Whether it is the traditional or modern kind, dog fencing is essential if you wish to live an easier life with your pet and with your neighbors. No dog is supposed to spend unsupervised time in the yard. He should be there when you call and know where it is ok to potty, dig, and play. Having a fence is also important because not everyone likes dogs as much as you do. If you wish to live harmoniously with other people in the neighborhood, make sure that you control your pet properly. Have a fence and limit the area where your dog can play and do all his activities.
Dog fencing may either be solid or invisible. The solid or traditional one may be the most reliable and safe, however, it could be quite expensive. It also affects the landscape and the view of your yard. Besides, some dogs can jump high enough to climb over it, while some are determined enough to dig under it just to get to the other side.
Another thing about solid fences is there may be restrictions on them. Towns and cities may have regulations as to how big and how high your fence could be and the rules may not be compatible with your dog. Some places absolutely restrict visible fences. In this scenario, you are only left with the choice of using electronic or invisible dog fences.
Invisible dog fences are relatively inexpensive compared to their traditional counterparts. They are commonly acceptable even by the strictest homeowners associations. However, they have some drawbacks too.
One drawback of dog fences that are not visible is they do not stop other dogs (and other animals) from getting into your yard either to harass your pet or to mess with your garden. This could be quite annoying and dangerous to some extent. In addition, some dogs may be highly sensitive to the "mild shock" that electronic or invisible dog fences can create that they may react with too much fear and refuse to leave the house altogether.
Another possibility is some pets may develop aggression problems. They may relate the shock with the presence of other dogs or even people beyond the boundary and become hostile to them. Make sure that you consider everything before setting up a fence for your dog.
