Ann Arbor Hidden Dog Fence Services
We at Pet Containment Services can help the dog owners in Dexter keep their pet securely inside of the yard with a custom under ground fence system that is designed for properties in Michigan. Each house has its own uniqueness. There are some Dexter yards which are smaller neighborhood yards and others that have wooded areas, open areas, long drive ways, gardens, sloping property, or more odd boundaries.
This is why your dog fence should never be of a standard design. We modify the perimeter of your yard, your dog’s breed and temperament, your lifestyle, and where you want your dog to be covered. This can involve front yard, back yard, side-yard, driveway, garden areas, and/or full property containment.
We want our dogs to know where they can go in the yard without being in danger and we want you to feel confident that your dog can play in the yard safely.
Underground Dog Fence Installation in Ann Arbor, MI
Give your dog more free time without creating a visible fence around your yard. Pet Containment Services offers homeowners in the Washtenaw County communities of Ann Arbor, MI and the surrounding Washtenaw County communities professional underground dog fence installation, hidden pet fence repair, wire break repair, and pet fence training.
If you live near downtown Ann Arbor, the west side, Burns Park, Barton Hills, Scio Township, Pittsfield Township or a larger property out of the city, then we can design a custom underground pet fence system, around your property, the breed of your dog, and your daily routine.
An underground dog fence will provide your pet with space to run, and in the process it will help keep your pet safely within your premises. No bulky wood fence. Nothing to block your view like a chain link. No one-size-fits-all layout. Simply a clean, personalized concealed fence system that is installed around your house and your dog.
Underground Dog Fence Installation in Ann Arbor
We do the entire installation process of an underground dog fence in Ann Arbor. That involves planning the boundary, burying the wire, setting up the transmitter and fitting the collar and placing training flags and assisting to introduce your dog to the new fence line.
A professional underground dog fence is a powerful one among the Ann Arbor homeowners who desire to keep pets safe without altering the scenery of the premises. It is particularly effective where a traditional fence might be too costly or constrained by local regulations or aesthetically displeasing.
Our underground dog fence installation service includes:
Custom boundary design
Underground wire installation
Transmitter setup
Receiver collar setup
Boundary flag placement
Exclusion areas for pools or patios
System test before completion
Instructions on how to resume training post-installation
We never subscribe to hurried installations and standardized layouts. You need to base your system on the actual usage of the yard by your dog.
Invisible Fence Repair in Ann Arbor, MI
Have an underground fence system that has failed? We can help. Invisible Fence-style systems, Pet Stop, PetSafe, Innotek, Dog Guard, and other underground pet containment systems are among the major hidden brands that are repaired and serviced by Pet Containment Services.
Most homeowners think that they should have a full replacement when the truth is that it is a wire break or a collar, battery, or transmitter setting. We check the system, locate the problem and suggest the most viable repair alternative.
You may need repair if:
- Your transmitter is beeping
- Your collar is not responding
- Your dog is crossing the fence
- There is a dead zone in the system
- The boundary signal is weak
- Landscaping, aeration, or digging damaged the wire
- You just entered a house having a very old underground fence
- You are not sure whether the system still works
Need invisible fence repair in Ann Arbor? Call 248-653-8873 to schedule service.
Pet Fence Wire Break Repair in Ann Arbor
Even a wire of a broken underground fence may close down your whole system. Landscaping, edging, driveway work, utility digging, tree roots, garden projects or the normal movement of the ground over time are often causes of wire breakage in Ann Arbor.
Our wire break repair service assists in finding and repairing damaged underground fence wire to get your system functioning again. When your transmitter is beeping or the fence has suddenly stopped working, then a wire break could be the problem.
Typical indications of a wire break are:
- The system light was altered or switched off
- The collar cannot be triggered around the boundary
- Your dog has started crossing the line
- The fence works in one area but not another
- You recently had yard work done
We may examine your current system, find the damaged part, re-wire it and test the boundary signal on our way out.
Dog Fence Training for Ann Arbor Pets
Underground dog fences can only work when your dog knows where the boundary lies. Training is not an option. The difference between a dog that respects the fence and a dog that runs through it.
We assist in bringing your dog to the boundary with the use of flags, collar tones, correction settings, repetition and calm direction. Training must be tailored to breed, confidence, energy level and temperament of your dog.
Puppies, rescue dogs, high-energy breeds, Huskies, German Shepherds, Labradors, Doodles, small dogs, multiple-dog homes and dogs already chasing people, cars, deer, squirrels or other dogs’ habits.
A hidden fence is not an equipment only. It is a training and system. Many of the homeowners fail at skipping the training.
Reinstallation and Boundary Changes
New home in Ann Arbor or a new yard design? We are able to assist in re-installation or adjusting your underground pet fence system.
