Doggie Door Dangers

Outdoor Dangers:

Even inside a fenced yard, the outdoors can be a dangerous place for unsupervised dogs. If you live in an area with coyotes or other predatory wildlife, a pet door is not a good option.  If the dog is out and you are not home, you increase the risk. Dogs are experts at digging, jumping, and squeezing through tight spaces.  It’s not worth the risk, even with a fairly secure yard.

Critter Control:

If your dog can come and go freely, so can pests. Dog owners with pet doors have been known to share stories of their homes being visited by raccoons, rats, possums, stray cats, and snakes. 

Safety Concerns:

Dogs are at risk of being stolen. Pet theft is sadly a real concern, and having a doggie door that allows your pet to be unattended in your yard increases their risk.  Additionally, if you have a large dog and, therefore, a large dog door, your risk for burglary increases as well.