Some cat owners decide to install a cat door in their homes. This type of
door is also known as a cat flap. The idea of a cat door is to let a car come in
and out without the owner opening the door. These pet openings have come along
way since they were initially tried and tested. 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. Durability and sturdiness are
important when considering getting a cat door.
Size and Form
The size and build of the feline should be considered when buying a cat flap.
Some breeds, like the American maine coon cat, are too big for some doors, while
small breeds might not be able to push open some doors due to lack of strength.
The frame that accommodates the door for the cat should be made of strong
material in order to last several years and withstand outside factors such as
prying and banging.
The material of the door can be more flexible, with some even being made in
glass. Of course, both the door and the frame should be appropriate to the size
and the strength of the cat.
Electronic or Magnet-based
These doors were designed to work in coordination with the cat. Some of these
doors can detect the presence of the cat through the collar it's wearing. This
gives the advantage of allowing only the cat that's wearing the collar to go
inside the house. This is a safety feature for cats that are chased by children,
dogs, or other cats. The disadvantage to this is that if the "key" gets lost,
the pet is left out on its own until such time that its owner wonders where it
could be. In other types of doors, the trap will open by detecting the presence
of the cat itself, and not a collar. 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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