Welcome to Hidden Fence
We’re your local Virginia pet fencing experts and distributor of the remarkable Pet Stop® electronic dog containment systems. We have over 18 years experience keeping pets safely and securely contained and we’re confident that when you choose a professionally installed hidden electric pet fencing system from us, you’re getting the best pet fencing system available at the best value! The safety and security of your pet is our top priority. Give us a call today to find out how we can help give your pet the freedom they deserve while giving you peace of mind.
Dog Fencing
Have you thought about installing an underground electric dog fence, but the thought of zapping your pet made you think again? If so, you probably haven’t heard about our exclusive gentle products and training methods. With over 15 years experience in keeping pets safely secured, we know how to properly contain without harming your pet. When you choose Hidden Fence, Inc, you’re choosing the highest quality products and services at the best price.
Dog FencingGentleSteps Training
Our training technique will teach your dog his new hidden fence, and it will do so without frightening or stressing them out. As the name implies, this training uses numerous tiny little steps of harmless static corrections that feel much like tickles. The tickles really do feel like tickles, and we encourage you to feel them for yourself.
Watch us train a puppy using our GentleSteps™ training method:
Meet Our Team
We’re here to help. Our team is small yet effective. This allows us to give you and your dog first-rate personalized service.
Should you trust us to keep your dog safe, you will likely be meeting with Nick (left) or Mike (right).
Customer service is important to us and we desire to handle your inquiry as quickly as possible.
Owner Support
Have a wire break or need other maintenance on your Invisible Fence® system? You can count on us to provide you with reliable service and repair, no matter what underground electric pet fence brand you’re using. We also offer special trade-in pricing for current Invisible Fence® brand owners.
Service Areas
We proudly serve Prince William, Loudoun, Fauquier, Warren, Stafford, Clarke and Frederick Counties in Virginia.
Keeping your pet safely and effectively contained is Hidden Fence Inc.’s top priority – that’s why we’re proud to provide you with Pet Stop® brand electronic pet fencing products and accessories. All Pet Stop® products are Made in the USA from imported components and built with only the best materials, ensuring that you’re buying a quality, reliable product that will keep your pet safely and happily contained. Your pet is in the best of hands with Hidden Fence Inc. and Pet Stop® – we guarantee it!
Invisible Fence® FounderJohn Purtell
Check out the History of the electronic pet fence industry and John Purtell the founded the Invisible Fence brand.
Amy Hedden
13:58 12 Aug 23
We had a great experience with Mike and Hidden Fence. Not only was he friendly and honest to work with, our dogs were successfully trained to the fence with zero stress- even our high prey drive terrier who started chewing and digging her way out of the physical fence. Neither she nor our more timid puppy were ever scared to go outside or reacted in pain or fear during the training. I highly recommend Hidden Fence for humanely keeping dogs safe in the yard!read more
April Swain
14:56 08 Jun 23
My Hidden Fence experience was fantastic. Mike came out same day to view my yard and provide a quote and answer lots of questions. Our fence was installed quickly and neatly as promised. But the best part is the training. Mike makes sure you and most importantly your dog are not anxious or stressed in the process. My lab had it figured out within an hour and only tested the fence a couple times. Within a few days I trusted him outside alone and he’s done amazing ever since. The customer service and attention to making sure the dog has a good experience is top notch. I highly recommend them.read more
Abe Agee
14:26 04 May 23
Mike and his team were referred to me by neighbors and did the installation in a day. Pricing was very reasonable with the rest of the market. I have a 2 acre wooded lot, and they got the fence installed through the woods to give my dog access to most of the yard. Mike has been very responsive to any of my questions/ concerns and has reached out a few times to follow-up. Highly recommended!read more
Dan Mayer
15:29 10 Apr 23
Mike was great to work with. He was very responsive before, during and after the install. Whenever I reached out to him I was either able to speak with him directly or I quickly received a return call or text.
His pricing was straight forward and all inclusive. No gimmicky discounts that other companies offered.
The installation happened when Mike said it would, no delays. Once the install was completed you almost couldn't tell the work had been done.
The training was very simple and my dog totally enjoyed the experience. Mike took his time to ensure our pup was not frightened during the training. He constantly monitored our boy's behavior to ensure he was never stressed. He timed the training progression according to our dog's comfort level.
