Traditional dog doors have one big disadvantage: they let in not only our dogs, but other animals that might be chasing it. With the development of electronic dog doors, our pets can come safely into the house where they’ll be safe from other animals or mean children. Before you go out and buy the first electronic door that you see, you should do some research, either on internet or with pet supplies stores in order to find out what options you have.
Types of Electronic Dog Doors
There are two basic types of electronic pet doors: the one that is activated by motion sensors and the one that is activated by electromagnetic sensors. While the former one is operated based on the working of an innovative sensor that senses the motion of the dog and differentiates the motion of the dog from that of humans, the latter is based on an electro magnetic signal that is sent from the collar unit worn by the dog.
When compared, the ones that work with electromagnetic fields are better, since they give you 100% guarantee that no one but your dog will be able to come into your house.
Benefits
Just because they use electronics, that doesn’t mean that electronic dog doors are difficult to install. They are tamper proof and offer maximum security by keeping intruders and stray pets at bay. There are even a few models that will let you select to leave the door temporaly open or closed.
Choosing the Perfect Electronic Dog Door
Always ask about different models in several stores or online before making a purchase since you might find one that has a feature that will be extremely useful and practical in your case. This includes taking into account the height of the dog (now and in the future, since puppies can sometimes outgrow the door), the inclusion of installation in the deal, back up battery, etc.
The main advantage of electronic dog doors over regular ones is that they keep other animals out of the house. They are also a good choice in areas where there’s a lot of rain or snow, since they will keep those outside too. Always consider the size of your dog when looking at electronic pet doors.
