Dog/Cat Door
Looking for a way for your pets to come and go as they please? We offer pet flaps for double-glazed glass units, giving your furry friends easy access to your home and yard.
Our wide range of opening styles are custom designed and made for your home and needs in mind.
The Pitter Patter of Little Paws
We offer two brands, DogMate in white and Aussie Pet Doors in white or black.
DogMate
DogMate pet doors are available only in white. The smallest size has locking tabs for inside-only access, outside-only access, or completely locked. It features a robust construction, security locking panel, silent action weatherproof flap with a vision panel, along with a lightweight flap for cats or small dogs. The flap is draught and weatherproof with a magnetic closure and rainproof seal.
Compatibility: Hinged doors, fixed windows, tilt & slide.
Not Available: Laminated glass.
Aussie Pet Doors
Aussie Pet Doors has locking tabs that can be engaged when you need to lock the flap shut. The frame is thinner, making it compatible with Smart Slide doors, and it is also available in black or white.
Multipurpose dog doors fit any door type, including sliding doors and windows. Two magnets hold the flap in place against strong winds, while a full brush weather seal prevents draughts.
Compatibility: Smart slides, hinged doors, fixed windows, tilt & slide.
Not Available: Laminated glass.
How to Measure Your Dog
To measure your dog for a door, measure their height and width. For width, measure from shoulder to shoulder at the widest point, excluding any extra centimeters for fluffy fur as it will fold in as they move through the door.
To measure your dog’s height, have them stand straight and locate the tallest point on their back, between the shoulder blades (withers). Measure from this point to the floor.
Pet doors should have a clearance of 3.8 to 5 cm above a dog’s back to prevent injury, stress-related problems, and premature wear and tear.
Measure the step-over rise when installing a pet door. The step-over rise is the distance between the ground and the bottom of the flap. Ensure that it is low enough for your dog to pass through easily. This is particularly important for older dogs or those with mobility issues. It is recommended that the step-over should be at least 7.6 centimeters, but no more than one-third of your pet’s height. If the ground outside is lower than the indoor floor, install the door lower and choose a taller one.
To ensure you get the correct sized door for your pet, you can create a cardboard cutout of the flap opening and test which size your pet is most comfortable using. Ideally, your dog should be able to walk through the door without having to jump or crouch too much. Also, ensure that no part of your dog’s body hits the top of the flap as they enter or exit through the door.
Sizes
Small
Suitable for Cats, Smaller Maltese Shitzu, Miniature Dachshunds, toy and teacup breeds.
DogMate
Flap Size: 190mm h x 180mm w. Glass Cut out: 224mm w x 260mm h
Aussie Pet Doors
Flap size: 240mm h x 175mm w. Glass Cut out: 335mm h x 263mm w
Medium
Suitable for Cavoodles/Moodles, Smaller Staffies, Maltese Shitzu, Cavaliers, Japanese Spitz, Boston Terriers, and West Highland Terriers.Â
DogMate
Flap Size: 290mm h x 225mm w. Glass Cut out: 377mm h x 262mm w
Aussie Pet Doors
Flap Size: 290mm h x 225mm w. Glass Cut out: 377mm h x 262mm w
Large
Ideally suits: Collies, Larger Staffies, Groodles, Labradors, British Bulldogs, Golden Retrievers, German Shepards, Whippets, Boxers.
DogMate
Flap Size: 375mm h x 300mm w. Glass Cut out: 441mm h x 347mm w
Aussie Pet DoorsFlap size: 425mm h x 295mm w. Glass Cut out: 475mm h x 340mm w
Standard Cutout Heights
Bottom of Glass
Cutout is placed at the bottom of the glass so that the pet flap sits on the uPVC frame. Perfect for smaller and shorter pets.
Roughly brings the flap 90mm from the floor.
75mm
75mm from the bottom of the glass, the glass sits around 40mm into the uPVC frame making it approximately 115mm from the floor.
100mm
100mm from the bottom of the glass allows a comfortable step over for medium to tall dog heights. Flap is approx. 140m from the floor.
Custom cutout heights are available above 75mm.
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