The equipment has worked great so far. We love that we don't have to buy special batteries for the collar. We just plug it in to the charging cradle and were done.
Mike did a great job for us and I would highly recommend him for anyone considering installing a pet containment system.read more
John Brown
06:38 20 Feb 23
Jon was great to work with , he was patient with my 83-year-old mother. Jon explained everything and spent a lot of time working with my mother and helped train my mother’s 4 year old rescue. My mother’s house is older and he figured out how to run power through a crawl space. These day’s customer service is not as common as it used to be and this was a great experience from beginning to end. There is a reason Hidden Fence has 5 stars from 140 reviews!read more
Carter Cady
22:08 31 Jan 23
Mike and his team are top notch! We had our fence first installed almost 5 years ago. Installation was easy, quick and well done! We added a second dog a couple years ago and they were quick to respond to our request to get a new collar. They re-flagged the yard and started the training for our new dog pretty quick. One of the collars needed to be replaced and Mike sent us a replacement right away! We just recently asked about having our fence re-configured to fit our current needs (went from a single loop around the whole yard to a dual loop front and back). Mike was again quick to respond, sent John over for an estimate and fit us in the schedule. What I love most about Mike and his team - They remember us! We are not just a number. They remember the house, the dogs and the configuration. They are professional, provide quality work and are reasonably priced. I highly recommend them to anyone looking for a hidden fence!read more
Bill Edwards
14:57 04 Dec 22
Mike and crew were a pleasure to work with and I highly recommend the company. From the very beginning of the project, communication was quick and responsive. The team showed up right on time for the day of the installation and approximately 4 hours later we had a new fence.
We have an older dog and were somewhat apprehensive of going with the hidden fence but he learned quickly and now has the freedom to roam the yard and enjoy the sunny days all by himself.read more
Kevin Hall
23:53 19 Jul 22
These folks provide great customer service. They communicate well, are patient with the pets (and owners), and provide plenty of support after the sale. I would highly recommend Mike.read more
Matt Hopkins
11:55 28 Jun 22
Mike Schultz with Hidden Fence was amazing to work with and we recommend them any chance we have. They showed up on time, reviewed system layout options, and then went to work. Before I knew it they were done and ready for our two dogs and round one of training. Mike has a passion and talent for working with with dogs. Our guys learned quickly with Mike's guidance. We followed Mike's instructions for follow on training for the next few days and our dogs had it down pat.
We were concerned with the dogs being in pain however, very little "shock" training occurred and it was on a low setting. The dogs were slightly uncomfortable but did not appear to be in any pain. They quickly associate the flags with the boundary and respond to the "beep" before any shocking occurs. In my opinion, this was a very pet friendly solution.
Mike followed up a couple days after training, again a few days after that, and then a week later just to check in and to make sure the dogs were getting it. The information he provided for follow on training was detailed and he went over everything with the whole family. We all understood what was needed for follow on training and were committed to following his instructions to the letter for the best chance of success for our dogs. We weren't perfect, but we certainly tried and our dogs learned much faster than I anticipated. Not once have they crossed the fence after 3 weeks from installation!
Mike definitely cares about the dogs and their success. This was another example of the great customer service we received and why I am writing such a lengthy review! Again, I would recommend Mike to anyone. You won't be able to do any better for your dogs.read more
Elizabeth DiGiulian
14:37 11 Mar 22
Mike and Hidden Fence were an absolute pleasure to work with! Mike immediately made our rescue, Reggie, comfortable. We were pretty specific about how we wanted the fence installed on our property and Mike didn't miss a beat. He even called a few days later to check on us. We will recommend Hidden Fence to everyone!read more
Jean O
17:09 04 Feb 22
I can’t lie, part of me was a bit nervous about the whole concept of the Hidden Fence. Minutes after Mike and Nick arrived and I was able to “feel” what the collar was like, I was like “oh man that nothing”. He stayed for a long time just working with my two dogs so that they understood to turn back into our yard when they heard the tone. I also like that I get to slowing increase the level on the fence a little bit each day. My dogs had more fun on the installment day then I expected. This system now makes total sense and I see they already have a very solid understanding. Can’t wait to just open the door and let them run but I will be sure to do my part in the full training.
