Welded Wire Fence, 4"x2" Squares with Metal T-Posts

[whistlepig]

Fencing for our horses was difficult. Fencing for our dogs ten times more so. I have twenty acres that is dog proof. That wasn't easy. And this process for the dogs is never ending.

 

[two_bit_score]

You should see my neighbor's yard. They have three big dogs that run their front yard. One is a German shepherd. The other two are mixed breed about the same size. With the rain we have been having their front yard looks like a mud track with the track following the outline of the underground wire.

As for me, I have little dogs. The underground wire would not keep big dogs from entering my yard and attacking my dogs.

I prefer a chain-link fence for dogs. I've also used welded 2"X4" welded mesh wire, but in the long run, chain-link will be much better and cheaper. The chain-link fence I installed 24 years ago is still there, but the welded mesh fabric is long gone.

I think you're right about the chain link being better. He could run a line of electric fence down atnthe bottom. That might stop the digging.

 

[Furu]

If you want the 2 x4 inch fence look, I would evaluate the woven horse fence rather than the welded wire fencing. Much more robust and will loo better as well.

 

[rich_ncal]

Does anyone know of low cost connectors for bracing a corner or attaching one T-post to another? The local feed store has Wedge-Loc connectors. The Wedge-loc parts are about $2 for each part and six parts are needed for bracing each side of a corner.

I installed a second post and an angle and attached it with wire, as in the attached photos.

 

[mojoinco]

I've been the Wedloc route.
For your dog, an ok solution.
For a long, strong solution, they suck. Too much money. Put in a well braced wood post. I am slowly removing my Wedgeloc supports. This summer I expect to complete my replacements.

Though it could be an issue with debris, there are livestock panels with ~3"x3" squares (same as cattle or hog panels). They would work well for installing along the bottom of the fence in the ditch. I attached some I installed with hog rings to the fence.

Setting posts sucks, but you could rent a digger and get a buddy out for a Saturday morning (beer & bbq will help). Then plant a few wood posts for corners and bracing. Welded wire will be a disappointment (I do appreciate it is cheaper). On the other hand, if all you are protecting is that little dog, it will do.

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