Underground Dog Fences in New Jersey

Pricing is based on your property, so it starts with an evaluation by a Local Pro. The main factors are how much of the yard you want covered, how many dogs you have, and what the wire has to cross or avoid, like driveways, sidewalks, pavers and gardens. You get an estimate that includes professional installation and training, and Dog Guard has no monthly fees.

Three full business days, not counting weekends and holidays. New Jersey One Call is the free statewide service, reached by dialing 811, and the requirement covers excavators and contractors working for homeowners. Ask your Local Pro how they handle the markout request for your job. Private lines like sprinklers or a lamp post feed aren't marked by utilities, so point them out to your Local Pro.

Training is everything, and it's included. New Jersey honored the Seeing Eye dog, trained in Morristown, as its state dog in 2020, a good reminder of what patient training can do. Your Local Pro teaches your dog the boundary using flags, warning tones and gradual correction, then shows you how to keep practicing. How long it takes depends on your dog, so ask your Local Pro what to expect.

Only if an approved surge protector was used. Summer thunderstorms and shore storms are a fact of life in New Jersey, so ask your Local Pro about adding one. The Limited Lifetime Manufacturer Warranty covers transmitters, receivers and surge protectors for 15 years from the date of sale against defects when registered within 30 days. The transmitter also alerts you to power surges or a line break.

Often you can, but your association has the final word. About 1.5 million New Jerseyans live in roughly 7,300 community associations, and many restrict visible fences. An underground dog fence leaves the yard looking the same, which is why many boards allow it, but always read your covenants and check with the architectural committee before scheduling an install.

Small lots are where a buried-wire fence really shines. New Jersey is the most densely populated state in the country, and plenty of yards are narrow, close to the sidewalk, and shared with a driveway. A buried wire keeps the boundary exactly where it's placed, while GPS collars can drift up to 10 feet and typically need big yards. Your Local Pro can also keep your dog out of flower beds.

Sandy ground is a normal install for South Jersey. The Pine Barrens alone cover well over a million acres of sandy, acidic soil, and shore towns sit on sand too. Your Local Pro checks for irrigation, pavers, pool equipment and tree roots and plans the route around them. The FreedomPro receiver is IP67 water resistant, handy for dogs who find every puddle.

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.