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Underground Hidden Dog Fences by Dogwatch®
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Our DogWatch dealership proudly services Central Kentucky and the surrounding area. We've lived in Lexington, Kentucky and can't imagine living anywhere else. We chose DogWatch because DogWatch had a superior product offering with the FM Safelink design, a 2 year battery life vs. the 3 to 4 month battery life of the competitors, and a user friendly transmitter. We love working with animals and we hope to have the opportunity to help keep your pet safe. Read More
What Our Customers Say
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Jody WurtenbergerOctober 15, 2026Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google.
Great products and exceptional service! Very reliable and quick response time.Posted on Google
Mark SouthJuly 19, 2026Great company, always willing to help!! Fast service and genuinely care! Thank youPosted on Google
Kathy LouMarch 24, 2026The fence did not have any power, called and spoke with Britteny and told me it could be the power cord. she sent us one and that fixed the problem. Quick and fast. Thank you!Posted on Google
Devauna AdkinsMarch 23, 2026Jacob came out to help us train a new dog to the fence and trouble shoot a problem. He responded to my question immediately and was here within 36 hours of my inquiry!Posted on Google
Tommy ChesnutNovember 20, 2025Jacob came out & set up new flags so we can train our new puppy we got. Highly recommend Dog Watch. We have been customers for 11 yrs now. Great customer service. ThanksPosted on Google
Leigh LopezSeptember 20, 2025Has been a life saver since moving to the new house!Posted on Google
Keri HayesAugust 27, 2025Jacob came out to repair several breaks in our fence due to other contractors working in our yard. I had called the day before and they scheduled me an appointment for the very next day. Jacob is extremely professional and a great communicator. I find this business to be responsive, dependable, and a good value. Very happy that we had them install our invisible dog fence and they have been great about maintaining the fence when needed. Also, the batteries they provide for the collars last a long time. I highly recommend this company.Posted on Google
LISA TATE AUSTINMay 5, 2025Very professional! Highly recommend!Posted on Google
Rhonda WittenApril 29, 2025The entire experience was professional and I was impressed with the installation done by Jacob. If you want quality, then DogWatch of Central Kentucky is who I recommend.Posted on Google
Josh HoskinsApril 22, 2025Only took about 2 weeks to train my dogs and now they can run freely and never leave the yard. Just a follow up I have had 2 different fence breaks thanks to the internet company putting in fiber and within a day they were out to repair. This last time I called in the morning and since they were I. The area they came out same day. Great service. Thank you.Posted on Google
Jeanne FreibertApril 15, 2025They came to our house, tested and re-marked the electric fence, and trained my dog for a fair price. I advise scheduling well in advance because they are busyPosted on Google
Craig HamptonMarch 22, 2025No longer having to stand on the porch to watch the dogs do their business, let em out and let em go! Thanks Jacob, we appreciate your help and efficiency!Posted on Google
Regina DabbMarch 10, 2025I cannot say enough about the responsiveness of this company.and the professionalism. Jacob was AMAZING. Highly recommendPosted on Google
Virginia StrattonMarch 3, 2025The owners and employees are knowledgeable and efficient. They are friendly and make an effort to please the customer. I would recommend them to others.Posted on Google
James C. McGaryJanuary 30, 2025I've been using Dogwatch for maybe ten years and at two homes and have never failed to get prompt, satisfactory an quality service. I doubt seriously that anyone in their service are could do better.
Our DogWatch Dealership is locally owned and operated by people that live in your community or close by. When you choose DogWatch of Central Kentucky, 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!
Customer Testimonial
We love the DogWatch system and so does our lab, “Bear”. We have trained him three times a day for seven days now. He is running in our yard and we are now training him to catch a Frisbee (which is going to take a little longer than the training for the DogWatch system!)
P.K. and Paula
How Do DogWatch Underground Hidden Dog Fences Work?
A hidden fence is an underground dog fence system that uses an electronic signal to keep your dog within a designated area and away from potential dangers. An underground wire transmits a radio signal to your pet's receiver collar. Watch the video to see how it works!
DogWatch has been making Hidden Dog Fence systems since 1990. Our fences are sold and installed by our network of over 200 independent DogWatch Dealers worldwide.
Frequently Asked Questions
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 electrical 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 correction (a mild electrical 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?
The “stimulation” from the collar is a sensation similar to the static shock you receive after walking across a carpet in your socks. It is a brief, unpleasant sensation designed to deter a pet from leaving the boundary. After training, most dogs do not cross the hidden boundary and thus do not receive a correction.
The electronic stimulation will not “burn” your pet. In rare instances, prolonged or improper use of an electronic collar has resulted in a pet developing pressure sores on their necks. This situation is easily avoided by ensuring that the collar is fit properly and removed regularly. DogWatch strongly recommends removing your dog’s receiver collar daily when not in use.
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.
Is there a guarantee on the DogWatch Hidden Fence system?
We offer a Lifetime Limited Warranty on our outdoor systems professionally installed by DogWatch of Central Kentucky. There is also a limited 30-day money-back guarantee if you are not satisfied with the system.
Who is DogWatch?
DogWatch is a privately-owned, people-oriented company that takes pride in our commitment to exceptional customer service. We strive to create the best pet containment products in the industry, and have been "surrounding pets with freedom" since 1990. 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 at our corporate headquarters in Natick, Massachusetts, USA.
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 Invisible Fence, Inc. Explore the links below to learn more.
Did you know you can trade in your existing dog fence system for DogWatch?
