55I left a review after our first visit a few months ago but wanted to leave a second one since we use this Sniffspot at least once a week on average. It’s a really great yard for my small dog. We bring our own toys and training tools with us and Niles feels very safe here (his trainer for his reactivity and I call it his “safe space”). We have only ever heard a dog in the neighborhood once (I think it was down the street) and we have never seen any dogs when we come or go. We seem to have no issues finding parking and Christopher and his family are always very kind and polite whenever they are coming or going from their home and see us. It’s been a godsend for my extremely fearful dog condo dwelling dog and it’s been a perfect place for me to film some of our training activities to send to his trainer because he’s not fearful and is able to focus on what we need to work on while in this space. He cannot do that anywhere in my urban neighborhood where we live. I so very much appreciate Christopher and his family allowing people to use their lovely backyard space for their fearful pets.
Shelly A.
Shelly A.
April 2023
I left a review after our first visit a few months ago but wanted to leave a second one since we use this Sniffspot at least once a week on average. It’s a really great yard for my small dog. We bring our own toys and training tools with us and Niles feels very safe here (his trainer for his reactivity and I call it his “safe space”). We have only ever heard a dog in the neighborhood once (I think it was down the street) and we have never seen any dogs when we come or go. We seem to have no issues finding parking and Christopher and his family are always very kind and polite whenever they are coming or going from their home and see us. It’s been a godsend for my extremely fearful dog condo dwelling dog and it’s been a perfect place for me to film some of our training activities to send to his trainer because he’s not fearful and is able to focus on what we need to work on while in this space. He cannot do that anywhere in my urban neighborhood where we live. I so very much appreciate Christopher and his family allowing people to use their lovely backyard space for their fearful pets.
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55The Sniffspot was great! No toys to play with but the owner reminded us before we got there. The area is small but has lots of places to explore and a nice backdrop to take pictures 😋A.P. J.
A.P. J.
April 2023
The Sniffspot was great! No toys to play with but the owner reminded us before we got there. The area is small but has lots of places to explore and a nice backdrop to take pictures 😋
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55Clean yard, easy to access. Bring your own dog bags and toys. Would recommend bringing own dog bowl as well. Turf is on the longer side but not an issue. Good set up to play fetch and let the pups run around. Kaitlin R.
Kaitlin R.
April 2023
Clean yard, easy to access. Bring your own dog bags and toys. Would recommend bringing own dog bowl as well. Turf is on the longer side but not an issue. Good set up to play fetch and let the pups run around.
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55This was our first time trying Sniffspot and we picked a good one! Large yard, completely secure. Our foster dog (who we can’t bring to dog parks) had a great role running around. Julie L.
Julie L.
May 2023
This was our first time trying Sniffspot and we picked a good one! Large yard, completely secure. Our foster dog (who we can’t bring to dog parks) had a great role running around.
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55Space was clean, quiet and easy to locate. There was great shade from the trees. I’m a trainer and was hosting two classes and had plenty of room for the dogs attending. Stephanie S.
Stephanie S.
June 2023
Space was clean, quiet and easy to locate. There was great shade from the trees. I’m a trainer and was hosting two classes and had plenty of room for the dogs attending.
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55Beautiful shaded secure yard! Only issue was some mirrors and items around due to renovations made me a little nervous with my high energy dog. Bianca H.
Bianca H.
August 2023
Beautiful shaded secure yard! Only issue was some mirrors and items around due to renovations made me a little nervous with my high energy dog.
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55Loved this space! Fully shaded, toys and water provided, and the owners are super nice dog people! They made Hoagie feel very welcomed and we will def be backHaillie P.
Haillie P.
August 2023
Loved this space! Fully shaded, toys and water provided, and the owners are super nice dog people! They made Hoagie feel very welcomed and we will def be back
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55We had a small gathering to reunite four puppies rescued from The Animal Pad, and their foster families, and this spot was perfect. It was a great size for all the dogs to play and had the perfect shade for an August afternoon. Everything was clean, enclosed and as expected. Thank you!Sherrie R.
Sherrie R.
August 2023
We had a small gathering to reunite four puppies rescued from The Animal Pad, and their foster families, and this spot was perfect. It was a great size for all the dogs to play and had the perfect shade for an August afternoon. Everything was clean, enclosed and as expected. Thank you!
