I have a Giant Schnauzer and an 11 pound miniature Schnauzer, would my miniature be able to open the flap to go in and out?
484611
Yea, once your he/she sees the bigger dog go in and out the minature will learn quickly. Treats help
484612
My little mix breed (18 lbs and short) maneuvers it just fine. she kind of has to hop in vs the big dog but its worked out great !
484613
The flap itself is not difficult to open...but the opening is a good 8" off the ground. I don't know how small a mini schnauzer is, but if you think he/she could not hurdle over that you may want to consider one closer to the ground
1239450
I think as long as it's the same size you should be able to. It has screws to take out the flap.
1380453
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.
1863529
I have a small dog, 12 lbs. and about 3 years old. He has no problem. I also have an older cat - 13 years old and he has no problems with the flap either. This is a great product. Installation was a little bit of a challenge. I called it quality time with my husband. PS - We are still married.
2069987
for a 46 lb dog I would probably get the original full size. I have seen the mini and the original size. I could not place my 30-35 lb dog into the mini from the back because the back opening is pretty small, and the front opening was awkward for me. once she was in it, it was fine but vertically it was a tight fit if I were to close the top zipper. if your dog would walk on his/her own into the back opening of the mini it could work, depending on your dog's height. the original is large though, so be sure to take the measurements into consideration for your space, and the dog.
201275
The opening for the flap is 8.25" high 5.5" wide with a riser of 1.5" I have a 5 pound dog and she navigates through the door perfectly.
1545491
Yes! When my dog wants to go out the flapper opens out. On the contrary if my dog wants to go in the flapper opens in. So it appears that you win twice. It's like a double win. Win! Win!
699675
It should work. I have a very strong 20 pound schnauzer who has mastered opening cabinets. It's a very sturdy gate and latch would be difficult if not impossible for a dog to open. Very easy to install. Good luck
1319674
I have a 35 lb dog that I got the door for, but she had puppies and we kept one and at 7 weeks ol the puppy could push the flap and go out and she wasn't even 4 lbs yet or very coordinated so I would say your chihuahua should have no problem!
1401573
I have 25lbs Shiba Inus. They have to duck a little but have no problem getting through. CAUTION: This door is more narrow than others by 1" or more. If your dog has broad shoulders or a barrel belly it might not be the best choice.
1667202
Yes, the top zips shut as do the doors. However, I have 2 miniature schnauzer pups and somehow they have managed to get out without damaging the door! I guess they are little Houdinis who figured out how to unzip!! I even tried fastening the door zippers together with a twist tie and they still got out!! Tried video-ing them to see if I could catch them in the act but they did not cooperate!! Two little dickens!!!
1899449
The flap is 11 1/2 inches by 14 1/2. My bloodhound, who weighs over 100 lbs, can get in the door easily.
460936
Maybe, my schnauzer is 25 to 30 lbs and he fits in it. It stretches out with him pretty well and he likes that it has a cover on it.;)it just depend on what kind of dog you have and if he or she doesn't fit just send it back;)
1723073
The larger of the two doors made by this company has a flap opening approx. 7 inches wide and 8 inches tall. It is designed for large cats or small dogs. I am not aware of a model that would accommodate medium to large size dogs.
582599
My 75 lb lab doesn't go speeding thru, sometimes he has a quick step if he rushes thru. Also the door is raised a bit so dogs will have to step up, think dogs will naturally adapt to how & what speed they go thru. I love the 2 flaps, less flimsy & more durable.
1321046
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.
1380452
Yes. My German Shepard now weighs 95 pounds and is a big boy in heighth too and he has no trouble getting through the door. He uses it multiple times daily.