55My two bulldogs loved Pepper’s! They played fetch with the tennis balls, ran around, and did a lot of sniffing.
Pepper’s is so nice for pups. It’s an excellent place to explore and get some energy out. There were many shaded areas and toys, water, poo supplies were available. We will definitely come back! Thank you!Leslie M.
Leslie M.
April 2023
My two bulldogs loved Pepper’s! They played fetch with the tennis balls, ran around, and did a lot of sniffing.
Pepper’s is so nice for pups. It’s an excellent place to explore and get some energy out. There were many shaded areas and toys, water, poo supplies were available. We will definitely come back! Thank you!
55This was our first time trying Sniffspot and it was an amazing experience. My pup Napoleon LOVED running around and smelling all the different types of plants. We will definitely be back! Kalena C.
Kalena C.
March 2023
This was our first time trying Sniffspot and it was an amazing experience. My pup Napoleon LOVED running around and smelling all the different types of plants. We will definitely be back!
55We had a great time! Everything was secure, there were lots of toys/balls, and a fresh water bowl. Lori even left a towel for us to wipe our dirty paws off before we left. Entry and exit was easy, we went in through the open garage and then through the side door to the backyard. 10/10! We will definitely be back! Sam S.
Sam S.
April 2023
We had a great time! Everything was secure, there were lots of toys/balls, and a fresh water bowl. Lori even left a towel for us to wipe our dirty paws off before we left. Entry and exit was easy, we went in through the open garage and then through the side door to the backyard. 10/10! We will definitely be back!
55My girls had so much fun! There were great toys, water, poop bags and everything we needed to have a great visit! They especially loved exploring the little treehouse. Chloe W.
Chloe W.
April 2023
My girls had so much fun! There were great toys, water, poop bags and everything we needed to have a great visit! They especially loved exploring the little treehouse.
55Beautiful, quiet and tranquil yard. My dog loved sniffing every inch and we enjoyed hanging out. Kind host with great communication. Looking forward to visiting again. 👍🏼🐕Carol C.
Carol C.
April 2023
Beautiful, quiet and tranquil yard. My dog loved sniffing every inch and we enjoyed hanging out. Kind host with great communication. Looking forward to visiting again. 👍🏼🐕
55The dogs loved Pepper’s play yard! It was easily accessible and Lori gave good instructions. There was a table we were able to relax at and watch the dogs. There was plenty of grassy area for them to run and a small hill (fenced in and we could see them) that they enjoyed exploring as well. It had rained and was a little muddy, so Lori left a towel for us which was thoughtful. Will definitely be back! :)Lauren J.
Lauren J.
January 2023
The dogs loved Pepper’s play yard! It was easily accessible and Lori gave good instructions. There was a table we were able to relax at and watch the dogs. There was plenty of grassy area for them to run and a small hill (fenced in and we could see them) that they enjoyed exploring as well. It had rained and was a little muddy, so Lori left a towel for us which was thoughtful. Will definitely be back! :)
55We had a great time at Lori's! It was uncharacteristically wet for San Diego, but the dogs still loved exploring the backyard. There was plenty of room to sniff and run. Erin O.
Erin O.
January 2023
We had a great time at Lori's! It was uncharacteristically wet for San Diego, but the dogs still loved exploring the backyard. There was plenty of room to sniff and run.
55Lori was very receptive with returning messages and thoughtful. Several months ago I had to cancel a visit due to a foot injury and she responded right away and was very kind. Today for our first visit, she let us know that she would be setting out a towel for our dog's paws since their yard hadn't fully dried out everywhere from the heavy rains this week. There was fresh water, poop bags and a small trashcan for poop and a towel waiting for us. Niles had a great time in their yard and there was lots of room for him (22 pounds) to run around. Its about 30 minutes or more from where we live, but when we have time to do the drive, its a great location to go and parking seemed plentiful on a Saturday late morning. Shelly A.
Shelly A.
January 2023
Lori was very receptive with returning messages and thoughtful. Several months ago I had to cancel a visit due to a foot injury and she responded right away and was very kind. Today for our first visit, she let us know that she would be setting out a towel for our dog's paws since their yard hadn't fully dried out everywhere from the heavy rains this week. There was fresh water, poop bags and a small trashcan for poop and a towel waiting for us. Niles had a great time in their yard and there was lots of room for him (22 pounds) to run around. Its about 30 minutes or more from where we live, but when we have time to do the drive, its a great location to go and parking seemed plentiful on a Saturday late morning.
55Fully fenced. Our dogs had a great time. Plenty of room to run and play. Even our daughter had a great time! She loved the tree house and slide and trampoline.
Definitely recommend!Shawna N.
Shawna N.
January 2023
Fully fenced. Our dogs had a great time. Plenty of room to run and play. Even our daughter had a great time! She loved the tree house and slide and trampoline.
Definitely recommend!
55This is our new favorite spot! The dogs always have a great time running around. The host turned on the lights outside and lit the fire pit as we went later in the day and it started getting chilly. Can’t wait to go back!Morgan W.
Morgan W.
