Dog Fence Options Compared: Wooden, Mesh & Invisible Systems
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, […]
Containment Fences Explained
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 […]
Electronic dog fences – are they safe for small dogs?
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 – Weighing up the pros and cons
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 […]
Electric dog fences cruel or kind?
Are electric dog fences cruel or kind? You’ve heard about electric dog fences and are either intrigued, appalled or desperate to know more! Surely an electric dog fence cannot be humane? Why does anyone need electricity to keep a dog in? Electric dog fences, wireless dog fences, containment fences why do I need one? Dogs […]
Freedom Fence vs. DogFence: How Does a Freedom Fence Work? (2025 Guide)
Freedom Fence vs. DogFence: How Does a Freedom Fence Work? (2025 Guide) IntroductionA freedom fence is an electronic containment system designed to keep dogs within a designated area without a physical barrier. It uses a transmitter connected to a buried boundary wire to create a radio-signal “no‑go zone”. When your dog, wearing a receiver collar, […]
Dog fences are NOT banned!
Dog fences & Cat fences are not banned! After the government bought containment fences to a public consultation, it was decided that Dog fences are NOT banned. This landmark decision also has had a positive impact for all you cat lovers – Cat fences are not banned either! Considering the statistics of cats that are […]
Freedom fence, Invisible Fence, What are they?
What is a freedom fence or Invisible fence? So what is a freedom dog fence? it’s actually is a generic name for an electronic dog fence. Very similar to a “hoover”, a freedom fence, invisible fence or DogFence are often used to describe the containment fences. These dog fences were first produced in the USA […]
Dog proof fencing – Does it really work?
Let’s talk about dog proof fencing Dogs are a man’s best friend and we all want them to be part of the family, but trying to keep them contained and safe can be a tricky. Dog proof fencing is not only difficult to source but it can be expensive. According to the highways Agency, in […]
Using Turmeric for dogs to assist with Health Problems
Is it possible to use Turmeric for dogs? So we’ve all been hearing about Turmeric recently for use with treating everything from Arthritis to cancer. Has it occurred to you could could also utilize it’s amazing healing properties for your dog? Using Turmeric for dogs is a relatively new concept but Ayurvedic and Chinese medicines […]