DOGWATCH HIDDEN FENCE SYSTEMS
Our DogWatch Hidden Fence Dealership is locally owned and operated by people that live in your community or close by. When you choose Palmetto DogWatch, it's a win/win; you get the world’s best pet containment and training products, Pet Friendly™ solutions and outstanding customer service, plus you help support a local business!
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The industry-leading SmartFence keeps you connected with your pet like no other electric dog fence system on the market today.
Professional Electric Dog Fence Company
Palmetto DogWatch® proudly sells, installs and services DogWatch® Hidden Fence systems in Columbia and surrounding areas of South Carolina. Jamie and Kelly Young started Palmetto DogWatch® in 2008. Available seven days a week, they deliver first class, exceptional service and truly care about the dogs and cats they help contain.
Customer Testimonial
Jamie installed our dog fence last month. He was easy to work with and very professional. He took the time to answer my questions and helped train our dog. He returned two more times to follow up and make sure our dog was doing well. If you are looking to install an electric dog fence, I highly recommend you call Jamie and Palmetto DogWatch, Columbia.
Sally Borkowski - Columbia, SC
Frequently Asked Questions
What is a hidden fence?
A hidden fence is an underground pet fencing system that uses a radio signal to keep your dog in a designated containment area, such as a yard; or out of an area, such as a swimming pool, patio, or garden. Hidden fences can also be used to create Indoor Boundaries that work inside your home to keep your pet off a couch, out of a room or away from a kitchen counter.
Hidden fences are often mistakenly referred to generically as “invisible fences”. Invisible Fence® is a brand name and Registered Trademark of the Invisible Fence Company.
How do hidden dog fences work?
Hidden fences are created by burying a ‘boundary wire’ a few inches underground around your property. The buried wire carries a harmless, low level radio signal from a transmitter installed in your house or garage. Your pet wears a lightweight, waterproof receiver collar that recognizes the radio signal. As your pet approaches the buried wire, the receiver collar emits a warning signal (audible or vibration). If your pet travels further, he will receive a mild but safe stimulation (also called a “correction”) from the receiver collar. Through a training program, your pet learns to recognize his fence boundaries and learns to stop at the warning signal. Although there are differences in some of the product features, this is how all hidden fences work (DogWatch®, Invisible Fence® and other radio fence brands.)
With an indoor system, the hidden wire runs around your couch, under the lip of the counter, around the trash or across a doorway or wherever you need to create either a containment area or an “off-limits” area. We also have “wireless” indoor units that do not require placement of a boundary wire. Give us a call to discuss your options.
How does my dog learn where the hidden fence boundary is?
Training is an important part of the process. After we install the hidden fence, we work with you to train your pet. The training includes teaching your pet to recognize the containment area boundaries through a combination of voice commands, audible warning signals from the receiver collar and visual flags that are set in the yard where the pet hears the warning alert. With training, the dog remembers the placement of the flags and associates the flags with the warning signal. As your pet learns, the flags are slowly taken away. Your pet also learns that if he continues beyond the flags and warning alert, he will receive a mild correction (a stimulation from the collar). After training, most dogs do not cross the hidden boundary; they usually stop before the warning signal to avoid the correction.
We will initiate the training and provide instructions and support so you can complete and reinforce the training. After the initial training, your dog goes through a training session with you for a few minutes each day for about two weeks. We will develop a plan to meet the specific training needs of your pet(s).
Will the stimulation from a hidden dog fence collar hurt my dog?
No. The “stimulation” from the collar is unpleasant, but it will not “burn” or injure your pet. It is a sensation similar to the static shock you receive after walking across a carpet in your socks. It is uncomfortable, but it does not harm you.
How much do hidden fences cost?
The cost for a DogWatch Hidden Fence is almost always much less than traditional fencing. The cost varies based on which system is right for you, the number of pets, the size of the property, how many sidewalk and driveway cuts, if you want internal “garden loops”, etc. Contact us for a free consultation and an estimate for your property.
In addition to costing less than traditional fences, hidden fences provide more flexibility and more secure containment than traditional fences. For example, you can contain your dog in your yard, but keep him out of a pool area, garden or driveway gate. Plus, your dog cannot jump over, chew through or dig under a hidden fence. And hidden fences don’t need to be painted and don’t deteriorate like traditional fences.