Reinstallation can also be handy in case you have moved to a new house, or added a swimming pool or a patio, or changed landscaping, or widened your driveway or you would like to keep your dog away in some parts of the yard. It may also assist when the boundary you have is no longer suitable to the use of the property by your family.
Instead of buying a completely new system, we can evaluate what you already have and determine whether it can be reused, repaired, expanded, or reconfigured.
Why Ann Arbor Homeowners Choose an Underground Dog Fence
An underground dog fence is a practical choice for many Ann Arbor properties because it provides pet containment without changing the look of the yard. It can work around driveways, gardens, wooded areas, pools, patios, and irregular yard shapes while giving your dog more room to move safely.
For many homeowners, an underground system is also more flexible than a traditional fence. It can be used for front yards, backyards, side yards, larger lots, and multi-dog homes. It may also be a useful option in neighborhoods where visible fencing is restricted or unwanted.
We can see what you already own and see whether that can be reused, repaired, expanded or even reconfigured.
A Local Alternative to National Pet Fence Brands
Pet Containment Services is a family owned Michigan company headquartered in Fenton and serving southeast Michigan including Ann Arbor and its surrounding communities.
Most national pet fence companies have higher prices due to franchise fees, corporate overheads and brand markups. We are emphasizing on the useful, professional pet containment without any extraneous expenses.
House owners prefer us because we offer free consultation, installation of underground dog fences on-site, helping in training their pets, repairing wire breaks, installing major underground dog fence brands, relocation, and boundary modifications.
You do not have to purchase the most costly brand name to keep your dog safe. You must have the correct layout, good equipment, good training and an organization that is familiar with local Michigan yards.
Get a Free Quote for Underground Dog Fence Service in Ann Arbor
When you are willing to install a new underground dog fence, repair an existing invisible fence system, or repair a break in the wire, Pet Containment Services can help.
We will examine your yard, your dog, what you currently have and what you want before we will recommend the appropriate solution.
Call 248-653-8873 today or request your free quote for underground dog fence installation and repair in Ann Arbor, MI.
Common Questions About Underground Dog Fences in Ann Arbor
How much does an underground dog fence cost in Ann Arbor, MI?
It varies according to the size of your yard, the amount of pets you have, and the equipment you need. We provide free in-home consultations because all our properties are unique, so we provide you with a quote and do not just give you an estimate on the phone. The majority of Michigan homeowners save 30-50 percent than national brand installers.
Do you install underground dog fences in Ann Arbor?
Yes. Pet Containment Services provides dog owners in the City of Ann Arbor, MI and surrounding areas with underground dog fences. We install the fence around your house, install the wire, install the transmitter and collar, put up training flags, and help introduce your dog to the system.
Do you repair Invisible Fence systems in Ann Arbor?
Yes. Many of the major hidden pet fence systems that we service and repair include Invisible Fence-style systems, Pet Stop, PetSafe, Innotek, Dog Guard, and other underground pet fence systems. When your transmitter is beeping, or your collar is not functioning, or your dog is going over the line we can check the system and tell you the appropriate repair.
What causes underground dog fence wire breaks?
Most commonly, it is due to landscaping, lawn aeration, edging, gardening, utility work, driveway projects, tree roots, digging, and accidental cuts. Assuming your transmitter is beeping or the fence just ceased to work, a wire break can be the problem.
Can an underground dog fence work for large Ann Arbor yards?
Yes. Underground dog fences are tailored to suit small neighborhood yards, big lots, properties with woody areas, and irregular shapes of yards. The design of the layout should be made centered on the property rather than adopting a generic circular boundary.
Will an underground dog fence work during Michigan winters?
Yes. When properly installed and maintained, underground pet fence systems are designed to work during normal Michigan weather. The system is not usually affected by snow and cold weather, but performance can be impacted by damaged wire, weak batteries or equipment issues.
Is training included with underground dog fence installation?
Another aspect of the installation process is training support. Your dog must be trained on the boundary by use of flags, collar color, correction options and repetition. In-service training can make your dog realize where the safe zone is located.
Can you install a dog fence for more than one dog?
Yes. Underground pet fence systems should typically be able to add more receiver collars to support more than one dog. A large breed, temperament and behavior may require a different correction level and training approach.
Can you change the boundary on an existing pet fence?
Yes. We can assess your existing system and get to know whether the boundary can be expanded, reduced, repaired or rerouted. It would be helpful in case you added landscaping, a pool, a patio, a driveway, or wish to block your dog out of some areas.
What is better for Ann Arbor homes: underground, wireless, or GPS dog fence?
In the case of most Ann Arbor houses, an underground dog fence is the surest choice since the line could be custom-shaped around the yard. Wireless fences can be less complex but typically not as accurate. GPS fences can potentially perform well on large open spaces, but may not be the appropriate solution to every yard in a neighborhood. The correct decision is determined by your property and your dog.