You guys are awesome!read more
D A
01:44 27 Jan 22
From start to finish, Hidden Fence was great. We talked options over the phone and when the rep showed up we again discussed options. He walked the property with me and helped us decide on the best fence. The rep then gave me the price which was very reasonable for the safety of our pets on 1.38 acres. After the install our rep completed the training with our whole family and was patient to answer all the questions our kids asked him. All in all very professional and helpful!read more
Bob Leonard
17:13 10 Dec 21
Break in underground fence fixed by Lester for a fraction of the price that Clark Associates Invisible Fence charges. I wish I had learned about your company years ago. Now I know I will be calling Hidden Fence for any work I need in the future. Thank you!read more
Eric Ahlers
18:26 16 Sep 21
Great service. Still responsive to questions years after the initial install. Highly recommend!
Fred Hufnagel
14:56 22 Aug 21
MIke and his team are the absolute best. He initially installed our hidden fence system in 2015 and trained our puppy. Since then we've had to call for service a few times as the lines get cut. Mike is always super responsive and makes himself or a team member available quickly to make any repairs and keep our pup safe. Hands down one of the best companies to work with.read more
Gail Rousseau
21:33 15 Jul 21
These guys were FANTASTIC! They helped us figure out the best placement of the fence for us and the dogs, installed the fence in less than 3 hours (over 2 acres) and had the dogs trained before they left. The dogs were never stressed out. The 3 year old lab had never been introduced to this kind of fencing and took to it easily. The dogs are safe with a ton of room to play! The guys called every few days to make sure everything was good and to see if we had any questions. I HIGHLY recommend you call Mike!read more
Karin Mustoe
13:53 05 Jun 21
Please hang in there with me while I give you some history on my situation:
Invisible Fence put in my underground fence in 2011. I am embarrassed to say that I stuck with them way longer than I should have! In recent years, I have felt like I was always getting hit up for an up-sale on things. I have had continual issues with their battery back up system (which is totally an unnecessary item!!) and had to replace it a couple times. My final straw with Invisible Fence was when I accidentally cut the line just before Memorial Day weekend, but after business hours. I waited until they reopened on Tuesday and called for an appointment. I had to leave a message. 3 hours later someone called me back and I was told it was going to be 11 days before they could get out to repair my fence because they were so busy. I was also informed that their fees had gone up AGAIN and it was going to be $210 just for them to come out and more for the length of the repair and materials. Saying I was not happy is an understatement!!
About 10 minutes after I hung up with Invisible Fence, I called Hidden Fence. It sure was nice to have someone actually answer the phone!!! I explained my situation to Mike and asked if they worked broken line repairs for other fence companies. He said they could and we discussed my needs. He told me that Nick was in my area and he could have him to me in about 20 minutes. WOW!! Sure enough, Nick pulls in my driveway less than 20 minutes later and is happy, friendly, and very professional! I show him around, he fixes the break, and I pay the bill. The bill was $120 including the trip fee, the repair, materials, and 2 new batteries!! I have officially made the switch to Hidden Fence and will not look back!! Their CUSTOMER SERVICE is OUT OF THIS WORLD!!
