Pet Topics

Families with cats often install a cat door for their beloved pets. This type of door for one’s feline friend is also called a cat flap. Ideally, the cat will come in and out of the cat flap on its own will. These doors have been improved greatly from the time they were invented. These days, pet doors are framed with sturdy and versatile plastic or wood. The doors will, of course, resist any wear caused by the cat going through 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 breeds, like the maine coon cat, are larger than average and others are small enough that they lack the strength to push a heavy door. Regardless of the door, the frame should be easily installed, yet resistant enough to last during different types of weather.

Some cat doors are built in glass while others are installed through walls. Obviously, the size and material of the door should be comfortable to the cat’s size and strength.

Electric or Magnetic

These doors were designed to work in coordination with the cat. Some doors can detect the approach of the cat through the electronic collar that it’s wearing. This gives the advantage of allowing only the cat that’s wearing the collar to go inside the house. This is very beneficial if the cat’s being chased by dogs or by other cats. However, if the collar breaks down, the cat is stuck outside (or inside) until the owner opens the door for it. Other doors open when a sensor senses the presence of a cat. There are some limits on what these doors can do, so you should really get complete information on them before you buy one.