Since you have a dog and the neighbors have dogs, it would be wise to walk your fencing to make sure none of them have dug exits/entries under your fence. The only time I had a deer problem is when my neighbor's dog dug under the fence so he could get into my yard ... he was after my cat, which loved to tease him.
The deer found that with a little more effort they could get into the yard, too and discovered the roses. OMG, deer are very, very determined once they find something to eat that they love. I fought that dang doe for weeks because she kept finding new ways to get into the yard.
One time, I went after her with the hose and she went through the fence at the top of the slope. A major repair job at the time because I wasn't very good at fixing fences.
Funny, but not funny, one day my 3 lb cat chased her off ... he thinks he's a cougar. I've even seen him stalking deer. I haven't a clue as to what he would have done if he caught her, but it was sure funny to see him go after her.
Do you go down to your creek ? If not, there are several ways you can make it difficult for the deer to enter there and still have it look attractive, but they would make it difficult for you to get down to the creek. It's still fencing, but it can be covered with plant materials.
Smiles,
Lyn
