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Originally Posted by JSR22
I would not recommend an electronic fence. I have seen dogs run through and then afraid to come back because they will be shocked again. Honestly, I think training your dog to stay on his/her property is the correct method. I do NOT believe in shocking dogs.
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I have used invisible fences for years. They are a safe and effective method to contain your pet. Dogs are pretty smart. It only takes one or two correction for them to get the idea.
Like I wrote above, most modern fences emit a sound before applying a shock. The dogs learn they need to back up. If they are shocked, it is not so strong the dog is harmed, but it does get thier attention. Think of it like getting a strong shock of static electricity.
Just becasue the pet owner has an invisible fence, they should still supervise their dog’s activity. It is just not necessary to follow them around the yard on a lead.
There are two major vendors in The Villages. The Original Invisible Fence Company and Dog Watch. We used Invisible Fence in Indiana and have the Dog Watch fence in The Villages. Talk to both.