Technology
By DogWatch Team, October 23, 2026
Small yards leave no margin for error
GPS dog collars like Halo® and SpotOn® offer the convenience of creating virtual boundaries without buried wires. But on a small suburban lot, where every foot of usable space matters, GPS positioning accuracy and recommended boundary setbacks deserve a closer look.
On five acres, a boundary that wanders a few feet in either direction is a rounding error. On a quarter-acre lot where the usable backyard might be 40 feet deep and the far edge is a neighbor’s driveway or a street, a few feet is the difference between a dog that stays home and a dog that doesn’t.
The smaller the yard, the more accuracy matters, and that is exactly where GPS struggles and a DogWatch® Hidden Fence excels. Read post »
By Jaclyn Mosher, July 22, 2025
Are you considering a wireless GPS electronic pet fence (frequently referred to generically as an “invisible fence”*) to keep your dog in your yard? How do wireless GPS systems compare to a wired underground electronic dog fence? Do they provide the same level of safety for your pet?
We’ve gathered the facts below. Find out which solution is best for you and your pet, and learn how DogWatch® Hidden Fences and SkyShepherd® GPS Dog Fence stand out from the competition.
By Jaclyn Mosher, April 28, 2024
DogWatch Hidden Fences aren’t just for dogs! Over the past three decades, DogWatch Dealers have installed Outdoor Hidden Fences and Indoor Boundaries for thousands of cats across the country and around the world. But how do you train a cat to use an electronic pet fence system (including a DogWatch® Hidden Fence, Invisible Fence® and other brands)? Read post »
By Jaclyn Mosher, February 28, 2024
DogWatch® Dealers work hard to properly place and protect Hidden Fence boundary wires, and most customers go years without any issues. But wire breaks do happen. They are often the result of outside forces like weather, water, landscaping and small burrowing animals. Here are some tips to help you identify a wire break, repair the wire and avoid any future disruptions. Read post »
By Jaclyn Mosher, August 26, 2023
Summertime and early fall bring an increase in thunderstorms and are home to the heart of hurricane season. This may cause Hidden Fence owners concern regarding their systems, how they’ll do during inclement weather, and what might happen if their fence loses connection. The design of DogWatch® Hidden Fences has just this concern in mind.
Here’s how DogWatch® keeps your pets safe, how you can confirm your fence is working, and how you can help ease their anxiety during extreme weather.
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By Jaclyn Mosher, June 9, 2023
Lucy the Labradoodle lives on the shores of beautiful Joslin Lake in Unadilla, Michigan, and she loves to swim. Lucy’s parents, David and Kathy Downey, enjoy watching their young dog leap into the water, but they worried that she may swim too far away from their home. They needed a solution that would allow Lucy the freedom to enjoy the water while also giving them the peace of mind that she will stay close to home. Read post »
By Jaclyn Mosher, July 26, 2022
Did you know that you can trade in your existing Invisible Fence or other professionally installed underground dog fence for a DogWatch Hidden Fence and save money? It’s an easy and cost-effective way to ensure your pet will stay safe with the best, most advanced pet containment system available. Learn more about our upgrade program below.
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By Jaclyn Mosher, September 13, 2021
Are you trying to decide between a do-it-yourself electronic dog fence system and one installed by a professional? There is an increasing number of self-install fence kits available online and in stores, but how do these fences compare to the professionally installed fences, like those offered by DogWatch®, Invisible Fence®, and others? What skills do you need to install them? What do you need to know about dog training? Is a D-I-Y electronic dog fence a more efficient and cost-effective choice for you? Read post »
By Jaclyn Mosher, September 7, 2021
Did you know that you can trade in your existing Invisible Fence® or other professionally installed underground dog fence for a DogWatch® Hidden Fence and save money? It’s an easy and cost-effective way to ensure your pet will stay safe with the best, most advanced pet containment system available. Learn more about our upgrade program below. Read post »
By Jaclyn Mosher, July 12, 2021
July 5th is usually the busiest day of the year for animal shelters in the United States due to the holiday that precedes it. Fireworks, large gatherings, flashing lights, and general noise causes many pets to panic and run away. While pets are at an increased risk of getting lost during holidays and celebrations, the fact is that pets are at risk of getting lost every day.
One in three pets get lost in their lifetime, and less than 23% of lost pets in the United States make it home. The number of dogs and cats that end up in animal shelters each year exceeds 4 million. Pet owners know how important it is to keep their four-legged family members safe and at home, and that’s why PetHub started Lost Pet Prevention Month in 2014. Celebrated every July, Lost Pet Prevention Month aims to spread awareness of lost pets, the pressure shelters feel during overpopulation, and what steps owners can take to keep their pets safe.