Cat Fences in Wisconsin — Indoor & Outdoor Cat Containment
DogWatch is not just for dogs
Cats are escape artists. They slip out doors, patrol kitchen counters, scratch furniture, and — if they get outside — face traffic, coyotes, birds of prey, and harsh Wisconsin winters. A DogWatch® Cat Fence gives your cat safe freedom, indoors and out. The same lightweight receiver collar works with both our indoor boundaries and our outdoor hidden fence, so one system can protect your cat everywhere.
DogWatch of Wisconsin has installed and serviced hidden pet fences across Central Wisconsin since 2006. We'll design a containment plan around your home, your yard, and your cat's personality — and train you both on how it works.
Indoor Cat Fences — Set Boundaries Inside Your Home
Some places just aren't for cats. Our indoor cat fence (also called an indoor boundary) creates gentle, customizable “off-limits” zones anywhere in your house — no gates, no closed doors, no spray bottles. Popular uses for Wisconsin cat owners include:
• Kitchen counters and stovetops
• Furniture, curtains, and favorite scratching targets
• Dining rooms, nurseries, and home offices
• Trash cans and houseplants
• Doorways — stop door-dashing before it starts
How it works: a small transmitter creates an adjustable signal zone around the area you want to protect. When your cat approaches the boundary, the receiver collar gives an audible warning first; if they keep going, a mild, safe correction reminds them to turn back. Most cats learn their boundaries within days. Our MB-1 and MB-2 Mobile Boundaries are wireless and can be moved anywhere — place one on a counter, near the Christmas tree, or beside a doorway, and it's working in minutes.
Outdoor Cat Fences — Safe Yard Freedom for Adventurous Cats
Yes — hidden fences work for cats outdoors, too. If your cat loves the outdoors (or keeps escaping to it), an outdoor cat fence lets them enjoy your yard while keeping them away from the road, the neighbor's yard, and Wisconsin wildlife.
Because cats climb and jump, an outdoor cat fence is planned a little differently than a dog fence. Our team will walk your property with you and design a boundary layout that accounts for trees, fence lines, decks, and other launch points. Training is also cat-specific: we start indoors with visual flags and audible cues, then introduce the outdoor boundary gradually. It's a proven process — we've successfully trained many Wisconsin cats on both indoor and outdoor systems.
Every outdoor system uses DogWatch's secure FM SafeLink® signal and a receiver collar with up to a 2-year battery life, backed by a Lifetime Limited Warranty on professionally installed outdoor systems.
Cat Fence Products
Our mini receiver collars are sized for cats — lightweight, waterproof, and comfortable for all-day wear. The R7mini and R12mini work with both indoor and outdoor systems, and the MB-1 and MB-2 Mobile Boundaries create instant indoor off-limits zones wherever you need them.
Some places just aren’t for cats
Our indoor fences can be customized to keep your cats inside the areas you want them, and away from areas you don’t, such as furniture, dining rooms, kitchen counters, trash cans or any other "off limits" areas. Click below to view sample configurations.
Why Wisconsin Cat Owners Choose DogWatch
- One collar, two systems — the same receiver works indoors and outdoors
- Secure FM signal — DogWatch is the only hidden fence brand using FM SafeLink®, which helps prevent false corrections from garage doors, TVs, and other electronics
- Up to 2-year battery life — about eight times longer than other brands
- Local, hands-on service — locally owned since 2006, serving 40 counties in Central Wisconsin and four counties in Michigan's Upper Peninsula
- Multi-pet friendly — one system protects any number of cats and dogs together
Frequently Asked Questions
What is a DogWatch Cat Fence?
A Cat Fence is the same trusted DogWatch Hidden Fence used for dogs — we just call it a Cat Fence when it's protecting a cat. It uses a harmless electronic FM radio signal to keep your pet inside a containment area (like your yard) or away from off-limits areas (like counters, couches, or the garden). One system can protect cats and dogs at the same time.
Does an outdoor hidden fence really work for cats?
Yes. We've successfully trained many cats on indoor and outdoor hidden fences. Because cats can climb, we design the boundary layout with your yard's trees and structures in mind, and we use a cat-specific training approach that starts indoors before moving outside.
How does my cat learn where the boundary is?
Cats learn the boundary through visual cues (training flags) and an audible warning tone from the receiver collar. If they continue past the warning, they receive a mild, safe correction. With consistent short training sessions, most cats learn their boundaries within a week or two. Training assistance is included with professional installation.
Is the correction safe for cats?
Yes. The correction is mild, adjustable, and designed for small pets. Our mini receiver collars are sized and weighted specifically for cats, and correction levels are set to the lowest effective level for your cat.
Can one system work for multiple cats — or cats and dogs together?
Absolutely. There's no limit to the number of pets one DogWatch system can protect. Each pet wears their own receiver collar, and correction levels are set individually, so a 9-pound cat and a 90-pound dog can share the same fence.
Do you install cat fences near me?
DogWatch of Wisconsin serves 40 counties across Central Wisconsin, including the Wausau, Stevens Point, and Wisconsin Rapids areas, plus four counties in Michigan's Upper Peninsula. Call 715-842-1103 for a free in-yard estimate.
Ready to Give Your Cat Safe Freedom?
Contact DogWatch of Wisconsin today for a free quote. We'd love to show you how our indoor and outdoor cat containment systems can keep your cat safe and out of trouble — and give you peace of mind. Call 715-842-1103 or send us a message to get started.
