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Has anyone used a wireless fence with success for their Yorkie? Simple question, looking for any positive or negative experiences of using one of these with your Yorkie. If you haven't used one or don't recommend them, please don't post a response because I've already read those threads. (example, other dogs can come in, a hawk will take your yorkie, you will psychologically traumatize your yorkie, they will run through the barrier, it will really hurt, etc.) I'm looking for people who have actually used them with their Yorkies, good or bad. |
Would you like to hear my neighbor's experience with their Yorkies and a wireless fence? |
Anyone who has experience. |
I would not use one especially for a yorkie. I had one for my Aussie mix who weighs about 90 lbs. he was an escape artist and would always find was out of the yard. I set up a wireless fence with collar inside mt back yard so it would warn than shock him if he got to the fence line. It did not deter him. He would get to the fence and warning sound would go off. He wouldn't stop and continued climbing the fence while getting shocked. Once he got over the fence he was stuck outside as it would again schock him if he tried to get back in the yard. I found my dog outside playing in the neighbors fields. I thought he might have learned his lesson so tried it once more (schock is not horrible but uncomfortable for 90lb dog as my husband tested it on his thigh) same result as first time. I decided was not worth it. Down side also if only using wireless fence it would not stop other animals such as coyotes or other strays from coming onto property if there was no actual fence. Another thing, my dog weighs 90 lbs, I would not even consider using it for any dog under 25lbs, as the schock even on the low setting would be painful. |
I have 2 neighbors with Yorkies who use the electric fences. Most of their yards have real fence. Only the driveways are open. The dogs often get out. |
How about I ask around and find someone whose dog was attacked? Would that please you more than my warning you of the hazards? Posts like this never cease to amaze me. You tell others how to post? I knew a priest at a private school who's lab was always getting out .. the electric fence did nothing. He was lucky the pup did not get hurt before he finally put a real fence up. |
You might not want to hear the negative but I think you need to. The shock is to much for a small dog and can cause health problems. Also sense yorkies are one of the top stolen dogs people are a big problem they can just walk up and take your dog. Not to mention yes birds of prey, other dogs, coyotes, pretty much anything. Knowing yorkies and them being terriers I think they will take the shock to get out to go after something they want and a lot may not take the shock to get back in. I had a friend who had a wireless fence and they had two small mixed breed dogs honestly have no idea what breed but one took the shock to get out and then got killed by a car then they moved to a place they thought was safer with less cars and then the same thing happened to the other one. |
Also, I have never heard of anyone having success with a wireless fence if their dog liked to wonder. I have several friends who have also tried it for dogs with no success. Some had fences others had several acres unfrnced and it did not stop their dogs from wondering. |
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I appreciate those who have posted about why they don't work based on experience, that's actually helpful. I was hoping to hear of someone who actually has used them with success. If nobody has a story, that tells me something. When people post that the fence doesn't protect your dog from other dogs coming in to my yard, I already know that. I'm well educated and versed in the possible reasons they won't work. All I'm asking is for real life experiences from people who have experience. |
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If you know all of the hazards, and there are MANY, why would you want to hear from someone who is using one and has not YET had a problem? IMHO it is only a matter of time...and one time could very well be the last time for the poor pup. This thread is just another opportunity for me to voice my opinion that these fences are hazardous. Maybe you don't want to hear it, but other people need to hear it. Dogs can get stolen, attacked by wild animals...or stray dogs...or run out of the yard and get hit by a car. I always suggest that anyone who is thinking about using one put the collar on themselves to see how it feels...then think about the size of their pup and how it must feel to them. And what does well educated have to do with anything? I have seen well educated people do things that defied logic. Not saying you would, but really why bring it into the picture? Do you think that those of us who don't answer the way you wish are not well educated?? |
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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.... |
I have an old neighbor that had a small basenji. They got an electric fence. I cant tell you how many times my kids were running after the dog because it escaped. I think they work okay for big dogs but there were many times this little guy got out and was running wild in front of oncoming cars etc. |
I know people who have had them and unfortunately, their experience wasn't much different than that mentioned above. They weren't yorkies...they were bigger dogs and they got out. I will say, there was one house in my neighborhood who used it for their pitbull. Most of the yard had a regular fence but they kept the gate open. The dog had an electric fence and he never left the yard. Was it just a well behaved dog?? Did they have the electricity craked up high...IDK. I can't say it made me feel comfortable walking my dogs by and seeing this huge pit bull off leash in it's yard. I'd cross the street and pick up my dog every time I walked by...but it did stay in it's yard. I was super happy to find out they moved!! I don't think I'd ever use the electric fence...not because I am worried about my yorkies getting out, but because I'd worry about what could get in. An electric fence offers no protection against strange people or strange animals prowling about. There are a lot of dogs in my neigborhood and I've seen quite a few get loose. I'd hate to have one of them enter my yard and attack my dog. |
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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. |
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. |
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Yes 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. |
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. |
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. |
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! |
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..... |
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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. :( |
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 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. |
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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. |
I wouldn't do it..... I watched a coyote walk up the street this am.... that would be snack time:thumbdown |
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