Freestanding Cat Fence System
How deep do the sleeves that hold the posts go into the ground?
The great thing about our system is that you do not need to dig post holes or pour concrete. The sleeves included in the Freestanding Fence kits hold the poles securely in the ground. They are 2 feet long and only about 1.5-2 inches is left above gro
How do I work around slopes or hills?
Our Freestanding Cat Fence Enclosure System can be installed on a slope with a couple of minor installation adjustments. We recommend that a post is set at each change in slope, so if your slope is relatively consistent, you'll have to set one post a
Can you explain what the tools you sell are used for and if they are needed?
We sell a variety of tools that may be helpful for your installation, but most are not absolutly necessary (or you may already own them!):. We offer all of these tools in an installation kit for purchase if interested.
What precautions do I need to take when mowing the lawn?
The bottom portion of the fence material is welded wire, which is very durable. It is not only a chew guard that offers protection from predators but is also durable for lawn maintenance. The stakes that go every two feet to hold the wire close to th
Can you describe the post installation where the fence meets a wall?
Posts should be as close to the side of a building as possible to minimize any gaps where cats could squeeze through. Many homes feature an underground concrete footing that comes out away from the house wall which prevents ground sleeves from being
How do I install the fence at corners?
Inside Corners. The Freestanding Fence System is designed to work in corners that are no less than 90 degrees. 90-degree corners are the most common and typically do not require any special hardware or components. In each 90-degree corner, you will n
Can I use the Freestanding Fence to contain both cats and dogs?
While our standard Freestanding Cat Fence is designed specifically for keeping cats safely contained, it is possible to use the fence to also contain dogs. Because cats tend to be more challenging to contain, it is recommended that the enclosure area
How far apart are the posts spaced?
It is recommended that Freestanding Fence Posts are spaced no greater than 14 ft apart, but they can certainly be spaced closer if necessary (may require additional posts).
Can the fence be installed on or over concrete (such as a patio or walkway)?
The Freestanding Fence System can be installed over concrete surfaces. Depending on your particular layout or configuration, this may require using special hardware to secure the posts and/or Chew/Dig Guard directly to the surface of the concrete. We
What is the height of the Freestanding Cat Fence system?
Our Freestanding Fence height is technically adjustable by setting the arm mounting collar (the piece that holds the spring-loaded arm to the post) at the desired height. The posts included with the Freestanding Fence are 86" long, but of that, about
How is the mesh attached to the fence posts?
The Freestanding Cat Fence system includes two types of mesh fence material:. The poly mesh is installed first, starting from the "top" of the fence and working down. All fence mesh comes as a roll that you can cut to length as needed. Depending on t
Will the posts move in the winter when the ground freezes?
The ground sleeves that hold the posts for the Freestanding Fence are 24" long. During installation, you will leave about 1.5" above ground. We have been using this system and sleeves of these lengths for over a decade and have installations across t
Can you remove and reuse the ground sleeves?
If you are unable to remove the sleeves or damage them in the process, individual ground sleeves are available for purchase.
Can the fence be moved/relocated/reconfigured?
Our Freestanding Fence System is designed to be semi-permanent. This means that it can stand as it's installed indefinitely or be disassembled and reinstalled at a different location or even in a different configuration in the same location. This is
Do I need to have utilities marked before installation?
The Freestanding Fence posts are anchored using a component called a ground sleeve. Ground sleeves have a total length of 24" and should be driven into the ground between 16-22". The depth of underground utilities is determined by local code, and cod
What prevents digging underneath the fence?
We have been fine-tuning our fencing system for over 20 years now, and have tweaked the design to address all the ways cats may attempt to make their escape!. Along the bottom, we include a welded wire fence material that is bent into an "L" shape. T
Can this be installed in rocky soil?
Rocky Soil. Our Freestanding Cat Fence system can be installed in rocky/gravely soil, but it may require a couple of additional steps. Our customers with rocky or difficult soil will often find that some parts of their yard are worse than others, so