of the gates. As I was getting out of my car, a smaller car drove by rather fast. For a gravel lane, I was a bit surprised. I would caution owners to take extra precautions unloading their pet and keep your leashes very short - especially if your dog is easily spooked. Once I walked through the gate and into the fields, I took Zanes leash off and left his long line on. He enjoyed all the sights and smells. An hour was barely enough time. I think we may book for 1 1/2 to 2 hours next time. Thank you for sharing your property. Margie T.
Margie T.
December 2023
This is truly a beautiful spot. Love the space. I would recommend adding some information about where to park. I saw the fence line and the gates; one side was open with a chain and lock hanging from it and secured, while the other side was mostly closed. I was unsure if we should pull ithrough the gates or, park in the little turn- out in front of the gates. I parked in front of the gates. As I was getting out of my car, a smaller car drove by rather fast. For a gravel lane, I was a bit surprised. I would caution owners to take extra precautions unloading their pet and keep your leashes very short - especially if your dog is easily spooked. Once I walked through the gate and into the fields, I took Zanes leash off and left his long line on. He enjoyed all the sights and smells. An hour was barely enough time. I think we may book for 1 1/2 to 2 hours next time. Thank you for sharing your property.
55Our first time on the hill when it hasn't been super overcast or foggy. Such a tranquil setting and perfect for dogs to stretch their legs, and practice recall and playing catch. Thank ypu for sharing this little slice of paradise with our canine friends.Margie T.
Margie T.
January 2024
Our first time on the hill when it hasn't been super overcast or foggy. Such a tranquil setting and perfect for dogs to stretch their legs, and practice recall and playing catch. Thank ypu for sharing this little slice of paradise with our canine friends.
55This is a wonderful place! So peaceful with a variety of different areas for the dogs to explore. I loved the farm noises in the background and being able to hike up the hill for the views. The dogs loved it! So much room to run and play or just wander. We booked an hour and it was almost not long enough. We will be back. Troy C.
Troy C.
January 2024
This is a wonderful place! So peaceful with a variety of different areas for the dogs to explore. I loved the farm noises in the background and being able to hike up the hill for the views. The dogs loved it! So much room to run and play or just wander. We booked an hour and it was almost not long enough. We will be back.
55What a beautiful property! I brought my reactive dogs here and they had the best time ever. They had so much room to explore! I don’t get to take them out much because of their reactivity to other dogs, so this was such a great experience for them. They are EXHAUSTED now. We will definitely be back! Hailie F.
Hailie F.
February 2024
What a beautiful property! I brought my reactive dogs here and they had the best time ever. They had so much room to explore! I don’t get to take them out much because of their reactivity to other dogs, so this was such a great experience for them. They are EXHAUSTED now. We will definitely be back!
55My dog and I had a great time wandering around the large property. She was so tired from those hills and long grass. They were no joke! Thank you Sally for allowing us to come and visit your wonderful property. Olivia B.
Olivia B.
February 2024
My dog and I had a great time wandering around the large property. She was so tired from those hills and long grass. They were no joke! Thank you Sally for allowing us to come and visit your wonderful property.
55Stunning Views! Vast area for dogs to run and sniff. I got a good workout, too. Well maintained. The view from the Adirondack chairs is lovely and I imagine some fun times in the grove! Highly recommend. Julie M.
Julie M.
February 2024
Stunning Views! Vast area for dogs to run and sniff. I got a good workout, too. Well maintained. The view from the Adirondack chairs is lovely and I imagine some fun times in the grove! Highly recommend.
55Love this spot! It’s so beautiful and super enriching for the dogs. Lots of varied landscape and a good workout up the hill. Owners were very communicative and we even got some chicken eggs. We will be back. Thank you!!Cari E.
Cari E.
February 2024
Love this spot! It’s so beautiful and super enriching for the dogs. Lots of varied landscape and a good workout up the hill. Owners were very communicative and we even got some chicken eggs. We will be back. Thank you!!
55Views views views !!!! So lovely and quiet i couldn’t stay as long as i wanted there are some hills and right now i have a injured knee but i found a big stick helped me walk so so lovely here will defiantly come back had my dog on a 30ft long line he had a great time Lydia M.
Lydia M.
February 2024
Views views views !!!! So lovely and quiet i couldn’t stay as long as i wanted there are some hills and right now i have a injured knee but i found a big stick helped me walk so so lovely here will defiantly come back had my dog on a 30ft long line he had a great time
55Wow this spot is massive, it feels much bigger than 23 acres. My lab had the best time running around and sniffing everything. There’s a little bit of everything here, which kept it exciting for my dog and fun for me as well. The chairs at the top of the hill made for an amazing spot to enjoy the view and the sunshine. Wear sturdy shoes.Chantalle v.
Chantalle v.
November 2023
Wow this spot is massive, it feels much bigger than 23 acres. My lab had the best time running around and sniffing everything. There’s a little bit of everything here, which kept it exciting for my dog and fun for me as well. The chairs at the top of the hill made for an amazing spot to enjoy the view and the sunshine. Wear sturdy shoes.
55Beautiful acreage with hilltop views, magical woods, and grassy fields. Our pup loved playing catch and exploring. We’ll be back! So wonderful to have a great place to go in Salem!!!Donna E.
Donna E.
November 2023
Beautiful acreage with hilltop views, magical woods, and grassy fields. Our pup loved playing catch and exploring. We’ll be back! So wonderful to have a great place to go in Salem!!!
55This place was heaven for me and my dogs. Perfect for letting them run and explore as well as a great workout for me. Thank you for sharing your property with us. Donna L.
Donna L.
November 2023
This place was heaven for me and my dogs. Perfect for letting them run and explore as well as a great workout for me. Thank you for sharing your property with us.
55We loved this spot! We were making our way back to Portland on a very long road trip and this was the perfect place to stop with our dog before getting into town. Easy entry, tranquil surroundings, and beautiful land. Sally was a friendly and quick communicator who respected our need for privacy. We will be back! Mickey B.
Mickey B.
December 2023
We loved this spot! We were making our way back to Portland on a very long road trip and this was the perfect place to stop with our dog before getting into town. Easy entry, tranquil surroundings, and beautiful land. Sally was a friendly and quick communicator who respected our need for privacy. We will be back!
55Had a blast again! The fog rolled in, which made it more of an adventure. Bruno loved all the puddles/streams he found. Also can’t beat farm fresh eggs!Chantalle v.
Chantalle v.
December 2023
Had a blast again! The fog rolled in, which made it more of an adventure. Bruno loved all the puddles/streams he found. Also can’t beat farm fresh eggs!
How do Independence'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 Independence 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 Independence 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.