SureFlap - Sure Petcare Microchip Cat Flap, White, Scans Pet's ID on Entry, Check Your Cat's Size,Flap Opening is 4 3/4” (H) by 5 5/8” (W)

I just installed this flap today after having problems with next door's cat coming into the house to eat. This wouldn't have been an enormous issue (he does no damage and my cat gets along with him) except that he has a long running feud with the local bully, a black cat who attacks all the other cats in the area. Last night was the final straw when they evidently were both in my kitchen yowling at one another! This freaked my cat out so I decided enough was enough and went out to get a file to make the existing hole fractionally bigger so I could install this flap which arrived a week or so ago. That was no problem, I enlarged the hole and slipped the SureFlap in place. Within a few minutes, the interloper was trying to get in, to no avail. I programmed my cat into it without any difficulty, her chip is right between her shoulder blades. But getting her to use it... there's another thing! I went outside and lured her out. It took a while but eventually she figured out that she had to push it with a paw and not just her nose. However... going back in. So far she still hasn't done it. Once outside she sniffed about then took a look at the new door. It was very sunny and the plastic is highly reflective. She saw herself in the door, thought it was a strange cat inside her house and freaked out. She puffed up to twice her normal size and shot off around the side of the house. It was very funny but obviously I had to solve that. So I got some mud and smeared it on the outside of the flap so that it wasn't as reflective as it used to be. You can still just about see out of it if you're inside, but on the outside unless the light is on indoors you can't really see through it any more. She then was happily sticking her head in the tunnel and you could hear it click quietly which makes her start just a little. I'm hopeful that she'll get used to it quickly because I can't be having the big bully coming into the house tearing her to pieces. My main concern right now is that she is used to hurtling through the door when she runs away from him. (Until last night he didn't seem to have any notion that he could come in but now he's seen the other male do it I think he figured it out.) I don't know if it will react fast enough and open the flap without her smacking into it. It may put her off of using it altogether. I'll report back on progress in a while. Jan 9, 2012 A month has now gone by since my cat began using this new flap. It took her a couple of days to start using it to enter the house. I ended up having to cover the inside and outside of the flap in white Scotch tape so she couldn't see her own reflection (but you can see kinda see through it). That was freaking her out a bit so perhaps something for SureFlap to consider in future. Maybe offer an opaque door flap as an option. On the whole though this door has been a life saver. It stopped the other cats from entering - maybe he's brighter than your average kitty but the main offender learned almost immediately that he could no longer get in that way and stopped trying. The only problem, if you can call it that, is that my cat can no longer hurtle through the door, it just doesn't react that fast. But she's learned that and doesn't try to enter it at a run. I worry a little that she may get caught by the big bully cat who occasionally chases her but so far that hasn't been the case. My only other concern and perhaps someone can inform me - does it give you any warning when the batteries are about to die or do I need to test them periodically to see how long they're likely to last? March 10, 2012 There's a slight flaw in this door but I guess not likely to affect most users. My cat is constantly being chased by her enemy, the female cat who lives next door. One day recently she was in hot pursuit and when Mizz came through the door she was so close behind that she was simply able to follow her in because the door hadn't yet shut. This can't be called a design flaw, it's more to do with the nasty character of the cat next door but if you're thinking that it's completely fool proof, it's not. As luck would have it, my husband and I were both in the kitchen when this happened so no fight ensued. The interloper was terrified to find herself in this strange situation and being unfamiliar with cat doors she didn't simply turn around and go back out, instead running off into the house. Hopefully the experience scared her sufficiently that she won't do it again! Regarding the batteries, I tested them and three months after installation they're still almost at max strength so they're going to last a long time. Overall I highly recommend this product; it's miles better than the ones that rely on a collar tag, the microchip isn't going to get lost!

