🐕 Best Redwood Fences to Stop Dog Barking in the Bay Area

By Hermanos Fence • Serving San José, Fremont, Oakland, Palo Alto & surrounding cities

One of the questions we hear most from Bay Area homeowners is:

“How do I get my neighbor’s dog to stop barking at us?”
or
“What type of fence is strong enough for my large dog?”

No matter how it’s asked, it always comes back to the same issue:
dog behavior + fence privacy.

👀 Why Dogs Bark Through Fences

Dogs bark for one primary reason:
They can see movement on the other side.

Even small gaps in older fences—spaces between slats, fallen knots, or warped boards—let dogs see shadows or silhouettes.
Once they notice movement, instinct kicks in and the barking starts.

So if you’re wondering why the dog keeps barking at your fence…
visibility is the problem.

🧱 The Solution: A Solid, Gap-Free Redwood Fence

To stop the barking, you need full privacy—no cracks, no holes, no visibility.

That's where high-quality, professionally built redwood fences make a difference.
Redwood is naturally strong, long-lasting, and perfect for the Bay Area climate.

Here are the best styles:

1️⃣ Board-on-Board Redwood Fence

This is one of the best dog-proof designs.

• Boards overlap each other

• Zero gaps even as the wood dries

• Heavy and solid for noise reduction

• Excellent long-term privacy

This is the top choice for homeowners who want guaranteed “no see-through” security.

2️⃣ Picture Frame Redwood Fence

This style is popular across San José, Fremont, Palo Alto, and the Peninsula.

• Clean, finished look on both sides

• Frame adds stability and keeps boards tight

• Great for high-end or HOA neighborhoods

• Works extremely well for noise and privacy

It’s a premium look and functional for dogs.

3️⃣ Horizontal Redwood Fence

Modern, strong, and perfect for Bay Area homes.

• Thick planks installed tightly

• No gaps for dogs to peek through

• Great structural rigidity

• Adds a contemporary aesthetic

Use 1x6 or 1x8 boards for maximum privacy.

4️⃣ Traditional Dog Ear Redwood Fence

A classic and budget-friendly option.

• Solid privacy when built with no gaps

• Works great with a kickboard

• Strong enough for big dogs

For homeowners who want affordability and function, this is the go-to.

5️⃣ Redwood Gates (Matching Styles)

Dogs often bark through weak or older gates.
A solid redwood gate built to match your fence stops that.

We build:

• picture frame gates

• horizontal gates

• board-on-board gates

• dog ear gates

All designed to eliminate gaps and reduce noise.

💪 What About Big Dogs Charging the Fence?

No problem.

At Hermanos Fence, we have never had a redwood fence fall because a dog hit it.

When installed correctly—with deep posts, proper framing, and quality lumber—
a redwood fence is extremely strong and stable.

Ready for a Stronger, More Private Backyard?

Hermanos Fence builds premium redwood fences across the Bay Area—picture frame, board-on-board, dog ear, horizontal, and custom gates.

📍 Serving: San José, Fremont, Oakland, Palo Alto, Hayward, Union City, Milpitas & more
📞 510-916-4135
📧 [email protected]