There are people who like to have a nice, solid fence around their yard. They like the way the fence surrounds the yard and makes it look complete. Besides, it prevents their dog from going to the neighbor’s garden and making a mess, or even worse, it stops the dog from getting involved in a traffic accident. Then again, there are some fences that can be jumped over or dug under, rendering them useless. A good solution would be putting up a taller fence or making concrete groundwork. A better solution would be installing a wireless dog fence. These dog fences provide your pet with all the necessary space to roam and leave you without worries. The system can be installed in a day and your dog can get used to it within a week. If you’re wondering how to set one up, you’ve come to the right place. Let’s take a look at how the process goes.
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Installing a Wireless Dog Fence
Step 1: Put the Electric Dog Fence Transmitter in the Right Place
First and foremost, you have to determine the layout of the fence. It is the area where your dog can safely roam and play. The transmitter, also known as the main unit of the wireless fence, has to be set up in a tactical spot to make the best use of your yard. A lot of people choose a whole-yard design, but sometimes that is not the finest option due to the yard form. The installation spot of the transmitter will determine the precise location of your containment area; it will be in the center of the pet zone.
You need to watch out for these things when choosing the optimal spot for the transmitter:
- The power outlet should be close enough to power the transmitter. A best-case scenario is to put it near an outer wall and away from concrete ones; concrete walls make the emitted signal weaker.
- Metal appliances should be kept away from the transmitter, minimum 3 feet away.
- It should not be on the second floor of the house; it is best if you keep it on the ground floor, slightly elevated from the ground.
Step 2: Activate The Signal Receiver Collar
Put a working battery in the collar to make it functional. There are models that come with disposable batteries, which usually last for 1 to 3 months and are very affordable. Other models can be recharged directly, or require removable batteries that can be recharged. These collars can hold their own for a few days before recharging. After you get that done, you have to turn the collar on. The last thing you need to do is to approach the signal transmitter with the collar in your hand, press a button and wait for a few seconds until the registration process is finished.
Step 3: Set the Optimal Radius
The maximum radius can be anywhere between 90 and 250 feet, depending on the model of your fence. The procedure for setting also varies with different fences. On some fences, you will have to turn a knob on the control unit, and on some fences, the radius can be set electronically.
Step 4: Set the Right Correction Level
The procedure involves one of the two approaches:
- On some models, you have to press the “MODE” button on the collar and wait for a flash. After that, you will hear few beeps and the number of beeps signifies the currently set correction level ( 1 beep = level one, 2 beeps = level two, etc.). What level you choose depends on how many times you press the MODE button.
- On more advanced models, the correction level can be set directly from the main control unit, without changing the collar.
Keep in mind not to set the correction level randomly and refer to the manual for instructions.
Step 5: Plant The Training Flags
The final step is planting the training flags. This step will most probably be the longest. You need to do this as follows:
- Take the receiver collar and slowly approach the boundary zone
- Wait until you hear a beep, stop moving, and plant a flag in front of you
- Move away from the border and repeat first two steps across the length of the entire zone.
- The flags should be around 7 to 10 feet away from one another
Once you’re done with the installation process, it is time for your dog to get used to the boundaries. All you have to do now is watch your furry friend run and enjoy his new playground. This is one of the most frequently asked questions about electric dog fences and hopefully, after reading this guide you can feel more confident about putting one in your yard for your dog.
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