Nov 25 2009
Should You Get a Wireless Pet Containment Fence?
Wireless pet containment fences were proposed by manufacturers as a solution for dog owners who wish to contain their animals in a part of their property without using a leash. With the help of these fences, pet owners can say goodbye to the hassles associated with pets climbing over boundary walls and digging holes in the yard below fences in order to escape.
A wireless pet containment fence works by using a remote transmitter that sends singal waves at 17,5 Kilo Hertz. Other parts of the set include a collar that is worn comforably by the dog, 50 training flags that help the dog locate the boundaries of its designated area, and an instructions booklet. The transmitter is plugged into a normal house current outled and it will emit the radio signals that the receiver in the collar will detect. If the pet that is wearing the receiver tries to go out of the preset boundary, a premonition in the form of a sound is given. In spite of this, if the dog steps out of the boundary, a harmless static electric shock is offered to the pet thereby distracting and containing the dog in the fenced area.
It’s not difficult at all to install a wireless pet containment fence. With the help of instructions given in a booklet or DVD, owners can set everything up themselves. For best results, dog owners should research the several advantages and disadvantages of models before making a decision.
Tips for Selecting a Wireless Pet Containment Fence
First of all, the collar with the receiver should fit the dog’s neck comfortably, yet not too loose that the dog misses the correction. The radius of operation should match and cover completely the area where you want your dog to be contained. For bigger areas, you might purchase additional transmitters.
The DVD and the instruction manual that come with the set not only explain how to set up the system correctly, they also actually tell you how to slowly get your dog used to the wireless fence. For this reason, it’s suggested that you make sure the product you choose to buy comes with clear, concise directions.
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