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Cat Door Basics

 

A cat door is often installed in a home with a cat. Some people call these cat flaps. Ideally, the cat will come in and out of the cat door on its own will. These pet openings have come along way since they were initially tried and tested. They are framed with resistant plastic or wood. The doors will resist wear and tear caused by the animal using them. These are important points when buying or considering different cat doors.

Size and Form

The size and build of the feline should be considered when buying a cat flap. Some cats are larger than most while others seem quite finely boned that they cannot actually push open a heavy cat door. Regardless of the door, the frame should be easily installed, yet resistant enough to last during different types of weather.

The material of the door can be more flexible, with some even being made in glass. Obviously, the size and material of the door should be comfortable to the cat's size and strength.

Electronic Or Magnetic

These doors were designed to work in coordination with the cat. Some doors can sense the presence of the cat through a "key" attached to its collar. This means that the cat wearing the collar will be the only cat that can go inside or outside the house. It can save the cat's life if it's being chased by dogs or children. However, if the collar breaks down, the cat is stuck outside (or inside) until the owner opens the door for it. Other types of cat doors detect the animal and not the collar that it's wearing. There are limitations to the size of the animal that the sensor may detect.

A cat door is a very practical idea. This will let the cat come and go by itself. You can even get a cat flap that will open only for your cat.

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