Posted by dognutter | Posted in Dog Supply | Posted on 20-07-2010
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A dog door that lets your dog leave the house and come back without your intervention will benefit both you and your dog. Not only will your dog have the freedom of being able to go outside as they please but it will save you the effort of having to open the door every time they want to go out.
For instance, if your dog drank too much water or got sick because of something it ate, it will want you to get up and let it out, or else you’ll end up cleaning after it, or you can avoid the problem altogether by installing a doggie door. Then, you just have to decide how to go about getting the doggie door installed. The first option that comes to mind is to ask a professional to come and do the job, but why do that when you can do it yourself?
How to Install It
If you want to take on the challenge of installing a pet door in your home for your furry friend, there are just a few easy steps you will need to follow. To get started you first want to determine the door placement, where you are going to have the pet flap situated on the door of your home. The size and height of your dog will be important factors.
You want the door to be located in the best spot to make it easy and convenient for your dog to make it through. Bigger dogs might require you to adjust the height of the doggie door, and remember that your dog may still grow, depending on its age. The size of your dog is also important to consider because the door will need to be large enough that your dog will not stand a chance of getting stuck in it on their way in or out of the house.
It’s better to remove your door from its hinges before you install a doggie door on it, because it will allow you to make marks on it with a pencil and a ruler and it will make process more comfortable for you. You will find doggy door fixings or sets that include everything you need for the installation, including the door, hinges or fixtures, the screws and bolts you need, and even a plan.
Follow the steps mentioned on the plan or the instructions, make sure that you have all the tools you need before the installation begins, and after installing the doggie door, and put your door back on it’s hinges.