thomo84 Posted August 18, 2010 Share Posted August 18, 2010 Hello, Just wondering if anyone knows of some places and brands of indoor fencing to stop a dog/puppy from going onto the carpet? We live in a rental property so whatever we use can't be mounted etc. and each gap is perhaps 0.5 - 1m wide. Thanks Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
pie Posted August 18, 2010 Share Posted August 18, 2010 What about using some baby gates? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
thomo84 Posted August 18, 2010 Author Share Posted August 18, 2010 yeah googling them now :D Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
raffikki Posted August 18, 2010 Share Posted August 18, 2010 As a cheaper option to proper baby gates, I use the bunnings compost cage pieces as gates inside, taped on one side to wall or frame, so they swing open like little doors. They are 90cm x 70cm and still keep my 2 x 17 month olds out of rooms I don't want them to get into :D Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
pie Posted August 18, 2010 Share Posted August 18, 2010 I used the bunnings compost panels for my house when I needed to block a door way off but they chipped the plaster and wore some of the paint off the door frame where they were bumped :D Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Andisa Posted August 18, 2010 Share Posted August 18, 2010 I used the bunnings compost panels for my house when I needed to block a door way off but they chipped the plaster and wore some of the paint off the door frame where they were bumped :D Cut a piece of hose and split it length wise and place it over the edge of the wire to protect the walls. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
pie Posted August 18, 2010 Share Posted August 18, 2010 Good idea Andisa, I'll keep that in mind. I wasn't too concerned because I'm in the process of painting the house anyway. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Red Fox Posted August 18, 2010 Share Posted August 18, 2010 Baby gates :D Get them from target when they have a sale, generally happens once every month or two. Sometimes you can even pick them up half price The metal ones with the extenders and the springs are good as they close automatically. They are anywhere from $60-$90 (less on special) Otherwise the sliding wooden ones are MUCH cheaper at around $20. You can't open them so they need either removing (easy, you just pull it out) or stepping over when you want to go through. We have both. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Whippetsmum Posted August 18, 2010 Share Posted August 18, 2010 I have the baby gates as well as some fencing made from a puppy pen that is on loan, if I seperate the panels into sets of 3 panels, and zig zag them a little, they are self supporting. Just be aware that the dogs can and will get over anything, or even through a bit of a fence by just pushing it. Any gate is only a reminder of the barrier that you are imposing as the "pack leader", so you need to be very firm with your training. Work on your wait command so the dog doesn't burst through on you into the wrong area of the house. Make sure you also establish a base area that you can send the dog to when you need it, eg: mine have a bean bag, and as soon as I say bean bag, they stay there. You can use a mat or bed or crate too. Mine will always return to their safe place as soon as they are told! You can then reward the pup for doing the right thing instead of fuming when they get onto the carpet. My dogs know that if they break through the gates they have done the wrong thing, but sometimes, they can't help themselves, eg: when daddy gets home and spends 30 minutes on the wrong side of the gate without acknowledging them....(time to train daddy). I know that they know, I don't even have to say anything, after they get a pat from daddy, they sidle back to the bean bag a little sheepishly. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
OSoSwift Posted August 18, 2010 Share Posted August 18, 2010 Baby gates. The one I have is self closing, it can be attacthed to the wall with a screw, or can be tightened up so as to sit in the doorway and stay put. Mine was screwed in Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest RANDCMOORE31 Posted August 18, 2010 Share Posted August 18, 2010 I use baby gates - you can get them in all heights and lengths - Dealsdirect.com have a pretty good range. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
thomo84 Posted August 18, 2010 Author Share Posted August 18, 2010 yeah bought a couple of ebay last night, 2 for $30 which is pretty cheap and then might head down to target and see what they have in stock, if not much then internet it will be. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Shelby Posted August 19, 2010 Share Posted August 19, 2010 I have the wooden baby gates. But now that I have little babies that can just walk between the bars I have added a panel of bunnings compost bin to each gate. Just hooked a bungy strap to each. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
thomo84 Posted August 19, 2010 Author Share Posted August 19, 2010 yeah i am going to use the wooden extendable ones as well but i need one for the bottom of a staircase that has a gate so its easier to get up and down the stairs. Bit more expensive though like $100 instead of $20. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
daisygirl Posted August 20, 2010 Share Posted August 20, 2010 yeah i am going to use the wooden extendable ones as well but i need one for the bottom of a staircase that has a gate so its easier to get up and down the stairs. Bit more expensive though like $100 instead of $20. Keep checking on ebay. We got both of our metal opening gates on ebay for around $30 each. One had a broken catch but we just use a dog collar to keep it closed. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
moosepup Posted August 20, 2010 Share Posted August 20, 2010 As a cheaper option to proper baby gates, I use the bunnings compost cage pieces as gates inside, taped on one side to wall or frame, so they swing open like little doors.They are 90cm x 70cm and still keep my 2 x 17 month olds out of rooms I don't want them to get into Yep, we use those too. See below... I cable tied 2 sides together, one is hooked around the shell and the other can be moved like a gate. Very cheap and easily moved. We use them everywhere! See the sad faces in the background?? That's effective locking out! :champagne: Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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