Installing a No Dig Fence for our dog Gracie // Northlawn Flower Farm

Today we're installing a no dig fence for our dog Gracie. The fence we chose is the Grand Empire XL fence from Lowes. We found it easy and quick to install - you just may want to rethink the gate latch if you have a larger dog.

[@NorthlawnFlowerFarm]

Hi everyone! After having the fence for about 6 months I thought it would good to update you. The fence panels are great and can take extreme weather. The gate is giving us some small problems. The gate panel broke near the latch after only a few weeks. It's not a huge deal - and may have just been the piece we purchased - but I thought it was worth mentioning. Even with this minor issue I still would buy more. It's so easy to install, and relatively inexpensive for fencing. I also like that if we move it's easy to take with us. I hope that helps. I'm saving up for another area that I want to change from cattle panel to formal fencing.

[@katie-lee3137]

Thank you for the update! People almost never give these. 😃

[@camillewilson437]

Is the fence still holding up?

[@WillieStubbs]

That's what JB Weld is for, spray paint it and it's good as new. A Snap Hook Carabiner would probably be easy for the bottom of the gate as long as it is big enough to go on and off easily and still won't let Gracie push through.

[@carrielangton7919]

I was wondering what they cost per section.

[@karunald]

@@WillieStubbs Had a branch fall and broke a top horizontal piece of metal arbor. Will look into JB Weld. Thank you

[@dickandhopesmagicalrainbow8192]

Aww, putting in a fence is one of the happiest things you can do for your dog.

[@maryhelenhayes6859]

We used this fencing for several years. We kept the receipt and were able to replace pieces as the paint chipped off for free.

[@ElinWinblad]

How long is the warranty?

[@maryhelenhayes6859]

Sorry, I have no idea regarding warranty.

[@CorkKNIFE]

@@maryhelenhayes6859 How long do they replace the panels for paint chips?

[@maryhelenhayes6859]

They were replaced at least twice

[@amysgardenstead2879]

Watching Gracie vie for your attention was sweet. Her joy is infectious.

[@margesiedlecki917]

I love black fencing. It's elegant looking and goes so well with the landscape. Gracie is happy you put it up for her!!! 👍😍👏

[@bloominginct6109]

We have the same fence for a small area between our garage and house. We close it only to keep grandchildren and/or dogs in the backyard. We found industrial strength spring-loaded clamps to be perfect for keeping it closed tight.

[@NorthlawnFlowerFarm]

Thank you! I will look for those!

[@joerevere937]

Do you have a link or model number you can share for these spring-loaded clamps?

[@sarathomas8499]

@@NorthlawnFlowerFarm How much did everything cost? Thanks

[@zeetalzee5582]

I'm glad to have found this video. We are looking at a similar fencing (same concept, different brand in our country), and it is really helpful to see a real person put it together!

[@GardeningOnTaylorMountain]

Looks perfect and Gracie really does seem to love having the freedom to run!

[@sharonallen805]

I have this fence in two different areas on the property and I love it. Cost is not bad.

[@joerevere937]

Did you have the same problem with the gates?

[@sharonallen805]

@@joerevere937 the two gates never aligned up. I still adjust them every week

[@smilesun3486]

Garden fence is very good. Gracie looks so smart and reliable! I enjoyed your video. Thank you so much

[@breakingbadheisenberg9703]

Thank you! I have been looking into these type of fences , but your actually the 1st to show how easy they work

[@catherineslavin7324]

Lucky dog! I never heard of this fencing before...now the wheels are turning.

[@hylandgundy2698]

I wished y0u had shown the cow panels in the back too. Lovely yard and lovely Grace.

[@kibibishaw1194]

You have NO IDEA how helpful your channel is for us! Thank you! 💖🫶🏽🙏🏽

[@dianeasberry7928]

Gracie is saying ...pay attention to me! So much joy.

[@videoability1]

Thanks! I actually found your video again when I googled Lowe’s no dig fence! I purchased a similar fence from Lowe’s and it was easy overall but difficult doing it by myself. Definitely helps to have another pair of hands to hold things in place when measuring and pounding in those stakes. I want this same fence for the other side of my house. I’m glad you mentioned level ground because I do have an area with a slight slope so I’ll need to consider that. What a great formal look it brought to your garden! Choosing Joy~ Stephanie

[@lesterpoole3788]

Always set your gates and gate post first so they align properly.

[@rosietrap1]

Looks good. I put a piece of 1/2 scrap between the gate panels, to keep them even and then set the posts. This kept the gate even. (Remove scrap piece)

[@joerevere937]

4 months later... is this still working? Have the gates moved/loosened at all?

[@vickigade7681]

Perfect fencing for flowers and so happy Gracie can run and play.👏

[@ransfordrowe6409]

Husband doing the hard work whilst you film and no doubt offering advice😀Your dog Gracie is beautiful and it's great she can safely run about in the yard now.

[@jeannet9592]

That’s a great-looking fence, and a very energetic dog!

