Just like humans, dogs also have a social life, and they too like to be out socializing, playing, and be active. For the pet owners, the most infuriating things are the need to be there after their pet to get it in or out by opening and closing the yard and let them out in the yard. Dogs tend to be too irritated by getting locked inside, and the scratches on the walls and furniture will tell this story.
The pet market now has various options for the dog owners to keep their pets active. One such handy tool is dog doors, ranging from the basic flap-type doors to the most modern electronic doors with sensors. Some top choices in dog door types are:
Top dog door types
- Wall-mount doggie doors
- Door-mount doggie doors
- Custom-made doggie doors
- Patio panel
- Sliding glass doggie doors
- Electronic dog doors
- Dog Guillotine doors etc.
Let’s explore some of the top options in detail.
Electronic doggie doors
The manual pet door flaps are designed to open and close as the pet moves in and out, whereas the electronic door can sense the microchips mounted to the dog’s collar and open the doors automatically as it approaches. This will further any unauthorized intrusion of stray dogs or raccoons into your home. You can set sensors for multiple pets also, and these doors can be installed anywhere as doors, wall, windows, etc.
Door-mount pet doors
This is the most popular doggy door or all times. Being budget-friendly, door-mounted pet doors have good adaptability too. You can install the door by simply cutting off a small portion of the front, back, or patio door and insert the dog door into that space. There are single flap and double flap doors available in this model. Some of the models also have a magnet at the bottom of the door, which keeps the door locked when not in use.
Patio Panel
Patio panel is an ideal solution for those who don’t like o cut a hole on their doors or walls. The panel comes with a pre-cut space which will act as a doggie door. The latest models of patio panels are weather-stripped, which are suitable for the living areas at places where the weather conditions are extreme. Compared to other models of doggie doors, patio panels are much easy to install. The owners can themselves install the patio panel dog doors and what you need to ensure is that the size of the patio panel door is ideal for your dog’s size.
Wall-mounted pet doors
It is another most popular model of dog doors, which are used by homeowners mainly who have pets at home. However, this option may not be ideal for someone living in a rental house. The doors installed by putting a hole in the wall and is a permanent fixture. It requires the support of a handyman or an installation expert in order not to damage the wall and do the installation correctly. The standard installation is a stucco exterior and drywall interior; both sealed well to conceal the wall hole and the tunnel if the doggie door is removed. Apart from these, you can also opt for custom dog doors, which can be made based on the specific requirements of your pets, the model you need, and the climatic conditions of your region.
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