A common concern among pet owners is whether their dog can escape the hidden fence dog containment area. If the initial training is conducted properly, this issue is uncommon.
However, if a dog does manage to get out, it is typically due to one of the following reasons:
1. Collar Not Fitted Properly. The effectiveness of any hidden fence system—such as those from DogWatch® depends on the collar’s contact points touching the dog’s skin. Quality dog containment systems provide an audible or vibrational warning to alert your dog when they approach the boundary. The dog is trained to retreat at this signal. If the collar is too loose, the system cannot deliver the necessary correction, making it ineffective. Whether the dog is new to the hidden fence or has been using it for years, a loose collar will eventually be discovered by the dog.
2. Flat Battery. DogWatch Hidden Fence collars have a battery life ranging from 6 months to 2 years. Other brands may require battery changes every 2-3 months or use rechargeable batteries, which increases the risk of the battery dying unnoticed. A dead battery means the system cannot function, allowing the dog to leave the containment area. Opting for a hidden fence system with a long battery life and a low-battery indicator significantly reduces the risk of escape.
3. Poor Training. Proper training is crucial to the success of any hidden fence system. Hidden Fence in Australia offers training as part of its professional installation service. It’s important to work closely with your trainer so both you and your dog learn the parameters of the hidden fence system. Ongoing training support is provided by Hidden Fence after your hidden dog containment system has been professionally installed. Pet owners must also commit to following through with the training instructions to ensure their dog learns to stay within the yard.
4. Faulty Equipment. Over time, even the best equipment can experience wear and tear. Regularly checking your dog’s collar to ensure it is functioning correctly is essential. Hidden Fence provides tools to easily test your equipment and a warranty on the receiver to cover any potential issues. You should also inspect your hidden fence for any signs of breaks due to gardening or other disturbances.
By ensuring your dog’s collar is properly fitted, the equipment is functioning, the battery is fresh, and you follow through with the training, your dog should remain safely within the containment area.Hidden Fence also has a Smart Fence Dog Containment System that connects to your phone via an App. This allows you to see remotely in real time if the dog containment system is working correctly.
To conclude, while it is possible for a dog to run through a hidden fence, it is highly unlikely with proper installation, proper maintenance and proper training.
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