Re: [pyrnet] Fence height for pyrs

[HLE <levoy@bellsouth.net>]

Kelly Haskins wrote:

> My question comes down to
> this- Is a 4 foot fence high enough? I know there is
> no way Mandy is going over a 4 foot fence. Or do I
> need to go to 4 1/2 or 5 feet? Has anyone had fences
> of these heights with pyrs that can give me some
> advice? 
>  
Hi Kelly

I've had rescue people tell me that they would not hand a Pyr over to 
anyone who had less than a 6 foot fence.  However, that may be over 
kill. . .what they can't go over, they'll go under or through if they 
want to bad enough.

To answer your question; my wife is very particular about HER yard (I 
just get to mow the grass).  She was concerned about the same things as you.

When the fence post were set, they were all over 6 feet tall.  So I had 
the contractor bring in  pieces of 41/2, 5, and 6 foot fencing.  The 6 
was a little much for my wife.  But you practically can't tell the 
difference between the 4 1/2 and the 5 when they stand alone.  So we 
went with the 5.

Finally, some well chosen plantings around the fencing "took the harsh 
edge" off the appearance. . .Be careful that the plants, vines, and 
bushes aren't harmful to the dogs.

HLE