{"id":9744,"date":"2024-08-29T14:00:09","date_gmt":"2024-08-29T14:00:09","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/aercmn.com\/?p=9744"},"modified":"2024-08-29T14:00:09","modified_gmt":"2024-08-29T14:00:09","slug":"unleash-the-fun-with-sniffspot","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.aercmn.com\/blog\/unleash-the-fun-with-sniffspot\/","title":{"rendered":"Unleash the Fun with Sniffspot"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-9748 aligncenter\" src=\"\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/1-2.png\" alt=\"A dog running with a toy in mouth around a fenced-in backyard.\" width=\"800\" height=\"400\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.aercmn.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/1-2.png 800w, https:\/\/www.aercmn.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/1-2-768x384.png 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"none\">Heidi Brenegan, our Chief Marketing Officer, has been using<\/span> <a href=\"https:\/\/www.sniffspot.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><b><span data-contrast=\"none\">Sniffspot<\/span><\/b><\/a> <span data-contrast=\"none\">sites in the Twin Cities area since 2020 for her dogs. Whenever she mentions Sniffspot to fellow dog parents, they immediately want more details!\u00a0<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:false,&quot;134233118&quot;:false,&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335551550&quot;:1,&quot;335551620&quot;:1,&quot;335559738&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:279}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"none\">That\u2019s why we had Katie from Sniffspot join us on Facebook Live to share more information about this amazing resource for dog parents. You can learn more by watching the replay video or by reviewing the summary below.<\/span><\/p>\n<p align=\"center\"><iframe loading=\"lazy\" style=\"border: none; overflow: hidden;\" src=\"https:\/\/www.facebook.com\/plugins\/video.php?height=314&amp;href=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.facebook.com%2Faercmn%2Fvideos%2F8026105610808239%2F&amp;show_text=false&amp;width=560&amp;t=0\" width=\"560\" height=\"314\" frameborder=\"0\" scrolling=\"no\" allowfullscreen=\"allowfullscreen\"><\/iframe><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"TextRun SCXW147845144 BCX8\" lang=\"EN-US\" xml:lang=\"EN-US\" data-contrast=\"none\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW147845144 BCX8\">What is <\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SpellingErrorV2Themed SCXW147845144 BCX8\">Sniffspot<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW147845144 BCX8\">?<\/span><\/span><span class=\"EOP SCXW147845144 BCX8\" data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:false,&quot;134233118&quot;:false,&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335551550&quot;:1,&quot;335551620&quot;:1,&quot;335559738&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:279}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span class=\"TextRun SCXW133475338 BCX8\" lang=\"EN-US\" xml:lang=\"EN-US\" data-contrast=\"auto\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW133475338 BCX8\">In 2018, <\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SpellingErrorV2Themed SCXW133475338 BCX8\">Sniffspot&#8217;s<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW133475338 BCX8\"> founder, David Adams, was inspired to create the app after his wife, Rebecca, struggled to find a safe off-leash <\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW133475338 BCX8\">area<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW133475338 BCX8\"> for their dog, <\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SpellingErrorV2Themed SCXW133475338 BCX8\">Toshii<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW133475338 BCX8\">, while traveling. With no nearby dog parks, she wished for an app to help\u2014and that&#8217;s when <\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SpellingErrorV2Themed SCXW133475338 BCX8\">Sniffspot<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW133475338 BCX8\"> was born.<\/span><\/span><span class=\"EOP SCXW133475338 BCX8\" data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:false,&quot;134233118&quot;:false,&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335551550&quot;:1,&quot;335551620&quot;:1,&quot;335559738&quot;:240,&quot;335559739&quot;:240,&quot;335559740&quot;:279}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span class=\"TextRun SCXW262055893 BCX8\" lang=\"EN-US\" xml:lang=\"EN-US\" data-contrast=\"auto\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW262055893 BCX8\">Now, with 15,000 listings in 6,000 cities and over <\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW262055893 BCX8\">100,000 users<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW262055893 BCX8\">, <\/span><strong><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW262055893 BCX8\">Sniffspot<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW262055893 BCX8\"> is a community marketplace where <\/span><\/strong><\/span><strong><span class=\"TextRun SCXW262055893 BCX8\" lang=\"EN-US\" xml:lang=\"EN-US\" data-contrast=\"auto\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW262055893 BCX8\">dog parents can rent