Adding A Fence Will Give Your Pets The Space They Need

You don’t have to enclose your entire property to create a great pet space. Many homeowners start with a dedicated “pet zone,” especially if they:

• have a large yard
• want to reduce fencing costs
• need a safe area near the back door
• want to protect landscaping

Add-ons that make it feel like “their space”:

• a weather-resistant mat or outdoor bed
• food and water station (shaded if possible)
• toys, chew items, or a ball bin
• a covered area for rain and sun

Not all fences are equally pet-friendly. A good pet fence should be:

• difficult to chew or push through
• free of sharp edges
• tight enough to prevent squeezing out
• tall enough to discourage jumping
• designed to prevent digging under

If you have a digging dog, consider:

• bottom tension wire (chain link)
• buried mesh or a dig barrier
• extending fencing slightly below grade

Georgia summers can be brutal, and dogs overheat fast. A simple water feature makes the yard more fun and helps them cool down.

• a sturdy kiddie pool (avoid thin inflatable pools)
• a small splash pad
• a pet-safe outdoor fountain

• avoid toxic plants in reachable areas
• use raised planters for delicate landscaping
• use pet-safe weed control and fertilizers

• shaded corners or covered patio access
• trees or shade sails
• a dog house or covered kennel space
• tunnels made with lattice + vines