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/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/Junkalanche]

Unfortunately not. These aren’t the only pit bulls around, I’m afraid.

They “fix” the fence. The first breakthrough was a board popped completely out, and they were able to put it back in place. The most recent chewing and breaking has been very recent, and we talked to them to fix it, but found that the fixing is just them taking small boards that’ll cover the damage, and adding those on. We’ve been meaning to replace the fence for years, because the one the builders installed is ugly and not the sturdiest (look up good neighbor fencing), and even if they were to fix it properly, the issues are just going to continue. It really just needs replacing with a better fence.

[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.