Carlson 0941PW Extra-Tall Walk-Thru Gate with Pet Door, White

Perfect Solution

3/4/2010

I have to say that this gate changed our lives. Our cat now has a room to herself that our dog can't get into. It's easy to install and easy for everyday use. We come in and out of the room numerous times throughout the day without any problems. I would recommend this gate to anywone.

Cat door may be too big if you have small dogs.

2/22/2010

I bought this gate to keep my dogs upstairs. I chose this particular gate because it seemed tall enough that my Labrador wouldn't be able to jump it and it also has a door that allows the cats to come and go since their litter and food are upstairs but they like to spend their days downstairs. The installation was very simple after I read the instructions, and opening and closing the gate is easy. The only problem is the opening for the cat it too big, it's around 7" by 10". The size allows my Norwich Terrier to walk through also. I've solved this problem by keeping the cat door closed and cutting off one of the bars in the door providing an opening just big enough for the cats but too small for the dog. Another buyer noted that their cat got stuck in the bars, my oldest cat also got stuck trying to go through the bars on the sides but I used some treats to lure her through the door and I've had no problems since, so training your cat may be necessary. Also if you are installing this gate at the top of a staircase be sure to line it up with the very edge of the top stair if possible, the banister is in the way for me to do this, but seeing as the gate has a bottom edge that you have to step over it would be safer. Overall I am very happy with this gate and would recommend it just think about the cat door if you also have small dogs.

Fantastic gate!

1/18/2010

The gate is sturdy and easy to install. It took about ten minutes to set up. (If you read the directions) The cat door fits my two thirteen pound cats well. My only complaint is that I have to tie the cat door open so it doesn't shut preventing my cats from using it. I like the latch which prevents accidental opening. I did not need to use the cups. The gate tightened well and fit snuggly in place. I am very happy with this purchase and recommend the gate.

I finally can sleep being away from my cat...

1/6/2010

I was looking for a cat gate forever so I can sleep through the night without getting awaken by my cat running and knocking over stuff ALL night long. My cat is naughty one and jumps on/over anywhere she sees. But this one, she hasn't jumped over this or touched it for a half year! This is absolutely good one for anybody who needs to keep your cat away from babies etc. It is very steady and opens/clothes very easily for humans. You don't need to screw into the wall either, so you don't need to make holes into your apartment's wall. I don't use that little kitty cat gate so I am not sure about that.

Boy, have I needed this!

11/21/2009

Well, I am now buying my third of these gates, so, obviously it works very well for me. I needed the extra height for my big guys who could jump over the baby gates I got. And I hated having to try to step over the baby gates, especially when carrying something. So, this gate with a door is wonderful. I can block off the kitchen so that the dogs don't counter surf or raid the garbage can any more. The third gate is going in the doorway to the vanity area in my master bath, as my devil dog has figured how to open the cabinets and pull out stuff (some of which is poisonous.)
As others have warned, it is more stable with the cups installed, but it was easy to do with just a pencil to mark the position and a screwdriver. And, altho' I have a masters degree, I couldn't figure out how the Da#%ed latch worked at first. No directions with the gate. Finally one reviewer gave me the hint. Lift up the white latch on the end nearest to the red locking mechanism.

Added 2/9/10. While I am still sold on this gate, I need to add one caution: You would be amazed how large a dog can squeeze through the small "cat" door. My 30+ pound cattle dog mix (kinda chunky) and my 60+ pound Irish Wolfhound mix (lean and wiry) just managed it. From now on that little door will remain closed.