[@anneedfitzpatrickfitzpatri3294]

We have the same fence and I love the way it looks.

[@jillkeim3587]

Merry Christmas Gracie!!! I love my dog, and I've set her up with an automated pet door from the house to the garage, and a manual pet door from the garage to the fenced in yard. Yes, I work like a dog so my dog can live like a queen! Haha! Enjoy the rest of your weekend!

[@NorthlawnFlowerFarm]

Haha! Oh now you've got me thinking Jill! Gracie is definitely the queen of the castle over here! Hugs to your fur baby!

[@audreysweeney5338]

Look how happy you guys made her!

[@dianem7771]

Looks very nice. ❤️Gracie❤️

[@trcccnrdropsawnoise1031]

I appreciate he wore new trackies. Bravo

[@malloryherman8177]

Thank you for posting this. I'm using this system to make a sally port for my dogs.

[@gardengatesopen]

So EASY!!! And looks Great too! Yay for Gracie!! 🐕

[@PleasantPrickles]

I’m so happy for your pup! That looks so beautiful! What a nice addition to your lovely garden! Happy holidays! 🎄

[@yardlinkfence4805]

Thanks for sharing! We're glad to hear you are enjoying the fence!

[@geneswiech4381]

Thanks for sharing... #1 fan from Pittsburgh

[@monawolfe]

Great idea & looks good too! Thanks for sharing.

[@TheFragrantBunch]

Good job on the fence! and Gracie is such a beautiful dog!!

[@cheefussmith9380]

Thanks. Watched this standing in the aisle at Lowe’s. Going to give it a try - notice several of the top pieces are broken too so good call there. Thanks again 😀

[@chillios2222]

looks good , she has a strong jump , I am looking at different fences, this is helpful

[@12vLife]

Looks great. I've got some hard to access offgrid property I visit a dozen times a year where i just want to fence in a very small section like 20x20.. but the removeable part is what worries me. I think somebody is just gonna steel it.

[@ChiChisWorld]

This is the exact gate I was getting! Great video!

[@vidatranquila193]

About to put this in right now and your video was sweet and helpful! Gracie is ♥️!

[@MrCooperAnthony]

Great dog. She's very happy about no chain.

[@bethsimon1479]

We ordered fencing/installation from Lowes which was supposed to take 4-6 wks. Then another month wait was added. Now we're told Feb. Over $4K so we're going to cancel and do this. We have about 120ft we will need to enclose the yard. But...... the yard is not completely level so I'm guessing it will be the placement of the posts into the ground we'll have to pay attention to.

[@lorrainecourtney4589]

Gracie got her Christmas gift 😁

[@marianhintz9981]

That is one happy puppy!!!

[@samarajarosh1038]

Beautiful sweet dog.

[@Hitech82]

I concur. I put this fence up in a couple hours.. Now my sweet Golden Doodle Dunkin has his own backyard to play in..

[@rondelby2482]

I have a gothic farmhouse, and this will make it look so good and Victorian....

[@mrwill0910]

Sweet looking dog. Nice arm too😊

[@lindacannella7560]

Awww Happy Dog💕🐾

[@lm20210]

You guys are so awesome! This was super helpful! I'm sure Gracie is more excited than you are! ☺️

[@TheVintageGardenerNJ]

That looks really nice!

[@elmaelmar2761]

Looks so beautiful!!!

[@buggzo]

Stellar

[@cherylanderson3340]

It's beautiful too!

[@thisnthat2449]

Happy Pup!!

[@desperado77760]

She is so cute

[@MrCooperAnthony]

Great backing track of guitar music!

[@rosiespiers4714]

Oh happy dog!!!

[@Tinyteacher1111]

Thank you!

[@RobClaypool]

Thanks for the vid. I'm thinking of doing this for a dog run in my backyard...

[@bluesky7226]

Great idea. Thanks for sharing!

[@jborrego2406]

Lol ur dog is like mom I don’t need to buggy cord the door lol

[@carolO22]

Your dog looks exactly like my dog. They are incredibly strong! 😂 Great video 👍

[@karensicard7304]

Love that fence

[@dogandforestvlog2195]

Thanks for sharing^^

[@jenniferapiary]

Thanks

[@63rml]

That is a sweet pup

[@kparks1212]

I installed this last August, and am very pleased with the look and durability of the fence. However, the gates are a different story. I have 3 gates; 2 on each side of the house and one in the rear of the back yard. My problem is none of the pairs of gate panels are even, despite my exhaustive attempts to adjust them. Needless to say, unless the left and right side of the gate are perfectly aligned, horizontally and vertically, the latch mechanism isn't going to work properly. Two of the gates are so bad I don't even use them, and the other one I have to pull the left side up so it aligns with the right and close the latch while keeping it aligned, and it still doesn't look very good. In short, did you have the same challenges, or am I missing a key aspect of gate installation? At this point, I'm exploring alternative latches, as the existing latch seems very poorly designed, even if installed properly. Tips from OP or anyone else are greatly appreciated!

