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Randpark RidgeGauteng2169
4.926
55My brother’s dog, Tale, is visiting for the week. He loves the park too and especially the doggy parkour! 🐕😍
55Love the new colours really stunning
55My pups and I absolutely love this spot! As they are very high-energy dogs, Barks and Rec provides them a safe space to run around and have a jol as well as give me peace of mind as my pups are safe off-leash and their physical and mental needs are met. Well done Barks and Rec!
55Nice big yard for furbabies to run and explore with a couple of obstacle equipment to keep them entertained..at Randpark ridge Roodepoort...not so ideal for very small dog as it can escape through the palisade fence...my furbabies loved every minute
55Awesome
55Such a great spot to let your doggy run his heart out and sniff to his hearts content. This is both my doggie's happy place.
55Great offleash area for private use... shade and well thought out facilities. Our doggos had a great time. We will be back!
55My dogs loved it
55I just LOVE this park! Laura goes through so much trouble setting up such a lovely, safe and fun area for our fur babies and it is clear that she shares in our love for Animals. Our babies just HAVE to visit the park every week, and each visit is done with the same excitement level as thr first time! I couldn't be happier to have found Laura and this lovely park!
55My dogs love this spot and so close to home. Lovely big space to run around in. They have fun jumping up on all the ramps for treats and finding snacks in the ball pond. They have made a real effort to make it fun, interactive and comfortable for both the dogs and owners.
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Barks and Recreation

Randpark Ridge, Gauteng
Fully Fenced
2.2 acres
4.926 reviews
Top spot
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Hosted by Laura H.

Barks and Recreation

Randpark Ridge, Gauteng
Host avatar
Hosted by Laura H.
4.926 reviews
Top spot
Fully Fenced
2.2 acres
Barks and Recreation - Randpark Ridge, Gauteng
Barks and Recreation - Randpark Ridge, Gauteng
Barks and Recreation - Randpark Ridge, Gauteng

Fencing

Enclosure

Fully Fenced

Fencing height (at lowest point)

5 ft

100% of guests said fencing at this spot was secure enough to contain their dogs

Gaps or holes in fence: Gaps

Fencing details: The park is fully fenced with palisade fencing. Please note that small dogs may be able to squeeze through the gaps in the fence.


Designed for private play
Only the people and dogs in your booking are allowed in the spot during your visit.

Distractions seen/heard from the spot

Other dogsNo

Other dogs

No

N/a

GUEST FEEDBACK

0% of guests saw/heard

Designed for private play
Only the people and dogs in your booking are allowed in the spot during your visit.

Other domestic animalsSometimes

Other domestic animals

Sometimes

Feral rabbits and chickens live in the area and can sometimes be seen through the fencing. On the rare occasion they enter the property.

GUEST FEEDBACK

33% of guests saw/heard

Designed for private play
Only the people and dogs in your booking are allowed in the spot during your visit.

Other peopleSometimes

Other people

Sometimes

We are directly opposite a school and a church, so school children and church goers are sometimes visible and audible.

GUEST FEEDBACK

85% of guests saw/heard

Designed for private play
Only the people and dogs in your booking are allowed in the spot during your visit.

Private entryYes

Private entry

Yes (Always)

A gate code will be shared with you upon booking. Please lock the gate behind you again when you leave.

Designed for private play
Only the people and dogs in your booking are allowed in the spot during your visit.

Amenities

Parkour obstacles

Field

Chairs

Dog toys

Woods

Trash can


Pricing
$4 per dog per hour

50% off all dogs after the 1st dog

Sniffpass holders get discounts on all bookings at all spots by buying monthly credits!

