What does DC law say about letting a dog roam?
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The D.C. Code says an owner or custodian shall not allow an animal to go at large, and it requires dogs on school grounds and public recreation areas, other than dog parks, to be leashed or otherwise under adequate control. A buried-wire fence is one tool owners use to help keep a dog in the yard, but it doesn't replace a leash on walks and this isn't legal advice. Check current DC rules for your situation.
Is there a Dog Guard Local Pro in Washington, DC?
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Not yet. There isn't a Dog Guard Local Pro listed for the District right now. Call the Dog Guard Home Office at (800) 865-0495 to ask what options might exist for your address. If you already have a Dog Guard system, the Home Office can still help with support, and replacement batteries are available at dogguard.com/products/batteries, so your collar keeps working while DC waits for a Local Pro.
Could I start a Dog Guard business serving DC?
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Possibly, and the District is open territory. Dog Guard is sold only through independent, locally owned Local Pros, which is why the company has been at this for 35+ years one neighborhood at a time. If you'd like to be the person who brings professional underground dog fence installation and training to Capitol Hill, Petworth, and beyond, start at dogguard.com/join to learn about the dealer opportunity.
Does an underground dog fence work in a small DC rowhouse backyard?
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It's built for tight spaces like that. The boundary follows a buried wire, so it stays exactly where it was placed instead of drifting. GPS systems can vary by up to 10 feet, which could be most of a narrow rowhouse yard, and they typically need large lots. The collar unit weighs under 2 ounces and fits dogs from about 4 pounds up, which suits plenty of city dogs. Call the Home Office about options while DC has no Local Pro.
Can I put an "invisible" dog fence in my DC front yard?*
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Check first, because that front strip may not be yours. In DC, the grassy area between the private property line and the sidewalk is often 'public parking,' which is District-owned public space that homeowners maintain. DDOT says anyone installing a fixture in public space needs an approved permit. Before planning any boundary out front, confirm where your property line actually sits and ask DDOT about your specific situation.
Is Dog Guard® the same as Invisible Fence®?
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No. The terms "invisible", "invisible fence" and "invisible fencing" are registered and considered trademarks by Invisible Fence, Inc. Electronic pet fences with a buried wire are often referred to as "invisible fences", but Dog Guard® should not be confused with the Invisible Fence, Inc. Dog Guard® is not affiliated in any way with the Invisible Fence, Inc. Dog Guard® and Out of Sight Fencing® are registered trademarks of Sunward Electronics, Inc.
