Will this door keep my cats in?
1253957
It's enough of a barrier to keep my two labs in. Like any screen the cats could scratch it but I've been very pleased with the door.
1253958
It kind of depends on how rowdy they are. I put a latch between the handles to keep my dogs in. But they back off after testing it. They could possibly force there way out of the bottom but it would take quite a brave cat.
688258
It is said to allow up to a 16 lbs. cat. You might need to purchase a door that is wider like a doggy door
1179818
I doubt it sincerely; mine is for for feral cats. The door would be too small for a 55 lb. dog, I think
2278204
When the lock door is on it would. But just the flap would probably not keep out drafts. My cat always opens the door with his right paw and that side of the flap does not close tight anymore.
944064
Unfortunately yes they can. My 13lb cat pushes his way out all the time. My other cat is not willing to push through but with enough time she will pull both flaps open.
1567941
I have 3 large cats (from the ground to highest point of back is about 12-13 inches) that all use the door just fine. It's a little bit of a tight fit, but they don't seem overly bothered by it. My small dog, who is more barrel chested and less flexible is also able to use the door (she's about the same size as the cats), if a little less gracefully.
1828816
My cat is 16lbs and fits through this door. I don't see your dog having issue with this unless all 5 pounds of your dog is belly.
1893821
My cat is 15 lbs and a big guy and my female cat is 13 lbs. Both my cats fit through this no problem. The only issue I see is how far from the bottom of the door that you install this, since the Dachshunds have short legs, I'm sure they could get through no problem but it may be awkward for them at first.
940581
yes it will keep the dogs contained, as for the measurements, look at what it says on the order and measure your doorway.
162468
have large door. cat can go in and out of it with no problem. average size cat. A lot depends on the personality of the cat rather than its strength.
2083459
I don't have cats, but our daughter has a small dog (10 lbs) and she is able to go through the door just fine. It just has a magnetic strip attached to the rubber/plastic door.
1743693
I think it depends on the size of the cat. The latches on the doors are small and a big cat may be able to push the big door open part way. This would be excellent if you add extra, sturdier door latches.
217026
I have 4 cats that use the door(s) in our house numerous times a day and I have never heard or seen them be at all bothered by the door falling on their tails. So I would have to assume that it really doesn't bother them at all.
546594
I'm not sure. I have a 13 lb cat and he fits through. He doesn't have a lot of room when going through but I would guess a 15 lb cat can get in and out. Just an aside - the door is really well-made and was relatively easy to install. We are very happy with our purchase.
1359006
You might need a bigger door than this one. It's pretty small. I have one slender cat & one regular size, but neither are close to 20 lbs.
1778021
Food would be blocked from falling if door is push all the way open. For a cat it may work because the door wouldn't need to be open all the way.
1554167
I think 2-10lb cats would fit. It might be cozy but I think it would work. If they are scratchers, the mesh door is pretty destructible. Something to consider.