How To Train A Dog With An Electric Fence

Introduction

Training dogs to learn not to cross electric fences is a bit trickier than training them not to cross a physical fence. You have to acclimate them slowly by first working with the shock collar, then progress to installing the electric fence and working with your dog on a lead near the newly-installed fencing. Finally, you can combine both types of boundary systems until your dog no longer crosses either type of boundary.

Before you install the physical fencing, get your dog used to their new shock collar by wearing it and giving them small shocks to get them used to the feeling.

Make sure that the collar is not tight on your dog’s neck. It should be loose enough for two fingers to fit between their neck and the collar without discomfort. The same goes for fitting it properly around their neck; if you don’t want any space between the two, then take in consideration that this could lead to skin irritation or even rubbing, which can cause more problems than having a little bit of extra space in there.

When checking whether or not your dog likes it, make sure they aren’t afraid of either wearing it or being shocked with it as well as making sure they don’t feel uncomfortable while wearing it (especially if they have sensitive skin).

The first day, after you have trained your dog with the shock collar, you can move on to installing the actual fence.

The first day, after you have trained your dog with the shock collar, you can move on to installing the actual fence. Start by working with your dog on a lead, keeping them close and training them to move away from the fence and back toward you when they get shocked. This is an important step because it will teach them that they are safe with you as long as they stay within the boundaries of your yard.

Start by working with your dog on a lead, keeping them close and training them to move away from the fence and back toward you when they get shocked.

The first step in training your dog to use an electric fence is to work with them on a lead, keeping them close and training them to move away from the fence and back toward you when they get shocked. The best way to do this is by using positive reinforcement techniques. Using a shock collar can also be effective, as long as it’s adjusted correctly and used correctly (more on that later).

A remote or leash is one option for keeping your dog nearby while training them how not to shock themselves. However, if you have an older dog who is reluctant about walking alongside the boundary line, a long line may be more appropriate for now.

When you see that your dog is learning not to cross the boundary of the physical fence, it’s time to try out the electric one.

Once you’ve got your physical fence up, it’s time to think about the electric one.

When you see that your dog is learning not to cross the boundary of the physical fence, it’s time to try out the electric one. For example: If he knows he can’t get through the chain link, but still tries anyway because maybe this time will be different… well then he should learn that touching that little wire does something seriously unpleasant for him (and also let him know where his yard is).

You may need to repeat previous steps if your dog seems confused about which boundary is giving them shocks on any given day.

If you think your dog is still confused about which boundary is giving them shocks, or if they are trying to cross the fence again and again, you may need to go back and do a little more training. This can include repeating steps 1-4, or doing step 5 in order to teach your dog that the shock from their collar will not stop until they move away from the shock zone.

Keep working with your dog until they learn that neither fence is something they should test—physical or electric.

As you continue to work with your dog, remember that it is important to not let them get away with crossing the fence. Do not let them ignore the warning beep or shock. Be consistent! The same goes for any physical fence that you may have around your yard or property: if they are going to test that boundary then they must experience correction from both sides of the fence.

You want your dog to learn that neither type of boundary is something they should test—physical or electric.

Once they’ve learned not to cross either boundary, you can start using both fences together.

Once they’ve learned not to cross either boundary, you can start using both fences together. The electric fence will keep your dog safely in the yard, and the physical fence will keep them from running off into the street. If you have any areas where there are dangers like traffic or water, you can use an electric collar to keep them out of these areas.

Conclusion

When you’ve got all the steps down, your dog will be able to be let loose in the backyard without worrying that they’ll run away or get hurt. They’ll know exactly where their boundaries are, and what happens when they don’t stay within them.