55Fantastic garden oasis in the Oakland hills. Our reactive dog had a great time exploring and sniffing all the new smells, and plotting ways to get to the squirrels on the other side of the fence :) impossible, not to worry. We loved it, hope to return soon.evi s.
evi s.
June 2025
Fantastic garden oasis in the Oakland hills. Our reactive dog had a great time exploring and sniffing all the new smells, and plotting ways to get to the squirrels on the other side of the fence :) impossible, not to worry. We loved it, hope to return soon.
Oakland Oasis with Fully Fenced Amazing Yard! | Sniffspot
55Such a lovely Sniffspot! The backyard isn't huge but perfectly secure, with plenty of room for my dog to run and play. There’s lots of shade to keep things cool, and the seating area is super cute and comfy, perfect for relaxing while my pup explored. Peaceful, private, and very well set up, we’ll definitely be back!YOSR B.
YOSR B.
May 2025
Such a lovely Sniffspot! The backyard isn't huge but perfectly secure, with plenty of room for my dog to run and play. There’s lots of shade to keep things cool, and the seating area is super cute and comfy, perfect for relaxing while my pup explored. Peaceful, private, and very well set up, we’ll definitely be back!
Oakland Oasis with Fully Fenced Amazing Yard! | Sniffspot
55Great, large fenced space! The owner was very helpful with instructions sent in advance. As others have mentioned, to enter you go down a hallway with stairs. One thing to note is if your dog runs back that way, they aren't visible from the main yard. We left a little early because a car backfired in the distance and scared my very noise sensitive dog, but that was just bad luck. Jenna R.
Jenna R.
May 2025
Great, large fenced space! The owner was very helpful with instructions sent in advance. As others have mentioned, to enter you go down a hallway with stairs. One thing to note is if your dog runs back that way, they aren't visible from the main yard. We left a little early because a car backfired in the distance and scared my very noise sensitive dog, but that was just bad luck.
Cory's Fully Fenced Yard For Dogs To Rent In Oakland | Sniffspot
55Beautiful yard with so much space for dogs to play. No other animals within seeing or hearing distance when I was there. My dog had so much fun and enjoyed running and relaxing in the shade too. Ella C.
Ella C.
May 2025
Beautiful yard with so much space for dogs to play. No other animals within seeing or hearing distance when I was there. My dog had so much fun and enjoyed running and relaxing in the shade too.
55Our dog enjoyed sniffing all over the grounds. A lot of plants and shade for her to romp around in. We could hear the neighbors and chickens next door but our dog never saw them so she was fine. Plenty of water and toys though the landscaping wasn't ideal for fetch or running full speed. Overall we had a good time and our dog came back and had a nice long nap.Gun C.
Gun C.
May 2025
Our dog enjoyed sniffing all over the grounds. A lot of plants and shade for her to romp around in. We could hear the neighbors and chickens next door but our dog never saw them so she was fine. Plenty of water and toys though the landscaping wasn't ideal for fetch or running full speed. Overall we had a good time and our dog came back and had a nice long nap.
Cory's Fully Fenced Yard For Dogs To Rent In Oakland | Sniffspot
55Huge backyard, lots of free roaming space and my dogs were so tired after the play session.
Unfortunately, foxtails are native here so it’ll be hard to avoid. My recommendation to others is to always check your dog’s paws. Annmarie C.
Annmarie C.
May 2025
Huge backyard, lots of free roaming space and my dogs were so tired after the play session.
Unfortunately, foxtails are native here so it’ll be hard to avoid. My recommendation to others is to always check your dog’s paws.
Cory's Fully Fenced Yard For Dogs To Rent In Oakland | Sniffspot
55Quite a few steps down but the running up and down hill really tired out Ranger! Lots of beautiful flowers to see and smell! There were even orange and lemon trees.Charity V.
Charity V.
May 2025
Quite a few steps down but the running up and down hill really tired out Ranger! Lots of beautiful flowers to see and smell! There were even orange and lemon trees.
55Some of the wood fence is missing. Looks like it's in the process of being replaced. There is temporary vinyl fencing there. Just be aware if you have a dog that might bolt. Terri N.
Terri N.
April 2025
Some of the wood fence is missing. Looks like it's in the process of being replaced. There is temporary vinyl fencing there. Just be aware if you have a dog that might bolt.
