Why It's a Good Idea to Install an Electronic Dog Door

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By Robin Geffen

An electronic dog door is powered by batteries, by connecting it to an electrical outlet, or by a mix of both. This type of door uses high technology in oder to make life easier for the dog and its owner. It is designed to open only to the dog that is wearing a collar that the door can recognize through its detectors. This will prevent other dogs or animals and even potential burglars from going into your house. Naturally, these types of automatic dog doors are more expensive, but their benefits justify it.

Unlike regular pet doors, automatic pet doors will let your dog come in and go out whenever it wants, but unlike regular pet doors, they will not only keep other animals out, but also water from rain and dust from the street. Also, while both types of pet doors let your dog inside, only the electronic pet door will close after your dog is inside, which might save it from other dogs or cruel children.

How These Doors Work

The specific design may vary from model to model, but they all usually work on the same principle. The door has some sensors which make the door open when they detect a magnetic (sometimes infrared) signal emitted by a collar that your dog has to wear at all times.

Whether the dog comes from inside or outside the house, the door will open for the pet and then it will lock itself again. Some models also include a remote control which allows the owner to open and close the door and leave it like that, regardless of the dog's movements.

One of the unique features about an electronic pet door is that people cannot activate the door because the high-tech sensors can detect the difference between an animal and a person

Price

Most are reasonably priced starting at around $40 dollars but depending on the various features selected they can cost up to $700 dollars

Electronic dog doors are very safe for a pet to use and most are also very secure and offer various features such as a variety of locking options and styles such as wall, door or patio door mounted

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