This is a wonderful, intuitive, thoughtfully-designed product. The backstory: we recently moved to a new house along with our 8-year-old indoor/outdoor bengal, and wanted to allow her access to the deck and back yard. Unfortunately, we don’t have approval from our landlord to cut holes in windows or doors; however, we have a small bathroom window that is just large enough to accommodate an animal. We initially tried leaving the window cracked open, and ended up comically chasing a local cat around the living room. We needed a method for letting our cat roam freely without having to worry about inviting in strays. This cat flap was the perfect solution. I simply propped it in the window and closed the top of the windowframe so that the frame fit snugly against the roof of the cat tunnel, then affixed the other piece of the tunnel to the outside of the window. The two parts of the cat tunnel are connected by screws and together they essentially act as a clamp that grips the windowframe without any need to drill or cut into the frame itself. Problem solved! For me, anyway. This isn’t a realistic method for everyone: it leaves the window unsecured, and there is a gap next to the cat tunnel. I am in the process of cutting a block of wood in the exact dimensions of the gap in order to block airflow (update: I used four pieces of double-walled cardboard and coated them with a white, rubberized coating for insulation), and luckily our window is not large enough for an adult human to squeeze through. Suffice to say that our situation is unique and won’t work for everyone, but for me, “installation“ took less than two minutes. Note that it may take a while for your cat to acclimate to the flap. More on that below. It’s a process, and there are videos that will illustrate the best methods. My one recommendation: never force the cat through the tunnel or flap. Resign yourself to the fact that this is a process that will take time, but if your cat is curious and determined, eventually he/she will be cruising through the tunnel with ease. One additional feature that would be appreciated: a simple method for propping open the flap during the “training/orientation“ phase. If your cat has never used a flap like this one, there’s going to be a period of adjustment. The method recommended by the manufacturer—and by many online training-videos—is to leave the flap open until the cat becomes accustomed to the tunnel. You then gradually lower the flap in small increments. The cat will get used to pushing the flap the rest of the way open and eventually you can close it completely. However, there is no easy and intuitive way to prop the cat flap open during this period. The simple addition of a chain and hook—or a simple kickstand—would be hugely helpful. (The manufacturer’s recommendation of taping the flap open is uncharacteristically cumbersome and unwieldy.) Over all, I am more than satisfied with this product. Programming the flap was a breeze (simply activate the “add cat“ function and entice your cat to insert its head into the tunnel via a tasty treat; the flap immediately detects and stores your cat’s unique chip number). When I initially searched for a programmable cat flap, I assumed I would be looking at a few hundred dollars minimum, which would have been out of my price range. This is an excellent product at an excellent price. Enjoy!

The "Dual Scan" version is the one to get for raccoon proofing, not this version! I'm at wits end again. I purchased the Sureflap Dual Scan door, almost 5 years ago after very diligent researching and it's been a God send. It could have lasted so much longer but under personal circumstances mine finally died. I care for my own crew of rescue cats and I have every version of cats personalities. Believe me even the most timid of cats will learn how to use the door if you shove them in and out a few times. Raccoons will open this version of their door so do not even bother thinking you can make it work because if it is set the wrong way the "trash panda" could even get stuck inside your house. I'm so upset I got the wrong version, I didn't want to keep it but I had no choice, I've had this version for a month now and stuck waiting till June to get the Dual Scan. I will never use another brand or version because the Dual Scan IS Raccoon Proof, it has inside and outside locks not even the most crafty evil Raccoons can bypass, I had one for almost 5 years. It would have lasted longer if I took better care of it. I rate this one only because of how Raccoons will pull the door towards them and get right inside. It can be fully locked down to stop that but then what's the point of having a door. I work nights so now my cats are stuck in or out because I have to put it on full lock down. I can't wait to get my Dual Scan door so I can have full control over Raccoons and my sanity back. I could talk for hours about how perfect it is.

