subject: Finding Dog Fences [print this page] A containment system is needed for your dog because you dont want him to wander around digging your front yard or poking your neighbors home. Dog fences must be chosen depending on the breed, looks and budget. Different dog breeds need different fences with different height and weight. Your yard is a beautiful place and the fence you buy must flatter your yard. Above all, you must be able to afford the fence you buy.
Traditionally, physical fences are used to contain dogs. These dog fences are erected on your yard and your dog can be trained to wander inside the fence. Different types of physical fences like split rail fence, chain link fence, snow fence, and farm fence are available. You may have to buy a new fence when your dog grows. Many people still use suitable physical fences for their dogs. It is not that you can't find beautiful fences. Some private wooden fences look very beautiful and they are very expensive.
Wireless dog fences are now increasingly popular among pet owners. These fences dont need any kind of physical containment system. To install wireless fence, a wire is buried along the fence perimeter and a receiving collar is placed around the dogs neck. When your dog tries to cross the fence, a mild shock is given using which you can train your dog to stay within the fence.
You should choose dog fences depending on the needs of your dog. There are highly expensive fences to cheap, but effective do-it-yourself kits that can be installed easily.