Just for giggles, I decided to compare what I paid Invisible Fence 10 years ago to put in my fence with today's price from Hidden Fence - Hidden Fence's price today is actually about $100 LESS than what I paid Invisible Fence 10 years ago. How is that possible??!! That is food for thought for anyone who is looking to hire an underground fence company!! Hidden Fence is the only way for me!!!read more
Tyler Mullins
23:58 21 Apr 21
We had a pet fence installed over 2 years ago and were very pleased with it. They respond back when we have a question very quickly. I have referred them to several of our friends. Highly recommend.read more
linda gagnon
11:25 07 Mar 21
Hidden Fence installed a custom electronic fence for my puppy. We did not need a complete fence around the yard so he created 3 zones. The installation was quick and he trained the puppy after installation and that was it! He was trained! We practiced for a couple days after installatin with the puppy but he did not need further training. The installer helped us install the app on our phones and practice to determine the best level for his collar for effectiveness. The collar makes a sound to warn the puppy 3 feet from the fence and after training, the puppy stops when he hears the warning sound. It was great experience and a perfect solution to contain the puppy in the yard.read more
Terri Wheeler
03:43 11 Mar 20
I highly recommend Mike and Hidden Fence. Mike explained everything before he installed the fence; the installation was very efficient; he did a great job training the dogs and he has followed up several times to make sure that all is going well. A++ work and the Hidden Fence has made a huge difference! I wish I had done this a long time ago!read more
Alyce Finch
19:33 18 Jan 20
Completely worth it! Mike came out and set up fence, helped train our puppy, and has made himself available to answer questions as needed. He responds quickly to questions and sent a new collar when our puppy chewed up her own collar. We have now had this system for 6 months or so and it works great.read more
Lila Helms
12:38 02 Jan 20
Mike and his team are wonderful to work with. Not only are they professionals when it comes to getting the fence in, but they are just great at interacting with our dog. Mike makes everything (installing the fence, training the dog and people, replacing the batteries) easy and flawless. Just the best service!read more
George & Jenn Owen
09:38 26 Nov 19
We have been using Mike's services for over 10 years. He has attention to detail and a genuine love for the care of dogs. He provides training, parts and consultation. Another plus is that he has experience with HOAs and is very careful not to leave visible digging signs or do any damage to your yard. He is quick to respond to calls and is very courteous. He has trained our dog and has fenced many of our yards throughout the years. Keep up the good work Mike!read more
Eileen Sauer
18:00 21 Nov 19
I can’t say enough great things about Hidden Fence! We recently purchased a new home and after having Hidden Fence in our previous homes we never considered using any other company. Mike has always given us such professional and friendly customer service. We have a “problem” grand dog and with Mike’s diligence and patience we were able to figure out a solution to keep him safe and happy! I had the pleasure of working with both Mike and Nick on this current install and it went seamlessly. Fantastic product, very reasonable pricing, great customer service and friendly attitude is what brought us back to these guys!read more
Clinton Leeper
14:31 21 Nov 19
Bought our system in May of 2012, called today and Mike was able to fix all of our issues. Amazing!
Tanya Jackson
18:42 11 Oct 19
Great company and customer service and very responsive to service calls when needed.
Bob Virzi
17:42 17 Sep 19
Mike was substantially less expensive than the other alternative we looked at. The product is solid and works very well. Training went smoothly and out dog rapidly got used to the system and the boundaries. And no ugly mechanical fence obstructing out view.read more
MELANIE WATERS
10:58 26 Jul 19
This changed our lives and this entire experience from beginning to end has been outstanding! We have 3 dogs, little to big, puppy to senior. We were skeptical at first as to whether it would really work and how much time would be needed in training etc. It really does and it was so easy and fast! From the first phone call, to even weeks after training and installation, Mike has provided detailed and excellent guidance, information, and support. He personalized his training and approach with each of the dogs (and us) and was so encouraging. They loved him. It was amazing to see how quickly and excitedly they learned and responded to him and us in such a short time! I wish we would have done this years ago. The dogs have the entire property (over 3 acres) to run and play. The upgraded collars and ability to sync each to your phone are definitely worth it! We had this installed over 2 months ago and couldn't be more pleased and grateful to Mike and for our Hidden Fence!read more