a private space (someone\u2019s backyard or land) <\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW262055893 BCX8\">that\u2019s<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW262055893 BCX8\"> just for you and your dog to enjoy<\/span><\/span><\/strong><span class=\"TextRun SCXW262055893 BCX8\" lang=\"EN-US\" xml:lang=\"EN-US\" data-contrast=\"auto\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW262055893 BCX8\">. <\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW262055893 BCX8\">It\u2019s<\/span> <span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW262055893 BCX8\">sort<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW262055893 BCX8\"> of like<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW262055893 BCX8\"> an Airbnb for backyards, <\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW262055893 BCX8\">offering a safe, controlled environment for dogs to sniff, play, and explore.<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW262055893 BCX8\">\u00a0<\/span><\/span><span class=\"EOP SCXW262055893 BCX8\" data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:false,&quot;134233118&quot;:false,&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335551550&quot;:1,&quot;335551620&quot;:1,&quot;335559738&quot;:240,&quot;335559739&quot;:240,&quot;335559740&quot;:279}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-9749 aligncenter\" src=\"\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/2-3.png\" alt=\"Three dogs in each other's faces at a dog park.\" width=\"800\" height=\"400\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.aercmn.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/2-3.png 800w, https:\/\/www.aercmn.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/2-3-768x384.png 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"TextRun SCXW137261401 BCX8\" lang=\"EN-US\" xml:lang=\"EN-US\" data-contrast=\"none\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW137261401 BCX8\">Why Choose <\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SpellingErrorV2Themed SCXW137261401 BCX8\">Sniffspot<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW137261401 BCX8\"> over a Dog Park?<\/span><\/span><span class=\"EOP SCXW137261401 BCX8\" data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:false,&quot;134233118&quot;:false,&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335551550&quot;:1,&quot;335551620&quot;:1,&quot;335559685&quot;:0,&quot;335559737&quot;:0,&quot;335559738&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:279}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span class=\"TextRun SCXW245960882 BCX8\" lang=\"EN-US\" xml:lang=\"EN-US\" data-contrast=\"none\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW245960882 BCX8\">In the Twin Cities, we are fortunate to have access to several dog parks \u2013 including some that are <\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW245960882 BCX8\">exclusively<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW245960882 BCX8\"> for small dogs. However, <\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW245960882 BCX8\">many <\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW245960882 BCX8\">dog owners <\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW245960882 BCX8\">p<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW245960882 BCX8\">refer<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW245960882 BCX8\"> not to use dog parks for <\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW245960882 BCX8\">various reasons<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW245960882 BCX8\">, such as:\u00a0<\/span><\/span><span class=\"EOP SCXW245960882 BCX8\" data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:false,&quot;134233118&quot;:false,&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335551550&quot;:1,&quot;335551620&quot;:1,&quot;335559685&quot;:0,&quot;335559737&quot;:0,&quot;335559738&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:279}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li data-leveltext=\"\uf0b7\" data-font=\"Symbol\" data-listid=\"5\" data-list-defn-props=\"{&quot;335552541&quot;:1,&quot;335559685&quot;:720,&quot;335559991&quot;:360,&quot;469769226&quot;:&quot;Symbol&quot;,&quot;469769242&quot;:[8226],&quot;469777803&quot;:&quot;left&quot;,&quot;469777804&quot;:&quot;\uf0b7&quot;,&quot;469777815&quot;:&quot;hybridMultilevel&quot;}\" aria-setsize=\"-1\" data-aria-posinset=\"1\" data-aria-level=\"1\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">Their dog isn\u2019t suited for dog parks \u2013 whether they are reactive, anxious, overly rambunctious or aggressive.<\/span><\/li>\n<li data-leveltext=\"\uf0b7\" data-font=\"Symbol\" data-listid=\"5\" data-list-defn-props=\"{&quot;335552541&quot;:1,&quot;335559685&quot;:720,&quot;335559991&quot;:360,&quot;469769226&quot;:&quot;Symbol&quot;,&quot;469769242&quot;:[8226],&quot;469777803&quot;:&quot;left&quot;,&quot;469777804&quot;:&quot;\uf0b7&quot;,&quot;469777815&quot;:&quot;hybridMultilevel&quot;}\" aria-setsize=\"-1\" data-aria-posinset=\"1\" data-aria-level=\"1\"><span data-contrast=\"none\">Dog parks can expose dogs to viruses or parasites from other dogs or wildlife.