What Everyone Should Know About Electronic Dog Fence Installation
If you’ve noticed your dog biting their paws, you’re certainly not alone. Many pet parents have taken to Google to search “dog biting paws,” but it can take a lot of research and observation to get a clear-cut answer. In the end, there are many reasons a dog may lick or bite at their paws, and you’ll need to pay closer attention to your pup to see what may be going on. This may include physically examining their paws, including the toenails and between the paw pads.
To ensure optimal function, it’s highly recommended to use the wire that comes with your kit. If you need more wire for more coverage, contact Pet Control HQ. Dog fence systems can be installed above and below the ground or mounted to an existing fence. The minimum amount of wire to be used for a dog fence system is 80 meters. This will give you enough space to create a safe area for your dogs to roam freely. The transmitter box generates the signal that travels through the boundary wire.
As mentioned, your loop must be a continuous loop of boundary wire. There is no problem at all when the transmitter is installed against a wood fence or a metal fence as long as the metal fence isn’t made of solid metal sheeting i.e. colourbond. Solid metal interferes with the signal emitted from the transmitter boxes and causes the system to work ineffectively.
You also have a special, lightweight collar for your dog that carries a harmless, low-level radio signal from the transmitter, which is received and recognized by the dog collar. As your pet gets closer to the buried wire, the receiver collar will send out a warning signal, either audible or a vibration. If your dog doesn’t stop when receiving this first signal, a gentle and safe stimulation is released from the collar. After proper training from you, your dog will learn to recognize the warning signals (which are the fence boundaries) and stop before crossing the invisible fence.
Of course the last ingredient of an electric dog fence is putting the collar on your dog. You can’t just put the collar on the dog and expect him or her to know what to do. Here is information on how to train your dog on an electric dog fence.
However, note that most of these boxes are not really 100% waterproof. Moisture can accumulate inside the box and eventually cause the internal mechanism of the transmitter box to corrode and eventually stop working. The containment area must be free of potential hazards, such as sharp objects or toxic plants. Create a safe environment for your pet by cleaning the yard of any debris or obstacles. Important factors such as the terrain, size of your yard, and your dog’s behavior should be considered in order to determine what type of fence is most suitable.
Installing an in-ground electric dog fence can be labor-intensive if you decide to bury the wire; it involves digging a trench (it’s recommended wire be buried cm below the electronic dog fence installation ground). This means it requires more time and effort to set up compared to wireless fences. This type of dog fence is also less portable and has limited adjustability.