Keeping out foxes
The fox is an omnivore and loves chickens, ducks and other poultry. The hunting fox climbs over and digs under fences. To keep foxes out, we recommend electric fencing, in combination with a Foxlight for optimum deterrence. The Foxlight keeps the foxes at bay. If foxes do get close, they are put off by the electric fence.
Many people opt for a traditional fence with mesh or wood, and think they can keep the fox out like this. But that is usually not the case. The fox is cunning, and if it is hungry, it will do everything it can to get to its tasty snack, including climbing and digging. If you really want an efficient fence to keep the fox out, there is only 1 solution: an electric fence. After the first contact with this fence, the fox will avoid it. A fox doesn’t hit the same grid twice. You have created a psychological barrier between your animals and the fox.
An electric fence:
- is in most cases easy to install yourself
- is very effective against foxes
- is 50% cheaper than a traditional fence
To find out more information on fox fencing take a look at our whitepaper.
Different types of fox fences
- Permanent High tensile fox fence: Do you have the need to permanently protect your animals on your property against fox attacks? Then a Gallagher high-tensile system is ideal for you. This solution, in combination with Insultimber poles, offers you the maximum security.
- Mobile Fence against foxes: Do you only need to protect your grounds or animals against foxes for a limited period of time? Then a mobile fence is ideal for you. Easy to set up and dismantle yourself, and just as efficient as the permanent solution.
- Semi-permanent High tensile fox fence: Do you want to protect your animals on, for example, a tenant meadow? But do you need to do this with a solid long-term solution? Then a Gallagher Line Post system in combination with our High Tensile wire is ideal for you.
High tensile fences for foxes
A high tensile system is ideal for keeping foxes away. This permanent fence offers the maximum security against very difficult and resistant species. That is why Gallagher recommends a special solution by installing a double fence, for optimum security. This solution consists of an inner and outer fence.
Inner Fence Against Foxes
The inner fence is a 5-wire Insultimber system consisting of fixed and floating posts, such as a sheep grid system. This system has been unsurpassed for over 40 years and can easily last 20 to 25 years. The bottom wire is low to the ground and it is therefore important to connect a powerful electric fence energiser to the fence. The growing grass has to be seared away so that the current conduction remains optimal.
Outer fence against foxes
The outer fence is a simple high-tensile application consisting of a short post of 1 m that is ± 50 cm deep in the ground. The wires are mounted on 20 cm and 45 cm. This fence offers an extra barrier for the fox.
Adding the Foxlight to your fence makes the system even more reliable. The Foxlight scares the fox at night by random light rays. The Foxlight consists of 9 LED lights that flash randomThis proven system helps to protect your property and livestock even better.ly. The predator will think that someone is patrolling the area and will not attack.
This proven system helps to protect your property and livestock even better.
Order your products here for your permanent fox fence:
ElectroMax fence wire (2.65mm) (approx. 600 metres)
€149.00*
Electromax fence wire is suitable for all types of permanent fencing, especially for areas were improved conductivity is essential for fence performance and monitoring. ElectroMax is 15% more conductive than standard 2.5mm aluminium- coated wire, and its superior power performance carries further while effectively managing shorts. The patented zinc- alu coating protects the wire and ensures 3x times longer life than standard wire.
Specifications
Diameter mm: 2.65
Resistance ohm / meter: 0.0297
Tensile strength kg: 550
Gallagher Insulated Line Post 1,90m (4)
€59.95*
Gallagher LinePost (1,90m), unique and durable design and extremely suitable for permanent fencing. Full self- insulating and extremely quick and easy to set up. The conductor can be attached to various pre- shaped positions on the post with LinePost Clips that are available separately. The unique and durable benefits of this post are achieved by combining a fibreglass core with a UV- protected polyethylene exterior. Product warranty: 10 years. Lifespan: 25 years or more!
The maximum wire height is 1.35m.