[@joerevere937]

4 months later... Did you find something that worked for those gates? I'm interested in this fencing too but concerned about the gates.

[@kparks1212]

@@joerevere937 No, I unfortunately did not. The one I lined up correctly has held up, and is working great. However, the other 2 weren’t lined up correctly, and have always required quite a bit of maneuvering to get latched. They’re just not great…

[@kparks1212]

But, I will say that, after having installed the fence in Aug ‘20, overall I’m very pleased with the fence, and would recommend it for anyone wanting the black wrought iron look at a discount. I’m sure someone handy could design an attractive solution to the gate locking mechanism problem, but that someone just isn’t me!

[@marvellstarks2434]

Definitely took more than an hour. Doing it your first time.

[@pshantin]

Great video! I was wondering if the fence stays as is if someone leaned against it? How sturdy is it and would it tilt over? Thanks again!

[@robertg2909]

Thanks for sharing

[@TonyDobbs-zr3ly]

Keeps saying we but he is doing all the work as usual. What did she do? Commentate?😂

[@DylanTriffitt-vz9dj]

Considering buying a product similar for my dogs I have 2 German shepherds and want to divide my front and back yard was wondering if the fence would be sturdy enough if the dog where to jump up on it?

[@sharpcitizens9936]

Nice informative vlog

[@misscandicern]

Looks great! Question, has graciela jumped on the fence & how did the fence hold up?

[@pliniosilva512]

Dog said don't have time for talk throw ball 😂

[@lindarodriquez1143]

What if someone falls up against it. And is it strong enough to withstand high wind and rain storms. Would this be appropriate for city dweller lawns that face the sidewalk?

[@lupebeserra983]

My thoughts exactly

[@DANT98]

I see this post was from 3 years ago. How's it holding up with the pup? We have two about your dog's size, maybe a bit bigger. I want to setup a dog run for them, but fencing is expensive!

[@janetbroussard1162]

The material looks flimsy. Would it withstand a strong gust of wind?

[@NorthlawnFlowerFarm]

Hi Janet! It seems okay so far, and we get harsh weather here. The main issue I'm having is the gate latch. It definitely is not strong enough to withstand the charge of a strong dog. Other than that, I'm very happy with the fence.

[@TookyClothespin.]

What brand is your coat? So cute! Thanks for the helpful fence video too haha

[@AC-garden]

How is your fence holding up? I’m looking to put up a fence around my new garden and was watching your video. I plan on maybe lining it with chicken wire to keep the little rabbits out.

[@edhiestand1197]

How strong is it if your dog jumps and pushes on the top of the panels?

[@karunald]

Can anyone say what that gorgeous Sage is off the driveway right in the fence area? Really want to try some.

[@pamelak3370]

What is the height of this fence? I am looking to purchase this same fence, but see there are different heights in the XL fence. Thank you for making this process look simple.

[@kellyscarolinagarden]

I'm in Love with Gracie....is she part pit?

[@throughthestorm3852]

Looks great. Are you able to cut a panel if they are larger than the space you need to cover?

[@itzapeezacake580]

Your words were, umm, stimulating…

[@yadayadayada4674]

So the fence wont work for a sloped yard? 😢

[@Kschram25]

Thank you for sharing! Would you mind sharing about how much you paid for the needed fence?

[@kalenclark]

I can't see well from the video - does the bottom of it get pretty close to the ground, or is there a gap? We have small dogs and I'm curious if this might be our solution!

[@briedizzle04]

We rent a house and only real yard space is the front yard beside a busy street/sidewalk. How sturdy is this fence? we have a medium sized dog we’re looking to give some more off leash space to and are concerned about her being pretty excited for other dogs, and perhaps taking the whole fence down lol

[@johnstarrett9216]

Awesome!!

[@lindafogazzi292]

Do you experience freeze in your area? How did it perform over the winter and into the spring?

[@jeanettegabrielhicks4209]

Love it

[@sreenathgotur525]

I started installing around my pool retaining wall but got stuck at the tail end of the wall where the width is shorter than the panel width. Not sure if there are panels with smaller width or an alternate way. I can't cut the fence at the end because I need to connect them to my other side (L shaped wall). Any recommendations or suggestions?

[@LaniSalter]

I can't find the gate panels... Can two panels be used to make a opening for a gate?

[@Nzitani]

Will I need to check for any gas pipes/lines before installing?

[@sawyerhannel9212]

hello, how has this fence held up?

[@carriesan8473]

Hi, how is the fence holding up? How high is the fence? How many ft?

[@rick1339]

Is it a sturdy fence Good structural strength?

[@jabbygurl]

Hi, is this 4 feet tall?

[@marissabeatrice]

We were thinking about getting this fence for our rental, would this be removable then?

[@NorthlawnFlowerFarm]

Yes. You could definitely remove it.

[@marissabeatrice]

@@NorthlawnFlowerFarm 😂 I just watched the video again, my husband must have interrupted me through that part. But thank you!!!