An electric dog fence is one of the safest forms of dog containment available, and can be a much more effective option than a physical fence in many circumstances. There are several key ways that electric fences ensure the safety of pets.

For instance, an electric dog fence works by establishing boundaries, so it's far more of a training tool than other forms of dog containment. Dogs are trained to understand where their areas are and where they aren't allowed to go, so even if an electric dog fence malfunctions, the dog will stay within its owner's yard if it has been properly trained. There's no safer option than good training.

An electric dog fence also prevents dogs from digging or jumping, as the design of the systems works on a three dimensional plane. The fence doesn't care where the dog is--if it's crossing the boundary, the dog will get a warning, then a light shock.

Some of our fences are also portable, and ensure pet safety on camping trips and in other situations where a dog might not understand its normal boundaries. An electric dog fence can help a dog to understand where it's expected to stay. It keeps the dog safe from dangers like cars, other animals, and people, and also contributes to dog training. Ultimately, there's no substitute for an electric dog fence as a great, dependable dog containment device.