55I brought my 4.5 year old reactive rescue dog Jett to the sniff spot because he gets walked in the same areas twice a day and because of reactivity behavior we try to avoid other dogs as much as possible.
Our backyard is all he's known for 2.5 years and can become quite boring.
The minute we went through the gate he was full on with tracking all the new scents. I led him around once on his 50ft lead then let him roam.
Once he'd done enough exploring he found the pool for a cool drink and the toys for a little play time.
I was impressed with the view, the peaceful space and a spot for me to sit and relax too.
Poop bags were also provided with a garbage.
Overall it tired my Jett out, he was happy the whole time with no tail tucking or fear whatsoever.
We will be repeat customers.Kelly C.
Kelly C.
August 2024
I brought my 4.5 year old reactive rescue dog Jett to the sniff spot because he gets walked in the same areas twice a day and because of reactivity behavior we try to avoid other dogs as much as possible.
Our backyard is all he's known for 2.5 years and can become quite boring.
The minute we went through the gate he was full on with tracking all the new scents. I led him around once on his 50ft lead then let him roam.
Once he'd done enough exploring he found the pool for a cool drink and the toys for a little play time.
I was impressed with the view, the peaceful space and a spot for me to sit and relax too.
Poop bags were also provided with a garbage.
Overall it tired my Jett out, he was happy the whole time with no tail tucking or fear whatsoever.
We will be repeat customers.
Thunder Bridge Sniffspot - 1 Acre Fully Fenced Private Dog Park | Sniffspot
55My dog and I had a great time at this sniffspot! It’s spacious, well-maintained, scenic, and very clean aside from a couple poops. Fencing is very secure, and there are many little nooks and crannies to explore. My dog also enjoyed observing the neighbour’s horses which were grazing near the fence.Maggie L.
Maggie L.
August 2024
My dog and I had a great time at this sniffspot! It’s spacious, well-maintained, scenic, and very clean aside from a couple poops. Fencing is very secure, and there are many little nooks and crannies to explore. My dog also enjoyed observing the neighbour’s horses which were grazing near the fence.
Thunder Bridge Sniffspot - 1 Acre Fully Fenced Private Dog Park | Sniffspot
55Loved the personal touches of the chalk on the gateway, made is know for sure we were in the right spot. Dogs loved watching the horses lol and the dogs had a great time :) Jenn F.
Jenn F.
August 2024
Loved the personal touches of the chalk on the gateway, made is know for sure we were in the right spot. Dogs loved watching the horses lol and the dogs had a great time :)
DOGS POOL PARADISE 🥳!- Open for winter ❄️ | Sniffspot
55Beautiful!! Beautiful !!! beautiful!!!
This was my first time using the app and this place is wonderful!!! Perfect for my dog to finally enjoy being off leash in a huge yard!! Trish D.
Trish D.
May 2023
Beautiful!! Beautiful !!! beautiful!!!
This was my first time using the app and this place is wonderful!!! Perfect for my dog to finally enjoy being off leash in a huge yard!!
DOGS POOL PARADISE 🥳!- Open for winter ❄️ | Sniffspot
55Beautiful property and the pool is wonderful! Our water obsessed senior dog loved it and she had a great workout. The hosts go above and beyond, offering everything you need from toys to towels. We will definitely be back! Michelle B.
Michelle B.
June 2023
Beautiful property and the pool is wonderful! Our water obsessed senior dog loved it and she had a great workout. The hosts go above and beyond, offering everything you need from toys to towels. We will definitely be back!
DOGS POOL PARADISE 🥳!- Open for winter ❄️ | Sniffspot
55Such a great space to bring your dogs !! Very private, the host had water, toys, towels and treats on display for when we got there.
We will Deff book again :) our dogs had a great time ! Brooke J.
Brooke J.
June 2023
Such a great space to bring your dogs !! Very private, the host had water, toys, towels and treats on display for when we got there.
We will Deff book again :) our dogs had a great time !
DOGS POOL PARADISE 🥳!- Open for winter ❄️ | Sniffspot
55Lovely, clean, tidy, and secure property. Our dog is older and a rescue and we wanted to see if she likes the water. She was a bit hesitant but jumped in after a ball. Got out and enjoyed rolling around on the grass. She loved the treats!. I was pleasantly surprised to see dog toys, treats and a towel. Just like a doggie spa. Thanks to our thoughtful hosts. We'll be back. Note: leave plenty of time if traveling in from Toronto. Isabel F.
Isabel F.
July 2023
Lovely, clean, tidy, and secure property. Our dog is older and a rescue and we wanted to see if she likes the water. She was a bit hesitant but jumped in after a ball. Got out and enjoyed rolling around on the grass. She loved the treats!. I was pleasantly surprised to see dog toys, treats and a towel. Just like a doggie spa. Thanks to our thoughtful hosts. We'll be back. Note: leave plenty of time if traveling in from Toronto.
DOGS POOL PARADISE 🥳!- Open for winter ❄️ | Sniffspot
55This is a great spot to cool off (love that humans can swim too) and introduce your dog to pools. My dog just started swimming in lakes this year, so I thought this was perfect for him. He didn’t love the pool, but I’m sure we’ll be back. There is also plenty of space to run around and there were toys (and treats!) out for the dogs. The big trees in the back were great for him to sniff around and there was a nice shady spot at the back of the yard to relax. The spot was very clean and the grass is really nice! I walked around barefoot. Jay Michelle G.
Jay Michelle G.
