Securely-Fenced Exercise Area

The fence encloses a yard or creates a large exercise area, larger than outdoor kennels. In our experience, this area should measure at least 20 ft x 40 ft for a Giant breed. An adequate fence isa physical barrier that prevents the dog within to go out of the area by jumping, digging, or exiting through gates not properly secured. The fence will prevent any other animal from entering the property the dog lives on and will be secure enough to prevent intruders or small children from easily gaining entry or allowing the dog out of the fenced area. Although fencing is not a 100% guarantee that the dog will not escape, it does increase the probability that the dog will not escape and become injured, lost, or struck and killed by a car. We want our rescued dogs to live a long, happy and safe life. Living in the country does not mean fencing is not required.

The adequate fence does not include a split rail, electric, page wire, or invisible fence. A shock or electric collar is not acceptable. A kennel environment is not acceptable for housing, safety,or the emotional well being of the dog. If the dog should be able to jump over, or dig under the fence, it is no longer an adequate fence and must be repaired by raising it to six (6) feet or higher, and repairing any and all weak spots immediately.

Trinity of Hope Dog Rescue's placement policy requires the provision of a securely-fenced area. In rare cases, we will consider a potential home that does not have fencing if the potential adopters are willing to install fencing within a reasonable period of time, during which the dog is on a foster-with-potential-to-adopt arrangement. Failure to install the fence within the period time allocated, will result in a THDR representative removing the dog from the potential home.