At pet supply stores, there is a variety of doors at different prices. There are different sizes to accommodate big and small dogs, and the frames can be bought in various colors, such as white, silver, gray or brown. There are some doors that need to be installed in existing walls or doors, while others are on a separate panel that is used as an extension to a sliding glass door. There are with acrylic flaps that open as a dog walks through, doors made of see-through Plexiglas panels that slide open with a gentle push from the dog, and even electronic doors that are motorized and theyre activated by a sensor in a dogs collar. If necessary and to keep your home secure, most dog doors can be locked to keep your dog inside or outside. Your dog should have plenty of room to get through, so your doggy door should be taller and wider than the dog.
Its fairly simple to teach your dog to use a dog door. Take his favorite treat and lure him a few times through the door. He will be doing this on his own in a short while.
