Does this work for pets? The cat doorbells r expensive and cheaply made. If yes, how can I fix the angle to avoid human or door detection movements.
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This detects squirrels on the front porch, so I would expect it would work for cats. The detector can be mounted and masked to detect motion only in a particular area.
490855
I haven't tried that but I can't imagine why it wouldn't. The lens part is movable to some degree but, depending on your situation, you can just sit the unit in or on something without wall mounting it. I sit one on the nightstand in the bedroom of an aged relative. If he needs help in the night, he just waves his hand beside the bed and it sets off my chime unit. Hope this is helpful.
490856
I tried this as a cat doorbell, but the alarm tone module was very inflexible. I ended up resorting to X10.
1188114
I do not believe it would be set off by cats. I believe that you can swivel the unit in the direction you wish once it is mounted. We really are thrilled with our Dakota Alert. It is mounted on a tree next to the very long, curved driveway and it warns us of anyone approaching. If a person walks by or any type of wildlife, the "chime" goes off but this is not a problem for us.
911053
It should detect a cat moving in the field of view, since it is really sensitive. It can only detect motion, not determine what size the object is.
1713454
It is adjustable for motion sensitivity and where the motion sensor is facing. It will pick up animals. Our neighbors cat trips ours sometimes.
393381
I had the same problem, what I noticed about this unite unlike a watch dog unit I have the motion detecting part is opposite the speaker, so when I turn it around it worked perfect, also for best use it needs to be about 2 or 3 feet from door or wall or whatever . I hope this helps because that,s all I have. good luck Rita O.
2199641
I would say if your cat doesn't jump high it would work great! I have 2 smaller dogs and I use it as a separator for the family room and dining area. The door works fantastic to go through.
438261
I have not tried it with my cats because they don't scratch the door. However, I do think it is worth a try, the cost is so low and the benefits are great if it does work.
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My experience is that the motion detection device is poorly engineered and takes EXCESSIVE motion (waving arms, walking 3 feet in front) to activate device. We use it for our cat waterer (he likes running water) and he is completely unable to activate it with his smaller body size.
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Nope. My cat caught on how to use the door faster than one of my dogs. I like that, but if you have a strictly indoor cat, it won't work.
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Yes, it beeps faster when it is pointed towards the cat. it should work very well fora blind person, I should think. The only problem that I have had is when I have had to change the batteries, I have had a terrible problem getting it working again.
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.
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Have never used it for a cat, but if he/she goes on pads I would think this would help keep your floor protected. There is a "Housebreaking Spray" to spray to attract a dog. I wonder if it would help let your cat adjust to the pad being on the tray if needed. Not sure the spray is for cats. Hope it works for you!
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I think it would work for that. The cats are nimble and light on their feet, so they don't set it off. A dog should cause a lot more vibration moving around. Just be sure to remember to turn it off before you sit down to the table yourself. It can get annoying.
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Motion sensors are not too sensitive, specially in the case of small pets. Try factory setting first, it should work fine.
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It will work if your dog is wearing the magnet on his or her collar and you have it on that mode. I do not have a cat but I thought it would be a good idea to keep out unwanted critters. There is one problem with this. This door uses batteries to operate the door lock. When your dog who is wearing the magnet key approaches the door it engages the batteries to open the door. This runs your batteries down fairly quickly. You may be replacing them every other week. If your cat is not that bold and won't push on the door to get out then you can leave it unlocked all the time. There are powerful magnets that hold the door shut. I haven't had any unwanted guest so far. It will work if your dog is wearing the magnet on his or her collar and you have it on that mode. I do not have a cat but I thought it would be a good idea to keep out unwanted critters. There is one problem with this. This door uses batteries to operate the door lock. When your dog who is wearing the magnet key approaches the door it engages the batteries to open the door. This runs your batteries down fairly quickly. You may be replacing them every other week. If your cat is not that bold and won't push on the door to get out then you can leave it unlocked all the time. There are powerful... » Read More It will work if your dog is wearing the magnet on his or her collar and you have it on that mode. I do not have a cat but I thought it would be a good idea to keep out unwanted critters. There is one problem with this. This door uses batteries to operate the door lock. When your dog who is wearing the magnet key approaches the door it engages the batteries to open the door. This runs your batteries down fairly quickly. You may be replacing them every other week. If your cat is not that bold and won't push on the door to get out then you can leave it unlocked all the time. There are powerful magnets that hold the door shut. I haven't had any unwanted guest so far. « Show Less
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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!
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The hou8se works very well for 1 cat, I would not recommend it for 2. However you may contact the builder, I believe he has bigger units