Unleash Your Pup's Joy At Happy Paws, we offer a private, fully fenced dog park where your furry friend can roam, play, and burn off energy without any distractions. Enjoy peace of mind as your pup explores our secure, spacious yard, large enough to train or play fetch. Enjoy the sun, the grass, the space.

Large backyard of a private home on a quiet street. Entirely fenced in, with minimal visibility to neighbors (you may hear them outside though). Yard includes playset with swings and slide, perfect for kiddos, as well as deck where you can sit and relax while your dog burns off some energy! Comfy hammock, chairs with cushions and guest wifi and outlet available. Off-street parking available in driveway.

**Discover Legion Paws Park at 467 Somers Rd, Ellington, CT** Welcome to **Legion Paws Park**, our beautiful dog-friendly retreat nestled on an 8-acre property in Ellington, CT. Formerly an American Legion property, our space now offers almost a half-mile of private trails perfect for on-leash or off-leash walks, winding through serene forested areas and connecting directly to the state trail in Schnipsit State Forest for extended adventures. Our open yard provide plenty of room for fetch and play, while shaded areas keep your dogs cool on warmer days. Hydration station is available behind the house to ensure your pets stay refreshed. We maintain a clean and safe environment for all our visitors. We also have two friendly English Springer Spaniels who will be inside during your visit. You may hear them. Whether your dog loves to run, play, or explore new scents, we have something for everyone. Book your visit today and let your dog experience the joy and freedom of Legion Paws Park

Updated 11/5/2024 Welcome to our SniffSpot! Now that the days are shorter and the weather is cooler we are excited to offer a “Bark After Dark” experience. Our yard will have outdoor lighting for extended playtime after 4:30pm. Book for 30 mins, 60min or longer. In addition to bottled water & treats, we’ll have hand warmers out for the humans 🔥. Add on a hot cocoa extra with whipped cream & stay warm while your pup plays. See you soon! 🐾 Enjoy the safety of a fully fenced in backyard on over 10,000 ft.² of grass! Enjoy use of another .50 acre of flat, open field for long leash training and recall.  Sit in the shaded gazebo while your pup sniffs and runs OR play a fun game of fetch with one of our balls, frisbees or sticks. Either way, your furry friend will leave tired and happy! While you’re here, enjoy a hike in the Shenipsit State Forest just steps away from our property. Hike the Connecticut blue trail and take your pet(s) on a fun adventure. Don't see a time slot you need? Send a request, we are happy to be flexible.

First time guests use code PUPTOPERF for a $10 discount! Returning renters can use code TRAINYERDOG for a discount too 😉 if you plan on renting regularly consider purchasing a Sniffpass! To access the agility field: Please follow the driveway straight back past the detached garage. There is a gravel road to take you back to the sniffspot. Please park along the fence line of the field in the grass- do NOT park on the gravel road! *If you have never taken agility classes or competed in agility before, please message me and we can set up a time for a private lesson to ensure the safety of you and your dog! Puppies under a year should not be jumping too high or too repeatedly, and the larger pieces of equipment are dangerous for a dog to dismount improperly. And please, no humans on the equipment!* If you move or change the heights of any jumps, please put them back how you found them before you leave! Do not move any of the larger pieces of equipment (weave poles, dogwalk, a-frame, or teeter). AKC Regulation a-frame, teeter, dogwalk, and jumps from Max200. MAD Agility channel weaves. Saloon door style tire and tunnels from Clean Run. Please potty your dogs outside of the agility field! Keep your dogs leashed for safety as it is not fully fenced outside of the agility field and keep your eyes peeled for poison ivy! Please stay out of the neighbor’s property and out of the fenced in yard close to the house. It is low tech back there. There is no electricity or running water. Gates are secured with bungees for now until permanent posts & latches are installed. Please bring water, bug spray, sunscreen, proper footwear, etc. I do my best to keep the field as manicured as possible, but it is the out of doors so nothing is ever perfect! The pine trees provide lovely shade, but they do also provide pinecones and twigs. Give the space a once over to ensure there is nothing pokey on you or your dog’s path! Be nice to the neighbors! And have fun!

Bucolic, parklike grounds for a perfect day out with your dog. Play on the expansive lawn, go for a cooling dip in the spring-fed pond, leap over the stone walls, or explore the secluded woodland streams and trails. The location is convenient for day trips, but the scenery feels like you've discovered a perfect piece of New England nature. Don't miss out! Note: pond had been treated with animal safe due dye and may be drunk and swum in safely!

River view sensory park Fully fenced with 5ft chain link, 2 acres on a riverfront property! Plenty of amenities for dogs and their humans to enjoy! 🐾INDOOR play space! (Extra) 🪻Sensory garden for enrichment (Seasonal) 🧱Texture/Sensory path for enrichment (In-Progress) 🐦‍⬛Bird & 🐿️ squirrel feeders for visual enrichment 🦋Butterfly garden for visual enrichment (seasonal) 🌾Open field for running and playing 🎾Toys provided- washed between EVERY use ⛲️Dog water fountain for play and fresh drinking water (seasonal) 💧 Dog pool (extra) 💦Splash Pad (extra) 🐶Fun-gility equipment: A-frame, jumps, tunnel, weave polls 🍴Picnic table with beautiful river view 🪑Bench & patio furniture 🛜WiFi ☀️Gazebo for shade 🏥Canine first aid kit 💩Waste bags provided 🧀Freeze dried pup treats (extra) Things to note: 🚂Train track is present between the property and river, expect to see and hear trains (horn included) 🌳You are welcome to utilize the whole property. Sections of the yard are still being cleared and some sections will remain brush to preserve natural habitats 🌿For your pups safety, do NOT allow them to consume any vegetation 🏈 We are next to a highschool sports field- occasionally noise from practices or games may be present Future Plans: 🐾Walking path 👃🏼Scent wall 🏅Lure course (extra) 🪵Fire pit (extra) 🦴Enrichment stimulates the mind, reduces stress, and assures innate behavioral needs are met (VCA Animal Hospital). 15 minutes of sniffing is equivalent to 1 hour of walking (SPCA). *Adding Extras: If adding extras less than 24 hrs in advance, please message prior to adding to ensure we are available to set up* *Price may increase as we continue to improve yard and amenities IG: RiverView_SniffSpot

Hi Everyone, my name is Wendy ! A great big WELCOME to my sniffspot, so happy to have you here! Please come over and enjoy time with your special pets in my fully fenced, spacious, well kept, quiet and safe backyard. When you book it is just you and your pups, no distractions! (Use the Skip button top right corner if you don’t want to purchase a pass) Relax on the deck while pup sniffs until hearts content. Lots of toys to play with and extra towels, wipes, bubbles and doggie poop bags available just in case. Hose is off for the season so please bring water for your pups. There is a dog dish here if needed. Don’t forget to bring along some treats to try out the tip-a-treat game!! Also a great place to hold a party for your pup or a puppie play date! Feel free to drop any dog baggies in trash bin at side of the house, Thank you so much for checking us out, we hope to see you soon! 😊