A Barbed wire fence is a reliable way to keep livestock enclosed. When properly installed, a barbed-wire fence requires little upkeep. Draw a map of the area to fence. Draw a line for fence installation. Put garden stakes in a straight line around the area to be fenced. Run string or twine along the stakes, Beginning at the corner posts, dig a hole about 3 feet deep. Not only is a barbed-wire fence an economical fence solution, it is also quite straightforward to install. 

Be sure to check local building codes before building a fence. not to run the fence through high water areas. Start to install the barbed wire on the first corner post. Most barbed-wire fences have 2 to 5 rows of wire. The species, breed, age and gender of the animals will determine how many rows to use. keeping it as straight as possible. This will be a guide to keep the fence straight. Clean the fence area. There should be no briers or bushes in the way.