<\/span><\/li>\n<li data-leveltext=\"\uf0b7\" data-font=\"Symbol\" data-listid=\"5\" data-list-defn-props=\"{&quot;335552541&quot;:1,&quot;335559685&quot;:720,&quot;335559991&quot;:360,&quot;469769226&quot;:&quot;Symbol&quot;,&quot;469769242&quot;:[8226],&quot;469777803&quot;:&quot;left&quot;,&quot;469777804&quot;:&quot;\uf0b7&quot;,&quot;469777815&quot;:&quot;hybridMultilevel&quot;}\" aria-setsize=\"-1\" data-aria-posinset=\"1\" data-aria-level=\"1\"><span data-contrast=\"auto\">The mix of both dog sizes and personalities can be challenging.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:false,&quot;134233118&quot;:false,&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335551550&quot;:1,&quot;335551620&quot;:1,&quot;335559738&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:279}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span class=\"TextRun SCXW76634312 BCX8\" lang=\"EN-US\" xml:lang=\"EN-US\" data-contrast=\"auto\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW76634312 BCX8\">Using a <\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SpellingErrorV2Themed SCXW76634312 BCX8\">Sniffspot<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW76634312 BCX8\"> offers dog parents peace of mind by providing <\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW76634312 BCX8\">a private <\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW76634312 BCX8\">off-leash <\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW76634312 BCX8\">area<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW76634312 BCX8\">. Many people choose to rent a <\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SpellingErrorV2Themed SCXW76634312 BCX8\">Sniffspot<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW76634312 BCX8\"> for several reasons<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW76634312 BCX8\">, including<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW76634312 BCX8\">:<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Safety for Reactive Dogs:<\/span><\/b><span data-contrast=\"auto\"> Sniffspot offers a secure environment for <a href=\"https:\/\/www.aercmn.com\/blog\/reactivity-in-dogs-part-i-the-myth-of-the-good-dog\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">reactive dogs<\/a>, reducing the risk of your dog biting another dog or human.<\/span><\/li>\n<li><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Safety for Dogs, No Matter the Size: <\/span><\/b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">A private area ensures your dog, even if they\u2019re very small, is safe from attack by another dog.<\/span><\/li>\n<li><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Stress-Free Environment:<\/span><\/b><span data-contrast=\"auto\"> Dog parents can relax and enjoy outdoor time with their pets without the need to constantly supervise or worry, unlike at a public dog park.<\/span><\/li>\n<li><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Training:<\/span><\/b><span data-contrast=\"auto\"> Sniffspots are ideal for trainers, offering a new area to practice obedience or nosework skills.<\/span><\/li>\n<li><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Celebrations:<\/span><\/b><span data-contrast=\"auto\"> If the host allows it, you can even rent a Sniffspot for your dog&#8217;s birthday party, inviting their canine friends to join in the fun!<\/span><\/li>\n<li><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Shelter Outings:<\/span><\/b><span data-contrast=\"auto\"> Animal shelters often use Sniffspots to give dogs a break from the shelter environment or as a neutral meeting spot for introducing potential adopters&#8217; dogs to a new dog.<\/span><\/li>\n<li><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Group Meetups:<\/span><\/b><span data-contrast=\"auto\"> With the host\u2019s permission, some groups, like Dachshund meetups, use Sniffspots for playdates.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:false,&quot;134233118&quot;:false,&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335551550&quot;:1,&quot;335551620&quot;:1,&quot;335559738&quot;:240,&quot;335559739&quot;:240,&quot;335559740&quot;:279}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Enrichment:<\/span><\/b><span data-contrast=\"auto\"> Sniffspots provide a great source of enrichment, giving dogs the chance to explore new scents and enjoy a different environment.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-9750 aligncenter\" src=\"\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/3-2.png\" alt=\"A woman throwing a ball and a dog running after it while outside. \" width=\"800\" height=\"400\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.aercmn.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/3-2.png 800w, https:\/\/www.aercmn.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/3-2-768x384.png 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"TextRun SCXW246038183 BCX8\" lang=\"EN-US\" xml:lang=\"EN-US\" data-contrast=\"none\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW246038183 BCX8\">How do <\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SpellingErrorV2Themed SCXW246038183 BCX8\">Sniffspots<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW246038183 BCX8\"> Work?