Perfect Pet Soft Flap Cat Door with Telescoping Frame, Small, 5" x 7" Flap Size

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Standard sized cat flaps measure around 15 x 15 cm, with the entire frame measuring about 21 x 21 cm. Similar to a microchip, except it only needs a magnetic strip on the collar. You can choose to only let your cat in or out rather than both ways, and it limits strays, but any cat with a magnetic collar can still enter. There is also a risk they could lose the collar key Two-Way Manual Cut into the outlined shape using a jigsaw. This step can vary depending on the material you are working with.

Smooth the edges – Before fitting a cat flap, smooth the edges with sandpaper. Again, go slowly and keep an eye on the lines to make sure you don’t remove too much of the door Setting up the unit after installation is simple with one-button programming. This prevents unwanted animals from entering your home without requiring a complicated multi-step process. If you’re someone with a busy schedule, you won’t want to be adjusting your cat flap’s settings every few hours. Smart technology has taken over homes up and down the country, and if you want to use your phone to also control your cat’s movements, this microchip model could be ideal. Place the template on the door, using the measurement from Step 1 to determine where the bottom of the cat door should be positioned. Keep in mind that the opening you cut should be at least 3 inches from any edge of the door.

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Using a pencil, mark the shape of the inside of the frame onto your wall or door. Some cat flaps will come with installation kits including a cutting template, so you don’t have to work this bit out yourself. While battery-powered microchip cat flaps are the most common, some pet doors connect to the mains. The majority of microchip cat flaps take AA batteries; however, make sure to buy the best quality batteries you can. You might grow tired of frequently rebuying new batteries depending on how energy efficient your cat flap is. Safety and shelter – As well as giving them freedom, a cat flap also gives your cat safety and shelter from hostile neighbourhood cats, predators (like a local fox) or bad weather. A microchip cat flap will ensure that only your cat can use the cat flap Microchip identification flaps are often thought of as the best option for keeping unwelcome moggies out of your home. But they’re also great if you want your cats to come and go as they please, or if you want to prevent one going out but not the others. Freedom for your cat – With a cat flap, your cat can come and go as they please without you having to constantly let them in and out

This cat flap has the capacity to remember up to 32 microchips. So, even if you’re the most renowned cat lady in the country, this door will allow only your cats in, and keep anyone else out. Whether you’re wondering how to install a cat flap in a wood, uPVC or metal door, we’ll talk you through the process. And we’ll also look at how much it might cost to hire a professional for fitting a cat flap. How to install a cat flap

Lots of microchip pet doors get complicated when it comes to installation, requiring various additional parts to assist the process.

Mark up your door – Using the above measurement, draw a mark in the middle of the door at the same height from the floor. Then position your cat flat template so that the centre of the bottom edge sits on the mark you’ve just drawn, then mark the four corners of the cat flap on the door and connect those marks with straight lines to show the four edges of the cat flap Most cat doors include a template for installation. Along with the template, you'll need the following materials: Just because microchip pet flaps use modern technology, doesn’t mean they have to be ridiculously expensive. You can still get one with all the most important features at a reasonable price! A cat enclosure, or catio, could be ideal if you are happy to leave a window open but not let anything other than your cat in.

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The conventional place to install a cat flap is in a door. But new cat flaps are designed in a way that makes them suitable for windows and walls too. Not only will your cat be able to come and go as they please, but you won’t have to keep a beady eye out for them either. Microchipping your cat by inserting a tiny chip into your pet is one of the easiest ways to keep it safe. The chip can then be read by a portable scanner, should your cat ever go missing and end up at a vet practice. It’s not harmful to the cat and takes very little time.

Are there limitations on where the cat flap can go? (for example, the maximum width of a door panel) Drill screw holes – With the opening cut out, take your cat flap and align it with the opening and mark the screw holes with a pencil. Now drill holes through the door on those marked points Some cat flaps have magnetic strips which secure the flap when it’s not in use. This is a good protective measure against wind. The majority will come with a cut-out guide which will allow you to get the general shape and size of the flap on the door before cutting out. Then, you should use a jigsaw to cut the space. It is usually just a case of then screwing the frame to the door and ensuring there are no gaps around the edges. A microchip cat flap is a great solution. They’re small, weatherproof and have a technological barrier to prevent unwanted cats from entering your home.

Reliability– Think about the likelihood that your cat will cooperate with the method you choose. If you opt for a magnetic collar, you need to ensure they won’t use the key part of the system from their collar. Cats who often come home without a collar could be better with a chip, and ones which come and go in the early morning and wake you up may be better with a limited option