Wildlife Deterrence: Fences, netting and scents to prevent damage

Wildlife Deterrence: Protection for garden, field and flock

Wildlife belongs in the countryside, but not in every flower bed, pond or sheep paddock. Rooted up meadows, browsed young trees, emptied fish ponds and killed sheep cost money and nerves. With targeted wildlife deterrence you keep wild boar, deer, otters or wolves at a distance without harming them. In many cases a well planned electric fence is the most effective solution, and it can often be up and running within a day.

Power as a teacher

An electric wildlife fence does not work through height alone, but through a short, unpleasant pulse. Wild animals quickly learn to avoid the fence. The AKO WildHog polywire with copper conductors carries the current reliably even over long distances and is especially effective against wild boar. For sheep keepers there are ready made starter sets with the AN6000 energiser, including a solar version. Electrifiable netting such as WildNet, OviNet or TitanNet is quick to put up and easy to move when needed.

Visible and long lasting

For a fence to work, animals have to notice it. A blue and white warning tape makes netting and polywire easy to see even at dusk and makes the fence look taller, which helps particularly with livestock protection. Make sure no grass or branches touch the conductors, because vegetation drains voltage. Check the fence voltage regularly with a tester, especially after thunderstorms, strong winds or snowfall, so your protection stays effective all year.

Frequently asked questions

Is an electric fence dangerous for children and pets?
A correctly installed energiser gives short pulses that are unpleasant but harmless to people and animals. Put up clearly visible warning signs along paths and property boundaries.

What works against wild boar in the garden?
The most reliable option is an electric fence with low strands of polywire or a wild boar net. Scents can add to it, but rarely replace it when pressure is high.

Is there funding for livestock protection fences against wolves?
In many regions, livestock protection receives financial support, but the conditions vary from country to country. Ask the relevant agriculture or nature conservation authority before you buy.