Would a cat be able to jump over/jump onto this gate? I need it to keep the dogs out of the cat litter area since they think it's their treat buffet
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...
2081630
Our home only has a wood deck, which overlooks the water, so the only thing I can see if you were to place this on the grass, is the cat might be able to sneek under and get loose or the wind, might lift this unit high enough, so the cat can escape??
21456
Yes it will work. But, I found out some of my cats can go thru. and others can jump it. Dogs respect it.
28957
There are 2 pieces of plastic about 2" long with a lip on the end, if you want to stop dog or cat from going in or out you slide them in the slot on the bottom of the door. There is one slot on each side of the door if you don't have them you could find or make something to work in place of them.
1143717
cat would not be able to fit thru bars. But it certainly can jump the gate!
2175155
I'm going to say no for a couple reasons: 1) Its field of vision is very small and unpredictable. At best (maybe when the lighting is best?), ours only detects motion up to around 18" away; most of the time it's less reliable, and frequently doesn't detect motion 6" away from the sensor. I wouldn't rely on this sensor for anything important. 2) The exterior of the top does not appear to be weather-proofed. I could imagine water entry breaking it easily. We have a cat-jumping-over-gates problem and solved it with string. Our cat can jump up and land on top of a sturdy gate, even though it's narrow; but if we tie a mostly taut string across the space about 2" above the top of the gate, the cat is afraid to try the jump. The string (floss, actually) is too narrow for it to land and balance on comfortably, and too close to the gate for the cat to ignore, so it gives up.
2202694
I don't exactly know what you mean but mine is on top of a small table so that my dog can't get to it. As long as there is enough room for them to sit around it and eat it should be fine. Mine move it around a little but the 2x3 foot table is plenty of room. I am using the cat version by the way NOT dog.
371975
It would depend on the size of the dog, really. A small to medium dog would be able to put their head right in. You MIGHT be able to set something heavy on the top and keep a large dog from getting into it. We have an (extra tall) baby gate up at the entrance to the room the cat stuff is in, and it keeps the dog out of the room- which is the ONLY way I have ever been able to keep any dog out of the cat box.
1895971
Unfortunately yes. I purchased this for my rescue group. If this was just a scratching post I would recommend it, but as we all know cats love to jump. The first time one of my rescues jumped up onto it, it fell right over, and he wasn't one of my biggest ones, only 11 pounds. As a scratching post only it's okay and is high, but if you cat like most enjoys being up high not only will this tip over the surface is slick. I actually bought at the same time the seat cushion that went on top of it. All 4 of the tiny Velcro tabs that held the cushion to the wood piece fell off within a week. Even more dangerous the only thing that keeps the cushion with the plastic piece seat on the top are two tiny, very flexible, plastic tabs that look like what you would use to hold a picture in place. I would suggest something else I tried to save it by using stronger glue, adding weight to the bottom, and nothing worked. And frankly for the outrageous amount of money they want for this and the seat I shouldn't have had to fix it. How this passed safety testing is beyond me, frankly I'm sending in a complaint for the safety trial records to be checked- it's that dangerous. Hope that helps, ~Beth, 'Running A'Muck to the Recue!' founder.
1869576
I purchased this gate for two older (over 10 yrs old) pugs (shorter dog). I would say jumpy dogs would not be able to knock it over, but I would bet they'd try to jump over it. It's not very high. It does not attach to the walls.
1991014
if it is a small dog and you get the largest cat door, but how will the dog get down from the window? I have a table outside the window and the cats jump down from the table but I don't think a dog would jump that far. I guess you could put a ramp outside the window and train the dog to go down it. How big is your dog?
418117
Mine is at the top of our main staircase and the dogs don't attempt to pass it, they won't even touch it. So to answer your question; I don't know what it would do under the weight of a large dog. My 70lb guy won't jump up it, but if he did, it would not easily topple over as it is quite sturdy. At first, I thought that I might have to zip tie the gate in place to to the stair rail, but it is heavy enough to stay in place as we open and close the gate. I'd buy another one if I needed it.
1697332
I am not sure. I guess it would depend on if your cat climbs or would be able to jump over it.
1276043
No cat would jump up on this and sit to use as toilet. Tall, would tip. Look for those special toilet seats to train your cat to use toilet. This is just a hamper to put clumps of poo into!
82585
My kittens fit through but my bigger cats jump over. I bought it to keep the dogs from eating the cat food.
1869575
It is FREE STANDING and does not attach. Yes it could be jumped, but stands with a zig zag. It could be knocked over, but not as easy as a straight gate unattached. If they know how to jump they may be able to clear it.
810225
I have a dog and cat that I have to keep separated. The tall gate - he can go over but I needed something to block off the hallway - so I got this gate and added the bug off mesh screen for door ways - I have it hanging from the ceiling and it ends about 1 foot from the floor - I keep it on the side the cat is on and the ONE time he tried to jump/climb it - he got half up way and then went oh no and fell backwards (safely landing of course!). He hasn't tried to get over it and its easy to get thru because I got the sliding glass door one that has a center opening. Its not pretty but it keeps my 4 legged kids apart from one another and safe. I have a dog and cat that I have to keep separated. The tall gate - he can go over but I needed something to block off the hallway - so I got this gate and added the bug off mesh screen for door ways - I have it hanging from the ceiling and it ends about 1 foot from the floor - I keep it on the side the cat is on and the ONE time he tried to jump/climb it - he got half up way and then went oh no and fell backwards (safely landing of course!). He hasn't tried to get over it and its easy to get thru because I got the sliding glass door one that has a center opening. Its not pretty but it... » Read More I have a dog and cat that I have to keep separated. The tall gate - he can go over but I needed something to block off the hallway - so I got this gate and added the bug off mesh screen for door ways - I have it hanging from the ceiling and it ends about 1 foot from the floor - I keep it on the side the cat is on and the ONE time he tried to jump/climb it - he got half up way and then went oh no and fell backwards (safely landing of course!). He hasn't tried to get over it and its easy to get thru because I got the sliding glass door one that has a center opening. Its not pretty but it keeps my 4 legged kids apart from one another and safe. « Show Less