Instructions
Measure and weigh your dog. Various sizes are available based on height and weight of your pet.
Decide where you want to install it. Doors can be put in French, fiberglass, glass or wood doors and even in walls and windows. Different types and shapes of doors are required based on the area in which it will be installed.
Choose a manual or an electronic operated one. Manual ones come with a single or double flap in which your pet simply walks in or out. An electronic one opens when an animal with the designated collar gets close enough to set it off and allows him to go through the door.
Shop around to see where you want to buy it. Visit local pet or hardware stores to examine the doors and ask questions. You man find better priced doors and a larger selection on the Internet.
Look for reviews of dog doors. Consumers who have bought and installed them will have great advice and could save you from a buying the wrong type. Professional reviews are also always available. Many websites offer their own reviews of dog doors, including the pros and cons of each door.
Decide if you need to consider a custom made dog door. If your pet is an exceptionally large breed or has certain limitations in mobility, then look at the alternatives. Also, if you have an existing hole that you don't want to increase, then you may need to buy a custom one.
How to Buy a Dog Door
Indoor dogs often like to visit the backyard during times that maybe inconvenient for you. Make life easier and keep your pet happy by getting a dog door installed. Learn how to buy the best dog door for your active four legged friend.