The Dog Door That Gave My Pack (and My Cat) Freedom 🚪

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This is one of my dog doors. And honestly? Life changing. 🙌

Potty breaks on their schedule, not mine. No more "let me out, let me in, let me out." Hahaha. 😂

My biggest dog is around 35 lbs and goes through it just fine.

But the one who loves it the MOST? Stevie. My cat. 🐱 He's an inside-outside guy, over 10, and he struts through that flap like he paid for it. (I paid for it, Stevie.)

My pick

PetSafe Plastic Dog & Cat Door, Medium

• Medium size, for pets up to 40 lb.
• Flap opening about 8 1/8" W x 12 1/4" H.
• A snap-on closing panel to lock it at night or keep stray critters out.
• Paintable frame to match your door. 🎨
• Fits interior or exterior wood, PVC, metal, and paneled doors 1/16" to 2" thick.
• Comes in other sizes too.

The honest part

• Install? I can't speak to it. I paid someone. 😂 It didn't take him long, though. It comes with a cutting template and step-by-step instructions.
• Check the size chart for YOUR pet. Measure their height and width. PetSafe says to mark your pet's shoulder height on the door when placing it.
• A dog door is only as good as your fence. Mine has its moments. See how I fix the gaps under my fence.
• Lock it when you need to. At night, or anytime you don't want visitors of the wild kind. 🦝
• Plastic flaps wear out with heavy use. Replacement flaps are sold separately.

Real facts, no fluff

• PetSafe lists this medium door for pets up to 40 lb with an 8 1/8" x 12 1/4" flap opening. It says to mark your pet's shoulder height on the door to place it. (PetSafe listing on Amazon)
• The AVMA says ID tags with current info and a registered microchip improve the chances of getting your pet back if they get out. (AVMA)

Vet note: I'm not a vet, and this isn't vet advice. Outdoor access means more exposure to ticks, fleas, and critters, so ask your vet about parasite prevention.