Read everything about the insulated Line Post here
7 years warranty
Gallagher S400 solar fence energiser incl. 2 batteries (2x 12 V - 7,2 Ah)
€914.00*
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With the S400, you can now easily install a 30 km fence without having to recharge the battery yourself. This powerful solar-powered device is quick to install and easy to transport. You no longer have to worry about dead batteries, because with the S400 you will have power for up to 10 days, even without direct sunlight!
Year-round use
Thanks to the patented battery management system, this energiser can be used all year round. This keeps it functioning for up to 10 days without direct sunlight.
Dual-phase solar panel: reliability in all weather conditions
Moreover, the solar panel consists of two solar panels, meaning that if something is on one panel, such as a leaf, the other panel will still function.
Ergonomic and robust design
Despite its larger size, the S400 is also easy to carry. All that is left to do is to connect the energiser to the earth stake and wire. An LED light indicates the battery status at a glance.
The device has built-in lightning protection and has a robust housing to help protect it.
The switch has been replaced by a magnetic rotary knob. This is less fragile.
Wildlife mode
The unique feature of the S400 is the game or wildlife mode. This is a more powerful option that keeps pulsing at the same level even at night, keeping wildlife at bay.
Advice for use
Make sure the solar panel is free of grass to make the best use of sunlight. The special stand (art. 007509) raises it off the ground and also serves as earthing.
Insultimber (FSC®) corner post (10.0 x 10.0cm - 2.50 metres) (pack of 10)
€1,079.00*
Self- insulated Timber (FSC®) for permanent fencing. Up to 70% more cost effective than traditional non- electric fencing. No insulators required. Insultimber (FSC®) does not require chemical treatment.
Insultimber (FSC®) Intermediate Post (3.8 x 3.8cm - 1.50 metres)
€17.95*
These self- insulated, maintenance- free wooden posts are a cost effective option for permanent fencing. No insulators are required.
Insultimber (FSC®) posts also have 3x longer life than standard wooden posts, and have an FSC® hallmark and a 10 year guarantee.
Insultimber (FSC®) main fence post (4.0 x 8.0cm - 2.00 metres)
€35.95*
These self- insulated, maintenance- free wooden posts are a cost effective option for permanent fencing. No insulators are required.
Insultimber (FSC®) posts also have 3x longer life than standard wooden posts, and have an FSC® hallmark and a 10 year guarantee.
Mobile fencing against foxes
Do you want a temporary or mobile fence to keep out foxes? Then Gallagher recommends a special solution by placing 2 fences for optimum security, consisting of an inner and outer fence. This proven system helps to protect your property and livestock even better.
Mobile Inner Fence Against Foxes
The first fence is the SmartFence, the all-in-1 system with posts, reels and wires. The system is 100 metres long and also suitable for uneven terrain. This system functions as an inner fence to keep the fox away.
Mobile Outer fence against foxes
For your outdoor fence, you can install a simple system consisting of short fence posts of 75 cm with 2 Vidoflex 9 wires. You place the first thread at a height of approximately 20 cm. By adding the Foxlight to your fence, the fox has even more to be scared off at night, thanks to the random light rays. The Foxlight consists of 9 LED lights that flash randomly. The predator will think that someone is patrolling the area and will not attack.
Semi-Permanent High tensile fence against foxes
With the Line Post 95 cm high tensile fence, you have a unique system that is at least as strong as a permanent wooden fence, but which can be moved easily if necessary. To ensure that your animals are not troubled by the fox, we recommend a double fence. Optimal security thanks to an inner and outer fence!
Inner Fence Against Foxes
The inner fence is a 5-wire system consisting of fixed Line Post posts. The distance between the posts is 7 m. The height of the wires are 9.5 cm, 30 cm, 45.5 cm, 71 cm and 95 cm. The lower wire is low to the ground. This means that the grass can easily grow against it. A powerful device is therefore needed to ensure that the grass is scorched away and that the current conduction remains optimal.
