4pawsplay
Windsor Cottage, Dumfries, Scotland, DG1 4LD
“A paw-some place for your dogs to play, exercise and have a great doggie day out!”
About 4pawsplay
Why visit 4pawsplay?
Customers appreciate 4pawsplay as a clean, well-maintained one-acre field ideal for reactive and anxious dogs, with each booking exclusively yours for 30 minutes. The varied terrain, mixing grass, agility equipment, natural features and a sandpit, keeps dogs engaged, whilst the affordable pricing and owner's friendly approach make it a popular weekly destination for dogs needing a calm, private space to play off-lead.
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Hire prices
Published prices from £4.50 per 30 min| Option | Applies to | Price |
|---|---|---|
| Birthday Paw-ty – 45 mins | up to 4 dogs | £18 |
| 30 min private slot – 1 dog | 1 dog | £4.50 |
| 30 min private slot – 2 dogs | 2 dogs | £5.50 |
| Happy Gotcha Day – 30 mins – 1 dog | 1 dog | £5.50 |
| 30 min private slot – 3 or 4 dogs | 3 or 4 dogs | £7 |
| Happy Gotcha Day – extra dog | per additional dog per 30 mins | £1 |
| Extra dog | per extra dog per 30 min | £2 |
| Birthday Paw-ty – extra dog | per additional dog for 45 mins | £2 |
| Late cancellation fee | per 30 min booking if less than 3 business hours notice | £4.50 |
Prices are published by 4pawsplay and may change — confirm current rates when booking.
Facilities
- parking
- shelter
- agility equipment
- pool
- poo bins
What Customers Say on Google
“One owner of a reactive Boston terrier found their dog thrives here, visiting weekly to run freely and sniff everything off-lead in a calm, private space.”
“The field is well-maintained and clean with plenty of activities to keep dogs entertained, described as a private playground where your booking is exclusively for your own dogs.”
“Visitors consistently praise the spacious layout, varied terrain with natural features and agility equipment, and the owner's friendly, welcoming approach.”
Source: Google Reviews
Frequently Asked Questions About 4pawsplay
4pawsplay operates on a solo-hire basis, meaning each 30-minute booking is exclusive to your group, no other dogs or people will be in the field during your session. This privacy is exactly what many owners of reactive or anxious dogs need. Local dog owners tell us their reactive dogs thrive here, able to run freely off-lead and build confidence in a calm, controlled environment. The one-acre space gives plenty of room to explore without feeling crowded, and the mix of grass lengths and natural features keeps dogs engaged throughout the visit.
Hire at 4pawsplay starts from around £4.50 per 30 minutes, confirm current rates when booking. Each slot is private to your group and can accommodate up to four dogs, with additional dogs at £2 each. For that price, you get access to the full acre, which includes agility equipment, a sandpit play area, tree stumps to investigate, a dog pool, and fresh water on arrival. Owners we hear from in Dumfries consistently describe it as excellent value, especially given the variety of features and the care that's gone into maintaining the space.
The field at 4pawsplay mixes longer and shorter grass areas with a thoughtful range of agility obstacles, many crafted from recycled materials. Dogs can explore natural items like tree stumps, splash in a small pool on warmer days, and dig or roll in the sandpit play zone. Fresh water is always available when you arrive, and there's a shelter on-site for human comfort. Local visitors tell us their dogs stay busy throughout the half-hour slot, whether they're energetic pups racing around or older dogs who prefer a gentle potter and sniff.
4pawsplay is located in Carrutherstown, just a short drive from Dumfries, making it a convenient option for dog owners in the area. On-site parking is provided, so you can pull up and get straight into the field without any fuss. Owners travelling through the region have told us it's a welcome stop after a long journey, easy to find, easy to park, and a joy for dogs to stretch their legs in a well-maintained, private space.
Each session at 4pawsplay lasts 30 minutes and is booked in advance to guarantee your group has the field to yourselves. The booking system ensures solo hire, so you won't overlap with other dogs or owners. Sessions can accommodate up to four dogs per slot, with an option to add extra dogs for a small additional fee. Contact the field directly to check availability and confirm current rates, owners in Dumfries tell us the process is straightforward and the welcome from owner Margaret is always warm and friendly.
Contact Details
- Phone
- 7939927815
- Address
- Windsor Cottage, Dumfries, Scotland, DG1 4LD
How 4pawsplay Compares
in Dumfries
More reviews than 83% of dog fields in Dumfries
Field Details
- Size
- 1 acre
- Session length
- 30 min slots
- Max dogs
- up to 4 dogs per 30 min slot (additional dogs £2 each)
- Surface
- longer grass areas and short grass areas with agility equipment, natural items such as tree stumps, and a sandpit play area
- Hire type
- Solo / private hire
- Opening hours
- Mon – Fri 8am–8.30pm, Sat – Sun 8.30am–6.30pm
