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    What can I do if my neighbor's dog keeps coming in my yard?
    Alexis Toriello
    Alexis Toriello
    Certified Dog Behavior Consultant
    Alexis Toriello is a Certified Dog Behavior Consultant and the Founder and CEO of Zen Dog Training in New York. Her time working as a canine behavior specialist in various animal shelters has made her knowledgeable in assessing, rehabilitating, and training dogs. In addition to being an Associate Certified Dog Behavior Consultant (ACDBC), Alexis is a Certified Professional Dog Trainer - Knowledge Assessed (CPDT-KA) and a Master’s Degree Candidate in Animal Behavior and Conservation at Hunter College. She is certified by the American Red Cross in Canine First-Aid and CPR and has endorsements from numerous hospitals and clinics and the Washington Humane Society.
    Alexis Toriello
    Certified Dog Behavior Consultant
    Expert Answer
    Talk to your neighbor about the issue and ask them about containing their dog on their property.
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    How do I keep my dog in the yard?
    Pippa Elliott, MRCVS Dr. Elliott, BVMS, MRCVS is a veterinarian with over 30 years of experience in veterinary surgery and companion animal practice. She has worked at the same animal clinic in her hometown for over 20 years. In addition, Dr. Elliott is a freelance veterinary copywriter specializing in taking dense topics and making them easy to digest. Her clients include The Webinar Vet, PetPlan US, TIME, and other top-ranked blogs. She also works with Improve International as a developmental editor for veterinary textbooks. She graduated from the University of Glasgow in 1987 with a degree in veterinary medicine and surgery.
    Pippa Elliott, MRCVS
    Veterinarian
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    Some dogs are born escape artists and, despite your best efforts, they will find a way to escape. Provide adequate fencing that is high enough to prevent the dog jumping over the top, and anchored at the bottom so the dog can't dig under. Check the fencing regularly for gaps and repair them immediately.
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    How can I keep my neighbor's dog out of my yard?
    Pippa Elliott, MRCVS Dr. Elliott, BVMS, MRCVS is a veterinarian with over 30 years of experience in veterinary surgery and companion animal practice. She has worked at the same animal clinic in her hometown for over 20 years. In addition, Dr. Elliott is a freelance veterinary copywriter specializing in taking dense topics and making them easy to digest. Her clients include The Webinar Vet, PetPlan US, TIME, and other top-ranked blogs. She also works with Improve International as a developmental editor for veterinary textbooks. She graduated from the University of Glasgow in 1987 with a degree in veterinary medicine and surgery.
    Pippa Elliott, MRCVS
    Veterinarian
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    The same tactics for keeping a dog in, are effective against keeping dogs out (i.e. fencing). But have a polite chat with the neighbor and explain you don't want the dog in the yard. This should always be your first option, as the dog is the owner's responsibility and you shouldn't need to go to the expense of fencing in order to deprive the dog of access.
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    How do I keep my dog off the grass?
    Pippa Elliott, MRCVS Dr. Elliott, BVMS, MRCVS is a veterinarian with over 30 years of experience in veterinary surgery and companion animal practice. She has worked at the same animal clinic in her hometown for over 20 years. In addition, Dr. Elliott is a freelance veterinary copywriter specializing in taking dense topics and making them easy to digest. Her clients include The Webinar Vet, PetPlan US, TIME, and other top-ranked blogs. She also works with Improve International as a developmental editor for veterinary textbooks. She graduated from the University of Glasgow in 1987 with a degree in veterinary medicine and surgery.
    Pippa Elliott, MRCVS
    Veterinarian
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    There's no easy answer to this one. It's confusing to a dog if they're allowed to run on the grass in the park, but banned from the lawn, which makes training hard. You are most likely to succeed if you give the dog an interesting and comfortable place where he is allowed. For example, provide an area away from the grass where the dog is allowed and encouraged to dig. Otherwise, it's down to fencing to keep the dog off.
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