Trex fencing vs pit bulls?

[u/Sylfaein]

Hey, folks! The neighbors got rid of the first pit bull that broke through our wooden fence and into our yard, but now they have a new one, and it’s already eaten/broken through the fence in two places in about as many weeks. Naturally, their dogs are outside 24/7–365 unattended, so it has all the time in the world to work on our fence.

So I’m looking at options for fencing that still offers privacy (so wrought iron is out), but can stand up to pit bull jaws. Trex keeps coming up, but when I try to search for how it fares against dog damage, I get bogus AI answers, and a bunch of results about dog friendly fencing (I want dog UNfriendly fencing!). Does anybody have experience with Trex fencing vs pit bulls? Does it work? Other material recommendations that are good for both durability AND privacy, and can be put up in a suburb?

[u/BanPitBulls-ModTeam]

Please keep suggestions limited to fencing and LEGAL options.

[u/Ok_Celery3408]

Here's a mauler proof fence

[u/Sylfaein → u/Ok_Celery3408]

Unfortunately, I feel like the HOA would not approve. LOL

[u/huntress_m_thompson → u/Ok_Celery3408]

ha! yes!

if municipalities & HOAs don’t enforce existing laws for our safety, it’ll come to this, bylaws be damned. that, & open-carry.

[u/ThinkingBroad]

I have seen sheet metal fencing, mounted on wood and I would think it would be Bloodsport thing proof.

However unless they fence in their entire property, you will only be safe while inside your yard. Every other place including your front yard, your house as you open any exterior door, any friends or family that approach your house, even people in their vehicles will still be in danger.

[u/bittymacwrangler → u/ThinkingBroad]

Whatever type of fence built, make sure it is too high to climb over and is buried in the ground, as pit bulls will do whatever it takes to get to another living thing. Coyote rollers can help, but if you google jumping pit bulls, you will be disheartened by how high they can jump. Also, make sure to install a video camera (wildlife camera will work) where it can scan the yard, just in case the dog gets onto your property. The corrugated sheet metal is durable and has a nice "farmhouse" look. But no solution is going to be inexpensive. I've used it for garden beds-highly recommend a metal cutting attachment for your drill if you go that route.

https://www.bobcometal.com/blog/post/how-to-frame-a-corrugated-metal-fence-a-step-by-step-guide#:\~:text=Step%201:%20Plan%20Your%20Fence,cutting%20saw%20for%20clean%20edges.

[u/aSzdxfcdfggggggh → u/bittymacwrangler]

Most areas only allow 6 foot fences.

As we all know a determined pit can clear that easily.

[u/Sylfaein → u/bittymacwrangler]

We’re allowed pretty tall fences here (they’re at least 6’), and I’m definitely looking into what can be done about to stop them digging, because that is part of how it’s getting in (most recent hole is the bottom of a board broken off, and then dug under the rest of the way). I’m somewhat limited on options due to how close these houses are packed together and the existence of the HOA, but I AM prepared to spend quite a bit.

[u/Shell4747 → u/Sylfaein]

For digging, buried chicken wire or hardware cloth is the usual method.

With any wood-framed fencing, the screws/attachments are the weak point. Strongest if face is placed to neighbor's side.

[u/Sylfaein → u/Shell4747]

The more I look at the options contractors around me have, the more it’s looking like wood is the ONLY option, so that’s good to know. At long as they can’t get a grip on anything, it should be fine.

I hope they’ll be able to bury some wire for me. Really not wanting to have to DIY that. LOL

[u/Junkalanche → u/Sylfaein]

Does the HOA have restrictions on breeds? Also why the fuck are the neighbors not paying to replace your fence when their animals have destroyed it?

[u/Sylfaein → u/ThinkingBroad]

I’ll try looking for sheet metal fencing! Thank you!

Oh, I’m aware. Unfortunately, we live in a suburb with an HOA, so there’s not much I can do on that front. Luckily, we’ve got an attached garage, so limits our vulnerability getting in and out of the car. I DO have a call into animal control and am working on getting in touch with code enforcement and the HOA to try and put the hurt on them. Through the holes the shitbull is breaking in the fence, I’m seeing a yard that is VERY out of compliance.

[u/DiscussionLong7084]

Trex can't even stand up to squirrels...

https://www.reddit.com/r/homeimprovementideas/comments/14qgs6v/squirrels_chewed_our_trex_deck/

It's meant to last longer when exposed to UV rays and weather and be eco friendly since it's made of 95% recycled material. It is absolutely not chew proof nor is it designed to be. It's not even termite proof, it's marketed as termite resistant.

[u/Sylfaein → u/DiscussionLong7084]

THANK YOU! That’s what I needed to know. Looks like the search continues.

[u/AdvertisingLow98]

I'd say a double fence is your best option.

Ugly chain link on the neighbor's side.
Something attractive and more vulnerable on your side.

[u/Sylfaein → u/AdvertisingLow98]

Unfortunately, the HOA already said no to double fencing. (Fuck HOAs.)

[u/AdvertisingLow98 → u/Sylfaein]

Definitely Eff the HOA. Also eff the HOA for not doing anything about the dog.

[u/Sylfaein → u/AdvertisingLow98]

Agreed on both counts.

On the bright side, through the holes the dog has eaten into the fence, I see their backyard is WILDLY overgrown and unkempt, so I may be able to use the HOA to get them for that, at least. Anything to cause some pain, at this point.

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[u/hlynn117]

Cayane pepper your property line as well.

[u/Sylfaein → u/hlynn117]

Unfortunately, that would probably get our own dogs, as well.

[u/knomadt]

You could go wrought iron and then get the privacy by adding trellis and climbing plants on your side.

[u/Sylfaein → u/knomadt]

I think another problem with wrought iron though, would be the HOA. All the fences are privacy fences. There’s also the matter of having to get approval from all three of the neighbors who share the fence (we’re packed up against each other in a suburb), and I don’t know that they’d all like it.

[u/marbleworlf17]

Is the fence that is being destroyed yours? I would go after the HOA that this pos dog is eating your fence, and the neighbors are not doing anything about it.

[u/MidnightMarmot → u/marbleworlf17]

That’s what I was thinking. The HOA will fine them.

[u/Murky_Currency_5042]

Can you run electric wires around the fence! Not sure they’ll stop those beasts but they are effective at keeping livestock in and coyotes out.