What can I do to keep my dog in the fence?
You can use chicken wire, hardware cloth, or a piece of chain-link fence attached to the base of the fence. Some people bury it for aesthetic reasons. But you can also lay it on top of the grass and hold it down with rocks, gravel, mulch, or even planters.
Does hidden fence hurt dogs?
Hidden fences are safe for all dogs and cats, and they won’t hurt your pet. The correction a dog receives from a dog fence or other “shock collar” is actually not a shock at all. Unlike the shock you feel when you touch a physical electric fence, the correction from a dog collar is generated by a battery.
How do you keep a dog in an invisible fence?
To train your dog to stay inside an hidden pet fence, you need to remind them where the barriers are. We suggest walking the perimeter (marked with flags) with your dog to remind them. At eXtreme Dog Fence, we provide all our electric fence customers with FREE comprehensive training on our website.
What do you do with a gap between fences?
Your options are:
- Ask him to remedy the fence situation, explaining your interest and offering to do it for him if he’s unwilling/unable.
- Go ahead and fill in the gap yourself without asking permission–repairing his fence for him.
Can dogs jump a 6 foot fence?
If the dog can scramble high enough to get their head, front legs and about half of their body weight on the other side of the fence they will likely be able to slide over the top of the fence to land on the other side. Most dogs cannot jump higher than 6 feet.
How does wireless dog fence work?
Understanding the Transmitter and Receiver When plugged in and turned on, the transmitter emits a signal that your dog’s receiver-collar can detect. The Wireless Dog Fence transmitter unit can be adjusted to create a 15ft to 90ft circular area in which the signal is detectable.
Will invisible fence work indoors?
The system uses the same Computer Collar® your dog wears for outside protection or can be used with the indoor only Shields Computer Collar unit. The system is powered by a rechargeable battery pack and is wireless once charged.
Can you use an electric dog fence inside?
One system, one app, complete protection for your pets inside and outside your home. Our Smart App takes the Invisible® Benefit of SmartShields and displays key information like device location and battery level, as well as allowing you to toggle on/off, so you’ll be reassured that your system is working properly.