Shopping for a dog door
Dogs and cats are quite curious and like to roam, so having a pet door is a sensible way to give them that freedom. They can go out and come in when they are ready and yet have a retreat if they need it from predators or weather changes. It would also benefit them if they needed to exit the house due to an emergency, like a fire.
These doors come in as many sizes as do dogs. So not to worry, your pet isn’t too big, or too small, for the convenience and safety offered by a dog door.
When buying a dog door, the options are endless, as with anything else. A quick internet search will offer up thousands of hits. So it is best to have a sense of your priorities going into the process.
Knowing where you intended to have the dog door installed is a good first step, along with a sense of your budget. Additionally, you have the option of installing the dog door yourself, or having it professionally installed.
A dog door can be installed in most styles of windows or doors (Screens, French doors, sliding glass doors, insulated metal doors, garage doors, kennels, etc). Depending on the style of door, pricing can range from @$115 - $700+. This can certainly be a “do it yourself” project, if you choose. Not so handy? There are several companies who will do the installation for you.
If your dog is small, medium, or large, you can find a door that will be for that reason accommodating to your pet. Just make sure you have the proper measurements in width and the height of your dog.
As you search the various styles, you will find simple door flaps, to electronic, and automatic. The more sophisticated ones use sensors that are placed on the dog’s tag and collar. Making it very convenient for your dog to travel freely from inside the house to outside the house.
Your pet’s safety is a top concern, so be sure to look for a company who places great emphasis on both the security of your home and the safety of your pet, when making your selection or seeking an estimate. Additionally, seek a pet door whose company offers a warranty, customer service, replacement parts and training advice, so your pet quick becomes comfortable with their new door.
For safety you should look for a locking dog door or check out infrared dog doors as a starting point.







