Options in Dog Fences

Every pet owner should consider which of the styles of dog fences best suit their needs.  Fences are available in a number of standard selections.  A wooden or chain link fence is the most common type of dog enclosure.  A higher tech options is that of an invisible or electric fence. Or even pet gates for ourdoor use.

Electric fences work by placing a wire underground and connecting it to a transmitter.  The dog wears a collar containing a specialized receiver that will first warn them with a sound and then either administer a small shock or spray citronella at their face.  You set up flags over the buried wire and then train the dog, over a period of days or weeks, not to approach the line of flags.  Over time the dog will learn to remain within the boundaries you have set.

For a standard fence you want to make sure you don’t have a digger.  If your dog digs you need to take that into consideration and use a complete enclosure, such as a dog run, with the fencing buried below the ground as well.  If you do provide a run then remember that length is more important than total square footage; that allows your dog to still run while being fenced in.  A slat fence will keep most dogs in your yard and are less expensive as well as being more attractive.

In any case, dog fences are designed to keep your dog safe.  Take your dog’s personality into consideration and pick the best fence for your needs. Check out some electric dog fence reviews to see which ststem might suit your dog best.