Would this be usable for a 5 lb. dog? Also can it be installed in a storm door.
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No I don't think so. It is pretty small. My cat is pretty chubby and just squeezes through the door.
1828816
My cat is 16lbs and fits through this door. I don't see your dog having issue with this unless all 5 pounds of your dog is belly.
1828817
My cat is 17 lbs and he fits comfortably through the door. I don't think it can be installed on a storm door.
1828818
Yes, I think it will work with a 5 pound dog. My cats weigh up to 15 pounds and they go through just fine. Also I think it would work with a storm door if there is room for the flap to open between the storm door and the entry door. Thanks
1828819
Yes to both questions......it would be suitable for a very small dog and it can be installed in a storm door
1828820
My cat is 10lb and this fits her, so I would think it would be fine for a small dog. Also, it is installed in my storm door...no gaps or slipping.
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I have a Doberman and it works fine as long as they aren't ACTIVELY trying to get out. The "door" is a little small but it's plenty sturdy for small to big-ish dogs.
590761
Hi, I found this item to be made cheaply?? Like on top there is no safety so I used wired to stop it from maybe caving in. Also it doesn't close very well either, so you may want to use a back up clip. For a 5 lb dog might be fine but, For a few more dollars you can get either a Midwest or another brand. Hope this helps
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I would think so. This is basically a sheet of thickish plastic--sort of like one of those disposable cutting boards. There is a slit where you slip the guard over the door handle. I believe pretty much any door handle will be accommodated. By the way, while this item isn't exactly aesthetically pleasing, it certainly keeps our dog from jumping to reach the doorknob. Good luck!
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It will probably work for a dog that size if you follow the installation instructions and don't install the door too low. It is not so much the dogs over all height that matters, but the size of the dogs body is what determines if it will fit through the door. The idea is to install the door high enough that the dogs body can clear the opening and not have to scrunch down too much either (other than lowering the head). I think the instructions say a minimum of four inches above the ground. You don't want to make the dog drag its belly through the door and you don't want to make the dog scrunch down to get through the door. I installed a smaller door for my fat little spaniel mix, a bit shorter than your dog but probably probably heavier. That door was too narrow. I replaced it with the dogmate medium sized door and she was happy. She is gone now, but my min-pin mix, rat terrier mix and cat all use the same door that I installed for her, even though it is set up too high. They are all young and bounce through the door easily, but I could see it having to be changed or lowered if the have mobility problems when they get older.
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I purchased this door to accommodate a small stray, maybe 8-10lbs, that lives outdoors. I do have a pet, a Ragdoll, approx. 18 lbs. Unfortunately this door would not accommodate him due to his size.
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I'm not sure exactly what you are asking. If you mean whether it is good for keeping the weather out, then yes because it has double flaps. It is very well made. If you mean whether you can install it in a storm door, then no; it is intended to go through walls. Hope that helps.
1672110
I have not tried it, but I think someone could kick it in. If you are worried about an intruder, do not install a dog door.
1238899
I have this door and my 22-23 pound Jack Russell Terriers use it, also my sons Rhodesian Ridgeback mix, who is 70 pounds uses it. He doesn't like to use it going out, but will run right back through it. I have found my door works well for dogs up to 50-60 pounds.
897277
I used this for my security storm door. You need to have a solid door jamb for this to work properly.
125257
This is a hard one to answer. It could be pulled off of a door by a determined dog. It does hold pretty well.
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If the height of your dog is almost 3 feet. The opening of the house is probably going to be the issue. Also, the width will most likely be too narrow for your dog to turn around in. In addition, it may also be too light which may result in wind movement. From the peices that I did receive, it is a quality product that is easy to put together. IT MAY BE WORTH A TRY. Amazon return was wonderful, especially with pick-up from UPS.
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I'm sorry--I'm not sure. I was using it for a cat. I would think though that it could handle an extra 5 pounds. It is very sturdy. Underneath the steps, it is hollow. It has a back you can put on, but inside the steps, it is hollow. I am thinking that if you have any trouble, you could put something inside the steps to help your dog; to make it stronger. You could put a little box of stuff inside to make it sturdier if needed (to bolster the steps.) I hope I am making sense. It is well-made though, so if the manufacturer says it will handle 75 pounds, I really think it can handle 5 more. I hope this helps you! Thanks-Sandra I'm sorry--I'm not sure. I was using it for a cat. I would think though that it could handle an extra 5 pounds. It is very sturdy. Underneath the steps, it is hollow. It has a back you can put on, but inside the steps, it is hollow. I am thinking that if you have any trouble, you could put something inside the steps to help your dog; to make it stronger. You could put a little box of stuff inside to make it sturdier if needed (to bolster the steps.) I hope I am making sense. It is well-made though, so if the manufacturer says it will handle 75 pounds, I really think it can handle 5 more. I... » Read More I'm sorry--I'm not sure. I was using it for a cat. I would think though that it could handle an extra 5 pounds. It is very sturdy. Underneath the steps, it is hollow. It has a back you can put on, but inside the steps, it is hollow. I am thinking that if you have any trouble, you could put something inside the steps to help your dog; to make it stronger. You could put a little box of stuff inside to make it sturdier if needed (to bolster the steps.) I hope I am making sense. It is well-made though, so if the manufacturer says it will handle 75 pounds, I really think it can handle 5 more. I hope this helps you! Thanks-Sandra « Show Less
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There is a doggie door for a small dog to fit through (under 20 pounds) and there is also a latch where the gate disconnects so you can fold it up and that you can walk through.
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There is also a button on the inner side of the "door" system that will open the door. Also, the small opening size of the medium door is just big enough for our 20 lb mini schnauzer. No human could fit through, in my opinion. Location close to bottom of exterior door that it is mounted in also insures that the inner door knob cannot be reached from the outside through the dog door.
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Yes, you would need to cut your storm door, and then run bolts thru the perimeter of the pet door as indicated in my first answer. Should be strong enough though...
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My dog is 65 lbs. and freaks out during thunderstorms and fireworks (if in the area). I have the 61 inch gate enclosure separating a sun room from the kitchen (all windows and no place to hide his head). I saw one attempt to climb over but made him stop, I don't know what he does when I am not home but so far I see no damage to the gate. I am really pleased with it (didn't think it would work, but stronger than I thought). Hope this helps PS: I have always had trouble with tension shower curtain rods. Screw it to your wall it works better!