Why should I avoid buying a wireless fence?

September 29

Current variations of the wireless fence have some major inherent problems. The feedback we have received from people who purchased these units before they invested in Contain-A-Pet seems to have the same common problems.

The signal field that is emitted in a circular pattern around the yard can swing wildly. That is one day your pet may get two feet from the boundary and get corrected and the next it could be six feet or more. This can create major behavioral problems in your dog from aggression, to indoor potty use to anxiety. How would you like this to happen to your pet?

Another problem that has been reported is that gutters, lawn furniture and other metal objects in your yard or home can be “charged” much more readily that normal fence systems. Again, your pet gets a needless correction that can create problems down the road.

The signal range is very limited. Normally, the unit sends a signal in a circle which can encroach on your neighbors’ boundaries which can create a very stressful situation with them. In addition, your pet does not get as much area to play in and you cannot keep them out of flower beds, garbage cans, etc.

Even if these problems did not occur, there is still one major problem with any system that you do yourself. That is not having a professional trainer that can determine the safest and most effective way to condition your pet to the fence. And, just because someone sells electronic fences does not mean they have the knowledge necessary to read personality, temperament and drive.

It only takes once to screw something up permanently. We believe your pet and family deserves the best … and it doesn’t necessarily cost more to do it right the first time.

It only takes once to screw something up permanently. We believe your pet and family deserves the best … and it doesn’t necessarily cost more to do it right the first time.