Imagine this: you have finally closed the deal for the house that you've been
wanting for so long. You have everything you wanted including that wonderful
garden you have always dreamed of. However, when the next day you go see your
garden, you notice that many of the flowers have been damaged or unrooted. It
makes you freak out, because the day before it was ok. You then turn around to
see the family dog greet you and cover you with the same mud that his paws are
covered with. It's maybe time to invest in an invisible fence.
Benefits and Drawbacks of An Invisible Fence
Most times people buy an invisible fence when they have a very playful and
active dog. Because of their nature, dogs tend to experiment with things by
barking at them, digging them, or munching on them. That's when an invisible
fence can be helpful. The fence will limit the dog to an area so that it doesn't
destroy flowers or gardens by accident. It can be a great deterrent for dogs but
most times an invisible fence includes some sort of punishment for the animal if
he crosses it.
The punishment is normally some sort of electric shock that stings the animal
for a bit. You might remember some behavior experiments where dogs are rewarded
and punished in order to modify their behavior. In this case, if the dog gets
within a certain distance of an invisible fence it will receive some form of
shock.
The shock is administered through a collar that the dog wears. The owner should
adjust the intensity of the collar so that it's not so mild that the furry and
thicker skin of the dog prevents it from feeling the shock, but not so high that
the shock hurts it. After a bit of experimentation (not on the dog, of course),
you'll find the right level that will work nicely.
An invisible fence is a good idea to keep your dog within a fixed area without altering your property. Your dog will not be able to destroy gardens or other things in your garden. In addition, an invisible fence will protect your dog from running towards guests or running cars.
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