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Underground Hidden Dog Fences by Dogwatch®
Dedicated Pet Professionals
Our DogWatch dealership proudly services Central Indiana and the surrounding area. We've lived in Indianapolis, Indiana and can't imagine living anywhere else. We chose DogWatch because DogWatch had a superior product offering with the FM Safelink design, a 2 year battery life vs. the 3 to 4 month battery life of the competitors, and a user friendly transmitter. We love working with animals and we hope to have the opportunity to help keep your pet safe. Read More
What Our Customers Say
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Chuck MossSeptember 7, 2026Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google.
We have been very happy with our fence for a few years now...recently lightening struck a tree in our yard and unknown to us took out our transmitter..when we realized it wasnt working the lady in beech grove was suuuper helpful and had me run a few tests to determine the problem which was the transmitter which she replaced under a lifetime warranty...i have never regretted doing business with dogwatchPosted on Google
Cathy ChaplinJuly 8, 2026I'd give more stars if I could. The best investment we have ever made. Every time I call with an issue (not with the product, my dogs eat each other's collars) they responded quickly and were so nice!Posted on Google
Franny GallagherJuly 8, 2026We’ve had a great experience with DogWatch Hidden Fence! They installed our hidden fence, and their follow-up service has been outstanding. Anytime we’ve needed repairs to the fence or help with our dogs’ collars, they’ve been responsive, reliable, and easy to work with. Excellent customer service and a company we highly recommend!Posted on Google
Steve FulcherMay 14, 2026Great servicePosted on Google
Christian RodgersMay 14, 2026Excellent customer service.Posted on Google
Ashley DieboldMay 12, 2026I am so incredibly impressed with DogWatch! They were kind, competent, helpful and had GREAT communication! I am grateful that our Millie, the most beloved member of our family, has access to a safe fence and exceptional staff to help train her and answer all our questions. Sincerely, A Dog Watch Fan For Life+0Posted on Google
alvera whitakerMarch 26, 2026Love the fence my dog doesn’t like it great jobPosted on Google
Midwest ManchildFebruary 6, 2026Fence works great. Everyone is friendly and professional.Posted on Google
Jeff ConyerJanuary 30, 2026We have 3 dogs on a 1-acre dog fence and it is great. Very good people to deal with and very happy with the install. I recommend!Posted on Google
Carolyn KraeszigJanuary 16, 2026My dog is able to run freely now without me worrying about her leaving the yard. She was trained quickly! Can’t ask for anything better!Posted on Google
Angie WilkinsJanuary 3, 2026They were very responsive. Spent quality time explaining all the options. Christian was very helpful in training our new puppy to the fence.Posted on Google
Alisha JonesDecember 26, 2025Professional and quick to respond. Timely and knowledgeable. I like that they are a small business & family operated.Posted on Google
Shelley KruggelOctober 1, 2025DogWatch worker with me to find the perfect solution for my two Australian Shepherds at my new home that doesn’t allow above ground fencing. I am still in training phases, but I can tell it’s going to work well for both dogs. Great product and great training!Posted on Google
John MartinAugust 10, 2025Installation and followup was professional and as discussedPosted on Google
Debbi HoddeAugust 6, 2025Curt and team are so incredibly responsive and dedicated to make sure that we are providing the best option for our beloved pets. I've had the pleasure of working with him exclusively at two homes, and we could not be more pleased with his considerate service.
Our DogWatch Dealership is locally owned and operated by people that live in your community or close by. When you choose DogWatch of Central Indiana, 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!
Customer Testimonial
We love the DogWatch system and so does our lab, “Bear”. We have trained him three times a day for seven days now. He is running in our yard and we are now training him to catch a Frisbee (which is going to take a little longer than the training for the DogWatch system!)
P.K. and Paula
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 Indiana. 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.