grrr... My dog just ran away :(

[God'sRider]

An extra foot added to the top of the fence but angling in at about a 30 degree angle will fix the problem. Unless he's clearing it in a single bound untouched, he's probably using his front legs to catch the top and his hind legs to grap on and push over. The 30 degree angle will have him hangin in the wind. His hind feet may be able to touch but won't be able to push off, up and over. Been there done that.

By the way, being neutered may stop his capability, it doesn't erase his memory. If he's noticed the alluring aroma of a female in need of companionship wafting in the breeze before he met the vet, he still feels the need to join the chase. Odds are he doesn't even realize he's lost before he started.

 

[KleinerApfel]

Oh! I feel more sorry for this poor little doggie the more I hear! Bless his little cotton socks!

 

[God'sRider]

Susie Q, he's much better off in his own yard. Like many of us, the restrictions in life may not be to our liking, but often are for our own good.

Depending on where he gets picked up, some animal shelters don't wait long before sending them on to doggy heaven.

 

[merryheart]

An extra foot added to the top of the fence but angling in at about a 30 degree angle will fix the problem. Unless he's clearing it in a single bound untouched, ...

yup, unbelievable as it may be that's what he does. doesn't even need a running start. most amazing thing I ever saw! Except for running, he's so obedient and smart... I think he runs - just because he likes to run. He's strong, and can run sooo fast, and he just likes it. My son sometimes takes him camping, and lets him run behind his truck in the woods. He *loves* it.

 

[God'sRider]

Well then, maybe you'll have to go with three more feet, or you could try giving him a dog tag that weighs about 15 pounds. That ought to cut a few feet off his height.

 

[merryheart]

i have been tempted to buy a removable cast for one of his (front) legs so I can let him go pee without going outside to chain him, or taking the chance he'll jet