Could a house cat open this door? I am hoping to install to an exterrior patio and want all my cats as well as my great dane to be able to use it.
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Unfortunately yes they can. My 13lb cat pushes his way out all the time. My other cat is not willing to push through but with enough time she will pull both flaps open.
944065
MY 3 cats are indoor cats and the pet door is in a closed in porch where the cats don't go in. The plastic is rather heavy but 3 of my dogs are 8 to 9 pounds and they go thru just fine. This was the best purchase I made this year. My other 2 dog weigh 80 to 115 pounds and have plenty of room with door.
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Sorry but my opinion is no...This particular door has two flaps also. I have two indoor dogs a Big 89 pound Weimaraner and a 13 pound Yorkie and the Yorkie will not use it, too intimidated to him, he is scared of it and will not even try to push it in (We have tried everything treats on the other side etc.) Just not so sure if a cat will do it either. My Weim uses the door all the time, it's perfect for him! Good Luck! Wish I could get my husband to let me get a small doggie door for my Yorkie LOL!!
944067
Yes I think a cat can open the door as the magnets are not too overpowering. My cat went in and out of our old dog door and it was more difficult to go through. This door should not be a problem for your kitties!
944068
I am pretty sure a cat would be able to; the magnets are not that strong and the wind sometimes opens both flaps. Training the cat would be a different story :)
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.
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.
2179361
You bet! I love my sure flap MC door for my 13 lb cat. It can bet programmed to let them in, and locked outbound...and vice versa. This is my second purchase of this brand door for my cat. I originally purchased the small one and soon my tabby boy grew to 12 lbs and 6 mos ago purchased the larger size. Highly recommend.
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I don't own a cat but the doors open easiy. I have the large door which fits my 80 pound golden retriever. You could probably use a medium or smaller which may even be easier to open. It's a high quality door and I highly recommend it. I had Pet Safe flap doors in the past and was disappointed.
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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.
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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.
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Possibly. Mine was too rigid for y pets to feel comfortable using and when it got windy it flew open. I prefer the pliable version of these doors.
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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.
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I have the same problem but cats vs dogs, I will order this and try it on the top of door but move it closer to the hinge side to open up the door more, I'll let you know the resultsFrankOk, I installed on the top edge of the door about midway, it works fine to allow cats to their box. You have to be tall enough to unlatch when you enter though and overall it seems easy to break if you forget to unlatch, I wish it was stronger.
932299
This is a big door opening for a cat. I use it for my 80lb golden retrievers. I would look for a smaller door opening that will be easier for the cat.
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I think my SureFlap door would click open when my cat put his head about 2 inches from the door. And no, I never had any problems with it not opening. But mine is in the trash because the raccoons kept going thru it to get to the cat's food and after awhile the cat wouldn't use it any more. Be sure to get the raccoon-proof model, if you buy it! It was a good idea but mine turned out to be a waste if money.
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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.
147071
No, if a small dog can go through it and a small baby then a cat will be able to go through the door unless it is locked with the locking partition.
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I house/pet sit and bring my cat with me. I bought this gate to keep her from the house pets, sometimes cats, sometimes dogs. I LOVE this gate. It is the best height for safety. The mesh screening is small enough so a cat couldn't stick a paw thru, but if you are introducing cats, they can still eyeball each other. It also is secure in mounting b/c it has many grooves to adjust the gate to exactly the width you need. I feel my cat is very safe with this gate. Plus it's very sturdy. Good luck with your intro!
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I guess it would depend on if the cat was strong enough to push the flap open and get the food. I have a small-medium cat, and in my opinion, this wouldn't work for her. Sorry. Maybe you could prop the door open for the cat.
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I don't know Patricia. I had an outside cat patio and cat walk installed and we put the cat door in a special screen made with wood framing around it. Also, the plastic door is kind of heavy & my cat's not thrilled with it. It works, but it's not what I thought it would be. I'm sorry........
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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