5 tips for good virtual fences
See out best practices to virtual fencing.
Place the fence on flat ground or a gentle slope 💨
We recommend placing the fence on flat ground or a gentle slope because animals can gain speed downhill. To help animals learn the system before being released onto larger pastures, we suggest placing fences in areas where the animals will naturally slow down or stop.
Avoid using training areas adjacent to pastures with other animals 🐄
If the animals see other animals on adjacent pastures, it may trigger their herd instinct, and they may ignore the virtual fence.
Secure with physical or natural barriers 🚧
We recommend securing extra vulnerable areas (such as slopes or other areas dangerous for the animals) with physical fences. Use natural boundaries if possible to support the virtual fences (dense forest, rocks, etc.).
Design the fence based on where the animals naturally stay and like to be ❤️
Make sure to include paths and common routes that the animals take.
Include natural resting spots in the grazing area.
This reduces the temptation for the animals to wander outside the fence.
Don't design narrow paths 📏
Narrow paths can confuse the animals. It's a good idea to test the width of the fence by observing the animals, or take a collar in hand and test it yourself.