Dog Fence Digging Stop

Yep by assaulting your dogs keen sense of smell you can stop his digging in his tracks.

Dog fence digging stop. If your fence is see through or has big cracks in it try covering it with a waterproof fabric since dogs often dig when they see something they want on the other side of the fence. Not only does dig defence stop dogs from digging under the fence dig defence also protects against predators and unwanted wildlife such as skunks opossums and coyotes. Terriers and dachshunds for example were bred to hunt badgers. Place chain link fencing on the ground anchored to the bottom of the fence to make it uncomfortable for your dog to walk near the fence.

Some dogs have been bred to dig. All you need is a nasty scent. All type of fences can be secured with dig defence including but not limited to chain link wood privacy and wrought iron. If you know digging will be a major problem for you investigate a dog breed s propensity for digging before selecting a new pet.

Bury a 3 to 4 foot tall chicken wire fence about 1 5 to 2 feet deep. You add the chicken wire in an l shape along the bottom of your fence. Place large rocks partially buried along the bottom of the fence line. Keep in mind that digging is a natural instinct for most dogs and is unlikely to be completely stopped.

The most effective digging deterrent smell we tested was red cayenne pepper. If the fence is made of chicken ire it can be bent into an l shape which goes into the soil. Bend it into an l shape so it touches the ground and the fence. Work with your dog on behavior modification to stop their escape efforts.

Installing a chicken wire under the fence. Chicken wire can be dug into the soil under the fence up to an estimated 2 feet. It s not as complicated as it may sound. To stop your dog from digging under your fence train it to stay away by firmly telling it no and moving it away from the fence whenever you notice it digging.

Sprinkle a small amount of this powder wherever your dog is digging. Bury the bottom of the fence one to two feet below the surface.