Installing this electric dog door is easy, and parts last long before replacement becomes necessary. The PetSafe Plastic Pet Door is available in five sizes and can be installed into doors made of wood, PVC, and metal. It has a plastic frame that can be painted to complement your decor and a flexible flap with a magnet will allow your furry friend to pass through with ease. The flap on the medium-sized dog door was slightly heavy for one of our smaller participating pets, but overall the flap was effective in giving access on demand. This is one of the more affordably priced dog doors we recommend, but it does not provide as much insulation against cold wind and weather extremes. In really hot climates, you’ll also want to keep your pet inside to make sure they don’t stay outside too long, which puts them at risk for heatstroke. That’s why several of the vets we spoke with recommended keeping an eye on your pet through the window, even if you do allow them free access outside through a dog door.

Not available on Model 1008 or Model 1210) The Intruder Alarm is available for both regular dog door with sensor collar and patio doors. Once installed, if the door remains open for more than 12 seconds, an alarm will sound for approximately 60 seconds. In addition, it will shut off and AUTOMATICALLY RESET ITSELF. As a result, you don’t even have to be home to monitor it. The PlexiDor Performance PDE Electronic Pet Door can accommodate pets weighing up to 125 pounds! It’s designed with durable ABS panels that smoothly slide up and down. First, we recommend that you tape the template down to where you want the dog door with blue tape. It should be at least 3 inches from the bottom of the door. The door is activated only when your pet walks towards it wearing the durable, weatherproof High Tech Pet Microsonic Collar .The sensitivity of the door can be adjusted as needed, but it’s generally adjusted for a range of about 2 feet. The flap must be pushed open once activated by the collar. Of course, training your pet to get used to the flap might take a little patience. If you prefer a door with dog door built in, you’ll be glad to know the PetSafe dog door has a small profile. making it less obvious that you have a doggy door installed. Additionally, the PetSafe Dog Door has the flexibility to be installed either inside or outside of your door. It’s also convenient for dog owners to control.

While your neighborhood may seem safe when you’re walking with your dog, things can change when your pup is out on their own,” Philips said. “Depending on where you live and the size of your dog, you’ll need to consider predators like coyotes and even birds of prey like hawks when it comes to smaller dogs and toy breeds [because] these animals will generally avoid humans but may be bold enough to go for your dog.”The programmability of the door controls how your dog enters and exits through it. Working with the type of sensor, you can choose a door that lets your program how long the door stays open once your pet has passed through it, or whether it only opens one way at certain times of the day. Benefits Of Using An Automatic Dog Door Note: Just to be clear, when the Petsafe Electronic SmartDoor is set to automatic mode, it still only allows pets with registered SmartKeys to enter. SmartKey Functions Unique features sound great, but do you and your dog need them? Think about that before buying a door for your furball. Software Dogs, like humans, need the freedom to explore the outdoors. And we all know how destructive they can get if they’re bored. The top smart pet door will grant them much-needed adventure. The best part is that your furniture will be spared. Secure House for Peace of Mind Best of all, the automatic doggy doors keeps out the draft during winter or leaks from heavy rain. FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS