Does this magnetic door stay together well enough once installed correctly, that it will keep my cat inside? That is if my cat is not taught to use it
835278
I don't have a cat but personally I think it would be super easy for your cat to push through the screen opening and get out.
835279
Any cat that doesn't figure it out, after watching you push through it for a few days, must really want to stay inside...
835280
Yes it stays closed with out any gaps all the way down. I don't see any reason why it wouldn't keep your fur baby in unless you teach it to push it open.
835281
If the closure is held by magnets, how can a cat get out? I also need a cat-roof screen. Help?
1292525
Yes. You can buy a pack of two magnets that I have done in the past through amazon. Here is the link. Cat Mate Cat Collar Magnets for Electromagnetic DoorsCat Mate (31)
20947
The flap is pretty heavy and held in place magnetically. My cat passed away before we purchased the door, but I couldn't imagine her being able to push through it.
1338466
Is it possible to replace the cat flaps with a pet door that had magnetic cat collar?
944069
Yes. Even though it has 2 fairly heavy magnetic flaps, my house cats get in and out thru it every night. I have 3 large dogs. Honestly best dog door I've owned. Cons: doors are clear so get dirty quickly. Magnets get old and break. We bought new flap replacements after about 5 years. We've had this in our Las Vegas house for 8 years. I would recommend.
711018
there is a little "thunk" as the magnet engages, mostly only noticeable if the house is really quiet. The noise is a little louder if a cat gets silly and races through the door.
607108
I think a cat would be less determined to pull the guard off the door so it may work. I would suggest buying a larger piece of Velcro to put on the sides of the guard instead of just the one that comes with it for the bottom. i did do that put maybe should have tried. I don't have a cat so I'm not sure how they would react with something like that but it was like it was my dogs goal to pull that thing down everyday. and he did.
119315
May be yes for a kitty. The magnet which keeps the door closed can be pushed open easily. I think if a bigger cat crawls under the door it might push the door open instead of crawling through under it.
1378479
How open is it? If the lock is not in the correct setting for your preferred use, it does not completely close. However, if it is open a sizable distance, I would say it is defective. Ask for a replacement. When properly working, it is a really great door. My cats love it and I am pleased with it.
225802
it is not real flappy, but it is not hard, right in the middle. I have 3 male cats, 11, 8 and 4 yrs old. The 11 & 4 yr old it didn't faze them. I have never had one before with a door. The 8 yr old is a bit sensitive, & wasn't sure about it at first but they can all get in and out no problem. I hope this helps you.
1645989
I have cats it holds up to the clawing they do but a dog does a different type of damage. A dog may be able to push it loose but that us more about how the door secures the screen. Works great for cats.
762823
My opinion is if you move the archway up it will show more of the bottom of the door. We have a 11 pound cat that goes through the hole with little effort! Just remove the brush and your cat will fit just fine!
869884
I put it in a metal hollow core door and it works fine for me. I've not had any problem with the magnets.
2215392
The magnetic cat flap is a lot cheaper and is cheaper to replace. I used to get Staywell Cat doors for my cats. Then they went all high tech and with that became more temperamental. I gave up with them eventually and I use Petsmart doors. Another thing the collar magnet doesn't require a magnet. The only reason to go "high tech" is if you are in a neighborhood where everyone has "keyed" doors and you need to keep some tomcat out of the house who would either wise have a key to your door. Nobody in my neighborhood has keyed cat doors. I have two because I have three cats and sometimes I need to quarantine a cat. I've just had trouble with them getting eye infections and I just remove a cats key and viola it can't leave the house. (You need two doors for this). This is the first that I've heard of "infrared cat doors" I googled them and saw Staywell and I hope that it's great. For me it's [Kiss= Keep it simple S]
2278205
it is pretty good at keeping out drafts for as long as the magnet stays strong.... which has been about a year or so for me. I have three cats that are constantly in and out so that could contribute to the life span of the door. I like it and for the price it is darn good but the endurance is reflective of the cost.
2172995
Yes. Absolutely. It is just a fabric door with magnets to keep it together. It is designed for animals to be able to go in and out of without trouble.
1520294
I doubt cats would go for it. The magnets keep the flap pretty secure, so an average cat would need some sure footing and real determination to get through.