Safely Contain Your Dog with Electric Fence
Zareba provides three different options for above ground electric fencing to
contain dogs and other pets; retrofit existing fences, semi-permanent fence and
temporary fence. Your best choice will depend on your dog's personality,
height, weight, fur length, and the tendency of the breed to dig or jump.
Retrofit Existing Fences
Are you tired of your dog escaping from your fenced yard or kennel? For
existing wood, vinyl or chain link fences, an electrified wire at the bottom
will prevent digging, and/or an electrified wire at the top will prevent
climbing and jumping.
Red Snap'r insulators are available in a
variety of styles to match your current fence. Add some poly wire or poly tape
along with a fence controller and ground system and you've got a simple, low
cost way to "dog-proof" an existing fence. (Note: you can not directly
electrify a chain link or woven wire fence, as they will ground out).
Semi-Permanent Pet Fence
You can create your own fence using T-posts and poly wire or tape. Fence posts
should be spaced 5-12 feet apart, depending on the shape and terrain of your
yard. Wires should start close to the ground and then be spaced 4-6 inches
apart. Use three to ten wires, depending on the size, personality and jumping
ability of the dog.
Because the wires are close to the ground, you should keep them free of
vegetation or use a low-impedance fence controller. A
low-impedance controller increases its energy output as vegetation
drains energy from the fence.
Use the Fence Builder™ fence planning tool
for assistance in planning your fence.
Temporary Pet Fence
An affordable, short term pet containment solution is the Zareba
K-9 kit. It includes an AC fence controller, poly wire, plastic posts,
and connectors that allow you to get your fence up and operating quickly. A
temporary or portable system, the K-9 kit makes traveling with your pet easy
and convenient.
Frequently asked questions about pet fencing.
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