4 Feet: Small & Medium Dogs
For most small and medium breeds, a 4-foot fence contains comfortably — tall enough to keep them in and distractions out.
Fence Types • DFW
Dog Fences Built for the Dog You Actually Have
There is no universal dog fence, because there is no universal dog. A dachshund needs different containment than a husky with opinions. So we start with your dog: how high they jump, whether they dig, what they chew, and how they react to the neighbor's cat. Then we match the fence — height, material, picket spacing — to that animal. Four feet handles most small and medium dogs; six feet for large or athletic breeds. Deep-set posts and dig-proof options keep the escape artists home. Most installs take one to three days.
- Designed Around Your Dog
- Installed in 1–3 Days
- Fully Insured
Get the Height Right
How Tall Should a Dog Fence Be?
6 Feet: Large & Active Dogs
Big dogs, athletic breeds, and dedicated jumpers need 6 feet. We can go taller and add reinforcement for the true escape artists.
Escape-Proofing
Built Against Digging, Jumping, and Chewing
Deep-set posts and dig-proof options stop the tunnelers. Tight picket spacing keeps noses and paws inside. Materials are chosen to shrug off the occasional chew — and Texas weather while they are at it. For dogs that patrol the fence line, extra gates and reinforced panels keep daily life convenient for you and boring for them.
Our most-recommended build is an ornamental metal dog fence: secure, chew-proof, and genuinely good-looking. Chain link is the budget-friendly classic for dog runs, and wood privacy calms reactive dogs by blocking the view.
Built for Texas
Tough on Weather, Easy on Paws
A dog fence in DFW has two adversaries: the dog and the climate. Our materials stand up to heat, storms, and the occasional jump or chew, with posts set deep in concrete against shifting clay soil. Smooth finishes and tight spacing keep curious snouts safe. And before any post hole is dug, we call 8-1-1 — every job, every time.
Why DFW Top Fence
A Local Crew You Can Hold Accountable
Your dog cannot read a warranty, but you can.
Fully Insured
Full insurance coverage on every job, so your property is protected from day one.
Workmanship Warranty
Every installation is backed by our workmanship warranty — exact terms spelled out in your quote.
We Call 8-1-1
We always call 8-1-1 before we dig. No guessing where the utility lines run.
Honest, Flexible Pricing
Itemized quotes valid for 60 days. No surprise line items after the handshake.
Dog Fence Questions
Questions & Answers
What type of fence is best for keeping my dog safe?
It depends on the dog. Our most-recommended build is an ornamental metal dog fence — secure, chew-resistant, and attractive. Chain link is the budget pick for dog runs, and wood privacy fencing helps reactive dogs by blocking the view. We match the design to your dog's size and behavior.
How tall should my dog fence be?
4 feet for most small and medium dogs; 6 feet for large or active breeds and jumpers. We can build taller with reinforced panels for determined escape artists.
My dog digs. Can you stop that?
We build for it — deep-set posts, tight picket spacing, and dig-proof options along the fence line take tunneling off the table.
Can a dog fence still look good?
Absolutely. Ornamental metal, clean chain link in black, or classic wood — a dog fence can match your home and your landscaping while doing its day job.
Keep Planning
Related Services & Fence Types
Dog secured. Here is what most pet owners look at next.
Services
- Fence Installation — most dog fences are done in 1–3 days
- Fence Repair — fix the gap before the dog finds it
- Gate Installation — extra gates make yard life easier
Other Fence Types
- Chain Link Fences — the classic dog-run material
- Wrought Iron Fences — ornamental security that outlasts every dog
- Aluminum Fences — rust-free pickets, easy on the eyes
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