55This spot was perfect. Large area and lots to sniff. They were able to play ball and explore. When 2 Malinois are so tired they lay down, you know this spot is a great choice for dogs with no off switch. I will visit again every time Iβm in town. Lindsey F.
Lindsey F.
June 2024
This spot was perfect. Large area and lots to sniff. They were able to play ball and explore. When 2 Malinois are so tired they lay down, you know this spot is a great choice for dogs with no off switch. I will visit again every time Iβm in town.
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55My dogs enjoyed this little adventure. This backyard was giant. Lots of areas to
Play and run. A lot of ball playing. Super easy and convenient! Thanks so much for hosting us!Kristie D.
Kristie D.
June 2024
My dogs enjoyed this little adventure. This backyard was giant. Lots of areas to
Play and run. A lot of ball playing. Super easy and convenient! Thanks so much for hosting us!
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55Wonderful and safe backyard! So much room to run around, and plenty of chairs to sit and relax. My dog had such a good time. We will definitely be back. Thanks Rachel!!!Hilary H.
Hilary H.
June 2024
Wonderful and safe backyard! So much room to run around, and plenty of chairs to sit and relax. My dog had such a good time. We will definitely be back. Thanks Rachel!!!
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55Alonzo had a great time. Easy access. The location was clean, the water was clean, and there was lots for him to sniff which is his favorite thing to do. There were clean toys available for use, a kiddie pool, and plenty of places to sit down. The colored lights at dusk were a nice touch since we prefer evening visits because he gets hot easily. The host communicated well and everything went very smoothly. Thank you again!Amanda d.
Amanda d.
June 2024
Alonzo had a great time. Easy access. The location was clean, the water was clean, and there was lots for him to sniff which is his favorite thing to do. There were clean toys available for use, a kiddie pool, and plenty of places to sit down. The colored lights at dusk were a nice touch since we prefer evening visits because he gets hot easily. The host communicated well and everything went very smoothly. Thank you again!
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55My 3 dogs absolutely LOVE visiting this property. They know where we are going well before we get there and sing their praises! I love seeing my pups confidently playing and exploring their new borrowed yard. What a game changer!!!Mandy S.
Mandy S.
June 2024
My 3 dogs absolutely LOVE visiting this property. They know where we are going well before we get there and sing their praises! I love seeing my pups confidently playing and exploring their new borrowed yard. What a game changer!!!
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55My Bella had a great time! The backyard is large with lots of running space and places to sniff! Looks just like the pictures! Thank you! We will be visiting again!Ruth T.
Ruth T.
June 2024
My Bella had a great time! The backyard is large with lots of running space and places to sniff! Looks just like the pictures! Thank you! We will be visiting again!
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55Luna love running around and playing in this spacious backyard. They even set up a pool for us after reading that Luna loves to play in the water! (: There was also plenty of shade for you and your pup! Amy H.
Amy H.
June 2024
Luna love running around and playing in this spacious backyard. They even set up a pool for us after reading that Luna loves to play in the water! (: There was also plenty of shade for you and your pup!
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55This was our third time here, we love coming to Rachel. The yard looks beautiful, and she makes sure that the doggies and their owners have a good time.
Thank you.Anna M.
Anna M.
June 2024
This was our third time here, we love coming to Rachel. The yard looks beautiful, and she makes sure that the doggies and their owners have a good time.
Thank you.
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55Super convenient as usual! This time I brought my laptop, set myself up at the patio table, and took a conf call while the dogs played. Such a nice way to spend part of my workday! Thank you!!!Mandy S.
Mandy S.
July 2024
Super convenient as usual! This time I brought my laptop, set myself up at the patio table, and took a conf call while the dogs played. Such a nice way to spend part of my workday! Thank you!!!
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55We had a great time! The yard is huge and my dog loved playing in the sprinkler and chasing her ball (and some lizards). My partner and I brought our dinner and had a nice little picnic. We'll definitely be back. Two small notes, the host messaged us to ask if her roommate could pass through the yard but was super understanding when I said my dog is reactive to people, which I appreciated! We also saw one of the cats through the screen door at the back (which I think startled everyone involved) but luckily my dog doesn't care that much about cats.Margaret T.
Margaret T.
July 2024
We had a great time! The yard is huge and my dog loved playing in the sprinkler and chasing her ball (and some lizards). My partner and I brought our dinner and had a nice little picnic. We'll definitely be back. Two small notes, the host messaged us to ask if her roommate could pass through the yard but was super understanding when I said my dog is reactive to people, which I appreciated! We also saw one of the cats through the screen door at the back (which I think startled everyone involved) but luckily my dog doesn't care that much about cats.
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55Rachelβs yard was great! She had a clean kiddie pool filled up which our dog loved cooling off in and a basket of great toys to play with! We had a blast although our dog is very cat driven and I think she could hear the cats inside because she seemed distracted. Overall we had a great time and Iβd definitely recommend! Darby N.
Darby N.
July 2024
Rachelβs yard was great! She had a clean kiddie pool filled up which our dog loved cooling off in and a basket of great toys to play with! We had a blast although our dog is very cat driven and I think she could hear the cats inside because she seemed distracted. Overall we had a great time and Iβd definitely recommend!
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55The dogs were so glad to be back today, they love this yard so much. I love watching them celebrate, chasing and playing! Perfect amount of space to do zoomies with each other!Mandy S.
Mandy S.
July 2024
The dogs were so glad to be back today, they love this yard so much. I love watching them celebrate, chasing and playing! Perfect amount of space to do zoomies with each other!
How do Irvine'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 Irvine 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 Irvine?
There are 214 small dog parks in the Irvine 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 Irvine area range from $5.0 and $5.0. The least expensive small dog park is Private Play Yard at the Doggie Depot. The most expensive small dog park is Private Play Yard at the Doggie Depot. 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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