55Wonderful private yard with plenty of space to explore and play. Clean. Interesting textures and obstacles. Dogs loved it! Will be coming back! Andrew C.
Andrew C.
October 2022
Wonderful private yard with plenty of space to explore and play. Clean. Interesting textures and obstacles. Dogs loved it! Will be coming back!
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55Owner was awesome and gave me all info ahead of time (where to park, how to get in) and Maggie had a blast. Toys, disinfectant, water, poop bags all available if you need them. Josh L.
Josh L.
October 2022
Owner was awesome and gave me all info ahead of time (where to park, how to get in) and Maggie had a blast. Toys, disinfectant, water, poop bags all available if you need them.
Tree Haven In Highland Hills-OPEN AGAIN! | Sniffspot
55Although there are no signs indicating the location is a Sniff Spot, the owner gave very good directions for accessing her backyard. I had no problems figuring out where to park, and finding the access to the sniffing paradise was easy.
What a beautiful place! It is clean, and there are lots of places for a dog to explore. There are several areas for sitting to watch too. Add to this a pile of toys to play with too.
Regardless of the rain, my dog sniffed his way all over, marking everything he could. The next pup will have plenty of sniff (pee-mail). When it was time to leave, my dog would not let me catch him. He was having way too good a time.KAT A.
KAT A.
October 2022
Although there are no signs indicating the location is a Sniff Spot, the owner gave very good directions for accessing her backyard. I had no problems figuring out where to park, and finding the access to the sniffing paradise was easy.
What a beautiful place! It is clean, and there are lots of places for a dog to explore. There are several areas for sitting to watch too. Add to this a pile of toys to play with too.
Regardless of the rain, my dog sniffed his way all over, marking everything he could. The next pup will have plenty of sniff (pee-mail). When it was time to leave, my dog would not let me catch him. He was having way too good a time.
Tree Haven In Highland Hills-OPEN AGAIN! | Sniffspot
55This was the first time we’ve used Sniffspot & it was exactly what we were hoping for! Super easy, the host was friendly via message through the app, yard was awesome, and our doggo is now tuckered out & ready to chill. Great alternative to the dog park for apartment dogs. Kaylee U.
Kaylee U.
October 2022
This was the first time we’ve used Sniffspot & it was exactly what we were hoping for! Super easy, the host was friendly via message through the app, yard was awesome, and our doggo is now tuckered out & ready to chill. Great alternative to the dog park for apartment dogs.
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55Awesome backyard space with a great hill. I liked the cemented area as well as the grass area for various terrain options. Definitely plan to go back! Sarah E.
Sarah E.
October 2023
Awesome backyard space with a great hill. I liked the cemented area as well as the grass area for various terrain options. Definitely plan to go back!
Sophie's Private Dog Park In SW Portland | Sniffspot
55Our dogs had a great time here. Nice, quiet location and privacy fencing. The variety of the grass, pavement, fencing, trampoline, shed, etc was really fun for our dogs to explore. They loved running up and down the hill as well as chasing each other in and out of all the things in the yard. There was shelter available when it started the rain while we were there. The fencing felt very secure for our dogs, and we had a lot of peace of mind there. We will definitely be back!Christine + Jake H.
Christine + Jake H.
November 2023
Our dogs had a great time here. Nice, quiet location and privacy fencing. The variety of the grass, pavement, fencing, trampoline, shed, etc was really fun for our dogs to explore. They loved running up and down the hill as well as chasing each other in and out of all the things in the yard. There was shelter available when it started the rain while we were there. The fencing felt very secure for our dogs, and we had a lot of peace of mind there. We will definitely be back!
Sophie's Private Dog Park In SW Portland | Sniffspot
55This spot is great! My two dogs loved running down and around the generous but gentle slope and back up. There were so many different things to draw their interest, going under the trampoline, the sport court, the little garden house and its little flower bed, squirrels to watch in tall trees. They just had the best time, we will definitely be back!Alicia B.
Alicia B.
November 2023
This spot is great! My two dogs loved running down and around the generous but gentle slope and back up. There were so many different things to draw their interest, going under the trampoline, the sport court, the little garden house and its little flower bed, squirrels to watch in tall trees. They just had the best time, we will definitely be back!
Sophie's Private Dog Park In SW Portland | Sniffspot
55First experience with SniffSpot. Sophie was great with communication and understanding when we accidentally threw a ball in the neighbors yard. She had water and a garbage can available. Nice and quiet with very no distractions. Great yard with lots of room to roam! We loved it and will be back. Debbie B.
Debbie B.
