Benefits of Using an Invisible Dog Fence

By Brenda Minica

Invisible dog fences, sometimes called underground fences or hidden fences, are very popular with dog owners who wish to give their dog the freedom to run and play in a safe and confined area.

An invisible dog fence consists of an electric wire which is buried invisible along the perimeter of the area desired. The wire provides a weak radio signal that sends messages to a special collar which the dog will wear. As the dog approaches the boundary, the collar will beep, followed by a slight electric shock.

Choosing the right invisible dog fence can be confusing because of the wide variety of options available. Good quality fences are sold by PetSafe, Innotek, and Perimeter, among others.

There are a few important things to consider when buying, including an adequate warranty (at least 1 year), making sure that the receiver has a range of correction levels to personalize the training program for each dog.

Also, buying a sturdy wire is important for carrying the signal properly. 16-gauge wire is very durable and does this job well. For small dogs, the neck size should be checked to make sure the collar will fit. Most of the normal collars fit 8 inches around, though some fit 6 inches.

Once the invisible dog fence is installed, good training of the dog is a must. You can read our free guide to training your dog using an invisible dog fence on our website using the links at the end of this article.

As with anything, there are pros and cons to invisible dog fences. Dog owners interested in purchasing an invisible dog fence will be able to make a much more informed decision after a bit of research and advice from those who have "been there, done that."

Benefits to Invisible Dog Fences

• Much less expensive than normal fencing, even if you hire a professional to install the invisible dog fence for you.
• Some subdivisions don't allow traditional fences.
• Invisible dog fences leave the yard more open and attractive, and don't ruin the view.
• Traditional fences aren't reliable, dogs like to dig under them, jump or climb over them, and escape through open gates.
• If a traditional fence already exists, an invisible dog fence can be added to control these problems.

Most invisible dog fence collars first deliver a beep as a warning to the dog that he is getting too close to the boundary. If he does not heed the warning, a slight shock is administered through the collar. This shock is more surprising than painful and will teach the lesson often with only one or two times. After the training is completed, the warning beep is usually enough to keep the dog well away from the boundary.

We hope you have enjoyed our list of benefits for using an invisible dog fence. Come by and visit spoiled-pups.com now where you can get more great information (including the cons) or buy an invisible dog fence in our online store. Just click the links below! We hope to see you soon! Spoiled Pups sells Invisible Dog Fence including the popular Wireless Dog Fence and other quality Dog Supplies from their easy to use online store. Brenda Minica and her family have been breeding dogs for over 25 years and currently raise English Springer Spaniels.