Does electronic fencing work with Greyhounds?
No, electronic fencing is not suitable for use with Greyhounds. A Greyhound in pursuit of a small animal will run right through an electronic fence. Electronic fences also do not keep out stray dogs, stray cats, raccoons and other wildlife, or teasing children. Enough dogs have turned up in shelters and pounds wearing their electronic fence collars to convince us that electronic fencing is not a safe, reliable way to contain most dogs. We make exceptions to the fenced yard requirement for the right homes, but we do not place dogs in homes with electronic fencing. Sensitivities Greyhounds’ livers metabolize toxins from their bloodstreams more slowly than other dogs of comparable size, and they have a very low percentage of body fat in proportion to their size, so it is easier for harmful concentrations of toxins to develop. Additionally, Greyhounds are very sensitive to certain medications, including anesthesia. Make sure that your veterinarian is aware of a Greyhound’s special anesthes
