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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55My pups and I come once a week to this amazing slice of paradise. I'm not sure if it's more beneficial for the pups or for me! The property is safe and very clean, we look forward to our visits!Christina F.
Christina F.
October 2023
My pups and I come once a week to this amazing slice of paradise. I'm not sure if it's more beneficial for the pups or for me! The property is safe and very clean, we look forward to our visits!
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55Barb and John’s place is absolutely BEAUTIFUL! Ducky, Cooper and I had a wonderful time. The field is beautifully manicured, it was very safe, and it was fun. We’ll definitely be back :) Emily H.
Emily H.
August 2023
Barb and John’s place is absolutely BEAUTIFUL! Ducky, Cooper and I had a wonderful time. The field is beautifully manicured, it was very safe, and it was fun. We’ll definitely be back :)
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55Barb is a wonderful host and very generous to offer such a great place for the dogs to run. As an owner of two sight hounds, I really appreciate the stability and height of the fencing. I drove up from Whidbey Island and will make the drive again just for this SniffSpot. Natalie J.
Natalie J.
September 2023
Barb is a wonderful host and very generous to offer such a great place for the dogs to run. As an owner of two sight hounds, I really appreciate the stability and height of the fencing. I drove up from Whidbey Island and will make the drive again just for this SniffSpot.
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55Wonderful property… plenty of trails in the forest which my dogs loved. Spacious wide open meadow. Barb has put out toys and fresh cold water and benches… truly a private dog park paradise. We can’t wait to visit again!Lauren T.
Lauren T.
September 2023
Wonderful property… plenty of trails in the forest which my dogs loved. Spacious wide open meadow. Barb has put out toys and fresh cold water and benches… truly a private dog park paradise. We can’t wait to visit again!
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55This was my very first Sniffspot and it did not disappoint. It was absolutely pouring rain when we arrived and some of us were very ill prepared in the clothing department (including myself). Barb was kind enough to lend us some umbrellas and jackets which certainly helped make the experience more a comfortable and enjoyable for us. As for the space, there is sooooo much room for roaming and activities. I loved that the space has both a wide open hay field and private woods/trails. There’s even a covered area if you want to have a picnic or get out of the sun (or rain). And throughout the trails there are benches and stumps to sit on if you just want to let your dog(s) roam around on their own. I’m already going back for another round and bringing more doggos and family to share in the fun. Thank you Barb for such a wonderful experience. It was truly wonderful to be able to let my sweet Jeffrey truly be a dog 🐾 Regina B.
Regina B.
July 2023
This was my very first Sniffspot and it did not disappoint. It was absolutely pouring rain when we arrived and some of us were very ill prepared in the clothing department (including myself). Barb was kind enough to lend us some umbrellas and jackets which certainly helped make the experience more a comfortable and enjoyable for us. As for the space, there is sooooo much room for roaming and activities. I loved that the space has both a wide open hay field and private woods/trails. There’s even a covered area if you want to have a picnic or get out of the sun (or rain). And throughout the trails there are benches and stumps to sit on if you just want to let your dog(s) roam around on their own. I’m already going back for another round and bringing more doggos and family to share in the fun. Thank you Barb for such a wonderful experience. It was truly wonderful to be able to let my sweet Jeffrey truly be a dog 🐾
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55What a wonderful spot. We booked 2 hours here and our Rosie loved every minute. I was nervous about the fence or running into other dogs, but it was totally secure. We'll definitely be back.Jenny S.
Jenny S.
July 2023
What a wonderful spot. We booked 2 hours here and our Rosie loved every minute. I was nervous about the fence or running into other dogs, but it was totally secure. We'll definitely be back.
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55Wow, such a wonderful visit to Barb's farm and sniffspot. Brody was in heaven flying around the trails in the woods, so much to sniff, and loved roaming through the fields. He will sleep so soundly today! And we will be back-just loved it!Laurie R.
Laurie R.
July 2023
Wow, such a wonderful visit to Barb's farm and sniffspot. Brody was in heaven flying around the trails in the woods, so much to sniff, and loved roaming through the fields. He will sleep so soundly today! And we will be back-just loved it!
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55We’ve loved visiting this wonderful place for years! It’s always beautiful with new adventures every time. The trees are magnificent, and we so appreciate the shade. Looking forward to the next time!Kristen F.
Kristen F.
July 2023
We’ve loved visiting this wonderful place for years! It’s always beautiful with new adventures every time. The trees are magnificent, and we so appreciate the shade. Looking forward to the next time!
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55Above and beyond! This is an incredible space and our Labrador had so much fun. Barb’s attention to detail with water stations, toy stations, and waste stations made this a fun and comfortable visit for dogs and humans alike! We live nearby and will definitely be visiting again soon. Christy B.
Christy B.
July 2023
Above and beyond! This is an incredible space and our Labrador had so much fun. Barb’s attention to detail with water stations, toy stations, and waste stations made this a fun and comfortable visit for dogs and humans alike! We live nearby and will definitely be visiting again soon.
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55Barbs place was AMAZING! She was so welcoming and outlined everything well. My boys had the most amazing time and didn’t want to leave when it was time to go.
We can’t wait to go back! Amanda G.
Amanda G.
August 2023
Barbs place was AMAZING! She was so welcoming and outlined everything well. My boys had the most amazing time and didn’t want to leave when it was time to go.
We can’t wait to go back!
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55First time here and absolutely in love! A huge field for fetch and running plus a maze of trails to adventure on. This Sniffspot was excellent enrichment for my pup. Barb is a wonderful and accommodating host. Bobbie B.
Bobbie B.
August 2023
First time here and absolutely in love! A huge field for fetch and running plus a maze of trails to adventure on. This Sniffspot was excellent enrichment for my pup. Barb is a wonderful and accommodating host.
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55This Sniffspot is simply the best! Acres of beautiful woods with lots of shade and well marked trails, water for your dogs, benches to sit and enjoy the view…and acres of open sunny field for playing, along with balls, frisbees, and chuckits! Picnic table near the entrance, covered with a great canopy to keep it in the shade, in case you want to have lunch while you’re there. And a portapotty near the entrance for us humans. This Sniffspot is my dog’s favorite place to visit!Lynn G.
Lynn G.
August 2023
This Sniffspot is simply the best! Acres of beautiful woods with lots of shade and well marked trails, water for your dogs, benches to sit and enjoy the view…and acres of open sunny field for playing, along with balls, frisbees, and chuckits! Picnic table near the entrance, covered with a great canopy to keep it in the shade, in case you want to have lunch while you’re there. And a portapotty near the entrance for us humans. This Sniffspot is my dog’s favorite place to visit!
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55Not only does Barbara provide tons of space for dogs to explore freely and safely she provides toys, water, seating areas and shade. We will be back Raquel E.
Raquel E.
August 2023
Not only does Barbara provide tons of space for dogs to explore freely and safely she provides toys, water, seating areas and shade. We will be back
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55Great spot! Always so well maintained, and love that there is a little pool for the dogs to cool off in this heat! Amanda W.
Amanda W.
August 2023
Great spot! Always so well maintained, and love that there is a little pool for the dogs to cool off in this heat!
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.