Dog Gates That Allow Cats

Homes with a mix of cats and dogs can create a house-roaming dilemma. When pet owners want to keep the dog contained but the cat roaming free, a dog gate with a cat door might be the best bet. Sizes and types vary with pet needs; it is important to find the right gate for any given situation -- small cats, big dogs, small dogs, big cats.

  1. Extra Tall, Walk-Thru Gate with Door

    • The Extra Tall, Walk-Thru Gate with Pet Door by Carlson Pet Gates fits the needs of a household with a large dog and any size cat. Though a cat probably won't be able to hop over the gate, which has an up to 46-inch extended height, a small pet door located at the bottom center can be opened for a cat to readily trot through. The small door can also be shut and locked if a pet owner wants the cat to be contained in one room.

    Flexi Extra-Tall, Walk-Thru Gate with Pet Door

    • The Flexi Extra-Tall, Walk-Thru Gate with Pet Door, also by Carlson Pet Gates, covers a larger area than Carlson's Extra Tall, Walk-Thru Gate. It has two extension panels that cover up to 13 feet. It can be placed in a large entryway to contain the dog in larger rooms. There is a small pet door in this all-steel Flexi version, which can be opened for cats to go through. Its 38-inch height is a great option for medium-sized dogs.

    Cat Escape Gates

    • Wooden and constructed for any size specification, Cat Escape Gates will fit perfectly for any containment situation. Buyers can also choose from 31 stain colors, matching just about any hardwood molding. Cat Escape Gates have the cat door located at the bottom center, but do not have a door covering or a door to lock if the cat needs to be contained.

    For Puppies or Small, Toy and Teacup Breeds

    • When the pup is the same size or smaller than the cat, cat doors on dog gates will not work. The tiny dog can rush right through the gate with no problem. The easiest fix is to purchase a small dog gate, such as the small Pet Studio Puppy Gate. At a height of 29 inches, this dog gate will keep the small dog in, but it is small and stable enough to allow a cat to hop right over it.