Has anyone installed this door when owning two dogs of vastly different heights? (Corgi & Lab for example) What height did you install the door at?
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They recommend that the bottom of the opening is at least 1 inch below your shortest dog's belly and the top 1 inch above your tallest dogs back. I have a medium (australian cattle/pitt) and a large dog (lab) and the large door works just fine (barely met the recommended height range). If one of your dogs is really small you will have to install it low so that they can manage to get out. I guess the lab may possibly be able to use it with low install (by ducking down maybe) but it would probably not be comfortable. You may need a different door with a larger total opening.
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When I installed this door I had a Bullmastiff mix (90+ lbs.) a Bichon (11 lbs.) and a Shih Tzu (15 lbs.) The ShihTzu has since passed but she had no problem using it until the day she died. The bottom of the door is 10 inches from the floor. None of the dogs have ever had a problem using it at all. The little ones have to hop up a little but that's not nearly as high as getting on the couch or bed.
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If the door has no restrictions, I think the large would be good. (mine was 16 in high) and my dogs are taller. The less a dog has to duck or stoop, the better.
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We have 3 dogs and this becomes the doggie door in the summer. No way to shorten from the bottom.That part is weighted. In the past we have just rolled it around the support tension bar at the top. Hope that helps
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I had the same problem with an older crate. You will need to tell them whether your door is "old style" (flat across the top and bottom) or "new style" (straight on the sides and arced on the top and bottom). I called them (1 (877) 738-6283) and was directed to Karen Brevard. She was extremely helpful and very nice. Her e-mail is kbrevard@petmate.com. For one of mine, I needed to e-mail a picture to be sure to get the right size. I'm sure she will be able to tell you the correct door to order.
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The solid piece at the bottom of my door is 4" and the dogs (cockers) have no trouble at all going over it. The width of my door is 13.5". I wish I had bought it sooner!
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height is not as much as an issue as width. As long as you do not have a dog who's head or body is wider than the width they will fit! We have smaller yorkie's and a Lhasa Apso who's about 13 inches in height that can all fit through the door.
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2 inches between the bars. You might have an issue with the ends depending on the width of your door. Best gate for chihuahuas!
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The dog door comes in two halves - one for each side of your door. The two haves are connected by bolts that are long enough to go through any door (I think read 4 inch maximum thickness but no longer have the mounting instructions). The excess length of the bolts gets snipped off when you're done with installation. The minimum thickness is just over an inch.
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We have miniature schnauzers who have no trouble at all--even the blind older one. The inside opening ended up about 4 inches above the floor level but outsidedrops down a little more due to a step. I hope this will help you. We really love this double door!
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I have 3 large cats (from the ground to highest point of back is about 12-13 inches) that all use the door just fine. It's a little bit of a tight fit, but they don't seem overly bothered by it. My small dog, who is more barrel chested and less flexible is also able to use the door (she's about the same size as the cats), if a little less gracefully.
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I agree with other contact, the frame of the door is the same thinkness as a standard door. You could check with the manufacturer, they have great customer service, to see if they have a modifier that might allow it to work, great door, gets a lot of use with my 3 dogs.
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Larger dogs. I have a 75 lb lab and a 40 lb mutt and they both love the ability to use the door.
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I just took mine outside to test it on a Chevy Equinox crossover. The door opened wide enough, but just barely. The ramp is not as tall as the seats and there was a gap where my pet would have to jump across, too wide to be able to just step over. My largest pet is a pug, so you may not have that problem. Also something to consider is the way you'll modify the slick carpeting on the ramp. Mine has indoor/outdoor carpeting and I can no longer fold it.
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I have an ex large and my pit bull who is considerably shorter scrapes the top with his back sometimes. Sadly I don't think this pet door will be big enough.
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I have 2 English Mastiff's that use the door and I would say it could be slightly bigger for them, but for a Golden it should work well.
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Hello there, I'm not familiar with the dog breed you have, but I can tell you of my own experiences with these items. I own the 32" fence, and I own 2 of the 40" fences. I use the smaller one inside to house a 4pd Yorkie puppy. I have it set up in my laundry room, and it works wonderful !!! Within the play area I have a crate for Bella to sleep in, I have her food and water bowls, and behind the crate I have a UGO potty pad. Everything fits nicely and well contained. Bella is very small and isn't expected to get much bigger. This is her bedroom and she feels very safe and secure in there. Now the 40" fence I use for my 2 outside dogs. Molly, a female terrier mix about 15 Pds and Bailey a chaweenie about 9pds. I use this fence to block them from certain areas, works great. It's a easy and well made product to put together. It's a very affordable option to a permanent investment. I take it down and move it around often and it's never a problem. I also have a pool and it helps with that too. If your dog is gonna be a jumper the 40" might better. I love both heights for the purpose they serve. Hope this helps
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My dog is that height and 27# and "flies" through the door at full speed. He is a miniature schnauzer. He has not taken it easy with this door at all and it still shuts perfect every time. I have two miniature schnauzers, the second being a bit smaller. She is just as rough on the door. Worth every penny.