Advantages of a Magnetic Cat Door

In some cases the magnetic pet door operates on batteries or electricity, but most do not which means they are not subject to battery or electrical failure and are ever-lasting. This is a great feature of these doors because the pet can be left alone and the owner will not have to worry about the cat being locked in or out of the house because of a power failure or battery failure.

Understanding Magnetic Doors

The magnetic pet door responds to a small magnet that is attached to a collar worn around the cat’s neck or to keys worn on the cat’s collar. When the pet comes close to the door the magnetic pull releases the latch and the door opens. The system thus allows the cat to come and go as it pleases while the door is locked when the cat is away.

This feature is a big plus for pet owners who are not home during the day or who are away on weekends because they will not have to worry if their pet can get in or out of the house while they are away

Safety

The magentic cat door has a feature that adds safety to your cat’s life: it will lock itself after your cat has passed through it. So, if your cat is chased by animals or by mean spirited children, once it’s inside the house, the door will protect it from pursuers. Plus it will protect against theft because a person will not be able to slip through the locked door either.

There are a few models that will give you other options, such as leaving the door open or closed at all times. Despite what some people think, these doors are very easy to install.

A magnetic pet door is resistant to water, which means that you won’t have to worry about rain or winter affecting it, and it won’t let water come into your house either. They are recommended for cats six to nine months of age, but are not recommended for kittens.

Cost

They generally cost about $50. But some fancy models can cost up to $100. Luxurious or custom made models can cost even more.