\u00a0<\/span><\/span><span class=\"EOP SCXW246038183 BCX8\" data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:false,&quot;134233118&quot;:false,&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335551550&quot;:1,&quot;335551620&quot;:1,&quot;335559738&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:279}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span class=\"TextRun SCXW118438963 BCX8\" lang=\"EN-US\" xml:lang=\"EN-US\" data-contrast=\"none\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW118438963 BCX8\">Most users book online through the <\/span><\/span><a class=\"Hyperlink SCXW118438963 BCX8\" href=\"https:\/\/www.sniffspot.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><span class=\"TextRun Underlined SCXW118438963 BCX8\" lang=\"EN-US\" xml:lang=\"EN-US\" data-contrast=\"none\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW118438963 BCX8\" data-ccp-charstyle=\"Hyperlink\">Sniffspot<\/span> <span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW118438963 BCX8\" data-ccp-charstyle=\"Hyperlink\">website<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW118438963 BCX8\" data-ccp-charstyle=\"Hyperlink\">,<\/span><\/span><\/a><span class=\"TextRun SCXW118438963 BCX8\" lang=\"EN-US\" xml:lang=\"EN-US\" data-contrast=\"none\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW118438963 BCX8\"> or you can download the <\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SpellingErrorV2Themed SCXW118438963 BCX8\">Sniffspot<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW118438963 BCX8\"> app. You <\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW118438963 BCX8\">must enter information<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW118438963 BCX8\"> about your dog such as name, breed, and <\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW118438963 BCX8\">required<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW118438963 BCX8\"> vaccination <\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW118438963 BCX8\">records.<\/span><\/span><span class=\"EOP SCXW118438963 BCX8\" data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:false,&quot;134233118&quot;:false,&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335551550&quot;:1,&quot;335551620&quot;:1,&quot;335559738&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:279}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span class=\"TextRun SCXW97487029 BCX8\" lang=\"EN-US\" xml:lang=\"EN-US\" data-contrast=\"none\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW97487029 BCX8\">Once you set up your user account, you can search for a nearby backyard to rent! You <\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW97487029 BCX8\">can<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW97487029 BCX8\"> use filters to:<\/span><\/span><span class=\"EOP SCXW97487029 BCX8\" data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:false,&quot;134233118&quot;:false,&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335551550&quot;:1,&quot;335551620&quot;:1,&quot;335559738&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:279}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><span class=\"TextRun SCXW198754684 BCX8\" lang=\"EN-US\" xml:lang=\"EN-US\" data-contrast=\"none\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW198754684 BCX8\">Find a <\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SpellingErrorV2Themed SCXW198754684 BCX8\">Sniffspot<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW198754684 BCX8\"> near your area code or address.<\/span><\/span><span class=\"EOP SCXW198754684 BCX8\" data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:false,&quot;134233118&quot;:false,&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335551550&quot;:1,&quot;335551620&quot;:1,&quot;335559738&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:279}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span class=\"TextRun SCXW177780424 BCX8\" lang=\"EN-US\" xml:lang=\"EN-US\" data-contrast=\"none\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW177780424 BCX8\">Select <\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW177780424 BCX8\">different features<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW177780424 BCX8\"> to filter your results, such as:\u00a0<\/span><\/span>\n<ul>\n<li>Yard size\/Acres<\/li>\n<li>Fully fenced<\/li>\n<li>Water\u00a0<span data-contrast=\"none\">(if there are bodies of water on the property, a pool, or sprinkler)<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:false,&quot;134233118&quot;:false,&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335551550&quot;:1,&quot;335551620&quot;:1,&quot;335559738&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:279}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span data-contrast=\"none\">Animals on the property (such as outdoor pets like horses or goats)<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:false,&quot;134233118&quot;:false,&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335551550&quot;:1,&quot;335551620&quot;:1,&quot;335559738&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:279}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span data-contrast=\"none\">Price (typically between $5 to $25 per dog per half-hour or hour. Most hosts give a 50% discount off your second dog.)<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:false,&quot;134233118&quot;:false,&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335551550&quot;:1,&quot;335551620&quot;:1,&quot;335559738&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:279}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span data-contrast=\"none\">And more!