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Underground Hidden Dog Fences by Dogwatch®
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DogWatch of Central FL is committed to giving you peace of mind by helping you keep your pet/pets safe at home. Our tremendous success record of containment care for thousands of pets, can be directly attributed to our commitment of providing a thorough needs assessment for our customers; the meticulous installation of all pet fence products; comprehensive professional dog training support; and prompt service response to any and every need our customer encounters. Read More
What Our Customers Say
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Sally DeStefanoJune 13, 2026Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google.
DogWatch of Central Fla always responds quickly and thoughtfully to my every need.Posted on Google
Todd EdwardsJune 12, 2026Kally is doing so well staying inside the underground fencing! Now I have no worries of her running in the street. I would highly recommend Joel. He was very informative and took his time with the family explaining how to train Kally. Thank you Joel and partner for all your help! Todd+0Posted on Google
Maga MaddawiApril 29, 2026Installing an invisible fence by DogWatch of Central Florida was one of the best decisions I have made for my dogs, if not The Best! Joel was so easy to work with and made sure everything was perfect for my girls; he explained the different types of invisible fences to choose from, and which would be best for my yard area. He showed me that if the fence was ever broken, that I would hear a beeping noise from the control box so I would know, and how to test their collars and train them to know their new fence boundaries. He was just a phone call away if I ever had any questions. The price was extremely reasonable compared to other invisible fences that I looked at, and because I have a small yard and it is a buried system, it is extremely accurate. They now have the freedom to run in the front yard or just go out and enjoy the sunshine without me having to worry about them running off. I also can attest to their repair service, as fiber optic cable was installed in the neighborhood and it broke the fence. Joel came out as soon as possible and repaired the break so my dogs were not in danger being out with the fence down. I highly recommend DogWatch of Central Florida; their invisible fence is worth every penny!+0Posted on Google
Johnny WhiteMarch 4, 2026Always shows up timely, excellent service. Will continue to use his services.Posted on Google
Janice FergusonJanuary 15, 2026This company is top notch. When my old invisible fence from another company putting my 2 dogs at immediate risk. Joel was here the next morning to get my fence secure. The customer services outstanding and Joel is a pleasure to deal with.+0Posted on Google
Steven GoochNovember 5, 2025Always there when you need somethingPosted on Google
Betsy FutchAugust 14, 2025Great people very thankful I found them always great service !!Posted on Google
Sandra GiacaloneAugust 14, 2025The term “game-changer” is overused, in my opinion. However, my newly installed DogWatch invisible fence is truly, just that! My big, beautiful Spinone Italiano was getting very muddy in a section of our backyard which stays wet year round. The frequent bathing sent me to the chiropractor, and having to keep her on leash in her own back yard in order to keep her fairly clean was not fun for either of us. Enter DogWatch! We had the invisible fence installed across the width of the yard, separating the dry area from the wet/muddy area. Sophie learned her limits within a day and now has off-leash freedom in her yard. A million thanks to Joel Sams and DogWatch of Central Florida! The training was easy and effortless. 🙌🐾+0Posted on Google
Matt AndreAugust 7, 2025Joel and his team were top notch from start to finish. Great product, great service and great training for both pet and human. We have two 6-month-old Goldendoodle puppies and they were fully trained on the boundary area within a couple days, thanks to Joel’s knowledge and tips. I highly recommend DogWatch of Central Florida!Posted on Google
Tamra HullMay 6, 2025Joel from central Florida DogWatch was very helpful. He explained the difference between the indoor transmitters and the collar receivers and the system I choose based on his information is working exactly as expected. Thank you!
Our DogWatch Dealership is locally owned and operated by people that live in your community or close by. When you choose DogWatch of Central Florida, 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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DogWatch is a much more Superior product. Everyone at your Orlando office has been very helpful with giving me great customer support!
Todd
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 Florida. 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.