Some cat owners decide to install a cat door in their homes. This type of door for one’s feline friend is also called a cat flap. Ideally, the cat will come in and out of the cat door on its own will. These pet openings have evolved greatly since the time they were concieved. Their frames are usually made out of plastic or wood. The doors will resist wear and tear caused by the animal using them. There are aspects of an ideal type of cat door which a cat owner should look out for when choosing one.
Size and Form
The size and build of the feline should be considered when buying a cat flap. Some breeds, like the maine coon cat, are larger than average and others are small enough that they lack the strength to push a heavy door. Regardless of the door, the frame should be easily installed, yet resistant enough to last during different types of weather.
The door can be made of other materials, including glass. Obviously, the size and material of the door should be comfortable to the cat’s size and strength.
Electric or Magnetic
These doors were designed to work in coordination with the cat. Some doors can detect the approach of the cat through the electronic collar that it’s wearing. This distinction gives the cat the advantage of being the only cat able to go in and out of the cat door. It can save the cat’s life if it’s being chased by dogs or children. The disadvantage to this is that if the “key” gets lost, the pet is left out on its own until such time that its owner wonders where it could be. Other types of cat doors detect the animal and not the collar that it’s wearing. There are limitations to the size of the animal that the sensor may detect.
A cat door is a very practical idea. This will let the cat come and go by itself. You can even get a cat flap that will open only for your cat.
