Sniffspot connects dog-owners looking for a private dog park with people who own land that can accommodate an off-leash visit.
Expected pay: You set it (usually $5 to $30 per hour)
Husl$core: $$$$
Commissions & fees: 25%
Where: Nationwide
Requirements: Land, ideally fenced.
Sniffspot review:
Sniffspot allows anyone with land to rent out that land to dog owners, who are looking for an off-leash playground for their pets. Only one dog-owner can book each Sniffspot at any given time. And dogs are not allowed to be left unattended.
Customers are also instructed to leave the space in the same condition it was when you arrived. So, customers are expected to clean up after themselves and their pets. Dogs are also required to be vaccinated and can be tossed from Sniffspot if they’re too aggressive or if their owners break host rules
Host set up
There’s no charge to set up a host profile here. You simply register your spot, describe it and any unique features or amenities — i.e. a dog digging area; a trail, a stream, chairs, dog toys, etc. The site also suggests you include at least 10 photos of your location — everthing from the fencing to where guests can relax and deposit dog bags before they leave.
Hosts determine when their land is available, the rules and fees. Typically, fees are set per dog, per hour — say, $7 hourly for one dog; and $10 for two. Hosts are paid once monthly for any bookings. Sniffspot takes a 25% commission.
Importantly, too, the site provides a $2 million liability policy, just in case someone is injured on your land. And it provides up to $5,000 in property damage coverage.
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