How Our Hidden Fences Work
Yes, our underground fence works. We guarantee it! Our unique GentleSteps™ technology and training method is why we offer a CONTAINMENT GUARANTEE.
Hidden Pet Fence Installation
First, we use Google Earth to visualize and design your solution.
Next, we professionally install jacketed copper wire to create your pet’s boundaries .
We then install a transmitter in your garage, or anywhere on your property that has an electrical outlet, to send out a radio signal through the wire that gets detected by the receiver collar that is worn by your pet.
We then use our Gentle Steps™ training method to train you and your pet. When they approach the boundary limit, they receive an audible warning followed by a harmless but startling correction if they don’t turn back.
Each dog will have their own personal settings to ensure comfort and safety.
Our collars work with wireless transmitters for inside your home.
GentleSteps™ Remote Training
The training your pet receives is arguably the most important factor to a successful installation.
If your pet is not trained properly, they may end up confused. That’s why we train using the Pet Stop® exclusive GentleSteps™ training method.
Unlike other pet fence systems, ours uses barely perceptible levels of collar stimulation – just a tickle – during the initial training phase.
The GentleSteps™ training method is extremely gentle and uses low levels of correction with positive reinforcement. Not only do pets learn boundaries faster with GentleSteps™, but the training is also fun.
The end result is a happier, healthier, safely contained pet!
Layout Options
We can design a wire solution for any yard. Using Google Earth or with an onsite consultation, we can give you a pet containment solution that fits with how you and your pet are used to enjoying your yard.
Many layout options are available. The following are some of our more popular layouts and each allows your pet specific areas to roam depending on your needs.
Standard System - Definitely the most popular layout available, the standard perimeter layout encloses your entire yard. Your pet will be able to roam to their heart’s content on your whole property, without worry of escape.
Standard System with Exclusion Zone - While the standard perimeter layout encloses your entire yard, you can still have your garden, pool, playset or flower beds wired as an off-limits area for your pets. They will still be able to enjoy exercising on your whole property, without trampling your plants or chewing up the kids swings.
Hour Glass or Dual Zone System Installation - This layout is also very popular. Instead of enclosing the entire yard, the front and back yards are protected separately - the space between is a restricted zone. In order to move between the front and back yards your pet will need to go through the house or garage, allowing you more control over your pet’s movements.
Back Yard Single Loop System - A variation of the Hour Glass System. Sometimes the front yard is not a good place for pets. Whether it’s prized landscape, a pet-free kids’ play zone, or simply personal preference, this type of layout is also very popular. Your pets can have full back yard access, and be allowed inside without crossing a boundary. If someone leaves a door open, no problem. All exit points are covered to prevent escape.
The Double Loop or Banana Loop System - This layout encloses either the front or back yard only, using the house as part of the boundary. While very useful when necessary, it is less popular than most other layouts. The Double Loop is generally used on larger properties, or on properties with physical fence on 3 sides with the double loop enclosing the open side.
Yard Link System with common Play Area - This layout is for neighbors who want to let their pets play together. By overlapping two systems your pets are safely contained with a common play area.
Indoor Solutions - Keeps pets out of certain areas inside the home and can also be used to keep pets from exiting out the front door. Great for keeping cats off nice furniture or dogs out of the garbage bin.