55What a delightful spot for dogs and people alike! Open field for zooming and trails in the woods for exploring. Thank you, Barb, for making this available to us! Patricia S.
Patricia S.
April 2023
What a delightful spot for dogs and people alike! Open field for zooming and trails in the woods for exploring. Thank you, Barb, for making this available to us!
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55Well maintained and marked wooded trails. Water provided for dogs and people. Plenty of places to sit and rest in the shade. My dogs always enjoy visiting.Linda J.
Linda J.
August 2022
Well maintained and marked wooded trails. Water provided for dogs and people. Plenty of places to sit and rest in the shade. My dogs always enjoy visiting.
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55This was our third visit and just as wonderful as always! It helped that it was a beautiful, chilly day too. Our dogs had a great romp in the lovely woods and field! Can't wait to come back!Elizabeth W.
Elizabeth W.
November 2023
This was our third visit and just as wonderful as always! It helped that it was a beautiful, chilly day too. Our dogs had a great romp in the lovely woods and field! Can't wait to come back!
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55A beautifully maintained property, so large that our active dog was tired before our time was up from running so hard. Tons of amenities, including two shelters from the elements. Heather H.
Heather H.
November 2023
A beautifully maintained property, so large that our active dog was tired before our time was up from running so hard. Tons of amenities, including two shelters from the elements.
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55This space is amazing! This is the first relaxing walk without a dog that I've had in over a year. 🤣 Now don't get me wrong, Liina was there. I wandered through the forest slowly, maybe 4 laps, while she ran flat out flying over ferns, bounding into ponds, sailing over streams, and running running running. She most definitely had the best day ever!
We'll be making this a regular stop. It's the perfect size for playing, off leash work, and some hide and seek.
A little muddy as expected this time of year. Definitely wear boots if it's been raining. Exceptionally clean and well-maintained grounds and trails.Saara K.
Saara K.
November 2023
This space is amazing! This is the first relaxing walk without a dog that I've had in over a year. 🤣 Now don't get me wrong, Liina was there. I wandered through the forest slowly, maybe 4 laps, while she ran flat out flying over ferns, bounding into ponds, sailing over streams, and running running running. She most definitely had the best day ever!
We'll be making this a regular stop. It's the perfect size for playing, off leash work, and some hide and seek.
A little muddy as expected this time of year. Definitely wear boots if it's been raining. Exceptionally clean and well-maintained grounds and trails.
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55Absolutely unbelievable. Curated trails, huge field, private, and quiet. Our dogs loved the smells and space to run. Every detail is in place. Rough ground, as expected, so wear hiking boots and bring some towels for the dogs (tho there is a hose on site). Kate D.
Kate D.
November 2023
Absolutely unbelievable. Curated trails, huge field, private, and quiet. Our dogs loved the smells and space to run. Every detail is in place. Rough ground, as expected, so wear hiking boots and bring some towels for the dogs (tho there is a hose on site).
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55This was such a great experience! The property is beautiful, and my dogs loved sprinting around the field and exploring the trails. I will most definitely be coming back! Emily M.
Emily M.
December 2023
This was such a great experience! The property is beautiful, and my dogs loved sprinting around the field and exploring the trails. I will most definitely be coming back!
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55So rare to have such a large property that’s fully fenced! It’s really well kept & has lots of thoughtful touches like water stations, dog toys, poop bags, & trash cans. Tessa N.
Tessa N.
November 2023
So rare to have such a large property that’s fully fenced! It’s really well kept & has lots of thoughtful touches like water stations, dog toys, poop bags, & trash cans.
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55Beautifully maintained safe walking paths through the forest with rest spots!!
The Field and Forest are a dog’s paradise.
Amenities are superb!! Outdoor hard topped magnificent pavilions providing cover from rain with picnic table, dog watering bowls, toys, garbage cans for poop bags and more!
The entrance/exit gate is superb! Off street parking!
My 2 pups LOVE it and it is my zen space!! Highly recommend 🐾💕🐾
Kerry D.
Kerry D.
December 2023
Beautifully maintained safe walking paths through the forest with rest spots!!
The Field and Forest are a dog’s paradise.
Amenities are superb!! Outdoor hard topped magnificent pavilions providing cover from rain with picnic table, dog watering bowls, toys, garbage cans for poop bags and more!
The entrance/exit gate is superb! Off street parking!
My 2 pups LOVE it and it is my zen space!! Highly recommend 🐾💕🐾
Peaceful mini-retreat with field & woods | Sniffspot
55My two Cardigan Welsh Corgis and I had a blast during our first visit at this fantastic spot. We made a circuit of the property and the pups were tired after clambering through the woods, splashing through puddles, chasing each other through the field and just generally racing joyfully this way and that. I was glad I wore my muck boots as there were lots of puddles (it’s winter in the PNW, after all) but the pups didn’t care…they loved it all. The property was clean (except for puddles and mud but that’s part of the fun, from the pups’ perspective, at least), very secure, easy to find with convenient parking. The owner met us for an introduction and quick orientation at the gate at our first visit. We’ll definitely be returning.Stephanie H.
Stephanie H.
December 2023
My two Cardigan Welsh Corgis and I had a blast during our first visit at this fantastic spot. We made a circuit of the property and the pups were tired after clambering through the woods, splashing through puddles, chasing each other through the field and just generally racing joyfully this way and that. I was glad I wore my muck boots as there were lots of puddles (it’s winter in the PNW, after all) but the pups didn’t care…they loved it all. The property was clean (except for puddles and mud but that’s part of the fun, from the pups’ perspective, at least), very secure, easy to find with convenient parking. The owner met us for an introduction and quick orientation at the gate at our first visit. We’ll definitely be returning.
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55Barb was so kind & welcoming! My dog loved running on the trails, and the entire property is fenced, so he could be unleashed with no worries whatsoever. We will be back!Diana P.
Diana P.
December 2023
Barb was so kind & welcoming! My dog loved running on the trails, and the entire property is fenced, so he could be unleashed with no worries whatsoever. We will be back!
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55Our absolute favorite spot! There’s a lot of swamp-ish areas, so make sure you wear the right shoes and be prepared for very dirty (but happy) pups!Alyssa A.
Alyssa A.
December 2023
Our absolute favorite spot! There’s a lot of swamp-ish areas, so make sure you wear the right shoes and be prepared for very dirty (but happy) pups!
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55My dog had the absolute time of his life here (and so did we). This is the best Sniffspot. The amenities are fantastic, the yard & trails are well-kept, and it’s completely fenced! This was a great spot for us to work on my dog’s off-leash readiness/recall. We will most definitely be back! Alyssa G.
Alyssa G.
December 2023
My dog had the absolute time of his life here (and so did we). This is the best Sniffspot. The amenities are fantastic, the yard & trails are well-kept, and it’s completely fenced! This was a great spot for us to work on my dog’s off-leash readiness/recall. We will most definitely be back!
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55Very clean, super nice. It was raining, and the ground wasn't too slippery or squishy. Dogs had a blast. Jelan L.
Jelan L.
April 2023
Very clean, super nice. It was raining, and the ground wasn't too slippery or squishy. Dogs had a blast.
How do Richmond'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
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 Richmond 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.