I hate that it runs on batteries It works like a charm. I bought his cat flap to make a food enclosure for one of my cats, who likes to pick at dry food all day, because my other cat, who pigs out on her food, would never stop eating if not restricted to puzzle balls between meals. I made an enclosure out of plywood, 2x4s and galvanized mesh for air movement. Because the door only locks to let things IN, I flipped the door around and installed the "inside of house" portion on the inside of the enclosure. Getting my cat accustomed to the door was a challenge, since he never goes outside-outside -my cats have a DIY 9x9x9 chicken-wire completely enclosed structure (filled with catgrass and catnip plants ~_^) with tinted plastic roof panels for shade/rain protection and free access to it from the basement window, but they do not go out to roam the town-, and I had no reason to cat-flap-train him previously, but after a couple of weeks, he uses it on his own all the time, and has been for several months now. Overall, I'm very happy with my choice. It made feeding time stress (mine, probably the cats', as well) vanish completely, and fatty's diet seems to be working, now that she can't gobble all of skinny's food. I can't speak for how it works in it's intended application, but for what I bought it, it's a life-saver. As a bonus, my shelter chips all animals, so when I get another cat, if it, too, is a slow eater, the door can remember several chip numbers; programming is the push of a button, and the push of a cat (the latter of which is obviously the more difficult step ~_^) Positives - setting the memory of the flap was cake. push button, shove cat through hole.. Alternately, if you are in training phase, prop the door open, and hit the button while luring the cat through. only had to do it once before it worked, but I did it several more times just in case. Battery life seems pretty decent. I've had the same set in since I got it. Install was a breeze, seriously. Sturdy and quality materials. thusfar shows no sign of damage whatsoever Reads the microchip without problems, and I don't have to replace collar fob batteries (always a PITA) or screw around trying to figure out how to hang said fob so that it actually reads. Drawbacks Hair gets stuck over the sensor, as others have mentioned. if not caught quickly enough, some cats might get frustrated and stop using it entirely, or your pet might be stuck outside. I like to try to see him use it at least once a day to check how it's working, especially as this restricts his access to food. Can never be completely unlocked going both directions. This makes training a cat to use it a nightmare... Or it would.. I put tape over the lock part (it's a plastic bit that sticks up when locked) so the cat could get used to the loud clicking noise it makes when the lock engages or disengages. this would also be a good way to transition a cat from a non-automated door to this one, as the noise is rather loud, and must be even louder if your huge ears are right in the hole, as with a cat.

I installed the door and got it working using a collar microchip. It took a while to get my cat trained to it but eventually he figured it out. I was manually closing the cat door for maybe 5 months prior to installing this and spent loads of time after training and checking that the door was functioning properly. Finally satisfied that it was functioning well and my cat was accustomed(at least 2.5 weeks) i allowed the door to run autonomous only to lose my cat within 3 days of this decision. The raccoons or opossums that were invading the garage this was installed on meddled with it enough to get in from the outside by pulling out on the door from underneath. The critical flaw with this design is the draft stopper material that became dislodged with this effort and became wedged in the opening so the door was not able to be pushed open, trapping my cat outside for several days without food or shelter, likely resulting in its demise, presumably, by fox or coyote. When i realized this i fixed the gasket and monitored the situation only to find it to be no hindrance to wildlife in subsequent intrusions. Moreover, as pictured, the door even stayed open when forced by a larger critter making it even less functional... I would not recommend this door for barn cats or in any setting where wildlife pressure is mild or greater. Obviously i am a sad about the loss of my cat that i raised from a kitten and am now responsible for its death because of trying to automate the door. I could have returned this in the return window because my cat was dead before it had lapsed but i couldn't dedicate the headspace to this because of my feelings. If you are not able to check this door every day i would not recommend it