Patrick Flynn
12:43 22 Jul 19
Great outfit!! I enjoyed them personally as well as professionally. Like anything else, if you're a combat veteran, you'll get this but "no plan survives first contact with the enemy." What I mean by that is that my yard looked easy but it wasn't, lots of rocks buried below and it screwed with the installation. However, like good troopers, they saw it through, returning two times to ensure the "little things" were looked after, even fixing two gnarled sprinkler heads. 🙂 the fence and tech are awesome, extremely high quality and easy to use. I'd use them again in a minute!!! 5 STARS!!read more
Rosemary B
19:30 19 Jul 19
We have been using this company since 2001. Mike is the best... especially with the stubborn dogs. We are on dog number six and would not use anyone else. He is highly recommended.read more
Marcus Mason
19:29 09 Jul 19
We are so happy that we went with Hidden Fence. Mike was very professional and honest. I actually was planning to buy some additions and he talked me out of it. That showed me that he had wasn't in to up sale me, but to get me the best at the best price. Thanks Mike. They were great at following up and did have to come back and make a few adjustments because my stubborn dog would get out. After they spent about an half hour working with Duke (my dog), no more breakouts! Duke loves the freedom now and will stay outside for hours with no issues getting outside of the fence. It was a pleasure working with them and their follow up to make sure we were happy and the fence was working says a lot about their company. Easy to give 5 stars!read more
Mary Stern
01:32 09 Jul 19
We have worked with Mike for close to 20 years! In addition to offering a top-notch product, he has been fabulous to work with throughout the years. We have appreciated Mike’s courtesy, promptness and knowledge. We have now trained our third dog on the Hidden Fence product. We have close to two acres wired and each dog has done extremely well respecting the boundaries after consistent training. This picture is of our current dog, Dottie, sitting on her favorite rock while watching our cul-de-sac, knowing she can’t go past the mulch bed. We have a lot of peace of mind thanks to Mike and Hidden Fence!!read more
Phil and Tracy Curran
19:05 13 Jun 19
Moved into our new home with two dogs, both of which LOVE to hang and play outside. Our new home had a lot more land and no fence as our previous homes. Decided to give a Hidden Fence a try. I was skeptical, as how a collar and an underground wire work? Not only did both dogs learn how the fence worked within a week (one learned it the first day), it's now been four months and neither dog has ever gone through it. It was a great investment! Not to mention that Mike was great to work with, checking in numerous times to see if all was good and if we needed any further training assistance. Highly recommend.read more
Mindy-Roxanne Hoffman
00:47 23 May 19
Mike Schultz and Nick were amazing. We have 5 dogs- Argentine Dogos and 10 acres. I do not have a lot of help so Mike came out more times than I can count to help me train the dogs. He provided the strong training that I could not do alone. We have a very stubborn breed that has a high tolerance for pain and a strong hunting drive, but it is no match for the hidden fence. I can walk our property with all my Dogos. Wish I had of done it sooner. Thank you Mike!!read more
Kelly Zieg
17:06 08 May 19
Hidden Fence has been a wonderful experience. The entire process was professional; from the consultation to our final steps in transitioning our dog to independent yard living to include safely leaving the property for neighborhood walks. Mike Schultz provided a clear understanding of the product and training so that our decision was easy from day one. The instillation was catered exactly to our liking and went smooth. Mike provided outstanding training! This truly sets him apart from his competitors. I could not have been more pleased. Our rescue dog, an 85 lb. Anatolian shepherd mix, presented several challenges that Mike resolved without hesitation. His communication, encouragement, and fine tuning of the system/correction levels yielded success! We could not be happier! It is without hesitation that I recommend Hidden Fence and Mike Schultz.read more
Joanie Booker
14:37 23 Feb 19
We’ve been using Hidden Fence for many years! Mike’s customer service is amazing and very professional. When I run out of batteries he quickly mails me a new set and I always receive them in a day or 2!
