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)
  • Perfect for permanent fences
  • Zinc coating prevents rusting
  • Superior conduction thanks to aluminium coating

€149.00*
Gallagher Insulated Line Post 1,90m (4)
  • Self-insulating, maintenance-free post with a 10-year guarantee
  • Special profile for extra sturdiness and flexibility
  • Glass-fibre core with UV-protected polyethylene exterior.

€59.95*
Gallagher S400 solar fence energiser incl. 2 batteries (2x 12 V - 7,2 Ah)
  • Operates for 10 days without direct sunlight
  • Super-strong, drop-proof, waterproof housing
  • Quick and easy to install

€914.00*
Insultimber (FSC®) corner post (10.0 x 10.0cm - 2.50 metres) (pack of 10)
  • The most safe and durable wire for horses with 10 years guarantee
  • Optimal conductive plastic cable with a 2.7 mm galvinised wire core
  • No oxidation because of plastic/carbon covering

€1,079.00*
Insultimber (FSC®) Intermediate Post (3.8 x 3.8cm - 1.50 metres)
  • Self-insulated, maintenance free FSC® timber with 10 years guarantee
  • 100% natural product without the addition of any environmentally harmful impregnation agents
  • Natural look that blends perfectly into the landscape

€17.95*
Insultimber (FSC®) main fence post (4.0 x 8.0cm - 2.00 metres)
  • 100% natural product without the addition of any environmentally harmful impregnation agents
  • Natural look that blends perfectly into the landscape
  • Insulators are not needed, wire can be attached with connection wires

€35.95*

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)
  • For adding an extra plastic wire to blue/black plastic posts

€8.45*
Aluminised wire (High Tensile) ø2.5 mm (approx. 625 metres)
  • Perfect for permanent fences
  • Zinc coating prevents rusting
  • Superior conduction thanks to aluminium coating

€139.00*
Corner insulator S, reinforced (white, pack of 5)
  • For tensioning wires to keep the fence tight
  • Super strong - made from polycarbonate

€12.65*
Fox Light
  • Computer chip controlled random flash
  • A light sensor triggers the flash of 9 LED bulbs between sunset and sunrise
  • For rain and wind, temperature resistance

€114.95*
Gallagher Insulated Line Post for sheep and cattle 1,40m (4 pcs)
  • Material: 16mm fibreglass core with UV protective polyethylene outer
  • Features: Malleable but extremely strong, self-insulating, maintenance-free, light weight
  • Very strong clips that serve as insulators

€49.95*
Insulated Line Post Dropper 0,95m (10)
  • Floating post that holds the conductors in place
  • Fewer Line post posts required
  • Can only be used with multiple wires and 0.95m Line Post post

€53.95*
Insultimber (FSC®) corner post (10.0 x 10.0cm - 2.50 metres)
  • 100% natural product without the addition of any environmentally harmful impregnation agents
  • Natural look that blends perfectly into the landscape
  • Insulators are not needed, wire can be attached with connection wires

€107.95*
Insultimber (FSC®) corner post (8.0 x 8.0cm - 2.00 metres)
  • 100% natural product without the addition of any environmentally harmful impregnation agents
  • Natural look that blends perfectly into the landscape
  • Insulators are not needed, wire can be attached with connection wires

€67.95*
Insultimber (FSC®) main fence post (4.0 x 8.0cm - 2.00 metres)
  • 100% natural product without the addition of any environmentally harmful impregnation agents
  • Natural look that blends perfectly into the landscape
  • Insulators are not needed, wire can be attached with connection wires

€35.95*
Plastic post (blue, 0,50m + 0,20m spike (pack of 10)
  • Impact-resistant top insulator
  • Fit multiple wires with wire clips or threaded insulators (sold Separately )
  • Maximum wire height is 0.5m.

€25.95*