How to Keep My Dog From Scalling My Six Foot Block Wall

Some people believe that the family dog will not be able to jump a tall wall or fence. This is not always the case. Some breeds have the ability to jump a 6-foot wall in order to achieve freedom, chase a cat or simply go exploring. There are several ways any dog owner can keep his dog in the backyard and out of the neighborhood.

Things You'll Need

  • Dog toys
  • Dog treats
  • Electrified fence
  • Extra blocks
  • Fencing
  • Long chain or cable
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Instructions

    • 1

      Offer your dog several distractions when outside. These could include toys, dog bones, balls or flying discs. The dog wants your attention most of all. Toys, activities and owner attention might keep the dog interested, and away from stimulus that might be luring him to jump the wall.

    • 2

      Keep an eye on the dog while it is outside. Tell it "No" in a stern voice when it walks toward the wall. Reward the dog with a treat and praise if it stops or turns away from the wall. Repeat this activity each time you see the dog attempting to jump. Eventually it will learn that staying in the yard results in rewards.

    • 3

      Install an electric fence around the perimeter of the inside of the wall. The dog will feel a slight shock each time it attempts to jump the fence. Eventually the dog will learn its boundaries.

    • 4

      Add height to the fence. This can come in the form of an additional 2 to 3-feet of blocks on top of the existing wall, or a decorative, wooden-lattice fence. The extra height will make it less likely that the dog will make it over the wall.