There usually isn’t much difference in the cost of a DogWatch® fence and other Dealer installed brands (such as Invisible Fence®.) Retail brands may seem to cost less than the Dealer installed brands, but they do not include installation (which can be challenging), training (which is very important), ongoing support or a good Warranty program. Also, Dealer installed products tend to be better quality than retail brands.
What else do I need to know about DogWatch?
We’ve been surrounding pets with freedom since 1990. We are a privately-owned, people-oriented company that takes pride in our quality customer service. Our engineers constantly research and develop new ways to make our products the safest for your pet and the easiest for you to use in your home. Our products are all designed, fully assembled and tested in our office in Massachusetts. We strive to create the best pet containment products in the industry. We’d be happy to answer any questions you have. Contact us.
Freedom and Safety for Your Pet
The most important reason to choose an electric dog fence from DogWatch® is that we care as much about your pet as you do. Our PetFriendly™ products and owner-friendly service are designed to give you freedom and flexibility while keeping your dog (or cat!) safe at home.
If you want the best pet containment products for your furry companion, be sure to ask for DogWatch by name. And, don't forget, a DogWatch Hidden Dog Fence works great for cat containment, too (indoors and outside)!
How an Underground Dog Fence Works
DogWatch’s Underground dog fences act as a simple way to keep your dog contained in specified areas of your yard. Our wireless dog fence systems work via an FM radio frequency sent to a hidden wire in the ground. Your dog will wear a special collar that detects the frequency of this wire, so it can act as a barrier to keep your dog inside the yard. When your dog approaches this wire, the collar will emit a warning tone. With simple dog training practices, your dog will quickly learn to avoid the boundary line when hearing this sound.
If your dog ventures away from the predetermined area, it will receive a gentle reminder in the form of a short static shock. Rest assured that these mild corrections don’t hurt or harm your pet – they simply serve as an alert to stay within boundaries.
Advantages of an Underground Electric Dog Fence
Many dog owners consider their pets an irreplaceable part of their family. The security offered by a hidden dog fence allows you to have peace of mind about your pet getting lost or running out into traffic.
The most obvious advantage of a hidden or invisible dog fence over a traditional fence is that it’s hidden. A traditional wire or wooden fence can be an eyesore and block views of the house, while an underground dog fence offers all the protection and containment advantages without compromising on aesthetics. Call today to learn why many refer to DogWatch as the best dog fence company in quality and in overall affordability.
The Most Advanced Wireless Dog Fence on the Market!
Keep your dog safe with a DogWatch Hidden Fence! Our wireless dog fence system is the most advanced on the market and the only wireless dog fence system to offer internal and external surge protection. With this surge protection you can rest assured that your investment in a wireless dog fence is protected. Allow your dog to roam freely without worry – make the smart choice today and install a DogWatch Hidden Fence– wireless dog fence system.
Were Gentle: The Humane Electric Fence Solution
The DogWatch® underground Dog Fence Solution is designed to be gentle, yet effective in ensuring your pet stays safely inside the boundaries that you have predetermined. With a range of adjustable settings, you can adjust the level of correction to suit your dog’s size and temperament. The collar utilizes a mild static shock as an alert for when your pet approaches the boundary. The DogWatch® electric fence solution is considered to be one of the most effective hidden pet fence systems on the market, having earned the trust of thousands of satisfied customers.
We’ve Got You Covered: Industry-Leading Electric Dog Fences
DogWatch® offers the most advanced hidden fence solution on the market. With our state-of-the-art equipment and technology, you can trust that your pet is safe in the areas you’ve chosen for him or her. While we are a national brand, Palmetto Dogwatch is locally owned providing personalized support for Columbia and the surrounding area of South Carolina. Whether you’re looking for an underground dog fence in Columbia or electric dog fence products for local dog lovers; DogWatch® offers the best pet containment solutions available. Our reliable and safe range of collar receivers offer superior coverage and a two year battery life. With our 24/7 technical support, you can rest assured that we can satisfy all of your hidden dog fence needs.
DogWatch® is not Invisible Fence®
DogWatch "hidden fences" are often mistakenly referred to generically as "invisible fences".
Invisible Fence® and Invisible Fencing® are Brand names, products and registered trademarks of
Radio Systems, Inc. Explore the links below to learn more.
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