Has anyone used a wireless fence with success for their Yorkie?

[ladyjane]

Originally Posted by maggiefromnj

A hawk can take a yorkie from inside a real fence as well! Or an owl. Thats why they shouldn't be outside alone anyway. I hadn't thought about human predators....

You are correct...they should always be supervised!

[ShowGirlLola]

Even if you find a few good experiences, will it really out weigh the risks and bad experiences?

It sounds to me like you want a wireless fence and are looking for one good experience to justify it.

IMO you might as well just work on boundry training with positive reinforcement, which is a good idea anyway.

[McheleM]

I put one on my toddler once to keep him from getting out of our yard. He's now 17 and he's fine, if you don't look directly at him, or if you can ignore the tics and spasms.

He's fine.
(Obviously that is full of sarcasm)

Why would you do that to a puppy??? And I don't care if you don't want to hear these remarks, it's part of being on a PUBLIC board. You can skim over the negative posts while you're at the vet with your dog after you electrocute it.

[ladyjane]

Originally Posted by McheleM

I put one on my toddler once to keep him from getting out of our yard. He's now 17 and he's fine, if you don't look directly at him, or if you can ignore the tics and spasms.

He's fine.
(Obviously that is full of sarcasm)

Why would you do that to a puppy??? And I don't care if you don't want to hear these remarks, it's part of being on a PUBLIC board. You can skim over the negative posts while you're at the vet with your dog after you electrocute it.

I know it is not funny, but.........sorry, it tickled me....

[Ricki-Bobby]

We live in a neighborhood without fences or rod iron fences. I had an electric fences up at my old house. The dogs learned real quick. You put up little flags to train and can buy different collars for different weights. You can also adjust the shock. They give warning beeps when you get close.


My lab ran thru and couldn't get back once during training. The yorkies learned super fast. The weekend before my Ricki got out I was talking to my husband about putting it back up because despite the chicken wire, pool safety cover we installed. He was getting out front and was afraid he was gonna get hit by a car. I hadn't done it because they are bulky and heavy. I thought the weight of it would cause more damage than the shock. Having neck and back issues myself.

Well Monday night he got out and drowned in a neighbors pool. So if you have tried all other options, I think it should be considered as a last resource for safety.


When I had it at my old house, after awhile I was able turn the shock down super low and the beep was enough to turn them back around. Hope that helps.

[Ricki-Bobby]

I'd like to add. You still have to boarder train them for it to work. The fences and adjustments take a lot of work. It's not and easy fix. And you should test the shock levels on yourself before your dog. My yorkie was a buff 6.5 and 8lbs. If your dog is 2-3 lbs. I would not suggest it. I've seen people install these inclosed dog runs to a grassy area with dog door from the house so they can let them go potty with a doggy door. Almost like for people that don't let cats go outside. I'm looking into that option for my puppy. We have lots of wildlife and I think he will be allot smaller. I also put the little life jacket on him with reflectors to protect him from the birds.

[Britster]

I am almost positive that ALL invisible fence systems come with a "not for under 10lbs" warning. So if you have a standard size Yorkie, the idea should be moot.

[margaritaville]

When a dog (person) experiences an electrical shock, it can cause a cardiac arrhythmia.

CODE BLUE
Charging paddles
Stand clear
Zap

I know I'll probably get zapped for this but it the way I feel. So zap away!

[joannscpo]

Using an electric fence for a yorkie is like using a taser on an adult!!!!! This is according to my husband who has been exposed to both the electric fence and a taser.....

[Lovetodream88]

Originally Posted by joannscpo

Using an electric fence for a yorkie is like using a taser on an adult!!!!! This is according to my husband who has been exposed to both the electric fence and a taser.....

Except a yorkie is much much much smaller so more like using a taser on a infant!

[Maximo]

Received this email from our homeowners association president who found a wondering dog in front of her house:

"If you know anyone missing a young male Yellow Lab with a green collar (no ID) and an electric fence collar as well; please have them call the Spotsy Animal Shelter at (540) 582-7115."


Collar and electric fence collar. No ID.

[SophieKatesMom]

I am in agreement with Brit, I believe they have a warning not to be used with a dog under 10 lbs.

I would not ever consider using any type of electric fence with any size dog and would probably smack anyone I know right in the head who suggested it.

This is my opinion but leaving a dog outside unattended opens them up for harm regardless of what type of fence you are using.

[Marhcarter]

I used to have a lab that would never leave the yard despite no regular nor electric fence, but our neighbors lab, who did have an electric fence, would routinely break through that barrier to come visit our dog in our driveway. Their dog would return home and sit at the edge of the yard until they realized she was out and let her back in.

[Maximo]

Originally Posted by SophieKatesMom

I am in agreement with Brit, I believe they have a warning not to be used with a dog under 10 lbs.

I would not ever consider using any type of electric fence with any size dog and would probably smack anyone I know right in the head who suggested it.

This is my opinion but leaving a dog outside unattended opens them up for harm regardless of what type of fence you are using.

I didn't know about the warning not to use with dogs under 10 pounds -- not that I have ever considered using an electric fence.

I agree with you about leaving a dog outside unattended. I wouldn't even do it with a large dog in this day and age.

[MarkFromSea]

I wouldn't do it..... I watched a coyote walk up the street this am.... that would be snack time