<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:false,&quot;134233118&quot;:false,&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335551550&quot;:1,&quot;335551620&quot;:1,&quot;335559738&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:279}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span class=\"TextRun SCXW35089255 BCX8\" lang=\"EN-US\" xml:lang=\"EN-US\" data-contrast=\"none\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW35089255 BCX8\">Keep in mind \u2013 just like camping, leave it how you <\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW35089255 BCX8\">found<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW35089255 BCX8\"> it! This means clean up your dog\u2019s poop, <\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW35089255 BCX8\">don\u2019t<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW35089255 BCX8\"> litter, and be respectful of any accommodations your host provides.<\/span><\/span><span class=\"EOP SCXW35089255 BCX8\" data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:false,&quot;134233118&quot;:false,&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335551550&quot;:1,&quot;335551620&quot;:1,&quot;335559685&quot;:0,&quot;335559737&quot;:0,&quot;335559738&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:279}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"TextRun SCXW81704220 BCX8\" lang=\"EN-US\" xml:lang=\"EN-US\" data-contrast=\"none\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW81704220 BCX8\">My Dog <\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW81704220 BCX8\">Doesn\u2019t<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW81704220 BCX8\"> Like Strangers \u2013 Do I Need to Meet the Host?<\/span><\/span><span class=\"EOP SCXW81704220 BCX8\" data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:false,&quot;134233118&quot;:false,&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335551550&quot;:1,&quot;335551620&quot;:1,&quot;335559685&quot;:0,&quot;335559737&quot;:0,&quot;335559738&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:279}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span class=\"TextRun SCXW184505715 BCX8\" lang=\"EN-US\" xml:lang=\"EN-US\" data-contrast=\"auto\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW184505715 BCX8\">Different h<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW184505715 BCX8\">osts <\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW184505715 BCX8\">have differ<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW184505715 BCX8\">e<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW184505715 BCX8\">nt<\/span> <span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW184505715 BCX8\">protocols, but most typically<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW184505715 BCX8\"> remain out of sight. However, if your dog is reactive, anxious, or aggressive, you can message the host through the app ahead of time to<\/span> <span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW184505715 BCX8\">request<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW184505715 BCX8\"> that they avoid coming outside during your rental time. Hosts are <\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW184505715 BCX8\">generally very<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW184505715 BCX8\"> understanding a<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW184505715 BCX8\">bout reactive or aggressive dogs and their needs<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW184505715 BCX8\">.<\/span><\/span><span class=\"TextRun SCXW184505715 BCX8\" lang=\"EN-US\" xml:lang=\"EN-US\" data-contrast=\"none\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW184505715 BCX8\">\u00a0<\/span><\/span><span class=\"EOP SCXW184505715 BCX8\" data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:false,&quot;134233118&quot;:false,&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335551550&quot;:1,&quot;335551620&quot;:1,&quot;335559685&quot;:0,&quot;335559737&quot;:0,&quot;335559738&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:279}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-9751 aligncenter\" src=\"\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/4-2.png\" alt=\"A home with a large, fenced-in backyard.\" width=\"800\" height=\"400\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.aercmn.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/4-2.png 800w, https:\/\/www.aercmn.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/4-2-768x384.png 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"TextRun SCXW55256241 BCX8\" lang=\"EN-US\" xml:lang=\"EN-US\" data-contrast=\"none\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW55256241 BCX8\">How Can I Become a <\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SpellingErrorV2Themed SCXW55256241 BCX8\">Sniffspot<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW55256241 BCX8\"> Host?