[Veronica]

Hi TVers,

I am about to buy a designer home in TV and was wondering how you contain your dogs when you live in a home where you cannot build a fence. Do you use the invisible fencing system, and does that work for you?

Thanks so much.

Veronica

[BarryRX]

Originally Posted by Veronica

Hi Tvers,

I am about to buy a designer home in TV and was wondering how you contain your dogs when you live in a home where you cannot build a fence. Do you use the invisible fencing system, and does that work for you?

Thanks so much.

Veronica

I guess if you are used to letting your dog out into your yard, then the only options you would have in a designer home would be to tie the dog outside (please don't do that) or an invisible fence. The problem with invisible fence is that people walking by your home cannot tell if that ferociously barking Rottweiller (I love Rotties....just using them as an example of a large dog) that is charging at them will stop at the property line. So, not many good choices.

[cahweh1975]

We're going to have the same problem if we buy a home with no fence. We have two dogs--one pretty large, right around 100 lbs. the other is about half that. Neither have ever been tied, and I hate electric fences. Our neighbors across the street had one and I felt so sorry for the dogs. It was brutal until the dogs learned the limits. They couldn't get out, but anyone/anything could get in.

Anyway, is it allowed to have a largish kennel/run in the back of your house in lieu of a fence? We're only beginning to think about moving to The Villages and are visiting the end of September. Obviously, for us a fence is pretty much a necessity so that's what we'll be looking for when the time comes. But, what if we can't find anything? I'm curious about the options, as well.

[KARENNN]

I really really wish I had a courtyard villa for that reason! I have to walk pooch whenever he has to go potty...sometimes in the middle of the night. The electric fences drive me crazy because dogs do break through them when they see my dog coming and then we have trouble. My dream is to have a big courtyard, all grass, with eastern exposure....all for my dog

Maybe hide a fence in a row of shrubs so no one can see it?? I was thinking about trying that myself.

[jane032657]

We have an Irish and English Setter and until we move in November full time to TV, our dogs have lived on a half acre with a dog door and a fully fenced yard. My husband and I looked at a myriad of beautiful homes in TV, then we looked at the neighbors homes, and wondered how we would ever contain our dogs, even with invisible fencing without causing some upset for everyone. The stress of what it would be like and for the consideration of our neighbors, we bought a beautiful, new courtyard villa with a fence. It made us breathe a sigh of relief when we found it. Some people are excellent dog owners and trainers of their dogs. We are excellent dog owners but weak on training. I know so many people are doing great at TV with the invisible fencing but we did not see ourselves as being in a position of feeling confident with that solution. It is for us all about keeping peace with our neighbors, feeling relaxed in our environment and being fair to the dogs. And no, dog runs are definitely not allowed!

[gerryann]

I agree with Jane and did the exact same thing. Even if I had an electric fence, I would fear that the dogs would bark at passerbys.....so the SYV works best for me.

[cahweh1975]

Thanks! It looks like we'll be looking for something with a fence, then. We've liked what we've seen of the Courtyard Villa's and will probably go that route.

We can't wait to visit to see it all for ourselves!

[perrjojo]

We had invisible fencing at our home in Geogria. Our Westie did great with it for four years until a bunny ran across the yard and into a neighbors yard. He couldn't resist and ran after the bunny. After that he would literally back up and get a running start on the barrier. He learned that it only hurt for a moment and the "reward" was worth the pain. Once they are out, they must cross the barrier again to get home. I agree with other posters that you must also worry about who/what can get into your yard. We built a fence after that as there was no containing him any longer. Here in the villages have a CYV.

[pooh]

I live in a designer house and though I no longer have my doggie, while she was still with us here, she would much prefer to be indoors with the nice comfortable climate than outdoors in the heat and humidity. Having a dog means you're going to get exercise....you'll be outside with your pooch if puppy needs a potty break, you'll take walks to make sure your pooch is exercised and you may visit dog parks for socialization for the dogs. Our dog could come in and out at will when we lived in CA, but adjusted to her new life when she moved to The Villages. Remember, dogs live for now and not for the future or the past....they will love where they are because YOU are there.

[NotGolfer]

I confess I didn't read the entire thread---that being said---you cannot have ANY kind of structure (ie kennel) outside. Read your convenances and everything should be spelled out there. You will have to have your dogs leashed when outside unless you have the invisible fences! I would venture to say that perhaps 90% of the folks here have dogs so it must be do-able.

[justjim]

My neighbor says the invisible fence works. But you may have to turn the power up a bit to make it work. I don't have a dog but I've seen some big dogs who not to cross the line! I understand there is also some training involved. Court Yard Villa's have a lot of dogs. I guess its hard to find one with a two car garage.

[hotrodgirl]

My dogs here in the Chicago area have always had a fenced yard. I wondered as well about TV as I am building a designer. I just wanted a bit more space than the CYV. Then someone on TOTV pointed out that the gators, bears and coyotes pop up in yards now and again. So I will not take the chance and leave my pups unattended! Lots of walks for us which will do us all a world of good!

[eweissenbach]

Originally Posted by justjim

My neighbor says the invisible fence works. But you may have to turn the power up a bit to make it work. I don't have a dog but I've seen some big dogs who not to cross the line! I understand there is also some training involved. Court Yard Villa's have a lot of dogs. I guess its hard to find one with a two car garage.

The invisible fence should work if the dog is trained correctly. However, that will not keep other dogs or animals from coming into the yard, which could cause a problem. There are several cottage/ranch homes in Hemingway on Nash Loop that back to a patio vill neighborhood and have been enclosed in vinyl fence. The Villages had two for sale recently, but I think both have subsequently been sold - both were Amarillo/Sun Kissed. You might watch the ads or ask your realtor to watch for something like that. Good luck.

[shcisamax]

We built a large birdcage with a pool and our dog is very happy with the exercise. I take him for walks in the morning or afternoons or both and he seems pretty darn content. Lays about in the sun on the lanaii. Does bark a little when the golfers come too close but that is a good thing.

[eweissenbach]

Originally Posted by NotGolfer

I confess I didn't read the entire thread---that being said---you cannot have ANY kind of structure (ie kennel) outside. Read your convenances and everything should be spelled out there. You will have to have your dogs leashed when outside unless you have the invisible fences! I would venture to say that perhaps 90% of the folks here have dogs so it must be do-able.

How about a birdcage with part or all in grass
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Originally Posted by justjim
My neighbor says the invisible fence works. But you may have to turn the power up a bit to make it work. I don't have a dog but I've seen some big dogs who not to cross the line! I understand there is also some training involved. Court Yard Villa's have a lot of dogs. I guess its hard to find one with a two car garage.

The invisible fence should work if the dog is trained correctly. However, that will not keep other dogs or animals from coming into the yard, which could cause a problem. There are several cottage/ranch homes in Hemingway on Nash Loop that back to a patio vill neighborhood and have been enclosed in vinyl fence. The Villages had two for sale recently, but I think both have subsequently been sold - both were Amarillo/Sun Kissed. You might watch the ads or ask your realtor to watch for something like that. Good luck.



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