Most people setting up a dog field will need to employ a specialist fencing contractor as it is rare for a landowner to have the tools and manpower to properly install 6ft high tensile fencing themselves. Timber post and rail fences and temporary electric fencing both need regular maintenance to ensure they stay effective. Tornado Torus horse fencing is strained tight and stays tight, meaning minimal maintenance is required. As a standard, anyone setting up a dog field should use high tensile wire fencing that stands at least 6ft (1.8m) from the ground.

We work with all the best fence installers ready to price your job. Get free, no-obligation quotes in your local area and compare prices using the form below. We’ve done our best to give you a good idea of what you can expect to pay for a professional fence installation. Your appointed contractor may have a preferred supplier but make sure you inspect and approve the fencing wire before committing and do not be influenced by your contractor unless they have a lot of experience in installing fences for secure dog fields – not all fences are of a high enough standard. fencing is a funny one. The reality is, there are few dogs that can clear a 5ft fence that can’t also clear a 6ft fence. So the question is, can’t I just put in a 5ft fence? It’s less imposing, cheaper and easier to install.Yes, they can, but our fences are of a height designed to make it difficult for them. Our products are also electrified to an extent that it will cause discomfort to the animal, to create a mental barrier, not just a physical one, putting them off jumping. Fence posts are what the fence panels attach to. They’re buried in the ground and are usually concreted into place. The fence panel, palisade or other types of fence then connects between the posts.

As with digging in, this is not something we recommend to many field owners. If you are using appropriate fencing and properly managing your field then there should be little need to add an additional layer of netting. Gravel boards are what fence panels rest on. The panel itself shouldn’t be entrenched into the ground as it will rot and erode. Instead, it has to sit on a gravel board which raises it from the earth and protects it from water damage and erosion. Gravel boards also keep fences level and make it easier to adjust the height of a fence, keeping them straight for sloped gardens. In most cases we suggest a specialist fence that has a smaller grid aperture at the base and slowly increases towards the top, reducing the eyeline impact. This style of fencing can be used with both timber posts and the far more preferable galvanised steel posts that we work with most commonly. Triple X System using Clipex Fencing and X-Fence Netting Also known as featherboard fencing, these are probably the most common wooden fencing panels that you’ll spot across the UK. They’re durable, neat and attractive and aren’t too expensive. Like most fence panels, closeboard fencing is usually 6ft across (1.8m) and either 4ft or 6ft tall. Pros of Closeboard FencingGrid aperture – we recommend a variety of different netting options depending on each individual field. Here are some of the things we consider: Fencing contractors are in high demand so you may have a wait – you should book in as soon as your planning consent is approved. Yes, for a number of reasons. This will, after some time, deter a horse from certain behaviors that may lead them to escape from the fence, or that may weaken the wire, such as using it as a scratching post. x 100mm uniform to 1.8m has been popular for some time but there are some circumstances where a dense grid (like below) is not suitable. As part of your planning conditions, you may be required to have a fence that is less dominant, with a wider grid aperture so that the fencing does not create a dominating feature on the landscape. This style of fence can be too visually impactful for some planning authorities

The cost of 6ft fencing as opposed to 4ft is considerable. Installation labour, posts, strainers and gates are all significantly more expensive however, committing to using 6ft fencing means that you are providing a facility that is suitable for the vast majority of dogs that use secure fields. If you opt for 4ft fencing you are substantially reducing your customer base. There are some instances when planning constraints will limit the height of your fence but these are very unusual as the industry standard is recognised as 6ft or more. What about 5ft+ Fencing? There are some fields that have fencing extended below ground level that is still at least 6ft above ground. These fields are often established by dog owners with experience of ‘diggers’. Our fence products for horses are simple to put up when handled correctly. All of these items come with a full set of instructions dealing with the details of set-up. Be sure to consult these carefully. Professional fencers will also account for any odd angles and slopes in your garden and can cut fences down to size if required. In this article we’ll explain exactly why using this type of fencing is the best way to maximise your income and protect yourself and your clients from any problems related to fencing. Dog Field Fence HeightYou will see other types of fencing marketed, like hit or miss fencing, jaktop fencing, slatted, Venetian fencing and even steel or PVC paneled fencing. Closeboard Fencing Obviously, it should be erected around the perimeter of a field, keeping your animals in a designated area, but apart from that there is no set place. We do recommend, however, giving your animals plenty of living space, and a fairly large area to roam.