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Why Electronic Pet Doors Are Better Than Standard Pet Flaps
Having a pet is a great responsibility. You want to ensure its safety while, at the same time, give it the freedom to roam its territory.
While a regular pet door flap is a great way to give Fluffy access to go in and out as she wants, there’s a better way: an electric pet door.
Why is an electric pet door better than a standard pet door?
Controls Pet Access Inside or Outside
One of the biggest advantages of electric pet doors is that they help you control your pet’s movements. With most models having lock mode, you can control when your pets can go outside or when they should be strictly inside.
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Microchip Myths
Millions of pets have implanted microchips. The size of a grain of rice, a microchip contains a number that can be read with a scanning device, so the contact information of a lost pet’s family can be identified. Microchips have other purposes as well. There are microchip pet doors that open when an animal’s presence is detected.
While this is a cool concept, there are several myths about microchips that are not true, including:
Microchips Are a Health Hazard
Microchipping a pet is done with a needle inserted under the skin. The procedure, which is usually performed between the shoulder blades, is quick and painless. There are also...
read moreInstalling a Pet Door All by Yourself
If you’re a pet owner, you have a special bond with your furry friend. In fact, you probably consider them a special part of the family. As a family member, they deserve the freedom and right to move in and out of the house as they please.
That’s why you must learn how to install a pet door. Don’t worry! Pet door installation is not rocket science. Anyone can do it. First, here’s a list of the tools you’ll need:
- Hammer
- Jigsaw
- Drill & drill bits
- Screwdriver
- Tape Measure
- Tape
- Pencil
- Level
- Scissors
- Duct tape
- Caulk
Tools sorted? Then let’s move on to the...
read moreHow Does an Electronic Pet Door Work?
Installing an electronic pet door to give your cat or dog the freedom to go outside will stop them from waking you up at night when they need to go to the bathroom. One of the primary benefits of this style of pet door is it helps keep uninvited guests from getting inside your home.
Electronic doors work in different ways, depending on the technology used. They can be controlled by a magnetic collar or a microchip. There are also apps you can use with your smartphone to control various features, such as when your pet can open and close the door, alerts when your pet leaves or enters the home, and more.
Magnetic Collar Pet Door
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read moreHow to Pick the Right Pet Door to Match Your Home’s Exterior Design
Adding a pet door for your dog or cat to go outside when they want to is a great decision. There are different types of pet doors to choose from, depending on where you want the door located. You also must consider the aesthetics of your home’s exterior design when choosing the cat or doggie door.
The first thing is to decide where you want to add the door. Do you want a screen door with a pet door? A sliding glass door with a pet door? Or another style of exterior door with a built-in pet door? You can install pet doors in exterior walls too!
Once you decide on the location, the next step is to decide if you want a basic door or a high-tech door. High-tech doors use a microchip in your pet’s collar to unlock and open...
read moreTop Reasons to Rescue a Cat
Adorable and independent, a cat can be the perfect companion. You can make a great life for a rescue cat. A pet door, like a security screen door, provides an entrance and exit point for your feline so they can enjoy your yard. If you are considering whether to adopt a pet cat, it’s a good idea because they are:
Independent and Low Maintenance
Cats often keep to themselves, so if you’re busy much of the time, there’s no pressure to give them constant attention. They also require little training and often quickly learn to use a litterbox or scratching post. Yet, cats are still loving animals.
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Top Reasons to Rescue a Dog
Bringing a dog into the household is an exciting experience. There’s training, love, and the fun of preparing your home by, for example, installing security screen pet doors. If you’re serious about it, then there are many reasons to adopt a pet dog.
Give a Deserving Animal a Second Chance
Shelters in the U.S. are so overwhelmed that an estimated one million dogs and cats are euthanized every year.1 Whether they’ve been given up, lost, or abandoned, you can give your pet a second chance. Plus, by adopting an animal, you make room in the shelter for another.
Unconditional Love
Your...
read moreThe Best Way to Trim Your Dog’s Nails
Trimming your dog’s nails is important for dog health because long toenails can cause pain, put pressure on the toe joints, or force the toe to twist. Wild dogs would wear them down naturally, unlike household pets. While your canine may occasionally go outside using a dog door, a different approach to grooming and hygiene is required.
Tools Needed
Scissor-type clippers should be used. Small ones are best unless your dog is a giant breed. Use a nail file to remove jagged edges and hangnails. Although an electric nail grinder can be used, many dogs don’t like the sound.
Preparing Your Dog for a Nail Clipping
Dogs generally don’t like their sensitive feet touched, let...
read moreThe Ultimate Guide to Cat Nail Clipping
Without trimming, a cat’s nails (aka claws) will become long, curved, and sharp unless your cat spends lots of time outside using a door from Ideal Pet Products. A nail trim lets you inspect your feline’s nails to ensure they’re healthy. It’s not the easiest thing to do, but this guide will help you along.
Supplies
All you really need is a nail trimmer. You can use a human fingernail clipper, which is often the easiest, or a guillotine type. If a cat’s nail is so long it curls, a scissors-type clipper will be needed to prevent the nail from cutting the toepad.
Preparing Your Cat
Cats tend to run away at the sight of nail clippers; they’re not...
read moreDo You Need to Bathe Your Cat?
Why should you bathe a cat if they groom themselves instinctually? There are a few reasons. They can get dirty in the litter box, by exploring outside through the cat door, and going into forbidden places like the chimney.
Why Cats Hate Water
Most house cats absorb water through their coat. Their fur doesn’t deflect moisture, so it’s hard to dry off. Cats don’t like being wet. However, larger cats like tigers are quite the opposite; some even swim to feed on fish.
Grooming and Shedding
All cats have an inborn predisposition to cleaning themselves. You can help by brushing your cat often. Shedding is a natural process of removing...
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