What are the pros and cons of temporary versus more permanent forms of fencing?
We group fences into four categories: (1) portable or temporary, (2) semi-permanent or permanent, (3) permanent high tensile, and (4) the Horse Sense® fence system. Portable fences often come in kits that include the fence controller as well as the posts and wire needed for installation. You can also create an easily-moved temporary system using steel-rod, fiberglass or poly step-in posts; poly wire, poly tape, or poly rope; and other lightweight components. Although such fences typically run for short distances, they cost relatively little, install very easily, yet provide adequate security for most animals. Semi-permanent or permanent fences consist of T-posts, rods, or U-posts driven into the ground and virtually any type of conductive wire. This type of fence is often used for pastures and cross fencing. The ease of installation can range from easy to moderate, depending on the terrain and the animal being contained or excluded. Permanent high-tensile fences use deeply anchored woo
