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I'm gonna try as volunteer for foster of a dog rescued from a killer-pound
or somesuch.

Likely a small (30-40 lb) problem dog, liable to squeeze thru gaps
in my backyard chain-link fence, run like hell, take fo'ever to
find 'em.

Almost everywhere a post butts up against something (a bldg., another
fence, etc), there is a gap that such dog could squeeze thru.

I got a 4" gap between a post and a brick house. I could maybe
get a 4x4 in there if I could secure it to the post.
This part of fence belongs to a neighbor: they likely won't
mind a strap or such, but I can't drill their post.

Is there anything like plumbers (metal) strapping tape but
heavier: still somewhat pliable but lots stronger?

Any other ideas?

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On Sat, 21 Jul 2007 16:56:20 -0500, Puddin' Man
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I'm gonna try as volunteer for foster of a dog rescued from a killer-pound
or somesuch.

Likely a small (30-40 lb) problem dog,


I thought that weight was medium.

liable to squeeze thru gaps
in my backyard chain-link fence, run like hell, take fo'ever to
find 'em.


Not only that, but in most or all places, you'd be liable for the
damage and injuries it causes if you have a crummy fence or otherwise
let it out.

Until you finish your fence, you could get a trolley with a long leash
on a long line, so that he could cover most of the back yard. Maybe
even to the fence so you could find out which holes he most wants to
exit.
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"Puddin' Man" wrote

I got a 4" gap between a post and a brick house.


I once had a situation like that, I put a metal fence support
in the gap. You have to hammer it into the ground. They
are quite sturdy.

http://www.lowes.com/lowes/lkn?actio...L04&lpage=none

or

Item #92063 at Lowes.

Just an idea.

nancy


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I'm gonna try as volunteer for foster of a dog rescued from a killer-pound
or somesuch.

Likely a small (30-40 lb) problem dog, liable to squeeze thru gaps
in my backyard chain-link fence, run like hell, take fo'ever to
find 'em.

Almost everywhere a post butts up against something (a bldg., another
fence, etc), there is a gap that such dog could squeeze thru.

I got a 4" gap between a post and a brick house. I could maybe
get a 4x4 in there if I could secure it to the post.
This part of fence belongs to a neighbor: they likely won't
mind a strap or such, but I can't drill their post.

Is there anything like plumbers (metal) strapping tape but
heavier: still somewhat pliable but lots stronger?



There is a clamp that attaches to a post that allows another post to be
anchored to it. Made for a line post it will work on a terminal post. Here
is a pic:
http://www.lowes.com/lowes/lkn?actio...053&lpage=none

Sold at the BORG.


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Default To fix a gap between a chain link end post and a house or shed

replying to Puddin' Man, Robert wrote:
There is a patent pending Fence End Spacer product on the market
to fix the problem of a spacer remaining between an end post and
a structure such as a house etc. It is available for regular galvanized
and color vinyl chain link for 4ft, 5ft and 6ft. fencing for more info
contact by email This problem is all to
common, not only does foundation footings, buried plumbing and
electrical lines prevent the post from being installed closer to the
house, the post would have to be installed to the side of the post
hole in a manner of improper installation at best to close the gap.
If you would like to view pictures of this
new Fence End Spacer product just email us. Thanks Robert


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Robert wrote:
replying to Puddin' Man, Robert wrote:
There is a patent pending Fence End Spacer product on the market
to fix the problem of a spacer remaining between an end post and
a structure such as a house etc. It is available for regular galvanized
and color vinyl chain link for 4ft, 5ft and 6ft. fencing for more info
contact by email This problem is all to common,
not only does foundation footings, buried plumbing and electrical lines
prevent the post from being installed closer to the house, the post
would have to be installed to the side of the post
hole in a manner of improper installation at best to close the gap.
If you would like to view pictures of this new Fence End Spacer product
just email us. Thanks Robert



I've had this spacer between my property and my neighbors since about
1986. The white fence is mine surrounding an inground pool (per code),
the chain link is my neighbors.
There was a 6" setback for fencing when my fence was installed, but I
increased it to 8". The chain link fence post is on the property line.
It was installed when my new neighbor got a dog. It is the only fencing
between my property and any neighbors.
Local zoning prohibits fences on separate properties be attached to each
other, hence the 2'x 8" SYP spacer.
http://preview.tinyurl.com/cakylwn


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