<\/span><\/span><span class=\"EOP SCXW55256241 BCX8\" data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:false,&quot;134233118&quot;:false,&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335551550&quot;:1,&quot;335551620&quot;:1,&quot;335559685&quot;:0,&quot;335559737&quot;:0,&quot;335559738&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:279}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span class=\"TextRun SCXW3205652 BCX8\" lang=\"EN-US\" xml:lang=\"EN-US\" data-contrast=\"auto\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW3205652 BCX8\">Whether you have a small yard or multiple acres, becoming a <\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SpellingErrorV2Themed SCXW3205652 BCX8\">Sniffspot<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW3205652 BCX8\"> host is an easy and fun way to earn extra money! If you have a safe, clean, yard<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW3205652 BCX8\"> that <\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW3205652 BCX8\">you\u2019d<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW3205652 BCX8\"> like to share with others,<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW3205652 BCX8\"> consider hosting\u2014<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW3205652 BCX8\">different <\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW3205652 BCX8\">dog parents have <\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW3205652 BCX8\">different needs<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW3205652 BCX8\">, and your space could be the perfect fit<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW3205652 BCX8\">.<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW3205652 BCX8\">\u00a0\u00a0<\/span><\/span><span class=\"EOP SCXW3205652 BCX8\" data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:false,&quot;134233118&quot;:false,&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335551550&quot;:1,&quot;335551620&quot;:1,&quot;335559685&quot;:0,&quot;335559737&quot;:0,&quot;335559738&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:279}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span class=\"TextRun SCXW62335959 BCX8\" lang=\"EN-US\" xml:lang=\"EN-US\" data-contrast=\"auto\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW62335959 BCX8\">To get started, visit <\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SpellingErrorV2Themed SCXW62335959 BCX8\">Sniffspot\u2019s<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW62335959 BCX8\"> website to apply. <\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW62335959 BCX8\">There&#8217;s<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW62335959 BCX8\"> a liability policy to protect hosts, and once approved, you can list your property with all the necessary details and photos.<\/span><\/span><span class=\"EOP SCXW62335959 BCX8\" data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:false,&quot;134233118&quot;:false,&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335551550&quot;:1,&quot;335551620&quot;:1,&quot;335559738&quot;:240,&quot;335559739&quot;:240,&quot;335559740&quot;:279}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span class=\"TextRun SCXW157707816 BCX8\" lang=\"EN-US\" xml:lang=\"EN-US\" data-contrast=\"auto\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW157707816 BCX8\">Hosts often take pride in their <\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SpellingErrorV2Themed SCXW157707816 BCX8\">Sniffspots<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW157707816 BCX8\">, going <\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW157707816 BCX8\">above and beyond<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW157707816 BCX8\"> by providing extras like poop bags, toys, treats, water, and even snacks for humans. Some hosts also offer unique experiences such as feeding pet goats, hiking, bonfires, or swimming. You can customize <\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW157707816 BCX8\">your <\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SpellingErrorV2Themed SCXW157707816 BCX8\">Sniffspot<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW157707816 BCX8\"> as much or as little as you like, making it a rewarding side hustle for <\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW157707816 BCX8\">you and <\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW157707816 BCX8\">a wonderful<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW157707816 BCX8\"> resource for <\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW157707816 BCX8\">dog <\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW157707816 BCX8\">lovers<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW157707816 BCX8\">!<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW157707816 BCX8\">\u00a0<\/span><\/span><span class=\"EOP SCXW157707816 BCX8\" data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:false,&quot;134233118&quot;:false,&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335551550&quot;:1,&quot;335551620&quot;:1,&quot;335559738&quot;:240,&quot;335559739&quot;:240,&quot;335559740&quot;:279}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-9747 aligncenter\" src=\"\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/5-3.png\" alt=\"A woman in a yellow sweater hugging her Bernese Mountain dog.\" width=\"800\" height=\"400\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.aercmn.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/5-3.png 800w, https:\/\/www.aercmn.