Wireless Dog Fence – Electric Dog Fence

A wireless dog fence or electric dog fence is used to confine the dog without the use of a traditional fence. The wireless dog fence is buried around the perimeter of the property or other boundary for the dog as established by the dog owner.

An electric dog fence system has two main components. The first part is the wiring that is buried around the perimeter. The second part is the collar worn by the dog that is activated by being too close or crossing the electric dog fence.

One of the benefits of a wireless dog fence is for people who do not want a traditional fence around their yard. Many homeowners enjoy the aesthetics of an electric dog fence since it is completely concealed.

Traditional fencing requires regular maintenance and painting or staining to prevent the fence from becoming an eyesore. A neglected fence can also become a less secure boundary for the dog if boards become loose.

Many dogs will dig under fences. A wireless dog fence prevents this method of escape and therefore can be more secure than a traditional fence. It also eliminates the need for homeowners to fill holes the dog may dig along a traditional fence.

Many times, a wireless dog fence can be used in locations where a traditional fence may be prohibited by local zoning laws or homeowners associations. A person considering installing a wireless dog fence should check for any restrictions.

A wireless dog fence does not provide a physical boundary for preventing animals and people from entering the property. This can be a disadvantage to an electric dog fence if the dog owner wants a fence for a sense of security.

It may take the dog owner a period of trial and error to determine which setting on the dog collar is appropriate for the dog. If the dog collar is set to deliver a low-level, mild shock, a dog may ignore the shock and escape from the property. If the shock is set too high it can hurt the dog and be considered abusive.

Unfortunately, if the dog escapes the property, the dog is likely to be shocked when it crosses over the wireless dog fence to return to the property. Being shocked when returning to the property can be confusing for the dog and inadvertently teach the dog that returning to the property is bad.