How it works
Installing the Hidden Fence
After meeting wtih your local DogWatch Dealer to determine the best containment configuration for your pet, a wire is buried in the ground to create the containment area. A Transmitter is then installed in an appropriate location (garage, basement, etc.) and connected to the buried wire. The Transmitter sends a special FM radio signal through the buried wire. Additionally, DogWatch includes both external and internal lightning protection to provide maximum protection for your fence and your home wiring system. Dual lightning protection is not included with other hidden dog fence brands.
Using the Hidden Fence
In order for the hidden fence to work, your dog (or cat) must whear a special 'radio collar' that can detect the signal being transmitted through the buried wire. When your pet approaches the boundary wire, the collar will emit an audible warning 'beep' that alerts him/her not to go further. If your pet moves beyond the audible signal into the correction area, he/she receives a mild correction from the receiver-collar. Through an easy training program using flags as a visual marker, most dogs quickly learn where the "fence" is and stop when they hear the audible warning signal.