55Thank you for sharing your beautiful space. With having a reactive dog this was a wonderful safe place to be able to use. We had a lovely time and look forward to visiting again. Many thanks again ShawnaAlison L.
Alison L.
August 2023
Thank you for sharing your beautiful space. With having a reactive dog this was a wonderful safe place to be able to use. We had a lovely time and look forward to visiting again. Many thanks again Shawna
55Jasper and I had a lovely time at Freedom Farm. Really enjoyed the trails..provided some nice shade even in midday. Thank you Shawna for sharing your lovely property. Nancy M.
Nancy M.
August 2023
Jasper and I had a lovely time at Freedom Farm. Really enjoyed the trails..provided some nice shade even in midday. Thank you Shawna for sharing your lovely property.
55We were in the area so thought we would check this place out. Sweet little spot, we scouted out the whole place including the field, little paths and muddy creek. My dog had a great little on-leash sniffari and areas to avoid were clearly marked. The only challenge for us was the squirrels on the way up to/back from the field - if your dog has prey drive you might want to allow extra time 😂 #thattimeofyearRachael W.
Rachael W.
September 2023
We were in the area so thought we would check this place out. Sweet little spot, we scouted out the whole place including the field, little paths and muddy creek. My dog had a great little on-leash sniffari and areas to avoid were clearly marked. The only challenge for us was the squirrels on the way up to/back from the field - if your dog has prey drive you might want to allow extra time 😂 #thattimeofyear
55Toby and I had a great time at Freedom Farm! I msged my cell number to Shawna after I booked and she shared some super helpful videos and a map of her property. The space was very clean and well maintained. Toby had a great time exploring the trails and sniffing around! Clare L.
Clare L.
September 2023
Toby and I had a great time at Freedom Farm! I msged my cell number to Shawna after I booked and she shared some super helpful videos and a map of her property. The space was very clean and well maintained. Toby had a great time exploring the trails and sniffing around!
55My pup and I had a wonderful hour at Freedom Farm! The property is not fenced and my dog is reactive & doesn’t have a solid recall (especially when triggered). But this wasn’t a deal-breaker for me. The size of the property and an acreage/natural setting is more important to me. I have a 20-ft long line for my dog and the fact that I have exclusive use of 3 acres without concern of being approached by uninvited off-leash dogs was fantastic and made for a stress-free outing! My dog loves to sniff and this property is perfect to stimulate her senses given its natural landscape. The leaves are starting to fall which made for some beautiful tours through the trails. I had the opportunity to meet Shawna as well and she was such a lovely and professional host!Laura G.
Laura G.
September 2023
My pup and I had a wonderful hour at Freedom Farm! The property is not fenced and my dog is reactive & doesn’t have a solid recall (especially when triggered). But this wasn’t a deal-breaker for me. The size of the property and an acreage/natural setting is more important to me. I have a 20-ft long line for my dog and the fact that I have exclusive use of 3 acres without concern of being approached by uninvited off-leash dogs was fantastic and made for a stress-free outing! My dog loves to sniff and this property is perfect to stimulate her senses given its natural landscape. The leaves are starting to fall which made for some beautiful tours through the trails. I had the opportunity to meet Shawna as well and she was such a lovely and professional host!
55Fabulous! Lovely clean and well-cared for spot. Big space to run around with lots of shade trees and corners to explore, little creek/muddy feet :-) Network of short, pretty trails. Wonderful, helpful host. Not fully fenced but a sense of natural boundaries so we were totally relaxed with our group (none are "runners"). Will definitely visit again!Amanda G.
Amanda G.
October 2023
Fabulous! Lovely clean and well-cared for spot. Big space to run around with lots of shade trees and corners to explore, little creek/muddy feet :-) Network of short, pretty trails. Wonderful, helpful host. Not fully fenced but a sense of natural boundaries so we were totally relaxed with our group (none are "runners"). Will definitely visit again!
55We returned to Freedom Farms this morning, and it was wonderful. The area is beautiful with cleared trails, wandering creek, gently rolling open spaces- and no noise - such a zen space. We recalled this morning why we love it so much. Our three dogs had the time of their life! Will be booking more this Fall! Marika S.
Marika S.
October 2023
We returned to Freedom Farms this morning, and it was wonderful. The area is beautiful with cleared trails, wandering creek, gently rolling open spaces- and no noise - such a zen space. We recalled this morning why we love it so much. Our three dogs had the time of their life! Will be booking more this Fall!
55We had a fantastic time! Sparrow loved all the trails, going in the mud, and chasing her ball in the off leash area! The freedom was great and we’ll definitely be back.
Amy O.
Amy O.
October 2023
We had a fantastic time! Sparrow loved all the trails, going in the mud, and chasing her ball in the off leash area! The freedom was great and we’ll definitely be back.
55Loved the first visit! Ground was fairly even ground surface and was on a small hill. Scenic space, quiet👍❤️. Even though their was no fence, my (terrible recall🙄) dog managed to keep to the grassy field part😁. Will definitely come back🐕❤️. Had fresh towels for us to use. We were so glad because we found the mud.Shawna S.
