How to Make a Giant Breed Dog Door

Dog doors give your beloved pet freedom, and also take the pressure off owners who are too busy to take Fido out for much-needed bathroom breaks. It may be a bit difficult to find a door for extra-large dog breeds, but the good news is that it can be done and doesn't require expensive custom work. In fact, many manufacturers make dog doors for big dogs, and installing one is easy.

Things You'll Need

  • Measuring tape
  • Jigsaw
  • Exterior caulk
  • Drill
  • Pencil
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Instructions

    • 1

      Measure your dog's height (from the top of his shoulder blades to the floor) and width to determine the appropriate size for your dog door.

    • 2

      Remove the door you plan to install the dog door in. Trace the outline of the opening, and cut out the opening for the dog door using a jigsaw.

    • 3

      Spread exterior caulk on the dog door opening's edges, on both the inside and outside. Press the exterior frame of the dog door into the caulk, making sure the dog door's hinge is at the top. Turn the door over, and press the dog door's interior frame into the caulk. Finally, screw the dog door in using its pre-drilled holes.