Having a yard is great for homeowners with pets as it gives your furry family members adequate space to run around without being leashed. However, a mistake some people make is being under the assumption that all they need to do is ensure that their property is fenced. You should note that although some fences may work well to enhance the kerb appeal of your property or provide you with security, their style and design might make it easier for your pet to make its way out of your property. The following are some of the risks that you should be wary of to ensure that your pet stays safely contained within your property.

Risk 1: Footholds on the fencing

A large number of fences are styled with openings that would provide footholds that your pet can take advantage of to climb out of your property. A popular example of this is chain link fencing, which may seem great as pet fencing but if it is not of adequate height can prove easy to scale by a determined pet.

Instead of opting for an open style or design, consider fencing that comes with smooth panelling that would make it harder for your pets to climb over it. Some of the options that you could consider include vinyl fencing or solid timber fencing, which would not have any apparent footholds for your pet.

Risk 2: Spaces beneath your fencing

Another risk to your pet's containment would be the presence of spacing beneath your fence. It should be noted that these spaces are not exclusive to raised fencing. You may have had your fencing installed some length underground but over time as the soil is eroded or the land shift, the spaces develop. One of the fences that are popular for homeowners is picket fencing. However, this is one of the types of fences that poses the largest challenge when it comes to spaces underneath as the pickets are arranged apart from each other.

One solution you could consider to get rid of these spaces is by placing potted plants where any gaps are apparent. In addition to this, you may also want to consider incorporating mesh wire below your fencing to make it difficult for your pet to burrow beneath the fence. Lastly, if you live on a slope, an ideal option would be a contoured fence, as the installation would follow the profile of your land.

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