Company History

DogWatch® was incorporated in 1990 by founder and CEO, Fred King whose mission was to provide pet owners with a superior pet containment system unsurpassed customer service, and to give pets the freedom they deserve and owners the assurance their pets stay safe in their yard. Over a million happy pets later, we are still committed to providing you with innovative hidden fence solutions and advanced product features unique to DogWatch. Customer feedback survey responses over several years indicate a customer satisfaction is greater that 98% nation wide.

The DogWatch Hidden Fence System® is the safe, proven way to keep your pet safe on your property. It's been thoroughly tested by one of the nation's leading veterinary colleges for safety and effectiveness, and veterinarians and other pet professionals around the world recommend the DogWatch system.

With a DogWatch Hidden Fence®, your pet can roam and play freely over your entire yard, and you can still protect your garden, swimming pool, or any other small areas. And, unlike more costly wooden or chain link fences, your pet can't jump over or dig under a DogWatch Hidden Fence. Our Indoor System can keep your dog out of the kitty litter, out of the multiple rooms, or off a bed, sofa, or stairway.

DogWatch of North Central Ohio serves Ashland, Richland, Lorain, Wayne, and the surrounding counties. John Thoerner lives in a rural community outside of Ashland, Ohio, with his Wife Donna, three children, Ashley, Nikki, and Robby. He also has two dogs, Max and Maggie, and three cats. John is often helped out on training sessions by Maggie, his Great Dane, and one or more of his children.