Frequently Asked Questions

Dog Guard Out of Sight Fencing is an electric dog fence system that is installed underground by burying a single wire as a complete loop along the entire perimeter of your property. This underground boundary can also include certain portions of your yard, such as a pool or garden. Your dog is safely contained within your yard with the boundaries you are comfortable with.

First, a transmitter is installed in a convenient location, such as the garage or basement. Then, the wire loop is placed underground. The transmitter sends a harmless radio signal through the wire, which is picked up by the small receiver on the dog’s collar. When the dog nears the wire, the receiver in the pet’s collar picks up the signal and gives off the owner’s choice of an audible warning or mild correction.

The correction has been thoroughly tested and proven to be harmless. It is a mild static pulsation, similar to a shock from a doorknob, yet unpleasant enough that the dog will quickly learn to avoid it. The whole purpose of a good pet containment system is to contain your pet without correcting him all the time. The Dog Guard system along with the training your pet receives ensures that your pet learns the boundary and stays away from it. Most pets will never sustain more than two or three corrections. Remember the level of correction must be greater than the level of distraction.

The boundary is marked off with flags, creating a visible boundary line for the pet. For two weeks, the dog owner should spend fifteen minutes, twice daily, exercising the dog around the flag boundary. If the dog moves toward the flags, he should be told “NO!” The dog should then be moved away from the flags and given lots of praise. By using this technique, the dog will quickly learn where the boundary is located. Later, once the dog becomes familiar with the visible boundary, the flags can be removed. Remember, praise and repetition are the keys to success!

When the system is installed, we mark the boundary with flags to create a visual perimeter for you and your pet. We recommend spending fifteen minutes, twice daily, walking your dog around the flag boundary for two weeks.

If your dog moves toward the flags, firmly say "NO!". Guide your dog away from the perimeter and reward them with plenty of praise and affection.

Using this method, your dog will swiftly learn the boundary's location and understand to avoid it. Once your dog is familiar and comfortable, you can remove the boundary flags. Consistency, patience, and positive reinforcement are essential for successful training!

Dog Guard costs much less than traditional fencing, such as a vinyl fence, aluminum fence or chain link fence. More importantly, a Dog Guard pet containment system has none of the maintenance and aesthetic problems. The final cost can vary, depending on the size of the property and the number of dogs on the system. However, we work directly with the manufacturer, so there are no middleman costs, and the cost of your Dog Guard system may be lower than you think.

Our product stands out and exceeds other dog fencing competitors on the market for several reasons:

• Dog Guard fencing comes with a generous 30-day money-back guarantee, allowing pet owners ample time to undergo the training process and ensure the system meets their needs.

• Both the receiver and transmitter feature a lifetime warranty against power surges and lightning strikes, providing peace of mind.

• Dog Guard offers a straightforward, user-friendly system that provides a practical and effective solution for pet owners seeking to safeguard their dogs.

• The DG 9 XT is the most powerful receiver available, featuring waterproof durability. Even with a 75% reduction in correction, it remains unmatched in power on the market.

• Our innovative DG Micro Receiver is one of the smallest units available, making it ideal for pet owners with small dogs and even cats.

• Our systems can create a perimeter covering up to 50 acres of property and support over 25 dogs simultaneously with collars, ensuring comprehensive protection for multiple pets.

You want a pet fencing system that is backed by a manufacturer that can be contacted whenever there is a problem. Some pets train quicker than others and some pets cannot be trained at all. In general, the amount of correction must be greater than the level of distraction. The correction is not harmful, but it must be effective enough so your pet learns to respect its boundaries.

Our transmitter has three colored indicator lights. The power and loop lights should be on all the time, while the fault light will only come on in the event of an electrical surge or lightning damage.

Even if the ground is frozen we can install a Dog Guard Out of Sight Fence on your property. We use special techniques to anchor the wire to the ground while the ground is frozen and in the spring when the ground thaws we will return (at no extra charge) and bury the wire underground for you. Don’t let an ugly fence ruin your view!