Wireless Dog Fences in a Wireless World

With WIFI, we send messages across the world with a single push of a button.  It's not surprising that there are wireless methods to train our dogs.  In fact, wireless dog fences have been around for quite some time.  They have been and will continue to be a topic of debate, but no matter what side of the fence you fall on, there is no doubt that they are effective.

Nowadays, electric and wireless dog fences are more advanced than ever and feature some excellent safety features.  The PetSafe® Wireless Fence was the first and still the most trustworthy of all of the wireless pet fences available today.  Others are making a move and starting to incorporate the latest technology. The Perimeter WiFi Wireless Fence is one of those that is making a move by not only being wireless, but WIFI.

A wireless dog fence is preferable to having an expensive fence that he learns to burrow under. If you have a dog that likes to dig a wireless fence is definitely the way to go!  In locations where high fences are looked upon as unfriendly or where they are not allowed the wireless containment system is a great option. If you live in a condo, dogs may be permitted, but putting up your own fence may not be an option. The use of a wireless fence poses no threat to other animals or to children. It is only effective when the battery collar is worn by your dog.

Maintenance consists of making sure that the transmitter is plugged into the power supply and that the battery in the collar is charged when in use. The battery will run low if used over long periods of time; therefore, it is wise to have an extra one handy at all times. This containment system is much simpler and less costly than a fence that needs to be painted every few years.

Introducing your dog to the wireless fence does require some effort on your part. Your pet needs to learn what is expected of him and what the consequences are for disobeying. A detailed instruction manual will come with your kit. Take the time to read it first and learn how to use it before placing the collar on your pet. With a small animal or one that has very little neck hair, the shock will need to be of very little intensity. With any pet, you will want to start out on the lowest setting and then adjust to a higher setting, if needed. Walking your dog around the boundary line with the collar on but no battery and telling him “back,” “stop,” or some other command to let him know you do not want him to proceed any further needs to be done several times before actual use. You need to make it very clear to your dog what is expected of him.