February 2023
This is our new favorite spot! The dogs always have a great time running around. The host turned on the lights outside and lit the fire pit as we went later in the day and it started getting chilly. Can’t wait to go back!
55Great place for my puppy to get his crazies out. Water and toys were left out. We had to leave a little early bc my pup wanted to dig on the hillside and I did not want him to do that in a backyard.
Monica R.
Monica R.
February 2023
Great place for my puppy to get his crazies out. Water and toys were left out. We had to leave a little early bc my pup wanted to dig on the hillside and I did not want him to do that in a backyard.
55This was my first time using Sniffspot and I chose this one since it’s very close to my house.
I loved it! My dog def needs some extra exercise and I’m sure we’ll be back often. Great yard, everything a dog needs for fun! Thanks!Laura S.
Laura S.
February 2023
This was my first time using Sniffspot and I chose this one since it’s very close to my house.
I loved it! My dog def needs some extra exercise and I’m sure we’ll be back often. Great yard, everything a dog needs for fun! Thanks!
55Beautiful backyard with lots of toys and entertainment for the pups. Lori made it very easy to get to her backyard. She had potty bags, treats and towel to wipe of their paws on our way out. There’s a couple water bowls around. Soccer balls, tennis balls, and different types of toys. Plenty of space for the pups to run around and seats for adults to relax. Jo R.
Jo R.
February 2023
Beautiful backyard with lots of toys and entertainment for the pups. Lori made it very easy to get to her backyard. She had potty bags, treats and towel to wipe of their paws on our way out. There’s a couple water bowls around. Soccer balls, tennis balls, and different types of toys. Plenty of space for the pups to run around and seats for adults to relax.
55Lori’s sniffspot was awesome! Her backyard was big enough for our two dogs to run around and play. She provided toys, towels and poop bags for us to use. It was also shady which was nice. We definitely recommend Lori’s sniffspot!Jennifer T.
Jennifer T.
February 2023
Lori’s sniffspot was awesome! Her backyard was big enough for our two dogs to run around and play. She provided toys, towels and poop bags for us to use. It was also shady which was nice. We definitely recommend Lori’s sniffspot!
55My dog Coco had so much fun here. The space was large enough for her to get her zoomies out, there were plenty of toys and so many plants to sniff. She enjoyed going up on the hill and exploring up there too. Clean water bowls were provided as well as a towel for my dogs paws and poop bags. The amount of trees and plants around the property made it feel like being out in nature. We loved this Sniffspot and will be back to play some more. Isabel O.
Isabel O.
March 2023
My dog Coco had so much fun here. The space was large enough for her to get her zoomies out, there were plenty of toys and so many plants to sniff. She enjoyed going up on the hill and exploring up there too. Clean water bowls were provided as well as a towel for my dogs paws and poop bags. The amount of trees and plants around the property made it feel like being out in nature. We loved this Sniffspot and will be back to play some more.
55Clean safe yard. Lots for dogs to explore. Lori has lots of toys, fresh water and a fluffy doodlesomething who will come out and play if you like.Alyce F.
Alyce F.
March 2023
Clean safe yard. Lots for dogs to explore. Lori has lots of toys, fresh water and a fluffy doodlesomething who will come out and play if you like.
55This was our first time visiting a Sniffspot. This place is beautiful. My puppy had a blast. There is a slide, a trampoline and lots of toys. They have a seating area in the sun and one in the shade, underneath the trees. We’ll definitely be back!Saskia G.
Saskia G.
March 2023
This was our first time visiting a Sniffspot. This place is beautiful. My puppy had a blast. There is a slide, a trampoline and lots of toys. They have a seating area in the sun and one in the shade, underneath the trees. We’ll definitely be back!
55First time using Sniffspot and this was an awesome first experience. This is the most perfect place for a reactive dog. Easy to find and we entered the yard through the garage. The yard was super clean with tons of toys and water. The owners went as far as to shut the blinds to the house to offer privacy which I thought was very kind and generous. There was a shaded area with chairs and tables; we were able to bring lunch while our dogs played. The yard was very well maintained that we felt we didn’t need to watch our dogs every move. They were able to play freely and safely. Thanks so much Pepper and Lori for sharing your cute and cozy yard with Batman and Rosie 💛Olivia V.
Olivia V.
October 2022
First time using Sniffspot and this was an awesome first experience. This is the most perfect place for a reactive dog. Easy to find and we entered the yard through the garage. The yard was super clean with tons of toys and water. The owners went as far as to shut the blinds to the house to offer privacy which I thought was very kind and generous. There was a shaded area with chairs and tables; we were able to bring lunch while our dogs played. The yard was very well maintained that we felt we didn’t need to watch our dogs every move. They were able to play freely and safely. Thanks so much Pepper and Lori for sharing your cute and cozy yard with Batman and Rosie 💛
How do Julian'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 Julian 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 Julian?
There are 102 small dog parks in the Julian 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 Julian area range from $5.0 and $5.0. The least expensive small dog park is Hallowell Doggo Hangout. The most expensive small dog park is Hallowell Doggo Hangout. 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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