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55Fantastic spot. Christopher’s place was perfect for our two foster dogs. Thoughtful details everywhere - ice water bowl for the dogs, balls ready for them on the chair, wine bottle opener and Bluetooth speaker out for the humans. We hung out on the couch in the turf area with the dogs instead of the patio. Would love to come back and will recommend
Christopher’s spot to fellow foster parents! Ali P.
Ali P.
August 2023
Fantastic spot. Christopher’s place was perfect for our two foster dogs. Thoughtful details everywhere - ice water bowl for the dogs, balls ready for them on the chair, wine bottle opener and Bluetooth speaker out for the humans. We hung out on the couch in the turf area with the dogs instead of the patio. Would love to come back and will recommend
Christopher’s spot to fellow foster parents!
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55Very clean, safe and secure. My dogs had a BLAST. Lots of shade even on a hot day. Highly recommend this spot. I’ll definitely be booking again in the future.Alicia D.
Alicia D.
September 2023
Very clean, safe and secure. My dogs had a BLAST. Lots of shade even on a hot day. Highly recommend this spot. I’ll definitely be booking again in the future.
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55We continue to enjoy taking our dog here to play in the yard without the risk of running into other dogs. It is a great spot for our reactive pup!Shelly A.
Shelly A.
January 2024
We continue to enjoy taking our dog here to play in the yard without the risk of running into other dogs. It is a great spot for our reactive pup!
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55The spot is easy to find, private, clean, and big enough for my large energetic dog to get his energy out! The host was responsive and willing to work with my reactive dogs needs. Thank you Chris!Brandon H.
Brandon H.
January 2024
The spot is easy to find, private, clean, and big enough for my large energetic dog to get his energy out! The host was responsive and willing to work with my reactive dogs needs. Thank you Chris!
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55The spot was great. It was clean, easy to find and access the spot. There were toys and a water bowl with was nice and plenty of shade if needed. Anita N.
Anita N.
April 2024
The spot was great. It was clean, easy to find and access the spot. There were toys and a water bowl with was nice and plenty of shade if needed.
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55Nice, clean, shaded spot to play! Although I wish there were toys to play with. Maybe we didn’t see them though! Angela D.
Angela D.
October 2024
Nice, clean, shaded spot to play! Although I wish there were toys to play with. Maybe we didn’t see them though!
How do Santee's private small 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 Santee small dog parks
Are small 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 are 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 park users so you can find the perfect place for you and your dog. 93% of reviews on Sniffspot visits are 5 stars.
How can I find small dog parks in Santee?
There are 92 small dog parks in the Santee area. The most popular small dog park is . You can browse all of our small dog parks here.
How do I know if a small dog park works for my dog?
Start by applying basic filters, such as fencing and distractions, to find a dog park that works for your furry friends. If your dog doesn't respond to owner commands, you can visit one of our enclosed dog park areas. If your dog is reactive to other dogs, you can visit one of our small dog park sites where there are no dogs audible or visible nearby. You can see any park amenities provided, including a park bench, water for dogs or water features such as kiddie pool or water hose. If your dog loves water, you can go to a park with water features, but if they don't love water, you can avoid them. We also recommend reading reviews to check for park maintenance issues and reaching out to the host with any questions. And lastly, of course, check park hours. Many of our parks are open from dawn until dusk.
What are the requirements to bring my dog to a Sniffspot park?
We require that all dogs have basic vaccinations or equivalent titers. We do not allow dogs with a bite history. We require that owners sign our waiver and agree to follow our safety rules. We also require that pet owners follow safety protocols around water features.
Will there be other dogs at the Sniffspot park at the same time as me?
Sniffspot only allows one booking at a time and any host dogs are required to be kept away from the spot during visits. We also enforce 30 min time buffers between bookings.
If you are planning an amazing small dog park party, each Sniffspot park has their own rules regarding special events. Many parks allow doggie birthday parties, training, water parties and other event types. Event organizers need to be responsible for their guests and event organizers should coordinate with the host regarding their fun party. Make sure the park has amenities you need for your party, such as a park with lots of picnic tables with park benches.
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