55Very nice Sniffspot! Lots of places for you to sit. It was raining a bit and they had a covered area which was very thoughtful. They provided water and even treats for the dogs. We had lots of fun! Danny D.
Danny D.
March 2023
Very nice Sniffspot! Lots of places for you to sit. It was raining a bit and they had a covered area which was very thoughtful. They provided water and even treats for the dogs. We had lots of fun!
55Super fun yard with tons of space & toys for our pup to run! She loved exploring and sniffing around, and the little painting activity for the humans is so cute - we’ll definitely try to visit again!Deepa N.
Deepa N.
March 2023
Super fun yard with tons of space & toys for our pup to run! She loved exploring and sniffing around, and the little painting activity for the humans is so cute - we’ll definitely try to visit again!
55We loved this sniffspot. It was perfect and they even provided treats for the pups and water for the humans along with a chance to be a little crafty 😊 Thank you for sharing your yard. It was perfect! Jamie C.
Jamie C.
April 2023
We loved this sniffspot. It was perfect and they even provided treats for the pups and water for the humans along with a chance to be a little crafty 😊 Thank you for sharing your yard. It was perfect!
55Easy to find and the yard was as pictured. My dogs had fun poking around. The environment was welcoming and comfortable for both dogs and humans.RaeAnn G.
RaeAnn G.
April 2023
Easy to find and the yard was as pictured. My dogs had fun poking around. The environment was welcoming and comfortable for both dogs and humans.
55We had a fabulous time today at Buddy and Charlie’s yard. The kiddie pool was out, which is Arlo’s favorite! This is a great place to visit, lots of fun for our pups to explore and play.Beverly F.
Beverly F.
April 2023
We had a fabulous time today at Buddy and Charlie’s yard. The kiddie pool was out, which is Arlo’s favorite! This is a great place to visit, lots of fun for our pups to explore and play.
55Buddy and Charlie’s yard is the most incredible place to take your dogs for a safe fun way to let them have some doggy time! Beautiful yard with lots to explore, fun ways to cool down, and even a treat from owner of the yard! I highly recommend 🐾Kim S.
Kim S.
April 2023
Buddy and Charlie’s yard is the most incredible place to take your dogs for a safe fun way to let them have some doggy time! Beautiful yard with lots to explore, fun ways to cool down, and even a treat from owner of the yard! I highly recommend 🐾
55Wonderful! The pups loved this spot, and frankly so did we! The owners have gone above and beyond for what we expect at a Sniff Spot. There was plenty of shaded seating, cold water bottles waiting, and paint supplies to paint your dogs names on a piece of tree trunk which they will hang up!!
Dog treats, balls, pool and water bowels were provided as well.
We very much appreciate the extra amenities provided here and will be back!Jordan J.
Jordan J.
May 2023
Wonderful! The pups loved this spot, and frankly so did we! The owners have gone above and beyond for what we expect at a Sniff Spot. There was plenty of shaded seating, cold water bottles waiting, and paint supplies to paint your dogs names on a piece of tree trunk which they will hang up!!
Dog treats, balls, pool and water bowels were provided as well.
We very much appreciate the extra amenities provided here and will be back!
55We absolutely loved this spot! The pup loved running around and sniffing, there’s plenty of shade and fresh water left out for both the dogs and the humans, and they even left a tree cookie out on the picnic table with paints and other supplies so we could decorate it with Kylo’s name. I thoroughly enjoyed having my own activity while my dog explored, so fun and cute! The neighbors dogs were definitely not very friendly, but thankfully the owners took them in after a minute or so of them barking like mad. There is privacy netting/mesh so my dog couldn’t see the others through the fence which we really appreciated. The hosts went above and beyond, we’ll definitely plan to come back!Lindsey A.
Lindsey A.
May 2023
We absolutely loved this spot! The pup loved running around and sniffing, there’s plenty of shade and fresh water left out for both the dogs and the humans, and they even left a tree cookie out on the picnic table with paints and other supplies so we could decorate it with Kylo’s name. I thoroughly enjoyed having my own activity while my dog explored, so fun and cute! The neighbors dogs were definitely not very friendly, but thankfully the owners took them in after a minute or so of them barking like mad. There is privacy netting/mesh so my dog couldn’t see the others through the fence which we really appreciated. The hosts went above and beyond, we’ll definitely plan to come back!
55This is by far my favorite sniff spot! The hosts were incredibly kind and generous. They left treats for my pups, and water for me. They also left paints and pieces of wood for me to paint on, they then will hang it up on their tree with all the other pet owners. The neighbors on all sides were very quiet. There was no noise that disturbed me or my pups. The yard was secure and I did not have to worry about my dogs going through the fence. We will definitely be coming back!Sabrina K.
Sabrina K.
June 2023
This is by far my favorite sniff spot! The hosts were incredibly kind and generous. They left treats for my pups, and water for me. They also left paints and pieces of wood for me to paint on, they then will hang it up on their tree with all the other pet owners. The neighbors on all sides were very quiet. There was no noise that disturbed me or my pups. The yard was secure and I did not have to worry about my dogs going through the fence. We will definitely be coming back!
55My dogs had a lot of fun here! The only thing is that there were a few spots where my chihuahua could escape. The fencing was secure enough for my two medium dogs thoughMontessa G.
Montessa G.
June 2023
My dogs had a lot of fun here! The only thing is that there were a few spots where my chihuahua could escape. The fencing was secure enough for my two medium dogs though
55Always clean, always prepared, shade and seating available, water and activities for dog and owner, double fenced for controlled entry, and to finish it off, a thank you biscuit for your pup. They have really thought of everything you may need. This place is truly amazing!
