How to Prevent a Dog From Escaping Under a Fence
Sometimes dogs can be escape artists when it comes to getting out of yards. Dogs may jump over fences. Likewise, they often dig into the ground, allowing them to escape by going under the fence. If your dog gets out of your yard, it can be incredibly stressful. Thankfully, you can prevent your dog from escaping under a fence by employing a few tactics.
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Instructions
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Install the fence into the ground. This way there is absolutely no space between the fence and ground. When you install the fence, dig a deep groove and place the fence into it. Pack dirt around the fence once it's installed. You are essentially burying the fence so it extends a few inches into the ground. As a result, your dog will not be able to easily dig a hole under it.
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Consider an underground electric fence. And electric wire is placed 3 to 5 inches beneath ground level. The dog wears an electric collar which delivers a safe, gentle shock if he attempts to cross the fence wire.
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Pour concrete along the base of the fence. The dog will not be able to dig into the concrete, effectively keeping her from escaping under the fence.
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Place chicken wire at the bottom of the fence, along the ground. Use a staple gun to attach the chicken wire to a wooden fence. Opt for plastic or wire ties to attach it to a chain-link or metal fence. Dogs cannot dig through chicken wire and its pointy ends will irritate the dog's legs if he tries to dig through it.
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Keep your dog on a long leash while in the yard. Make the leash long enough that she can fully roam within the yard. She can enjoy the freedom of the yard but will be secured if she tries to escape under the fence.
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Tips & Warnings
Discourage bad behavior by firmly reprimanding your dog when he attempts to escape under the fence.
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sweetiekat57
Jul 05, 2009
Ok. What now? We have tried all the above. She still wants to dig to the point she is digging around the perimeter of where her chain allows her to travel. When we have her too close to the house or any other item she aggressively chews it and attacks it. We are home almost all the time, spend time with her, walk her, talk with her, pet her, feed her IAMS, water her, etc. etc. etc....play with her, just everything you can think of to love your pet. I don't knwo what changed, for she wasn't like this a few weeks ago. Our dog is a Havanese blend and seems very obstinate about this whole thing. Otherwise she is so very sweet and just wants to be petted and loved. Her main goal is to escape and go down the street to other people's homes. We met our neighbors and they have been feeding her chicken legs, pizza, and all those wonderful things she'd love to get off our plate, but ...
