Solutions to stop a dog chasing sheep It’s getting to that time of year when the wildlife is waking up. In early Spring our most common call is I am concerned about my dog getting out and chasing sheep or livestock. Usually owners have tried everything, plugged the hedge, lifted the fence height and all […]
Best fencing for dogs – what are the options? When is comes to fencing for dogs it really depends on several important points. A big dog will need a big fence. A four foot fence is nothing to a big dog. Equally small dogs are excellent climbers. It is important to consider the dog breed when choosing a […]
Dog Fence Solutions: Rural vs Urban Challenges Dogs will be dogs so exploring different dog fence solutions is a must for any canine owner. Having spent 17 years fencing dogs we have come across many different ideas. As with people no two dogs are the same and of course they all live in different locations. […]
Simple Steps for training your dog to an electronic dog fence Before commencing electronic dog fence training: Ensure that you have the correct amount of training flags to cover the boundary. The training flags are the most important part of the training protocol for electronic dog fences. The training flags should be placed approx 8 […]
A dog is for life – t’was the month before Xmas T’was a month before Christmas and all around the house the children were squealing we want a pet mouse; Or a hamster, a kitten, a dog or a horse. We PROMISE to look after it forever, of course! So straight onto Google the parents […]
Fencing for dogs – Which Fence Is Best? Here you are finding yourself researching about fencing for dogs. I am guessing your canine companion is one that is a great escape artist! I have one too and not one who jumps over a fence but one who finds the smallest gap and squeezes himself out […]
Dog Fence Options Compared: Wooden, Mesh, and Invisible Systems When you’re researching dog fence options, you’ll quickly see there are many different choices — from traditional wooden panels and wire mesh to modern invisible dog fences. But not all solutions are equal when it comes to keeping your dog safe and secure. In this guide, […]
What are electronic Containment Fences and how do they work? Containment fences hit the news earlier this year when the Government declared that they intended to ban e-collars for training dogs. Sadly, the media jumped in with both feet first and declared that containment fences were also to be banned. At DogFence we were horrified […]
Are electronic dog fences safe to use for small dogs? Electronic dog fences have been around for over 40 years. Unsurprisingly in the early years this type of electronic dog fencing was most certainly not suitable for small dogs. Why were they not suitable? Size and weight of the computer collars! Many of the early […]
Electric Dog Fences: Pros and Cons Electric dog fences are both a safe and affordable solution to keep your dog safe at home whilst allowing them the freedom to roam and play within your properties boundary. In recent years due to their flexibility and effectiveness electric dog fencing has become increasingly popular for cats as […]
