Tips for buying and installing an electric fence

Written by Farm Supply Store

Training a new dog to not cross a boundary or a garden fence is much easier when using an electric dog fence. They are very effective and your dog can be trained in as little as 48 hours. As a deterrent to your beloved pet accidently running onto the road and getting injured, it is well worth the investment. The following tips will help you save some time, money and hassle when considering an electric fence for your dog.

Before you go out and buy a system, consult your vet. Depending on the breed, type or medical condition of your dog, an electric fence might not actually be appropriate. You do not want to cause any harm to your pet. In addition if it were ineffective for your type of dog then you would have wasted a lot of money.

Mark out the area you want covered and measure the perimeter. This makes it easier when buying and self-installation. For professional installations it saves a lot of time and money as installation time is generally charged by the hour. It also makes other choices like whether to use aluminum wire much easier.

Once you have bought and it is partially setup, test the wire before you bury it. You want to make sure the system works properly before putting it underground and then having to dig it up because it doesn’t work.

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