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Is your dog getting into the pool or hot tub unsupervised?
A pool fence is expensive and obstructs your yard. There is a better way. Answer a few quick questions to get a personalized recommendation for your property.
Most pool accidents happen when no one is watching.
Dogs can fall into a pool and struggle to find the steps or ledge to get out. Even strong swimmers can tire quickly paddling along the wall. Hot tubs carry their own risks: the heat, the chemicals, and the disorientation that comes with both can turn an unsupervised visit into an emergency. Some states legally require a physical pool fence — and even when one is in place, gates get left open and dogs find gaps.
A physical fence is a good first layer of protection. Outdoor Shields® Plus by Invisible Fence® Brand adds the second layer — an invisible boundary your dog learns to respect even when the gate is open, the latch fails, or someone forgets to close it behind them.
The boundary is adjustable, weatherproof, and trained into place by a certified Invisible Fence® Brand professional. Your required fence stays in place. Your dog learns to stay back from the water entirely.
Why a Physical Fence Alone Is Not Enough
How They Compare
| Physical Fence or Gate Alone
| Physical Fence + Outdoor Shields® Plus |
|---|---|---|
How It Works | ||
Relies entirely on the gate being closed and latched correctly every time | Fence provides the physical barrier. Shields® keeps your dog away from the water even when the gate is open. | |
Effectiveness | ||
One open gate or unlatched latch removes all protection immediately | Boundary is always active regardless of gate status. Two layers of protection working together. | |
When It Fails | ||
Guest leaves the gate open. Child forgets to latch. Latch wears out over time. | The invisible boundary holds even when the physical fence fails. Your dog stays back from the water. | |
Behavior Change | ||
Does not address why the dog is drawn to the water | Trains a reliable, lasting response that keeps your dog away from the pool area entirely | |
Legal Compliance | ||
Required by law in many states. Non-negotiable. | Outdoor Shields® Plus complements your required fence. It does not replace it. | |
Aesthetics | ||
Visible fencing is a legal requirement in many states and cannot be removed | Outdoor Shields® Plus adds invisible protection that works alongside your existing fence without changing its appearance. | |
Best For | ||
Properties that rely solely on human vigilance to keep the gate closed | Properties that want a reliable second layer of protection beyond the physical fence requirement | |
Three Risks That Persist Even With a Pool Fence in Place
Drowning Risk
A dog that falls into a pool can struggle to locate the steps or ledge. Even confident swimmers tire quickly when paddling along a smooth wall with no exit. The risk is highest when you are not there to notice. Outdoor Shields® Plus removes access to the water entirely when unsupervised.
Hot Tub Hazards
Hot tub water is significantly warmer than a pool and treated with higher concentrations of chemicals. A dog that gets in or drinks from a hot tub can overheat rapidly, experience chemical irritation, or become disoriented in a way that makes getting out difficult. The cover is not a reliable barrier.
Unsupervised Access
Most pool accidents do not happen during a supervised swim. They happen when a door is left open, a gate is unlatched, or no one notices the dog slipped outside. A physical fence helps. Outdoor Shields® Plus means the boundary is active even when the gate is not.
We found our dog paddling in circles at two in the morning after she slipped out through the back door. She was exhausted and could not find the steps. We had Outdoor Shields® Plus installed within the week. We have not had a single scare since.
- Lisa M., Tampa.
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