November 2023
First experience with SniffSpot. Sophie was great with communication and understanding when we accidentally threw a ball in the neighbors yard. She had water and a garbage can available. Nice and quiet with very no distractions. Great yard with lots of room to roam! We loved it and will be back.
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55Our husky shepherd pup had a blast running around the space! Lots of interesting terrain to roam around and a spacious covered area to duck under when raining. Will definitely be back! Lidia K.
Lidia K.
December 2023
Our husky shepherd pup had a blast running around the space! Lots of interesting terrain to roam around and a spacious covered area to duck under when raining. Will definitely be back!
Sophie's Private Dog Park In SW Portland | Sniffspot
55Got there right before it got dark. The yard is fantastic with lots of way to socialize a puppy in a safe way! Will be back in the near near future! Erin A.
Erin A.
December 2023
Got there right before it got dark. The yard is fantastic with lots of way to socialize a puppy in a safe way! Will be back in the near near future!
Sophie's Private Dog Park In SW Portland | Sniffspot
55Quiet, comfy, clean, and easy to find! Our dog Cali ran her little butt off and had an absolute blast getting to run around without a care in the world. Will definitely be back! 💛Grace L.
Grace L.
September 2023
Quiet, comfy, clean, and easy to find! Our dog Cali ran her little butt off and had an absolute blast getting to run around without a care in the world. Will definitely be back! 💛
Sophie's Private Dog Park In SW Portland | Sniffspot
55This was a great spot to let our 2 pups run full speed until they were word out. The entrance was easy to find. The yard was is good shape and they enjoyed dodging and sprinting around the basketball court and other obstacles. Brandi M.
Brandi M.
September 2023
This was a great spot to let our 2 pups run full speed until they were word out. The entrance was easy to find. The yard was is good shape and they enjoyed dodging and sprinting around the basketball court and other obstacles.
Sophie's Private Dog Park In SW Portland | Sniffspot
55Such a lovely property, and such a fantastic neighborhood for a sniffspot! My visit with my anxious little buddy went better than I could have ever expected! Elena L.
Elena L.
October 2023
Such a lovely property, and such a fantastic neighborhood for a sniffspot! My visit with my anxious little buddy went better than I could have ever expected!
How do Independence's private small dog parks 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 small dog parks
Are small dog parks safe?
While public dog parks have a number of safety issues, such as aggressive dogs, disease transmission and general cleanliness, Sniffspot dog parks are much safer than public dog parks. With Sniffspot all bookings are private for just you and dogs you bring with you and we require all dogs to be vaccinated (or have equivalent titers). All Sniffspot locations are vetted and reviewed by park users so you can find the perfect place for you and your dog. 93% of reviews on Sniffspot visits are 5 stars.
How can I find small dog parks in Independence?
There are 62 small dog parks in the Independence area. The most popular small dog park is . You can browse all of our small dog parks here.
How do I know if a small dog park works for my dog?
Start by applying basic filters, such as fencing and distractions, to find a dog park that works for your furry friends. If your dog doesn't respond to owner commands, you can visit one of our enclosed dog park areas. If your dog is reactive to other dogs, you can visit one of our small dog park sites where there are no dogs audible or visible nearby. You can see any park amenities provided, including a park bench, water for dogs or water features such as kiddie pool or water hose. If your dog loves water, you can go to a park with water features, but if they don't love water, you can avoid them. We also recommend reading reviews to check for park maintenance issues and reaching out to the host with any questions. And lastly, of course, check park hours. Many of our parks are open from dawn until dusk.
What are the requirements to bring my dog to a Sniffspot park?
We require that all dogs have basic vaccinations or equivalent titers. We do not allow dogs with a bite history. We require that owners sign our waiver and agree to follow our safety rules. We also require that pet owners follow safety protocols around water features.
Will there be other dogs at the Sniffspot park at the same time as me?
Sniffspot only allows one booking at a time and any host dogs are required to be kept away from the spot during visits. We also enforce 30 min time buffers between bookings.
How much do Sniffspot small dog parks cost?
Small dog parks in the Independence area range from $4.0 and $4.0. The least expensive small dog park is Large fully fenced FUN FUN FUN. The most expensive small dog park is Large fully fenced FUN FUN FUN. Each host sets their own price, so you can check the price on the specific Sniffspot dog park listing.
Can I have an event or party at a small dog park?
If you are planning an amazing small dog park party, each Sniffspot park has their own rules regarding special events. Many parks allow doggie birthday parties, training, water parties and other event types. Event organizers need to be responsible for their guests and event organizers should coordinate with the host regarding their fun party. Make sure the park has amenities you need for your party, such as a park with lots of picnic tables with park benches.
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