Mike also installed a doggie door for me so my pups can take advantage of the Hidden Fence even more often. I highly recommend Mike and Hidden Fence.read more
Joan Zorger
13:36 08 Feb 19
We built a 4 foot fence for our two 9 month old pups - which we thought would contain them. But after a few weeks they started jumping the fence and disappearing for 2-3 hours (while I had absolute meltdowns frantically searching for them). A neighbor had recently used Mike at Hidden Fence and recommended him and the product. Up until then I was not a fan of the shock collar idea but I needed something for the pups safety and my sanity. I called Mike that day, Nick came out the next day to review and quote, and we were on the install schedule for the following week! Mike and Nick trained me and the pups on the fence the day of install, advised there might need some tweaks to settings if any escapes. We had 2 escapes first week (but pups were so confused by shock they didn't go far!) When I let Mike know he was out the same day and tweaked the settings. It has been well over a month now with ZERO escapes! The pups happily play in the 3 acre contained area and I am enjoying watching them safely play rather than searching for them! Thank you Mike, Nick and Hidden Fence for the quick quote-to-install, rapid response to the first week escapes, and my sanity!read more
Stephen Gorey
01:58 05 Feb 19
Mike and Nick provide an excellent solution for dog lovers who would like the peace of mind of being able to control their pups' whereabouts. They are true experts in their understanding of how dogs perceive their boundaries and they take pains to introduce their clients' dog to the system they install. The hardware and installation are also top notch. If I could give 10 stars I would.read more
McKenzie and Joe Roan
02:49 31 Jan 19
We had a great experience with Mike and Hidden Fence! He came out quickly for our estimate and explained how the system would work. We were able to install our system within a few weeks of the estimate. The install went great despite the drizzle. Mike worked with our dog and then helped us learn the system and how to train our dog on it too! If we had any questions he was available via phone or email! We highly recommend Mike and Hidden Fence! It has been the perfect containment system for us!read more
rachel gannaway
21:15 30 Jan 19
We have been with Mike at Hidden Fence for about 15 years, through 5 dogs, 2 homes and multiple system upgrades, as the technology has improved. He and his company are AWESOME!! They are super responsive, really understand how to train the dog (and owner) and genuinely care about their customers. I have recommended them to many friends.read more
Robin Hirst
19:52 30 Jan 19
Highly recommended! Mike is a kind, caring, gentle trainer and coach. He knows the mechanical/computer/hardware and adjusts it carefully to the temperament of each dog. I have Alaskan malamute sled dogs, who are very smart, determined, and devious escape artists. Mike is quick to respond, come out, and fix whatever broke. (Usually the battery needs replacing) He retrains the dog, coaches me on what to do next. He even checks in later to see if I need more help.read more
Rick Scott
23:24 09 Jan 19
Mike was prompt and professional. Did a great job and was good with our puppy. Training was a breeze. Installation was a done exactly as requested on the day we requested. We got the collar that we can control with our phone. It allows us to track the history and see how many times our dog gets warned and how many times she gets zapped. It's amazing how fast they learn and now she never gets zapped! She loves being outdoors and we love the freedom our Hidden Fence provides her.read more
Chris Delancey
01:42 24 Dec 18
These guys are great. Had a great experience with Mike who originally installed my fence. Price & service were great. The great service never stops. I have heard from Mike periodically over the three years I have had the fence. Recently, Xfinity cut my fence. I called Hidden Fence and they were able to send someone out the next day to fix it!!! Nick came out to do the repair to my fence. Nick was fantastic. Unfortunately he had a lot to repair as the damage done by Xfinity was extensive. He was prompt, courteous, and did a great job. He took his time and got the job done correctly. I am very appreciative of his time and effort!!! Most importantly, they are great with dogs & getting them trained on the fence. Great company, I highly recommend them!!!!read more
Robert Burroughs
20:32 03 Dec 18
We had Hidden Fence out three months ago to install a fence for our large Shiloh Shepherd. The service was fantastic and they had the fence installed in less than a day despite our rocky, hilly terrain. We wanted to wait to write a review so we could comment not only on the service but also the efficacy of the fence, which has turned out to be fantastic. It didn't take too long for our dog to learn her boundaries and she only ran through the fence twice. That was in the first week and she did not like the shock of going through and then not being able to come back without a shock. After that she was a bit "perimeter shy" but since then she's grown confident and will run right up to the fence and stop. Not sure if it's because the collar gives her a warning or she just knows where to stop from prior experience. Anyway, even chasing deer, which are thick here on the mountain, she will chase them full speed then stop on a dime at the line. We couldn't be happier with both the installation and the result. In addition, the Hidden Fence team has followed up with us several times to make sure we are satisfied. 5 stars!read more
Samuel Mitchell
17:07 01 Nov 18
I have done business with Hidden Fence for over 15 years. The fence for my dogs encompasses nearly 15 acres. In some areas the installation was challenging because of buried phone lines, rocks, new plantings, etc. Besides being very competent and careful, Mike Schultz has always been highly responsive and a pleasure to do business with.read more
Keri Fornino
23:23 09 Oct 18
I am constantly telling people that this fence was the best money we ever spent for our dog. Mike at Hidden Fence was great with our dog AND with us. He had endless patience and his customer service is impeccable. I can't say enough good things about this company!read more
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