DogWatch Blog

In the United States alone, about 5-10% of dogs are deaf. Chances are that at some point in your life, you may encounter, or perhaps even own, a hard of hearing or deaf dog. Deaf dogs are technically considered disabled; however, because the disability is not physical, it is often overlooked. Being deaf does not… Read More

We all know that suspicious feeling, when your dog sighs just a little bit too dramatically from across the couch. He can tell I told my coworker her dog was, “the cutest little fluff ball I ever did see,” can’t he? After all I do for him—I give him food (a serving size for a… Read More

Hounds and Dogwatch Hidden Fences Hounds are famous for two things: their noses and their speed. And anyone who has ever lived with a beagle, bloodhound, greyhound, dachshund or other hound dog knows just how fast and determined they can be when chasing prey (or the neighbor’s cat). DogWatch Dealers are often asked: “Can a… Read More

Hidden fencing (a.k.a. electric dog fencing, underground fencing or Invisible Fencing®) has been in existence for a long time but has recently become more popular due to the ever increasing fence restrictions and our ability to trust more in technological advancements. There are some people, however, that are still leery due mostly to myths associated… Read More

Hounds are famous for two things: their noses and their speed. And anyone who has ever lived with a beagle, bloodhound, greyhound, dachshund or other hound dog knows just how fast and determined they can be when chasing prey (or the neighbor’s cat). DogWatch® Dealers are often asked: “Can a hidden fence REALLY work for… Read More

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 traditional wired (underground) electronic dog fence? Do they provide the same level of safety for your pet? Overview Most electronic pet fence systems… Read More

Why You Should Upgrade from An Invisible Fence® To A DogWatch® Hidden Fence 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… Read More

Do Wireless GPS Fences Work? 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 traditional wired (underground) electronic dog fence? Do they provide the same level of safety for your pet? Overview… Read More

How to Find, Fix and Prevent Wire Breaks in Your Hidden Fence At DogWatch of Litchfield County we 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, landscaping and small… Read More

Not every place is a pet place Our indoor Dogwatch hidden fence works wherever you need them, quietly, effectively, and hidden from view. A harmless, noiseless signal lets you control where your pets roam in the house. You can use the same collar with both the indoor fence and the outdoor fence, so it is… Read More