July 2023
This is a great spot to cool off (love that humans can swim too) and introduce your dog to pools. My dog just started swimming in lakes this year, so I thought this was perfect for him. He didn’t love the pool, but I’m sure we’ll be back. There is also plenty of space to run around and there were toys (and treats!) out for the dogs. The big trees in the back were great for him to sniff around and there was a nice shady spot at the back of the yard to relax. The spot was very clean and the grass is really nice! I walked around barefoot.
Sheila's Private Dog Park In Bowmanville | Sniffspot
55This was a fantastic spot! Jakey gets bored easily and he was totally entertained for the 45-50 minutes we were here. They supplied toys, water, poop bags and places to sit and relax.
Will definitely be back andrecommend to friends! Teri M.
Teri M.
July 2023
This was a fantastic spot! Jakey gets bored easily and he was totally entertained for the 45-50 minutes we were here. They supplied toys, water, poop bags and places to sit and relax.
Will definitely be back andrecommend to friends!
Sheila's Private Dog Park In Bowmanville | Sniffspot
55Great city escape!Well fenced and well maintained area. Toys, water, and treats were available. Not to mention that the picnic table is placed right at the shaded area. Top tier sniff-spot! Worth it 👌🏼 Both the dogs had an awesome time!Von V.
Von V.
July 2023
Great city escape!Well fenced and well maintained area. Toys, water, and treats were available. Not to mention that the picnic table is placed right at the shaded area. Top tier sniff-spot! Worth it 👌🏼 Both the dogs had an awesome time!
Sheila's Private Dog Park In Bowmanville | Sniffspot
55The yard is soooo big and It’s fully fenced. My frenchie and Boston terrier mix loved it here and the extra toys they leave for them is a big bonus! Make sure to bring bug repellent spray (they also have a bottle there incase you forget) thank you for the great time we had, I’m definitely booking again! Alicia P.
Alicia P.
May 2023
The yard is soooo big and It’s fully fenced. My frenchie and Boston terrier mix loved it here and the extra toys they leave for them is a big bonus! Make sure to bring bug repellent spray (they also have a bottle there incase you forget) thank you for the great time we had, I’m definitely booking again!
Sheila's Private Dog Park In Bowmanville | Sniffspot
55Dennis enjoyed his visit to Sheila’s doggy oasis. There is a nice spot at the back of the property in the shade with a picnic bench. This is a great place for dogs who have fear aggression to enjoy the freedom of a run. It was so nice not to worry about off leash dogs approaching. Thank you Sheila for your kindness. Shelley M.
Shelley M.
June 2023
Dennis enjoyed his visit to Sheila’s doggy oasis. There is a nice spot at the back of the property in the shade with a picnic bench. This is a great place for dogs who have fear aggression to enjoy the freedom of a run. It was so nice not to worry about off leash dogs approaching. Thank you Sheila for your kindness.
Sheila's Private Dog Park In Bowmanville | Sniffspot
55Our experience was nothing short of excellent. The property's well-kept nature, ample space for roaming and playing, and the evident exhaustion of our dogs after their visit all contributed to an unforgettable experience. If you're looking for a safe and exciting place to let your dogs enjoy some off-leash time, I highly recommend considering this spot! Toys, water, treats and well secured fencing! It truly surpassed our expectations, and we'll definitely be returning for more tail-wagging adventures in the future! Thank you Sheila for allowing us to use your space! DN R.
DN R.
June 2023
Our experience was nothing short of excellent. The property's well-kept nature, ample space for roaming and playing, and the evident exhaustion of our dogs after their visit all contributed to an unforgettable experience. If you're looking for a safe and exciting place to let your dogs enjoy some off-leash time, I highly recommend considering this spot! Toys, water, treats and well secured fencing! It truly surpassed our expectations, and we'll definitely be returning for more tail-wagging adventures in the future! Thank you Sheila for allowing us to use your space!
How do Manilla's private 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 Manilla dog parks
Are dog parks good for dogs?
It is important for dogs to have off leash exercise to sniff and run. But the free and open nature of public dog parks has drawbacks. There could be aggressive dogs, disease transmission and cleanliness issues. For this reason, many dog behaviorists discourage visiting public dog parks and recommend Sniffspot's private dog parks. Sniffspot private dog parks only allow one guest to book at a time and are not open to the public, which solves many of these issues.
Are 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 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 guests so you can find the perfect place for you and your dog. 96% of reviews on Sniffspot visits in the Manilla area are 5 stars.
How do I know if a dog park works for my dog?
You can filter Sniffspot dog parks by fencing and distractions. If your dog doesn't have good recall, you can visit one of our 156 fully fenced dog parks in the area. If your dog is reactive to other dogs, you can visit one of our 30 off leash areas where there are no dogs audible or visible nearby. You can also filter locations to avoid other domestic animals and people. We also recommend reading reviews and reaching out to the host with any questions.
Sniffspot has 156 fully fenced dog parks in or near Manilla. Browse all fully enclosed options.
Where are good dog hiking trails near Manilla?
The Manilla area has 13 Sniffspot locations with private trails for you and your dog to walk or hike. Dogs can generally be off leash on Sniffspot trails. The most popular trail is Emily's Private Dog Park on highway 507.
Are there dog agility courses for rent in Manilla?
Can I rent a field for my dog to run near Manilla?
There are 36 Sniffspot dog parks that offer fields in or near Manilla where dogs can be off leash. The most popular field is Emily's Private Dog Park on highway 507.