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How Much Does an Invisible Fence Cost

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  The answer is:  It depends!   On a very high level, the cost for keeping your dog safe with an electronic or invisible type of a fence is significantly less than any physical fence you could buy.  There is much less material, and the labor is usually far less also.  An electric fence may even be 10% of the cost of the fancier aluminum fencing that is now required by many homeowner associations.  And, the good news is, an underground fence is far more effective at safety containing dogs! The specific cost will depend on several factors.  Of course, if you install it yourself you will save a considerable amount of money.  Naturally, there is a trade-off to this cost saving.  You will be limited to the hardware that you can find at your local hardware store or what is available on the internet.  Professional dog fencing companies often use hardware that is not available to the public.  Most importantly, you will miss out on the ...

Derby's Pet Fence - Safeguarding Your Furry Friends

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  Bringing a pet into your home adds immeasurable joy and companionship. Yet, ensuring their safety is a paramount concern. Enter Derby's Pet Fence , your reliable ally in establishing secure spaces for your beloved pets. In this blog, we'll delve into the benefits of Derby's Pet Fence and how it contributes to the well-being of your pets while providing you with peace of mind. Prioritizing Pet Safety with Derby's Pet Fence 1. Tailored Solutions : Recognizing the uniqueness of every pet and property, Derby's Pet Fence offers customized pet containment solutions to suit your specific requirements. Whether you have a sprawling backyard or a cozy courtyard, their experts can design a fence that aligns with your space. 2. Professional Installation: Leave the installation to the professionals. Derby's Pet Fence takes pride in delivering expert installation services, ensuring the fence is secure, reliable, and effective in keeping your pets safe within the designated...

Electric / Electronic Fence Installation Process

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  Understanding Electornic Dog Fencing Instalation Derby’s Pet Fence has been installing electronic fencing for almost 20 years, so we sometimes assume that customers know what to expect.  But, if you have never had one before, the expectations may be quite varied, and the wrong expectation may prevent someone from keeping their dog safe. The installation of our type of fencing (sometimes commonly referred to as invisible fencing or underground fencing) requires that a wire get buried around the property, or the area where you want to contain your dog.  It also requires that one part of the electronics be mounted inside the house.   Burying the Wire and Protecting Your Lawn While hundreds of feet of wire must be buried, rest easy in knowing that it will barely cause any perceived disturbance to your lawn.  The wire is a relatively thin gauge (thinner than the thickness of a pencil) and can easily be buried a few different ways that will cause almost no disr...

How Does Electronic Fencing Work

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  Understanding Dog Electronic Fencing Technology Electronic fencing has become a popular way to keep dogs safe.  Derby’s Pet Fence has been installing and servicing this type of fencing for almost 20 years.  While these fences are very popular, many people have misunderstandings of how the technology actually works.  Below is a brief and very high-level explanation of the technology that is used. When you have your dog fence installed, either you or the company you hire will bury a copper wire around the containment area for your dog.  Since the vast majority of dogs come in the house, the wire must make a continuous “loop” and the house must be inside of this loop.  The loop can be any shape and can contain anywhere from a 1/4 acre lot all the way up to a 100 acre farm.  The key is that the wire must be in one continuous loop – it must start and stop at the same location with no breaks in the path.  Again, the house must be inside of this loop....

Benefits of an Invisible (Electronic) Fence versus a Physical Fence

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  The days of letting your dog roam free are long gone. All responsible dog owners need a reliable way to keep their dog safe and to keep them from bothering the neighbors. The choices are to install a traditional physical fence (regardless of construction material used), or to install an electric or electronic fence. These fences are often generically referred to as an invisible fence or an underground fence. Like anything in life, there are trade-offs and no one solution is best for all situations. Here are some of the basic benefits and drawbacks to consider for each: The cost of physical fences varies widely in price depending on the material used and if you do it yourself. Electronic fencing is usually a fraction of the cost of a physical fence. When looking at fencing strictly as it relates to dog safety, physical fences have several limitations. First and foremost, they almost always must be limited to the backyard only. Even if your HOA would allow fencing in the front, the...

Customer Service at Derby’s Pet Fence Blog (perhaps a bit of a rant)

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  Today I tried to order a part for a piece of equipment for the business.  I had the experience that I have had many times over the years and I am sure you have also.  I called the company with what I was told was the needed product number.  I called the phone number I found with an on-line search.  I was so happy that I was able to find a phone number as so many companies tend to hide it (if they even have one) and force all interaction to be electronic.  I got the man’s name (Jeff) and proceeded to ask for the price of the part I needed.  He said I also needed a serial number.  So, I hung up and did more research and got the number.  When I called back and asked for Jeff – that wasn’t possible.  Why not I asked?  Because there were nine Jeffs at the company and I would need his last name or initial.  O.K. – Perhaps you can help.  This was Ben.  I gave Ben the two sets of numbers I now had and he said I needed a Mod...