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Location

Randpark Ridge, Gauteng

Description

IMPORTANT: all prices listed are in USD and guests will be charged in USD Barks and Recreation is a private-use dog park which donates all proceeds to charity (Thandanani Children's Home, Kingsway School and Randburg SPCA). The park was designed by a behaviourist and features a variety of enrichment and play equipment, as well as plenty of space to run and play. Opening hours: Summer: 6am - 6pm Winter: 7am - 5pm Important to note: 1. The park is fenced with palisade fencing, so small dogs may need to be kept on leash. 2. Feral rabbits and chickens sometimes pass through the park - please be aware of this if your dog has a high prey drive. 3. Please bring fresh water with for your dogs NOTE FOR BOOKING: We charge per hour, NOT per dog. SniffSpot only allows us to show our pricing per dog, not per hour. Please only book and pay for one dog, even if you visit with multiple. PLEASE ONLY VISIT OUR PARK WITH HEALTHY, FULLY VACCINATED DOGS!

Cleanliness

93% of guests said this spot was as clean as expected during their visit.

Host Rules

Minimum visit length
1.0 hour
Required advanced notice for visits
12 hours
Max dogs per booking
8
Is the host present?
I generally do not meet my guests
Additional rules

1. Please park inside Barks and Recreation and securely latch the gate behind you before allowing your dog/s out of your vehicle. 2. It is advisable to do a quick check of the fence line before allowing your dog out of your vehicle or off leash. 3. Please bring fresh water for your dog (a bowl is provided). 4. Please note that our property is bordered by public roads on all sides. As such, we may experience litter being thrown/blowing through the fence. It is your responsibility to check for litter and ensure your dog does not come to any harm as a result of any litter. 5. Our property is fenced with palisade fencing. Please do not allow your dogs off leash if they are small enough to fit through a palisade fence. 6. Please clean up after your dog. Please bring poop bags with you for this purpose. A dustbin is provided for you to dispose of used poop bags. 7. Please do not leave any dog treats (or human food) behind. We may have dogs with dietary restrictions using our park and we would like to ensure we provide a safe space for them. 8. Please ensure that you vacate the Barks and Recreation property timeously at the end of your booked slot to allow the next user access. 9. Please be considerate of the school and church with which we share a property. Please avoid making excessive noise during school hours and Sunday services. Please be aware that children may be crossing the road and that the access road may be busy with school transport vehicles at school start and end times. 10. Please use your discretion when allowing your dog to play on obstacles and equipment in the park. Please do not allow children to play on the equipment.


Community safety rules
Dogs must be leashed when entering and exiting the spot.
Make sure the area is safe and secure before bringing your dog in.
Never enter a spot before your booking start time and never leave late.
Pick up after your dogs. Leave the spot as it was when you arrived.
Always review and abide by spot specific rules.
Unless otherwise stated, restrooms are not available on site.

Booking Policies

Community safety rules
Dogs must be leashed when entering and exiting the spot.
Make sure the area is safe and secure before bringing your dog in.
Never enter a spot before your booking start time and never leave late.
Pick up after your dogs. Leave the spot as it was when you arrived.
Always review and abide by spot specific rules.
Unless otherwise stated, restrooms are not available on site.

In addition, please make sure to read Sniffspot's booking policies


Booking Policies
Only one booking is allowed at a time at any spot and there is an enforced 30 min buffer between all bookings to ensure dogs in separate bookings do not meet.
This spot is set for Booking, which means you will be instantly confirmed for any booking you request. You will receive the address and access instruction immediately following booking.
Visits can be moved or cancelled up to 2 hours before a visit.
Visits can be extended and dogs can be added throughout the visit.

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This spot consistently provides amazing experiences to guests

4.9 (26 Reviews)

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Meet your host

Laura H.

Joined in August 2024

Hi, I'm Laura - the behaviourist behind Barks and Recreation private charity dog park. My speciality is reactive dogs, and I'm so pleased to be able to offer this safe space to reactive an non-reactive dogs alike!

Barks and Recreation

$4 per dog per hour
4.9
(26)
$4 per dog per hour

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$4 per dog per hour
4.9
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Top spot!

This spot consistently provides amazing experiences to guests