There are several alternatives to the traditional dog fence, including the wireless fence for dogs. A wireless dog fence features a transmitter and receiverthat can be used to confine the pet within a certain area. The receiver is often plugged into an electrical power outlet while the receiver is worn by the pet around the collar.
The transmitter has a defined radius that sends radio frequencies within that area, although some brands allow for adjustments to the desired distance. In the event of a dog going beyond the set perimeter, the pet will get an electric shock, which is not necessarily traumatizing or painful.
* Setting boundaries
A wireless fence comes handy in setting up a boundary for your pet so that it can remain within a designated area. This can prove extremely beneficial by keeping the dog from straying away into areas you would rather keep the pet away, such as plants and swimming pool. A wireless fence can be used in addition to the traditional to keep the dog safe.
Therefore, if you have a picket fence around you property, where your pet enjoys digging, a wireless fence can help keep the dog away from your tomatoes. Furthermore, if you have a sandbox where your kids play, a wireless fence can help restrain the dog from accessing the box to pot in.
* Process of installation
A wireless fence can be installed easily. Depending with the model you have selected, the fence can be set in just a few minutes. Therefore, you do not have to spend money on professionals to fix the fence. A wireless fence comes with instructions to help you train your dog. Once you have it set, you can always relocate it, to take it on camping, vacation, visiting friends, etc.
Furthermore, no maintenance is required, which is not the case with a physical fence. Wireless fence for dogs also come handy in keeping the pet safe while providing the necessary freedom to roam.
* Limitations
A typical fence can cost about $300, a price that some pet owners may not afford. A wireless fence may not extend to boundaries you would like covered because the transmitter covers a circle around. Furthermore, you are required to keep checking on the batteries. Moreover, the fence does not keep other animals from getting into the boundary and accessing areas you would have them not visit.