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/5-3-768x384.png 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><\/p>\n<p><span class=\"TextRun SCXW72847349 BCX8\" lang=\"EN-US\" xml:lang=\"EN-US\" data-contrast=\"none\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW72847349 BCX8\">If you are considering becoming a host, we encourage you to find <\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SpellingErrorV2Themed SCXW72847349 BCX8\">Sniffspot\u2019s<\/span> <\/span><a class=\"Hyperlink SCXW72847349 BCX8\" href=\"https:\/\/www.facebook.com\/groups\/sniffspothost\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><span class=\"TextRun Underlined SCXW72847349 BCX8\" lang=\"EN-US\" xml:lang=\"EN-US\" data-contrast=\"none\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW72847349 BCX8\" data-ccp-charstyle=\"Hyperlink\">Facebook group<\/span><\/span><\/a><span class=\"TextRun SCXW72847349 BCX8\" lang=\"EN-US\" xml:lang=\"EN-US\" data-contrast=\"none\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW72847349 BCX8\"> for hosts. This is <\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW72847349 BCX8\">a great place<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW72847349 BCX8\"> to ask questions from people who have been hosting for multiple years!<\/span><\/span><span class=\"EOP SCXW72847349 BCX8\" data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:false,&quot;134233118&quot;:false,&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335551550&quot;:1,&quot;335551620&quot;:1,&quot;335559685&quot;:0,&quot;335559737&quot;:0,&quot;335559738&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:279}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span class=\"TextRun SCXW76429832 BCX8\" lang=\"EN-US\" xml:lang=\"EN-US\" data-contrast=\"auto\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SpellingErrorV2Themed SCXW76429832 BCX8\">Sniffspot<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW76429832 BCX8\"> is a fantastic <\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW76429832 BCX8\">option<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW76429832 BCX8\"> for <\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW76429832 BCX8\">dog<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW76429832 BCX8\"> parents with reactive dogs or those who prefer not to use dog parks. Discover how it can <\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW76429832 BCX8\">benefit<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW76429832 BCX8\"> you and your dogs by checking out <\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW76429832 BCX8\">their<\/span> <\/span><a class=\"Hyperlink SCXW76429832 BCX8\" href=\"https:\/\/www.sniffspot.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><span class=\"TextRun Underlined SCXW76429832 BCX8\" lang=\"EN-US\" xml:lang=\"EN-US\" data-contrast=\"none\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW76429832 BCX8\" data-ccp-charstyle=\"Hyperlink\">website<\/span><\/span><\/a><span class=\"TextRun SCXW76429832 BCX8\" lang=\"EN-US\" xml:lang=\"EN-US\" data-contrast=\"auto\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW76429832 BCX8\"> and app! Explore the filters to see <\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW76429832 BCX8\">what&#8217;s<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW76429832 BCX8\"> available near you\u2014or even when <\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW76429832 BCX8\">you&#8217;re<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW76429832 BCX8\"> traveling with your pet. New listings are <\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW76429832 BCX8\">frequently<\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW76429832 BCX8\"> added as more hosts join, so keep an eye out for fresh options.<\/span><\/span><span class=\"EOP SCXW76429832 BCX8\" data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:false,&quot;134233118&quot;:false,&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335551550&quot;:1,&quot;335551620&quot;:1,&quot;335559685&quot;:0,&quot;335559737&quot;:0,&quot;335559738&quot;:0,&quot;335559739&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:279}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><em><strong>More Reading:<\/strong><\/em><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.aercmn.com\/blog\/dog-parks-part-i-are-they-right-for-your-dog\/\">Dog Parks PART I: Are They Right for Your Dog?<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.aercmn.com\/blog\/dark-side-of-dog-parks-bite-wounds-in-dogs\/\">The Dark Side of Dog Parks<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.aercmn.com\/blog\/dog-bite-prevention-part-i\/\">Dog Bite Prevention Part I<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.aercmn.com\/blog\/reactivity-in-dogs-part-i-the-myth-of-the-good-dog\/\">Reactivity in Dogs | Part I: The Myth of the Good Dog<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><iframe loading=\"lazy\" src=\"https:\/\/assets.pinterest.com\/ext\/embed.html?id=386676318024639644\" width=\"345\" height=\"618\" frameborder=\"0\" scrolling=\"no\"><\/iframe> <\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Heidi Brenegan, our Chief Marketing Officer, has been using Sniffspot sites in the Twin Cities area since 2020 for her dogs. 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