Dog Shocked Electric Fence Treatment

A lot of dog owners face the trouble of runaway dogs or dogs that are a little too adventurous for their own good. In light of the potential dangers of a dog waltzing off all by itself, or even of it harassing the neighbors by strolling by their front lawns, many dog owners attempt to train their dogs to remain literally "within their limits." One of the methods that is fast gaining popularity is the electric fence treatment.

  1. What Is an Electric Fence?

    • An electric fence is a fence that works in tandem with a transmitter attached to the collar of your dog. If your dog moves too close to the fence, he gets a minor shock that warns him from trying to cross the fence.

      Electric fences can be broadly categorized into two types: visible and invisible fences.

    Invisible Electric Fences

    • An invisible fence, as the name suggests, is hidden underground. Made of wire and other associated hardware, it is attached to a low voltage power source. The sensors on the fence are activated when the dog approaches. If your canine gets too close, a mild electric shock is transmitted through the collar, which is a warning signal. Some companies choose to replace the shock with audio alerts that are supposed to do the same job.

    Visible Electric Fences

    • A visible fence is a barrier that stands above the ground and is made of wires that carry electric current. These currents are low voltage and there is no fear of any harm to the pet. The main aim of this electric current is to startle the animal into moving away or backing off from the fence.

      While a visible electric fence is far more expensive than an invisible one, it does offer more security to your property. The electric shock running through a visible fence deters the animal from not only crossing it, but also from trying to ram it down.

    Does the Electric Fence Treatment Work?

    • Dog trainers and behaviorists are divided in their opinions regarding the use of electric fence treatment for training dogs. Some are of the opinion that these electric shocks don't cause any harm to the dogs because they have a high threshold for taking pain. Besides, these shocks are not designed to be painful.

      This electric fence may not work on dogs that are high on adrenaline or too high-strung or thick-skinned. They will be largely unaffected by the electric shock, instead heedlessly going right ahead past the fence and bolting out of your yard anyway.

      Many animal psychologists are also of the opinion that shocking dogs into learning something can lead to behavioral complications in the future. The dog may end up being confused and scared, forever anticipating the shock, and always dreading it.