Oakland Oasis with Fully Fenced Amazing Yard! | Sniffspot
55First sniff spot experience = THE BEST! All three pups loved exploring & sniffing, & I appreciated the seating area as a vantage point! The garden offers a gem of a getaway in the midst of an urban environment. We felt safe and surrounded by peace + privacy!
For other newbies: it’s definitely the horizontal fence that lets you know you’re in the right spot - no house number visible from the street, & the little combo lock is also discreet til you’re standing on the sidewalk. Connie B.
Connie B.
April 2025
First sniff spot experience = THE BEST! All three pups loved exploring & sniffing, & I appreciated the seating area as a vantage point! The garden offers a gem of a getaway in the midst of an urban environment. We felt safe and surrounded by peace + privacy!
For other newbies: it’s definitely the horizontal fence that lets you know you’re in the right spot - no house number visible from the street, & the little combo lock is also discreet til you’re standing on the sidewalk.
Cory's Fully Fenced Yard For Dogs To Rent In Oakland | Sniffspot
55First Sniffspot I’ve ever been to. Space is great for sniffing and exploring. My doggie had a great time. She was knocked out by the time we got home. Just make sure you close the little black door at the top of the stairs when you enter. Keep an eye out for the security door. It’s easy to miss it if you don’t look for it. Had a blast! Izzy A.
Izzy A.
April 2025
First Sniffspot I’ve ever been to. Space is great for sniffing and exploring. My doggie had a great time. She was knocked out by the time we got home. Just make sure you close the little black door at the top of the stairs when you enter. Keep an eye out for the security door. It’s easy to miss it if you don’t look for it. Had a blast!
Cory's Fully Fenced Yard For Dogs To Rent In Oakland | Sniffspot
55Biggest sniffspot in Oakland I think - TONS of room for pups to run. My dogs had a great time! A few foxtail patches but we were able to avoid them fairly easily. Be aware of loose rocks. Becka R.
Becka R.
April 2025
Biggest sniffspot in Oakland I think - TONS of room for pups to run. My dogs had a great time! A few foxtail patches but we were able to avoid them fairly easily. Be aware of loose rocks.
Cory's Fully Fenced Yard For Dogs To Rent In Oakland | Sniffspot
55Great host! Amazing spot! The space is clear of dangerous debris and there is a new cover shade so the sun won’t beam on ya during the day. Thanks!Angel Q.
Angel Q.
April 2025
Great host! Amazing spot! The space is clear of dangerous debris and there is a new cover shade so the sun won’t beam on ya during the day. Thanks!
Cory's Fully Fenced Yard For Dogs To Rent In Oakland | Sniffspot
55My Great Pyrenees loves to check the integrity of fences and this one was sturdy! Lots of land to roam and it’s on a hill so more energy burned. Serina C.
Serina C.
April 2025
My Great Pyrenees loves to check the integrity of fences and this one was sturdy! Lots of land to roam and it’s on a hill so more energy burned.
Oakland backyard for your doggy to run! | Sniffspot
55Good clean backyard area. The patio was very nice and the grass was enough for my little dog to wander around. One spot of the fence seems to be collapsing but it’s not a huge gap yet. Scott E.
Scott E.
April 2025
Good clean backyard area. The patio was very nice and the grass was enough for my little dog to wander around. One spot of the fence seems to be collapsing but it’s not a huge gap yet.
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FAQ About Oakland Dog Parks
Are dog parks good for dogs?
It is important for dogs to have off leash exercise to sniff and run. But the free and open nature of public dog parks has drawbacks. There could be aggressive dogs, disease transmission and cleanliness issues. For this reason, many dog behaviorists discourage visiting public dog parks and recommend Sniffspot's private dog parks. Sniffspot private dog parks only allow one guest to book at a time and are not open to the public, which solves many of these issues.
Are 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 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 guests so you can find the perfect place for you and your dog. 2% of reviews on Sniffspot visits in the Oakland area are 5 stars.
How do I know if a dog park works for my dog?
You can filter Sniffspot dog parks by fencing and distractions. If your dog doesn't have good recall, you can visit one of our 241 fully fenced dog parks in the area. If your dog is reactive to other dogs, you can visit one of our 356 off leash areas where there are no dogs audible or visible nearby. You can also filter locations to avoid other domestic animals and people. We also recommend reading reviews and reaching out to the host with any questions.
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