Invisible electronic fences can prevent catastrophe

Invisible electronic fences  or  fenceless borders  is an electronic system designed to guide  pets  or other pets along a set of predetermined boundaries without the use of physical barriers. A slight electronic shock is delivered via the electronic collar if the prior audible warning of the animal is not sufficient. The system was invented and patented by Richard Peck back in 1973 and was held by Invisible Fence Co, now known as  Invisible Fence Inc,  until 1990 . Due to the small amount of shocks, we do not use the term electric fence, fence.

 Invisible electronic fence technology , fences

The pet wears a light  collar  that emits a warning sound as the pet crosses the border. If the warning is ignored and the pet crosses the fence, the pet gets a mild  electric shock  from the collar. The stimulus received by a pet can be used more often and with greater power as the animal approaches the border. The pet soon learns not to cross the border and avoid the invisible location of the fence, making it an effective virtual barrier. Animals (including humans) that do not wear a collar are not affected by the restrictions.

Although these invisible fences are referred to as "wireless fences," these fences are less accurately designated as electronic pet restraint systems. In cost analysis, they turned out to be much cheaper and more aesthetically pleasing than physical fences. [2]  However, electronic fencing may not be effective if the animal crosses the line of excitement. [3]  House fences are also sometimes used for  livestock  in circumstances where conventional  farm fencing  is not appropriate or legal, for example on British  common land  .

Variants of electronic invisible fences, fences

In some invisible pet fencing systems, there is a wire (which can be buried) that emits a  radio  signal to activate the receiving collar. Other house fences are wireless. Instead of using an underground wire, they emit a radio signal from the central unit and activate when the house cart exceeds a certain  radius  from the unit.

The second is a collar that uses  GPS signals   to determine the proximity of a predefined "virtual fence" without the need for physical installation. This system allows for additional flexibility, such as simpler integration of "islands" within the containment area and easier border changes, although the location of the border is not accurate due to GPS tolerances.

In addition, some collars have multiple settings, allowing owners to have a collar of just a tone or one of several levels of static shock, with higher levels being used for larger and stronger dogs. [4]

Underground fence 

An underground fence  is an electronic system that prevents an animal from leaving the yard. For the dug wire around the area being used, it is filled with coded signals. As the pet approaches the buried fence line, the ring makes a warning sound and then sends a harmless electrical pulse to the pet. 

The first commercial underground pet fence system in a predetermined area was patented by Richard Peck, owner of the Invisible Fence Company in 1974. The Peck underground fence was also the first limitless livestock containment system. In 1987, Peck successfully cared for domestic goats in a restricted area with  RF  clamps designed for dogs. [5]  Invisible Fence, Inc. is currently owned by Radio Systems Corporation.

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Wireless dog fence - truth - do they work?

Wireless dog fence - is it an easier solution?

How does a wireless dog fence sound? When considering installing an electronic dog fence will be one of the factors "do I have to install a boundary wire?  Wireless dog fence seems to be an easy solution b cut the boundary wire that needs to be buried, just plug in and go!

For more than 40 years, the electronic dog fence has been used to protect pets. Traditionally, this involved bathing or installing a boundary wire circuit to keep a cat or dog confined within a restricted area. The idea of ​​simply joining and leaving seems a lot easier, but why aren’t these fences more popular?

The wireless dog fence includes the installation of a transmitter in the center of the property. From the central transmitter, a circular signal creates a no-go area around the garden. It sounds simple enough, but the downside is that the property owner has to consider several main facts when inspecting a wireless dog fence.

Consideration of reinstalling a wireless dog fence

circle of the wireless fence area

The wireless fence creates a circular area around the border.

  • Wireless dog fencing may not be suitable for narrow spaces - the property must be at least 30 meters wide.
  • Field challenges: The location of the land may not be appropriate. Wireless dog fencing is not ideal for sloping or terraced gardens.
  • Forested areas can interrupt the signal. Similarly, metal objects and fences can have a strong effect on the signal leading to dead spots. This happens  with all AM  electronic dog fences.
  • The wireless collar for the dog fence cannot be worn indoors, as it can activate objects in the house - TVs and dimming switches and other household appliances.
  • Waving the fence - the border with the wireless dog fence fluctuates, so the dog's border will change and cause confusion / danger to the dog.
  • Wireless fencing cannot be used in houses that have  a signal amplifier or smart meter.
  • The collar of the wireless dog fence receiver is heavy and bulky and is not really suitable for small dogs or cats.
  • It does not give proper warning if a pet enters the area.

The wireless fence works for some owners. It would be fair to say that this product is probably more suitable for American houses where the house is on an open flat plot. For British households, most gardens are already fenced, and a wireless dog fence is a replacement. For American houses, perhaps the only restraining parameter is the wireless fence. If the area doesn’t cover every inch of the property, it’s not so crucial. If the owner has a garden in the UK, if the owner has a fence around the border and installs an inner circular area, this is confusing for the dog.

Even if the owner is willing to remove the computer collar when the dog enters the house, a wireless fence would be a good option.

Most owners will agree that waving the limit for a pet is unfair, if a wireless dog fence is added as a secondary fence, this may not be such an important issue.

Advantages of wireless dog fencing

  • Quick and easy installation.
  • No boundary wire needs to be laid - so the cable cannot be damaged.

What about wired systems?

a wire dog fence runs along the edge of the property.  Electronic dog fences can be used on all sizes or shapes of garden

A wire fence can be used to cover irregular boundaries even on undulating terrain and can create internal loops to cover pools or play areas.

The advantage of a wire dog fence over a wireless fence is that it can be used for  any property in any terrain  . Even  FM systems *  do not provide false activation collar for pets both inside and outside, so the collar can be worn both inside and outside. Different wire fence technology makes the size and weight of the collars much smaller and lighter. The collars used for wireless dog fences are heavier and more voluminous due to the antenna and batteries.

* Dog Fence UK are the only electronic dog fences worldwide for us  FM signal  .

  • A wire fence for dogs can be installed on any terrain and can cover irregular shapes or wavy borders.
  • If an FM system is used, incorrect activation is not guaranteed on the collar.
  • The limit is consistent - there is no mixed message for the dog.
  • It can cover a larger area - up to 6 km of border wire (350 hectares).
  • Collars are smaller and lighter (suitable for all breeds and cats).
  • It always gives an audible warning.

Weaknesses of a wire dog fence

  • The boundary wire can break, so it is advisable to bury the wire
  • The installation will take longer
  • It’s not that easy to move from house to house.

 

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