Our second time here and they have made some new additions to not only activities for the dogs but also for the pup parents as well. My dogs always love it here, in fact they were getting excited as they were pulling up to the house. I guess the last time we were here it was an impressionable experience and remembered it.Kaylie C.
Kaylie C.
June 2023
Always clean, always prepared, shade and seating available, water and activities for dog and owner, double fenced for controlled entry, and to finish it off, a thank you biscuit for your pup. They have really thought of everything you may need. This place is truly amazing!
Our second time here and they have made some new additions to not only activities for the dogs but also for the pup parents as well. My dogs always love it here, in fact they were getting excited as they were pulling up to the house. I guess the last time we were here it was an impressionable experience and remembered it.
55So adorable!! My dog is fearful/anxious reactive and this was a wonderful spot for him to explore, sniff, and build his confidence in the outsode world. We'll be back to finish our decorated wood chip ☺️Courtney D.
Courtney D.
August 2023
So adorable!! My dog is fearful/anxious reactive and this was a wonderful spot for him to explore, sniff, and build his confidence in the outsode world. We'll be back to finish our decorated wood chip ☺️
55This sniffspot is definetly our new FAV! The yard was super secure and the dogs had such a blast they stayed entertained the whole hour. The fence also has a black tarp up all the way around to keep other dogs in neighbors yards out of sight!!!Sam L.
Sam L.
August 2023
This sniffspot is definetly our new FAV! The yard was super secure and the dogs had such a blast they stayed entertained the whole hour. The fence also has a black tarp up all the way around to keep other dogs in neighbors yards out of sight!!!
55We had a fun afternoon! Bubbles, doggie sprinkler, pirate ship, and tennis balls to chase! Thank you for a great time and so many activities. A new favorite spot!Karen M.
Karen M.
August 2023
We had a fun afternoon! Bubbles, doggie sprinkler, pirate ship, and tennis balls to chase! Thank you for a great time and so many activities. A new favorite spot!
55So cute and homey! Yard had fresh prepared pools and water bowls everywhere!!! Very clean and lots of toys and things to use. Pirate ship play set up was really fun, dogs were perching on it. Wish I had booked longer, definitely coming back :) Casey M.
Casey M.
September 2023
So cute and homey! Yard had fresh prepared pools and water bowls everywhere!!! Very clean and lots of toys and things to use. Pirate ship play set up was really fun, dogs were perching on it. Wish I had booked longer, definitely coming back :)
55We love Buddy & Charlie's place! This was the first sniffspot for Ms. RubyRose a year and a half ago and we still enjoy it today! We lost a ball in the wood pile, but still a wonderful afternoon! Always fun stuff to sniff and maybe one day she will dig in the dirt box instead of my blankets! Thank you so much for sharing your backyard! Gina L.
Gina L.
November 2023
We love Buddy & Charlie's place! This was the first sniffspot for Ms. RubyRose a year and a half ago and we still enjoy it today! We lost a ball in the wood pile, but still a wonderful afternoon! Always fun stuff to sniff and maybe one day she will dig in the dirt box instead of my blankets! Thank you so much for sharing your backyard!
55This spot was awesome! My pup had the best time in the pirate ship and he even found a treat in there. I also loved the arts and crafts for the humans. We will be back so I can redo my art project lol. We can’t wait to come back soon Sarah D.
Sarah D.
November 2023
This spot was awesome! My pup had the best time in the pirate ship and he even found a treat in there. I also loved the arts and crafts for the humans. We will be back so I can redo my art project lol. We can’t wait to come back soon
55The hosts are incredibly accommodating. My dog had a blast! There were plenty of areas of the yard to capture her attention. Admittedly, she had a great time digging in a raised bed full of dirt. She had so much fun doing zoomies. Water was available to her so she could recharge and run around some more. She’s home and already falling asleep. Tracy P.
Tracy P.
December 2023
The hosts are incredibly accommodating. My dog had a blast! There were plenty of areas of the yard to capture her attention. Admittedly, she had a great time digging in a raised bed full of dirt. She had so much fun doing zoomies. Water was available to her so she could recharge and run around some more. She’s home and already falling asleep.
55Needed a private dog park for my dog to meet the dog I was taking in as a foster dog. I'm from Sonoma County, so I wasn't familiar with the area. Buddy and Charlie's yard was close to where the foster dog was located. The wading pool, lots of water including cold water for the 2 legged humans, balls and chew toys, a digging area - WOW - it was wonderful. The picnic table with an umbrella - the humans were able to sit in 96 degrees comfortably to share info on the foster dog. Thank you for sharing Buddy and Charlie's yard as a SniffSpot!! The human who brought the foster was happy and going to share with her local friends. LuLu and Tyson say Thank you!!Lisa L.
Lisa L.
July 2022
Needed a private dog park for my dog to meet the dog I was taking in as a foster dog. I'm from Sonoma County, so I wasn't familiar with the area. Buddy and Charlie's yard was close to where the foster dog was located. The wading pool, lots of water including cold water for the 2 legged humans, balls and chew toys, a digging area - WOW - it was wonderful. The picnic table with an umbrella - the humans were able to sit in 96 degrees comfortably to share info on the foster dog. Thank you for sharing Buddy and Charlie's yard as a SniffSpot!! The human who brought the foster was happy and going to share with her local friends. LuLu and Tyson say Thank you!!
How do North Highlands'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 North Highlands 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. 97% of reviews on Sniffspot visits in the North Highlands 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 163 fully fenced dog parks in the area. If your dog is reactive to other dogs, you can visit one of our 16 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.