Outer fence against foxes
The outer fence is built with our blue plastic pole of 0.7 m with two High Tensile wires. The distance of the inner grid is 35 cm. The wires are mounted on 10 cm and 50 cm. Thanks to this outer fence, the fox has an extra barrier before it can reach its target.
Order all products for semi permanent fox fencing here:
Adjustable spring (ø 13mm, pack of 10)
€8.45*
Adjustable, easy to use stainless steel clips for
adding an extra plastic wire to Gallagher 10mm blue/black plastic posts.
Comes with a 2- year product warranty.
Aluminised wire (High Tensile) ø2.5 mm (approx. 625 metres)
€139.00*
Aluminised wire for long permanent cattle and sheep fences with excellent conductivity. Fitting High Tensile wire requires a certain degree of experience in erecting fences.
The special aluminium- zinc alloy prevents any rust forming on the wire. It will last for up to as much as 30 years. High Tensile wire has a 10- year product warranty.
Specifications
Diameter mm: 2.5
Resistance ohm / meter: 0.035
Tensile strength kg: 500
Corner insulator S, reinforced (white, pack of 5)
€12.65*
Plastic insulator for fitting cord and wire to wooden posts.
Made from polycarbonate for extra strength. Used on the first or last wooden fence post for tensioning wires to keep the fence tight.
Comes with a 10- year warranty.
Fox Light
€114.95*
A handy way to protect your vulnerable animals against attacks from foxes and other nocturnal predators.
Nine LED's flash intermittently to deter predators and give the impression that the area is being patrolled.
6V battery required (sold separately).
Gallagher Insulated Line Post for sheep and cattle 1,40m (4 pcs)
€49.95*
Gallagher Insulated Line Post (1,40m), unique and durable design and extremely suitable for permanent fencing. Full self- insulating and extremely quick and easy to set up. The conductor can be attached to various pre- shaped positions with Line Post Clips that are available separately. The unique and durable benefits of this post are achieved by combining a fibreglass core with a UV- protected polyethylene exterior. The maximum wire height is 0,95m. Product warranty: 10 years. Lifespan: 25 years or more!
Read everything about the insulated Line Post here
Insulated Line Post Dropper 0,95m (10)
€53.95*
The Line Post Dropper is a floating post that keeps the fencing between two posts at the right height and properly tensioned. Instead of five posts over 40 metres of fencing, you only need two posts if the Dropper is used. A Dropper is cheaper than a Line Post, which cuts the total fencing costs. The Line Post Dropper can only be used in combination with a Line Post of 0.95 m in length.
Insultimber (FSC®) corner post (10.0 x 10.0cm - 2.50 metres)
€107.95*
These self- insulated, maintenance- free wooden posts are a cost effective option for permanent fencing. No insulators are required.
Insultimber (FSC®) posts also have 3x longer life than standard wooden posts, have an FSC® hallmark and come with a 10 year guarantee.
Insultimber (FSC®) corner post (8.0 x 8.0cm - 2.00 metres)
€67.95*
These self- insulated, maintenance- free wooden posts are a cost effective option for permanent fencing. No insulators are required.
Insultimber (FSC®) posts also have 3x longer life than standard wooden posts, and have an FSC® hallmark and a 10 year guarantee.
Insultimber (FSC®) main fence post (4.0 x 8.0cm - 2.00 metres)
€35.95*
These self- insulated, maintenance- free wooden posts are a cost effective option for permanent fencing. No insulators are required.
Insultimber (FSC®) posts also have 3x longer life than standard wooden posts, and have an FSC® hallmark and a 10 year guarantee.
Plastic post (blue, 0,50m + 0,20m spike (pack of 10)
€25.95*
Economical, simple plastic portable fence post with impact- resistant top insulator. Use a hammer to drive post into the ground without damaging the insulator.
Multiple wires can be fitted to the fence with wire clips or threaded insulators (sold separately ). The maximum wire height is 0.5m.