5 Fence Problems 1 Fence Fixes Them All!

Join this channel to get access to perks:    / @farmlearningtim   🏡 Building a reliable dog-proof fence isn’t hard — if you avoid these 5 common mistakes. In this video, I replace a 35-year-old fence with five major design and construction problems that most landowners make — and show you how to build a stronger, simpler, longer-lasting exclusion fence that keeps dogs out (and livestock safe). From bad end assemblies to wrong wire choices, UV-damaged braid, and unnecessary complexity, I’ll walk you through what NOT to do — and how the right design, materials, and setup can save you years of frustration and maintenance. ✅ What you’ll learn: How to identify and fix 5 common fencing mistakes Why wire choice is more important than you think How to build a dog-proof exclusion fence that lasts 50+ years Tips for easier installation and lower maintenance 🔧 Products Used: Murray Stiff Stay Exclusion Fence (with pre-installed footer) https://whitesrural.com.au/product/st... Steel Stock Posts & Pre-Drilled End Assemblies https://whitesrural.com.au/brands/sto... 📍 Location: Yarra Valley, Victoria, Australia More Videos You’ll Love: 👉 How to Build Strong Cattle Fences    • Cattle Rail Installation: Pro Tips You Nee...   👉 Fencing Tips to Save Time & Money    • Smarter Fencing for Small Farms: Save Stee...   👉 Goats vs Weeds: Regeneration with Grazing    • I Ditched Chemicals for GOATS and You Won'...   🔔 Subscribe for weekly videos on regenerative farming, fencing, and sustainable land management:    / farmlearning   #fencing #dogfence #farmprojects #ruralliving #regenerativeagriculture Check out my website for even more content https://timthompson.ag/ Support me on Patreon   / timthompsonmedia   Facebook   / timthompsonmedia   Instagram   / timthompson.ag   Subscribe for a new video each week! New content uploaded every weekend. My Channel    / @farmlearningtim   00:00 – 5 Common Fencing Problems Explained 00:22 – Problem 1: Weak End Assemblies 00:53 – Problem 2: Wrong Wire Choices 01:39 – Problem 3: Adding Complexity with Extra Steel 01:42 – Problem 4: Using Electric Braid Permanently 02:08 – Problem 5: Over-Complex Fence Designs 02:45 – Choosing the Right Exclusion Fence 03:25 – Pulling Down the Old Fence 04:56 – Installing New Strainer Posts 05:50 – Lining Up and Driving Posts 06:56 – Easy End Assemblies with Pre-Drilled Posts 07:00 – Why Stiff Stay Wire Works Best 08:20 – Correctly Straining Mesh for Longevity 09:10 – Best Way to Tie Off Exclusion Fencing 10:24 – Tips for Short Run Fences 10:32 – Final Result: A Strong, Simple, Dog-Proof Fence