One of the RV dealerships told us about some fencing that collapses, so that we would have a little yard for the pups to play in without being on leash. Anyone know about these?
Racerguy said
10:49 PM Jul 12, 2010
Any pet store will have one.
Bob and Cheri said
08:17 AM Jul 13, 2010
We've been looking at the portable electronic fences for when we go full time, our little guys are used to the electronic fence we have in our sticks and bricks home now, so this would be an easy switch for them. They are available at pet stores and Cabella's. They have up to an 150' circle and can be lowered to smaller circumfrence from that point. This will give them the freedom they are used to.
53 Merc said
08:27 AM Jul 13, 2010
desertnurse wrote:
One of the RV dealerships told us about some fencing that collapses, so that we would have a little yard for the pups to play in without being on leash. Anyone know about these?
You have to be careful using X-Pens or other types of fence. Most RV Parks and State Parks have a strict rule about "Leash" rules. Some will not allow X-Pens to be used as it is not a leash. State Parks simply state a leash not longer than six feet and a person on the other end is required. Depends on how strict they are, but I always try to be within the letter of the law.
As far as the electronic fence, I am sure it would not be allowed or approved.
In volunteering at State Parks, the rangers always insisted we enforce the leash law. Second infraction resulted in expulsion of the camper and pet. Some even make cats be on leash. Sometimes fun to watch.
faerie said
09:07 AM Jul 13, 2010
just be careful how big a "yard" you make. we have 2 dogs and we put up fencing for them but they are never outside without one of us. we try to surround our chairs with the fence so when we sit outside they can be next to us. keep a lease on them anyway so if the charge at someone for any reason you can control them easily. and of course always ask upon signin whether you can put a fence up, it saves having to take it down and bad feelings later.
mktobob said
12:48 PM Jul 13, 2010
Be careful with your pets when they are outside. I have been seeing and hearing more coyotes in places that are not all that remote. Keep a very watchful eye on your pets to help keep them safe.
Postalpair said
10:06 PM Jul 13, 2010
When we were in our campground in Cape Cod.....they owners told our neighbors to take down their little "pen" they had made for their 2 little yorkies. Told them to take it down or they would have to leave. Rules stated "must be on a leash when outside".... Just be careful, and go by the rules. Rule of thumb would be to ask first....
-- Edited by Postalpair on Tuesday 13th of July 2010 10:07:09 PM
desertnurse said
11:11 AM Jul 14, 2010
Aw, man! Sorry to hear that. Those Yorkies are man eaters, you know ;)
Guess we'll save the fencing for boondocking....
sjptak said
03:27 PM Jul 22, 2010
Jamie, I'm definately not afraid of dogs, but the logic behind it is if you make the rule for one, it has to be in effect for all or else if anything does happen where it wasn't enforced, the liability would be shared by the CG owner. I travel with a cat and a dog, btw.
Racerguy said
07:29 PM Jul 22, 2010
I think the two biggest reasons many parks don't allow them is because of the damage they do to the lawn in that particular area and the the fact some people put dogs out that bark continuessly at anything that moves with no thought for others. I am a big dog lover but will not allow my dog to disturb others. I think it' easier to just not allow them than it is to police the few that mess it up for the rest.
Bob and Cheri said
04:32 PM Apr 5, 2012
We are finding that more and more parks do have "Doggie Park" areas, where the pet can be off leash to play and exercise. However, we have two very small guys, one is 5 lbs the other is 7lbs. So we always keep them on a leash, even in play areas, simply because they are just a nibble to a larger dog and it would only take one time to do our little guys in. We take them for walks for exercise and just go with the rules, it's much easier that way.
As far as the electronic fence, I am sure it would not be allowed or approved.
In volunteering at State Parks, the rangers always insisted we enforce the leash law. Second infraction resulted in expulsion of the camper and pet. Some even make cats be on leash. Sometimes fun to watch.
Just be careful, and go by the rules. Rule of thumb would be to ask first....
-- Edited by Postalpair on Tuesday 13th of July 2010 10:07:09 PM
I'm definately not afraid of dogs, but the logic behind it is if you make the rule for one, it has to be in effect for all or else if anything does happen where it wasn't enforced, the liability would be shared by the CG owner. I travel with a cat and a dog, btw.