Even if your dog is your best friend, I’m sure you don’t want it to go to areas of your property where he could cause damage or get hurt, such as your rose garden, your swimming pool or, if you have a very big dog, the area where your small children play. A very good solution that has given constant results is installing an electric dog fence, which will keep the dog from going beyond the limits that you establish for it, barring the dog from going to delicate areas of your property or to your neighbor’s property.

Understanding How An Electric Dog Fence Works

In an electric dog fence, there are two main components - a receiver (also known as radio collar), which the dog will be required to wear; and a transmitter, which is basically an electric wire placed underground around the perimeter of your garden where you’d like your dog to be kept in.

The wire can sense the distance between itself and the collar, and when this distance becomes too short, it will send a signal to the collar so that the collar emits a warning sound. This sound will stop the dog from crossing the boundary, however, should it disobey, despite the warning, the dog will receive a mild electric shock, which is not harmful. Once a dog feels the shock, it will think twice before trying to cross the fence again.

These products are so widespread that you can buy the so called invisible or wireless fence in almost any pet store, as well as several types of receiver collars, including weather resistant ones.

The Advantages of an Electric Dog Fence.

Obviously, an electrical fence will keep your dog from accidentally causing damage to your property or your neighbors’ but that’s not all. An electrical dog fence is buried underground and it can’t normally be seen (thus the “invisible fence” term), which means it won’t ruin the look of your house, specially if you have a garden that you’re proud of. Moreover, the trees and bushes in your garden will have a natural growth, and this, itself, will act as a fence around your property.

With an electric dog fence your dog will not be able to run after people that are running in front of your house, which can save you from trouble and potential legal sues if your dog bites someone in a playful way. But most of all, your dog will be able to run and play happily in an area of your property without the need of tying it up to a pole or tree.

Unlike traditional fences, an electric dog fence can’t be seen, so you won’t affect the look of your house or the way the house is seen from the street.

If you do decide to go for it, compare the prices and the quality of several products before you make a choice; don’t forget to check online stores too. There are some offers out there that can be really inexpensive. Remember that you’re investing in your dog’s safety. You won’t be sorry.

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