6 Best Smart Dog Doors

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Best for Dogs

Whether you have a Pomeranian or a German Shepherd, the Power Pet Large Electronic Pet Door will be a welcome addition to your home. At $400, this pet door certainly isn’t a small investment, but you’ll be impressed by its durable, high-tech design. These are the best smart pet feeders.

This Power Pet product has a motor-driven vertical-sliding door that’s activated by a special collar, and it only opens if your pet walks directly at the door — not if they’re sleeping nearby or wandering around. The door has a wind- and weather-proof seal, and its opening accommodates dogs up to 100 pounds. Make sure you know how to winterize a dog door.

Product Specs:

Panel Size: 12.25 x 16 inches
Color: White & brown
Material: Glass
Open/Closure Type: Motor; Snap
Target: Large pets up to 100 pounds

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Best for Cats

The PetSafe Cat Door is designed with felines in mind, giving them free range of the great outdoors. This small door reads your cat’s microchip to unlock the flap (animals without a microchip can wear special collars instead). The unit has a unique four-way lock offering locked, unlocked, enter only or exit only settings. Plus, this product costs less than $100, making it a budget-friendly option. Here are 40 amazing pet projects to show your best friend some love.

Product Specs:

Panel Size: 5.91 x 5.51 inches
Color: White
Material: Plastic
Open/Closure Type: Microchip; Magnetic
Target: Cats

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Best for Multi-Cat Homes

What if you have one cat who goes outside and another who’s indoor only? The SureFlap DualScan Cat Flap ($170), with dual-sided microchip scanning, is the perfect solution. It uses your pet’s microchip or collar tag to unlock the door. Because there’s a scanner on the inside, only approved animals can exit your home. This keeps indoor cats indoors, while their more adventurous companions can come and go as they please. Check out our best tips for pet care and pet safety at home.

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