Does this model work with the microchip implanted in the cat?
1638676
No it does not. It works with the chip that is to be worn on the cats collar
1534034
This one uses 3 c cells. Both of the C cell toys we bought our cat failed almost immediately. We found another for more money that uses AA cells and it works.
667051
Yes, apparently there are several common microchip formats that are used worldwide, the the SureFlap works with all of them.
1215900
It is a normal microchip. It is implanted by your vet and is invisible identification. If you lose your you do and it is picked up by Animal Control , taken to a local shelter or taken to a Vet and is scanned the microchip # is identified and they call the company to get the owner info. I highly recommend all cats and dogs be microchipped! It can save their life!
1939386
Hi, I have a small Dog and the motion sensor normally turns on with she passes so I will assume it will detect your cats as well. Regards,
611403
I had only 2 cats but I returned the door because it did not read there microchips in time for the door to open in time.
667052
Yes, it will work. You just need to have your cat pass through it to activate the current chip with the door.
379064
Yes, it does. Though SureFlap recommends microchipping over the use of collar mounted tags, the manual has the following information: "The SureFlap RFID Collar is a small, lightweight tag that can be attached directly to your pet's collar. Like microchips, each collar tag has a unique code, to prevent any non-resident pets, strays or wild animals from entering your home. One collar tag is included in the box. Additional SureFlap RFID Collar Tags are available via the SureFlap website or from SureFlap retail and veterinary stockists."
1483689
It should work. Just make sure the unit is secured so the cat cannot topple the unit. You'll also have to program it to deliver the amount of food you want at each feeding. Also, try to keep the unit in a dry area, my unit was pushed in my pond by a raccoon and was inoperable after that.
464723
I have two cats that have chased each other on occasion in constructive exercise daily past the motion sensor and the sensor has not recognized their activity. I have not checked the sensor for active participation in the system yet so I must do that to ensure it is working properly.
1215899
It is just a microchip. If it had GPS technology ALL dogs/cats/pets would be found.
1757506
Here's your pseudo-definitive answer from an engineer: the cat door uses radio frequencies to interact with the chip in your cat's neck. Radio frequencies can travel through many things but a Faraday cage isn't one of them. Without getting too involved with physics, metal has a tendency to block radio waves. HOWEVER, not all metal interacts with them in the same way. Aluminum, for instance, shouldn't be too much of a problem. Steel doors will be a bigger issue. I'd recommend trying the cat door in your metal door first before buying the hardware. It won't decrease battery life: the sensor that tells your door to read the chip in your cat (an optical sensor) is independent of the sensor that actually does the reading of the chip (an RF sensor). If you cat can get through the door without banging their face into it, you should be good to go! If kitty bangs into the door without the door sensing your cat, set it to "two way" mode, buy the extra hardware, and install it when it comes in
680216
Hi Michael,The SureFlap DualScan Microchip Cat Door does have increased security against raccoons as the external catch will prevent an intruder pulling the door open towards them.I hope that helps.Best wishes,The SureFlap Team
809765
You should ask first your animal shelter what kind of microchips or system they use.
1602287
I'm sorry for your loss...we too suffered such a loss and wished we could have traced her through the microchip, but since it doesn't have GPS capabilities we could not. This is exactly why I'm looking at some type of a chip we could trace the where abouts of a pet. To Cherry who callously answered your question with a very unfeeling smart#@$ remark...shame on you...we have felt the pain of this type of a loss NOT FUNNY! Someday I hope they will be able to figure out a gps chip that will work. The not knowing is so painful.
1786332
Yes. It comes with a chip for the little portable monitor and a chip for the computer.
1757504
I think the metal door affects the signal emitted from the microchip in the cat, for some reason. We just bought the adpater but have not installed it yet. Our cat will be in for a little surprise, as she has gotten used to zipping through the door door at lightening speed! :) Have no idea if the adapter will allow the microchip to work, but that's what the directions said, once we opened the sure flap and realized it wasn't working. My husband is going to install today, and once we see what happens, I will revise my review. Keep your fingers crossed!