How Dogs See Fences
You want a fence to keep your dog in a contained area so you can keep him or her safe. You see it as a means by which to give your dog freedom to run while still being a responsible pet owner. Your dog however, probably sees the fence differently than you do, which is why underground pet fencing might be your best option.
~Tigger: “Oooh look! He put up a higher obstacle for me to jump! Does it still count as a jump when I pull myself up by those openings?”
~Chewy: “Wood?! I love chewing wood! My owner loves me so much that she surrounded the whole place with these tall wooden things for me to chew on. Tonight I shall reward her by sitting on her lap when she tries to eat those things she pulled out of the garden.”
~Houdini: “Wait for it...wait for it....just a few more steps and the gate will open. This is my favorite part of the day...when my human plays hide and seek with me before going off to work.”
~Dinker: “The cat thinks my owner must love her more than me. It isn't enough that the cat has her own indoor bathroom; now she gets to taunt me from outside this metal thing as well? Maybe if I make that room with all the comfortable furniture my new indoor toilet the cat will see who really is the favorite.”
It's all about perspective. What you see as safety features your dog sees as a challenge, a new toy, or something to chew on. Underground dog fencing won't just eliminate the challenge; it will keep your dog's focus off of the perimeter of your property in general.
Reduce Dangers of a Nervous Pet
As a pet owner, your number one goal is to keep your pet safe, but nervous dogs can make that goal hard to meet, even if you don't realize it. Some pets are naturally nervous, but can still be helped by a few adjustments to their environment. If you can't find ways to calm your pet, he or she can be dangerous to themselves or others.
One solution is an underground pet fence. Pets who are nervous may become even more nervous with a fence they can see. It can make them feel caged in and stressed. An underground fence will keep your pet safe from oncoming traffic, but won't promote that sense of being trapped -- something that can make any animal edgy.
Another convenient option is a pet door. When your pet has the option to come in and go out as they please, they start to develop a sense of independence and confidence. Not only do you have a calmer pet, you have fewer “accidents,” because your pet can go out when they need to, and their reduced nervousness leads to better bladder control. It's also a convenience for you because you don't have to stop what you are doing to let your pet in or out.
Sometimes pets are nervous because of past experiences, but more often than not their nervousness can be reduced with a few adjustments to their environment. Nervous pets are also more prone to biting or attacking, so making a few adjustments means your pet is happier and safe for others to be around.
Busting the Myths about Electric Fences
There are a couple of different myths about the electric dog fence. Most of these concepts are born from a lack of knowledge about these types of fences, so we thought it best to shed some light on the situation.
Electric fences hurt dogs: False. In fact, we sell a variety of options for the electric dog fence because all dogs are different. What you need for a larger, stubborn breed is not going to be what you need for a small, timid breed. We work with you to give you exactly what your pet needs.
These fences can hurt children: False. The fence is buried, so children never come into contact with it. The collar that receives the signal should be on the pet at all times, so the child never comes into contact with it, either.
The fences break easily: False. The wire is buried underground, so, in order to break it, you would have to dig through it or allow someone else to dig through it. Since you know where it is, this should never be an issue.
An above ground fence is more effective: False. Your dog can climb over or under an above ground fence. In some cases they go through the fence. Using our training methods, the underground fence is the last border for your dog -- one they cannot climb over or under.
You have your dog's safety and happiness in mind, so be sure to get the facts before you make a decision that can have an impact on you and your dog.
