How to Use a Walk Through Pet Gate

Walk through pet gates are the easy and affordable way to restrict access to certain areas of your home from kids, dogs, and cats. Pet gates are also ideal if you just want to restrict your pets freedom to a certain area or room when you are not at home or at night.

These gates are sometimes referred to as a baby gate, but are constructed for pets, generally considered to be perfect for dogs of small sizes.

Pet gates are not suitable to be used a baby gates, they are not strong enough and can be unsafe. Never use a pet gate as a baby gate.

Depending on the type of dog you have will determine what type and how tall of a gate you need. In the larger breed of dog they could easily jump over most smaller types of pet gates unless these gates are designed to be extra tall. Not to worry though, walk through pet gates are available for dogs of all sizes.

A gate is not a solid wall, and should not be used as one. The gate is designed so that your dog or cat can see through it, feel like part of the family and enjoy the "family gathering". You do not want to shut your pet out of bonding time with you and your household, but you also need to insure that your guests and little children feel safe in your home.

Gates are made for indoor use and can be installed easily without the need for expensive tools. Most of the time no tools are required to install a walk through pet gate.

By putting your pet in a space that utilizes a gate as a barrier, it will allow enough room for your pet to easily move around and are ideal if you just want to restrict your dogs freedom to a certain area or room when you are not at home or at bedtime. Simply have a comfortable bed, a water supply and a variety of favorite chew toys available and your pet will be content and safe.

Some brands of gates are portable so you can take them with you, when you travel. This is a safe and responsible way to control your pet when you plan to visit relatives and friends. Being a responsible pet owner will gain you "kudos" the next time you plan on traveling.

Walk through pet gates are a flexible, inexpensive and in some models, an attractive piece of furniture to keep your pet safe. These gates are especially helpful for new puppies and kittens that can get into mischief or are easily bothered by other animals and people.