Dog-Proof Your Yard with the Right Fence

For many Seattle-area homeowners, dogs are family—and keeping them safe in the backyard is a top priority. But if your pup is a digger, jumper, or escape artist, a standard fence might not be enough. At Rain City Fence, we build dog-friendly fences that work with your yard’s slope and soil to help keep your furry friends safe and sound.

Whether you’re in Seattle, Bellevue, Mercer Island, Redmond, or Kirkland, a dog-proof fence needs to be both well-designed and well-installed to prevent gaps and escape routes.

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Minimizing the Gap at the Fence Bottom

A common escape point? That space between the bottom of your fence and the ground. You want to minimize this gap while avoiding direct wood-to-soil contact that can shorten your fence’s life.

A 1–2 inch gap is typical, but that small space requires occasional maintenance. Fallen leaves, mulch, and dirt can build up and rot the cedar at the bottom of your fence. Regularly inspect your fence line, especially after storms or landscaping work.

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Building with the Grade of Your Yard

In the Pacific Northwest, sloped yards are common—from the hills of Edmonds to the waterfront drops in Shoreline.

Vertical Pickets

For traditional vertical fences, it’s common for our team to slope the bottom rail to match your yard’s grade and attaches pickets to follow the terrain. This prevents big gaps underneath.

Horizontal Pickets

Horizontal fences look sleek, but take more finesse. When installed level across sloped ground, the bottom pickets need angled cuts—or even custom 2x4s—so they follow the slope closely without leaving gaps. Our experienced crew knows how to build around any challenge to keep your fence—and your dog—secure.

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Closing Gaps at Fence Ends

Dogs are crafty, especially near fence ends, gates, or where fences meet walls or structures. That’s why we custom-build panels and close off open ends with tight framing and picketing. It’s the kind of detail that makes a difference—and something our Seattle clients really appreciate.

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Reinforce Below Ground with Dig Defence®

If your pup is part mole, you might want to go underground.

Dig Defence® is a simple, effective dig barrier system made from galvanized American steel. It installs directly into the ground along your fence line and creates a physical barrier that discourages digging—without hurting your dog or damaging your landscaping.

Popular Option: XL Model

• 24″ long x 15″ deep

• Tines spaced 1.5″ apart

• Provides 30 feet of coverage per 15-pack

• No maintenance required

It’s an excellent addition for extra peace of mind, especially for dog owners in areas with loose soil like parts of Redmond and Kirkland.

Learn more about Dig Defence® here

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Why Choose Rain City Fence?

We’re not just fence builders—we’re dog people, too. We understand that your fence has a job to do, and we’re here to make sure it does it well. From expert grading to custom pet-proof framing, we design fences that last through all four seasons—and keep tails wagging across Seattle and the Puget Sound.

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Ready to Fence in Your Dog-Friendly Yard?

Let’s create a fence that keeps your pup happy and safe. Rain City Fence proudly serves homeowners in Seattle, Bellevue, Mercer Island, Redmond, Kirkland, Edmonds, Shoreline, and surrounding communities.

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