Wiil the gates height prevent a cat from jumping over it, and will a cat be able to fit through the bars?
272028
My cat can jump from the ground to the refrigerator. So, Yes, I believe a cat can jump over it. My cat cannot fit thru the bars. but he weighs 17 lbs.
272029
I guess it depends on the size of your cat and how high they can jump. My cats cannot get throught the bars but can jump it easily. I don't think there is a gate out there they couldn't jump over though. It would have to be at least 4 feet high and that might not even be enough.
419637
There are three sets of bars. Each set of bars has an opening of 3 1/2 inches. Each set can be moved up as high as you need. As you can see in the photo, as long as all three sets of bars are moved to the top and touching each other. The only way your cat should be able to get through the bars would be if it can fit between the 3 1/2" spaces that is on each set of bars. Hope that makes sense and helps.
741321
I agree with the previous post. My cat is 8lbs and he jumped on top. While the mesh of course gave the structure itself stood firm. I'm sure there's a threshold but I would say a normal sized cat (mine being closer to the smaller side of that spectrum) on top won't collapse it. I think it would be great for pet intros!
1948855
The bars are about three inches apart. A kitten could probably squeeze through, but a full grown cat would have a hard time.
1730239
I would think it's too tall and there'd be little room for the cat to maneuver with it in there. I have it sitting right outside.
1882231
If your cat is able to jump over the gate. We are only using the gate to keep our dog in the laundry room when we are gone & are not using the extension part of the gate. A cat would not be able to fit through between the bars.
1028950
I used it for the same thing!!! It's 23 inches tall and very easy to step over or open the lock bar. I bought 2 so I could cover the top & bottom of the doorway without them jumping over it. My cats were able to smell each other through the gate and now they are all friends!!
1884715
No, I have a three year old tabby that can not get through the gate. We use the gate to keep the baby in and the cat out. so, it works well. I did not use the extension that came with the gate, so I can't speak to that configuration.
1045610
Yes, I think so. If the stagger from top to bottom is no more than 4 inches. The gate is not a pressure gate but it has screws that press against the wall. Easy to install -- no holes in the walls or anything. We like ours. Lets the cats in but he dog stays in the room.
1163025
My Jack Russell is 12 lbs and absolutely cannot squeeze through the bars. There are 2.5 inches between the bars. I have 3 gates and would definitely purchase them again.
213582
The cat will prolly hang over the edge but will get up there anyways. The legs are not the same size but it goes together easily, just be sure to have the picture from Amazon handy for reference.
2205839
My cats cannot go through the bars. They are more than 1.5 but less than 1.75. You do know that a cat can go o Eric any gate, even 2 stacked on top of each other (24 inches each) don't you? We like that it is easy for us to step over this 17 inch gate and our westie can't. Our 11 pounding legged maltipoo can jump it but only did it once. I caged her for punishment and she has never done it again. I use this when I am home or when we make quick trips. I plan to get a taller one for when we are gone longer. My dogs have never knocked it over. If they both pushed on it at the same time they probably could. A good gate for short dogs. My cats cannot go through the bars. They are more than 1.5 but less than 1.75. You do know that a cat can go o Eric any gate, even 2 stacked on top of each other (24 inches each) don't you? We like that it is easy for us to step over this 17 inch gate and our westie can't. Our 11 pounding legged maltipoo can jump it but only did it once. I caged her for punishment and she has never done it again. I use this when I am home or when we make quick trips. I plan to get a taller one for when we are gone longer. My dogs have never knocked it over. If they both pushed on it at the same time they... » Read More My cats cannot go through the bars. They are more than 1.5 but less than 1.75. You do know that a cat can go o Eric any gate, even 2 stacked on top of each other (24 inches each) don't you? We like that it is easy for us to step over this 17 inch gate and our westie can't. Our 11 pounding legged maltipoo can jump it but only did it once. I caged her for punishment and she has never done it again. I use this when I am home or when we make quick trips. I plan to get a taller one for when we are gone longer. My dogs have never knocked it over. If they both pushed on it at the same time they probably could. A good gate for short dogs. « Show Less
1241856
They come in different heights. Mine is 11.5 inches (the cat door itself); the whole apparatus is abou 23 inches high. I love it; so does the cat.
2283138
The bar doesn't really "lock" into place. I've noticed that it more or less fits into place with the weight of my cat. It will not fall apart when your pet jumps in and out as I've had no problems with it and my cat is 16 lbs.
280041
Odds are that a cat could jump over this gate - they're pretty agile creatures. A dog seriously interested in getting to the "treat" box could probably knock down the gate as well...it's sturdy, and generally does the job of defining territory, but I wouldn't trust it for a dog on a mission...
1882232
I think most cats would be able to sneak through the bottom corners. The opening on the bottom corners is a little bit wider. Also, all cats I've ever owned could probably jump over this gate.
1726914
This really would not work for pets that way, but cats tend to have a higher vertical clearance than most dogs. So your cat may be able to just jump over the gate, unless you have a big dog.