Will Chicken Wire Stop My Dog from Digging?
Digging may be a natural doggy behavior, but it's also a dangerous one. An avid digger can decimate a yard in minutes and break free for a hazardous run through the neighborhood. However, a roll of chicken wire and little elbow grease will stop your digging pooch in his tracks.

Does chicken wire prevent dogs from digging?

To keep your dog in your yard: Bury chicken wire at the base of the fence. Be sure to roll the sharp edges away from your yard. Place large rocks, partially buried, along the bottom of the fence line.

What can I put on the ground to stop my dog from digging?

Digging Deterrents

  • Partially bury rocks (flat ones in particular) in noted digging spots.
  • Bury plastic chicken wire or netting just under the surface. ...
  • Citrus peels, cayenne, or vinegar may wrinkle that nose.
  • If you have a sprinkler system, a motion sensor method can be a good deterrent.
James H. Sterling

James H. Sterling

Environmental Science & Climate Journalist

James Sterling reports on renewable energy developments, climate policy, ecological conservation, and green tech innovations around the globe.

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