Shawna S.
October 2023
Loved the first visit! Ground was fairly even ground surface and was on a small hill. Scenic space, quiet👍❤️. Even though their was no fence, my (terrible recall🙄) dog managed to keep to the grassy field part😁. Will definitely come back🐕❤️. Had fresh towels for us to use. We were so glad because we found the mud.
55Magic!! Freedom farm was lovely with the crunching leaves and sweet little whimsical touches through the trails. My dog had a great time running, sniffing and exploring our way around the space. Thank you Shawna!! Melanie S.
Melanie S.
November 2023
Magic!! Freedom farm was lovely with the crunching leaves and sweet little whimsical touches through the trails. My dog had a great time running, sniffing and exploring our way around the space. Thank you Shawna!!
55Ahh how perfect was this! It was a great amount of space for the dog to run around in. There must have had some amazing smells because he was moving slow and sniffing LOTS on the way in. After he got lots of sniffing in, he happily bounded along the many little trails. Thanks for a great space!Brittany T.
Brittany T.
November 2023
Ahh how perfect was this! It was a great amount of space for the dog to run around in. There must have had some amazing smells because he was moving slow and sniffing LOTS on the way in. After he got lots of sniffing in, he happily bounded along the many little trails. Thanks for a great space!
55Jasper and I had a lovely time. He was in his glory with all the forest scents..sniffari, and nobody to bother him. And we even got some sunshine. Nancy M.
Nancy M.
November 2023
Jasper and I had a lovely time. He was in his glory with all the forest scents..sniffari, and nobody to bother him. And we even got some sunshine.
55What a great day! The pups enjoyed their sniffs and wrestles. The trails were cute, and we loved the detail of adding old toys and decor to mark the trails so we knew where we had been before. The field was a perfect size to throw a ball for a game of chase. Shawna was very responsive, and did a great job ensuring we knew where to go when we entered and were on the spot. We will be back!Sheryl H.
Sheryl H.
November 2023
What a great day! The pups enjoyed their sniffs and wrestles. The trails were cute, and we loved the detail of adding old toys and decor to mark the trails so we knew where we had been before. The field was a perfect size to throw a ball for a game of chase. Shawna was very responsive, and did a great job ensuring we knew where to go when we entered and were on the spot. We will be back!
55Beautiful lovely space! Loved walking through the paths that were clearly marked. Recommend wearing waterproof shoes as it is rainy season. We’re looking forward to coming back!Clara S.
Clara S.
December 2023
Beautiful lovely space! Loved walking through the paths that were clearly marked. Recommend wearing waterproof shoes as it is rainy season. We’re looking forward to coming back!
How do North Vancouver's private dog fields work?
Private rentals by the hour
Our hosts are locals that are renting their yards and private land to dog owners
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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
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FAQ about our North Vancouver dog fields
Are dog fields safe?
If you are looking for an adventure, but also looking for safety, Sniffspot dog fields are a great option. While public dog parks have a number of safety issues, such as aggressive dogs, distracted dog owners, disease transmission and general cleanliness, Sniffspot dog parks are much safer than public dog parks. With Sniffspot all bookings are private space for just you and doggy friends you bring with you and we require all dogs to be vaccinated (or have equivalent titers). Especially for training, privacy is ideal. Contrary to public dog parks, all Sniffspot locations are vetted and reviewed by guests so you can find the perfect place for you and your dog for off leash exercise or outdoor training. 93% of reviews on Sniffspot visits are 5 stars, while public dog parks often do not even have verified reviews. All payment is done securely online by credit card in a few simple clicks.
All park rental information is available online. Start by filtering parks by fencing, size and distractions, to find a private spot that works for your dog. If your dog has poor recall, you can visit one of our secure fields. If your dog is reactive to other dogs, you can visit one of our dog fields where there are no dogs audible or visible nearby. You can review the details of the listing to make sure it works as your desired activity space, for example, safe dog exercise, dog training, a stress-free adventure with your furry friend or even a puppy event. You can even check the park amenities chart for amenities such as indoor training facilities, agility field, synthetic turf, exercise balls or field parking availability in advance. If inclement weather is an issue or poor field conditions, you can reschedule your visit up to 2 hours in advance.
What are the requirements to bring my dog to a Sniffspot dog field?
We require that all four-legged friends have basic vaccinations or equivalent titers. We do not allow dogs with a bite history. We require that guests sign our waiver and agree to follow our safety rules. Make sure to check host rules before visiting to ensure, for instance, that you are following allowable sports activities rules and any special events rules.
Will there be other dogs at the Sniffspot field at the same time as me?
No. Facility rentals are for private play time and any host dogs are required to be kept away from the area during visits, so this is perfect for a private adventure for you and your doggie friends, and perhaps a human friend. Hosts understand that many guests have dogs in training and are nervous owners. So when you book a Sniffspot dog field you have the entire private spot to yourself. We also enforce 30 min time buffers between time slots so you will not run into other guest dogs or a previous person when coming or leaving in the field parking area. Some hosts may have multiple fields, but there is always a buffer between fields.