How to Choose the Right Aluminum Fence for Your Dog
🏡 Why Aluminum Fencing Is Ideal for Dogs
If you’re a dog owner searching for a strong, long-lasting, and secure perimeter for your backyard, an aluminum fence is one of the best options available. Unlike wood, chain-link, or vinyl, aluminum fencing is:
Rust-proof
Non-climbable
Maintenance-free
Custom-fabricated to your layout
At GreatFence.com, all of our panels and gates are built to order — including those designed with pets in mind.
🐶 What Makes a Fence “Dog-Safe”?
Dogs are natural explorers — and sometimes escape artists. Here are the top things to consider when selecting an aluminum fence that protects your furry family members:
1. Picket Spacing
Standard aluminum fence panels may have picket gaps that are too wide for smaller dogs or puppies.
➡️ That’s where Puppy Pickets (aka Dog Panels) come in.
These feature:
Additional short pickets at the bottom
One extra horizontal rail for added structure
Designed to prevent small pets from slipping through or getting stuck
👉 Learn more about our Puppy Picket Panels
2. Fence Height
For medium to large dogs, jumping is a risk — especially near distractions like sidewalks or driveways.
At GreatFence.com, we recommend:
4–5 feet tall for average dogs
6–8 feet for high-jumpers or security-conscious homes
All fence panels are available in multiple heights — and we custom-cut for sloped or uneven yards too.
3. Gate Security
Your aluminum fence is only as secure as its gate. That’s why we offer:
Heavy-duty gate hinges
Locking latches and self-closing hardware
Matching puppy picket options on gates as well as panels
✅ Note: Puppy pickets are built into new panels or gates only. They’re not retrofittable.
🛠 Fence for Dogs = Long-Term Investment
When you install an aluminum dog fence:
You’re not replacing it in 5 years
You’re not worrying about splinters, rust, rot, or collapse
You’re getting a lifetime warranty, baked into every product we sell
Every product at GreatFence.com is:
Made in the USA
Fabricated to your specs
Shipped direct nationwide
🐕 Real Examples from GreatFence Customers
We’ve helped hundreds of pet owners install dog-safe fencing. Here are just a few examples of how real customers use puppy picket panels to keep their pets safe:
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Residential yard with flat-top dog panel + arched single gate
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Commercial-style 6′ black panel enclosing a dog park
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Pool fence with puppy pickets and magnetic locking gate
👉 Check out our Dog Fence Photo Gallery for ideas.
📦 Ready to Order a Dog-Friendly Aluminum Fence?
You can build your custom dog fence today in just a few clicks:
Choose Residential, Commercial, or Industrial panel grade
Select your height and width
Add “Puppy Pickets” during configuration
Choose gates to match — all styles support dog-friendly designs
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📌 Final Thoughts
An aluminum fence designed for dogs isn’t just safe — it’s strong, sleek, and built to last a lifetime. Whether you need a 4’ panel with tight spacing for your Boston Terrier, or an 8’ gate to keep your German Shepherd secure, we’ve got you covered.
Your pets deserve the best.
And you deserve peace of mind.
