Dog owners love their pets like family, it is no wonder we hear questions in the field like, “Will electronic hidden fences hurt my pet?” or “are hidden fences really safe for my dog?”
Myth #1: Hidden Fences Shock Pet’s.
False. People sometimes misuse or misunderstand the terminology around hidden fences. When a dog leaves the boundary of a hidden fence they receive a static correction.
The static correction the dog receives is the equivalent to rubbing your hair on a balloon and then touching another person. It isn’t painful but it is uncomfortable for a dog and they will try to avoid it.
Myth #2: Electronic and Electric Fences are the Same.
False. Growing up in the Midwest many of us are familiar with the term, electric fence. They are made of one or two metal wires above ground that carry an electric current used to contain livestock like cows and horses.
Electronic fences like the ones installed to contain pets have a transmitter that sends a signal along a boundary wire hidden underground. The signal is passed electronically to the dog’s collar the collar then emits a training tone to warn the dog of the hidden fences boundary. If the dog continues out of the safety zone they will receive a static correction. Within a short period of time your dog will learn to respect the boundary of the hidden fence.
Myth #3: Electronic Hidden Fence Collars Will Randomly Go Off When Your Pet is Inside the Perimeter.
False. Electronic collars are designed to only provide correction when your dog crosses the boundary. They are specifically designed so that unwanted or stray corrections are eliminated.
Myth #4: Electronic Hidden Fences Will Make Dogs Aggressive.
False. Electronic dog fences don’t make dogs aggressive. Aggressive behavior is the result of poor training or incorrect correction levels. Training is arguably the most important part of installing a hidden fence.
That is why hiring a professional like Dog Pro to not only install but train your dog is well worth the investment. You must consider breed, size and temperament the of dog when setting up your hidden fence system.
Myth #5: Low Correction Levels are Ineffective with Hidden Fences.
False. Most small and mid-size dogs need the lowest level correction to understand the correction correctly. Level of correction is highly dependent on the breed, age temperament and size of the dog.
Older dogs or dogs with mild temperament require a lower level of correction. Where larger and more active dogs may need a slightly increased level of correction during the training period. Dogs generally only need a warning tone to keep the contained after the training period.
If you have any questions about a hidden fence system or would like a free estimate contact Dog Pro today!
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