I've had this door installed for about 2 1/2 weeks. If you have cats that already have been micro-chipped, and your cats are allowed to go outdoors, this door is a blessing. It works as described in both written description, and in online You-Tube videos. It was fairly simple to program. It took about a week to get all my cats coming in and out on their own. Before, we would let them out using our door, and it was ongoing. You let them out, and ten minutes later they will be sitting at the door wanting back inside. Then fifteen minutes after that they would want back out...it was never ending. THIS DOOR HAS SOLVED THAT. They come and go as they please. There are other reasons to purchase this $150 unit. For me, not only the convenience of knowing my main inside cats can enter and leave as they wish, but knowing none of the other animals may enter from the outside since the locking mechanism engages when the microchip isn't near. Also, the litter box I have in the second bathroom is going bye-bye. This means I no longer have to purchase cat litter or litter-locker liners. This door will pay for itself in under a year. And if that wasn't enough good, since there isn't a litter box inside the house, that frees my time up from having to clean it out everyday. That alone is worth is weight in gold! Now, not much bad concerning this door, but I do have to mention a couple things. The size of the door is quite small. If you have a fat cat, they might possibly get stuck...not good. All of my cats are sliding in and out okay, but I have seen some jumbo sized cats before I know would have issues getting in and out. Make sure you get the specs for the door opening. I had to install this unit in my bathroom window. It's about three feet off the ground. The door size does make it tough to come in and out. My cats get in and out okay. But that is only because I built a platform on the outside they can walk onto, so they can finish squeezing their back legs through the door. If the platform wasn't there, they would literally fall out because you cant walk freely through the door. If you mount this unit on floor level, this won't be an issue. Highly recommend this product otherwise!!!

Before buying this item I read through every single review several times, wanting to make sure this product would do exactly what I needed. I missed a very important detail that you should know about before purchasing: Any cat can go out of this door. You can only choose which cats come into your home. We have three cats, but only one is allowed outdoors. I mistakenly thought that after programming the one cat's chip into this door, only he would be allowed in and out. Turns out any of our cats can now go out, but only he can come back in. The concept is brilliant, but not what we needed, and I really wish we knew BEFORE we cut a hole in the side of the house. After spending nearly $200 for the set-up I'm kind of at a loss what to do. My husband says that we can keep it locked during the day (the cat only goes out at night), then when we let him out we set the door to let him back in only (and only once, he wouldn't be able to leave again without getting us up). What a pain! Part of the reason we got the door was so that we didn't have to pay that close of attention to what he was up to. The only other thing I can think of is to pay another $150 for a second door on the other side and hope that it's far enough under the eaves not to get wet in a storm. This product is really close to being AWESOME!, please fix this small but huge flaw. 2/21/14 Update... My goodness, have we really had this door this long? We ended up leaving the cat-door as-is for a while, hoping the other cats wouldn't figure out they could also get out of it, but they did within a few months and then couldn't get back in. We then decided we would switch the door around, so that only the one cat could go out, but anything could come in. The day we were going to make the change I saw a neighbor cat, who I call Lex (as in Lex Luther), sitting outside the cat door staring in. Lex had already broken into our house a couple times before and terrorized our cats; certainly the last thing we needed was him coming into the house and not be able to leave, so that plan was out. We then purchased a second door for the outside of the house, which worked well for a while. One issue we've had is that the exterior door is not meant to be exposed to the elements; the parts get much grimier and need to be cleaned often. Even though we don't have a problem doing this we are unable to get all parts completely clean, and the door now sticks and doesn't work reliably. Another issue we've had, unrelated to the product is that our cat started bringing live critters he'd caught into the house in the middle of the night. I'm sure readers will find this funnier than we have, but our three cats set up a bit of a system where the one cat would come in the cat door with a live critter, the other two would head for the back door to check out whatever it was he brought in, and our smallest would proceed to bring the creature into bed in the middle of the night. Over the last several months we've been startled awake by a gopher, several rats, and numerous mice. It got to the point that we couldn't get a good night's sleep because we were always afraid of waking up overrun by wildlife, so we set the exterior door so that he could not come back in, but would be forced to stay outside until someone let him in. Now he sits outside and scratches at the door until he gets bored, until my husband gets up to let him in, or until he manages somehow to pull the door open and let himself in. The whole thing is totally obnoxious, but at least he seems to be unable to break in with live critters. I have considered making some kind of insert for the tunnel, maybe with bristles, with the idea that it would be harder for him to get through with creatures, but I haven't yet recovered sufficiently from the last instance of discovering a mouse under the sheets to actually follow through. I still would love to replace these two doors with a single door that has more settings. fyi, When we put the two doors facing eachother, the total depth with both tunnels (which you aren't supposed to shorten) was more than the thickness of our wall, and we had to construct a lip for the inside. I hope your cat is less of a jerk than ours.

