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Dog Fencing Tips

9 June 2022

Terry Reyes

Most dog owners have a problem containing their pets. Although they would want their pets playing on their lawn, they often worry that the pets could wander into their neighbour's compound or get hit by motorists. Dog fencing is an instant solution for pet owners who wish to contain their dog's movement. If you want to install dog fencing, below are a few things to consider.

Appeal

Dog fencing is a critical aspect of your landscape. Therefore, it would help if it complemented the landscape appeal. Start by evaluating your home's exterior to determine a suitable dog fence design. If you have an existing home fence, you could use the same material. This way, the dog fence easily blends into the landscape. Remember to assess planning ordinances and the local strata regulations to establish if you are allowed to install your preferred fence.

Functionality

Your dog fence must serve its purpose. To this effect, consider the following:

What height do you prefer? Short fences suit puppies and small dogs that cannot jump over the fence. If you have fierce security dogs, consider a long fence.
What material suits the dog fence? Some fierce security dogs will chew wooden fences. In this case, consider steel or iron fencing.
If the fence has gaps or lattices, they should be small to ensure dogs do not stick their heads in-between the fence. Remember, they could suffer injuries.
Do you want the dogs to enjoy the landscape while inside the fence? If you do, consider a chain-link fence.

Visibility

In some cases, you could prefer a concealed dog fence. It is especially so if you do not want additional installations on your landscape. In this case, consider an underground electric dog fence. Typically, you install the fence in the area you wish to contain your pet. A collar around the dog's neck sends an electric shock once the dog attempts to cross the fence. Over time, the dog learns to stay within the fence. When purchasing the fence, ensure to work with reputable manufacturers with certifications from pet owners associations. It is a guarantee that the fence will not harm your dog.

Flexibility

You might want a flexible fence. For instance, you might want a fence that easily expands as your pet grows or when you buy new pets. You might also want a collapsible or mobile fence. In this case, the fence design should accommodate these needs.

When installing a dog fence, assess its appeal, functionality, visibility, and flexibility.

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Welcome visitors. My name is Tim Hayes and this is my humble blog about industrial equipment and supplies. When I was a child, my dad worked as an engine driver in a sugar mill. I was mesmerised by all the machinery and tools needed to keep the mill functioning. My dad would patiently explain about the gauges and turbines and how they worked. I only ever heard him swear when they were waiting for parts and the machinery wouldn't operate properly! That was the start of my life-long preoccupation with what goes on behind the scenes in producing the goods we take for granted. If you are inquisitive about industrial equipment and supplies, I hope that these posts add some spark to your day. Thank you.