How close does the cat need to be to the door for the tag to work? Sometimes my cats stay near the door if there are intruder animals like racoons.
1949382
My cats have to have their head pushing on the door for it to work. I have never had a racoon get past this door.
1949383
Whether you want the door to read your cat's microchip or a Cat Mate electronic tag, your cat needs to be climbing into the outside portion of the tunnel and just about pushing on the actual door.
1949384
The cat needs to stick it's head in the door and push on it. At that point a whirring sounds happens as the locks disengage. Then the cat has a few seconds to push again and go through the door. I have never seen the door unlock without the cat pushing on the door first. No racoons have entered my house since I put in the door. In fact they have stopped coming around now that they can't get in. I also clean the door and the surrounding area with 409 periodically to alleviate any lingering smell. Hope this helps
1949385
They have to stick their head in with the intention of pushing on the door. Just standing near will not open it.
1798756
I don't know if a cat would use it as I don't have cats and don't know their behaviors or habits. My dogs and dogs that regularly visit my home are 84 lbs, 78 lbs and 22 lbs and all of them use the dog door that we installed in the wall. We've not had any problems of unwanted critters entering through the door. We've been very pleased with this product.
424435
Probably... but that isn't a bad thing since if it were a real dog your cat would probably set him/her off too. Ours is situated in an area and when we pass it barks, but I don'[t mind since a real dog might too. If you put it where your animal doesn't go then it should not be an issue..there is a limit to the range. Also I saw where someone put a metal plate behind it so it would not pick up movement inside their house. That's an option.
1358821
You would have to reach around the open door to set the Jammer... I think that most cats would be able to get through a space large enough for you to fit your arm through so I don't think it would work.
2213671
It has got the racoons stumped for last two years not even one has made it in. The door locks very quickly after our cat goes through so raccoons can not follower her in. Very satisfied.
379210
I had a cat and it didn't bother her at all. I watched her for the first few days but she still snuggle up on the rug next to where it was (she had freedom to roam 3 floors so didnt have to!). Didn't seem to bother her at all. I don't know how ferrets and birds hear though.
1960575
I have mine installed in a small walk-in (6 ft x 5 ft) closet and my 10 lb cat triggers it all the time, kind of annoying when it happens at 1 am. I just close the door to preven this from happening.
217026
I have 4 cats that use the door(s) in our house numerous times a day and I have never heard or seen them be at all bothered by the door falling on their tails. So I would have to assume that it really doesn't bother them at all.
725800
If you want the dog to go out but not the cats, better to buy a selective flap door for dogs, not for cats. If you don't want to let the cats out you just don't use the magnetic or electronic collar on the cats, only the dog's. If the door is going to be used by a dog, there are special doors designed for dogs. Yet, you should rethink your intentions... remember that the cats are too much more independent than dogs. Unless you are afraid that the cats are going to get lost or robbed, consider letting your cats to take a walk around. Is good for them. Good luck!
635002
I found that these were very disapointing as it was quite easy for the cat to walk out of range. Inf act, it seemed liked hey only worked if you were within about 50 feet. However, I do not think you will need a separate located as each tag is programmable
888666
i would say no, because it works with a sensor and if you will have a door between a can and this device, how it will sens a cat?
934423
I have two of these and while I don't know the exact size of the doors, I do know that they are the same on both sides. I don't have raccoons where I'm at, but I'm guessing that they would have a harder time getting in do to their width. Our largest cat is 16 lbs and he can get in, but it's more of a struggle for him.
1019690
A mouse would have to be able to jump, hit the door and get in at the same time. Somewhat doubtful particularly if there is a cat on the other side. A raccoon or opposum could get in if it was not too big. Mine are located in doors leading into my tack/feed room and my shop. I've had coons get in but no other animals. They do lock so you could lock it closed if your cat was in for the night.
1520295
Probably would depend on what size door you would get. I installed the LARGE size and our cat (on the small size) has not been able to get through it. A 15 lb cat may be able to though. The bigger the door size the more magnets so a smaller door (beagle size?) may not be a problem for a such size cat.
1757504
I think the metal door affects the signal emitted from the microchip in the cat, for some reason. We just bought the adpater but have not installed it yet. Our cat will be in for a little surprise, as she has gotten used to zipping through the door door at lightening speed! :) Have no idea if the adapter will allow the microchip to work, but that's what the directions said, once we opened the sure flap and realized it wasn't working. My husband is going to install today, and once we see what happens, I will revise my review. Keep your fingers crossed!
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.
844660
Door may be too big for a cat, took awhile for my 30lb dogs to figure out how to work the double flap door. Now that they aren't scared of it anymore it works great!