[Our cat is chipped, but we chose not to use the chip pairing function of the door: this is a non-chip review.] Works effectively & efficiently & install was ez thru a French door glass pane; I cut wood to fit in the empty rectangle where the pane was removed & then cut the shape of the SureFlap from the rectangular-shaped wood such that with the wood plus its insert of the SureFlap installed, the SureFlap is at the height instructed for cat height access. What a Godsend not to be getting up & down to let the cat out & in (she has never had a litterbox). Plus we don't let cold air in, warm air out (winter) by bypassing letting her out thru the homedoor cracked open as she does her visual safety check before she exits. She sits at the flap using it as a window sometimes; & exiting thru the flap, she has visibility before & while exiting. Plus the dog has benefited by ready access to outside scents; if he gets stirred up by a sound, he puts his head thru the cat door, & it is still intact despite him body slamming the opening bc only his head goes through. Critters: The cat chases lizards & mice, so if I see a lizard inside, at a window for warmth or in the indoor plant, I glove up & put it out (& wash my hands); but also an empty large Duke's Mayo plastic jar & lid are good for non-contact lizard removal. Only one time in 18 mos did the cat bring in a live mouse (that I then dropped a brick on while it cowered behind the fridge). I'd jumped up at hearing her distinct low mew of prey-caught, but was too late to block her & she released it. Whether prey would be brought in by her was our only lingering uncertainty when e/t about the SureFlap product looked good & we bought it. The benefits have outweighed the negative of a mouse released indoors (1 in a year & 0 in 6 mos). I advise buying several mousetraps so you can set them w/o delay of going to purchase them IF a mouse is loosed; but also, I advise to forget about the possibility after your traps are readily available (the old-time wooden base, metal-snap traps are effective & inexpensive; toss trap+mouse in the trash). After your cat begins using the SureFlap, you'll likely feel your body's awareness of how often you aren't getting up & down any longer for the cat. That's when I realized how much I'd been popping up for the cat. Our cat trained to it w our help, which we'd expected to need to do for a short time. We are entirely pleased that we installed the SureFlap cat door. By the way, after a while of our cat using it, after we'd installed it & forgotten it, when we noticed the cat begin to have a hesitancy to use it, we wiped dust & dirt easily off the flap & base & she immediately returned to her usual in-out. If you see a turnaround from regular use developing, maybe an easy wipedown of the SureFlap is needed. We didn't use anything fragrant to clean it as the cat's face pushes through the opening, so we wanted scent to be neutral. ..Ok enuf yada. Just buy it. Seriously a well-made, durable, & useful product. Thanks SureFlap. ((If you have wild animals that might access the door; block these by pairing SureFlap chip with your cat's chip.))

This cat flap has been brilliant. It was easy to programme to my cat’s microchip and worked straight away. Best of all, it keeps the neighbourhood cats out while still letting my own cat come and go freely. The flap is quiet, reliable and gives real peace of mind knowing only the right cat can get in. It’s definitely one of those products that’s worth paying a little extra for. Highly recommended!

Muy contentos con el producto nunca falla y nuestras gatas entran en casa sin problemas. A la vez siento que solo hace falta en el caso de que haya gatos potencialmente intrusivos. En nuestro caso nunca he visto un gato intentando entrar así que se podría haber comprado una gatera más barata.

Es la segunda que compro, mis gatos la usan todo el tiempo y es super facil de programar. Pero esta puerta gasta mucho las baterias, cada dos dias tengo que cambiarlas, son recargables y nuevas. Ya probe con las de la otra puerta y ocurre lo mismo.

Très facile à installer, dimension idéale, ne fait pas bcp de bruit et mon chat a vite compris comment l'utiliser. Les chats indésirables ne rentrent plus chez nous. Si j'avais su, je l'aurais acheté plus tôt.

We have 4 cats and works perfect, since it stops other cats entering