Can this be installed in a metal, glass, or garage door?

The Ideal Ruff Weather can be installed in all doors with thickness between 3/4" - 1 3/4". For glass doors, you may need a glazier to help you, since you can't cut dual-pane or tempered units. If you have an overhanging garage door, the flap may warp over-time if it is left horizontal for too long. Also, since the frame does stick out further than most, you want to make sure that you have enough clearance when the door is raised.

Will this work on a paneled door?

The Ruff Weather Pet Door with the telescoping frame is designed to be installed on a flat surface. They can also be installed on an irregular surface as long as the material is 3/4" - 1 3/4" thick. You can fill in the gaps with battens or shims from your local hardware store. Add caulk to fill in the remaining space to seal in the doggy door.

Can I install this into a wall?

Yes, here is the Ruff Weather for Walls, which accommodates 2x4 and 2x6 stud walls (4 3/4" - 5 1/4" or 6 3/4"-7 1/4"). The wall entry/wall mount model with an optional wall kit also comes with double vinyl flaps for extreme weather and energy efficiency. If you do not want to buy a different door mount, you can purchase this door with the Ruff Weather wall kit.

Does this pet door stay closed in the winter?

This door does stay closed relatively well due to the double flap feature, as this is an economic all-weather pet door. It is a great affordable winter dog door option for those who live in a moderate to harsh climate conditions. If the winds get too strong, it comes with a good quality locking cover that can be used to close off the pet door. Cold weather will be stopped at the door.

How far does the frame stick out?

The frame on the Ideal Pet Products ruff weather pet door is a pretty bulky plastic that has a thickness range of about 3". This will be the same for the large door or the small pet door model. This will change if you use structural foam to fill air pockets between the wall or door and the frame during installation.

Does this come with a security cover to block entry and exit?

Yes, the Ruff Weather slide-in locking cover is included. It is made out of ABS plastic, and you can put it on the inside or the outside.

Can I use the flaps on this for a single flap door?

The flaps aren't interchangeable, so even if you have another model of Ideal doors, they won't work. For instance, an extra-large Ruff Weather door flap won't fit an extra-large original door.

Can I get a second Ruff Weather Locking Cover?

Yes, you can get a second one for the outside directly from Ideal Pet Products.

Will the ideal door ruff weather super-large flap size fit the cut out for other Ideal doors?

No, this door will have a different rough opening dimension than other Ideal models.

Is this a good door for large and small pets sharing?

Yes, the flaps are light enough for smaller pets to use. When ordering your Ideal Pet Door, it's best to base your size measurements on your pets' heights than their weight ranges. You should get a size tall enough for your tallest pet to use while installing it low enough for your shortest pet to step over.

How do I know what size to get my pet?

We recommend that you use this measurement guide to help you measure your pet.

Can the magnet strength be adjusted?

You would not be able to remove or add magnets to the door. However, for training, you could tape down the magnet bar on the frame so that it did not attract to the bar on the flap. This would decrease the magnet strength. It is important to order the right door size as well, to ensure your pet is comfortable going through it.

Does the door come in colors?

The heavy-duty aluminum frame is light gray plastic; however, it can be painted with the proper prepping and correct type of paint.

Are the flaps clear?

They are tinted, but very transparent so you can see through them easily. The tinted flap allows for maximum insulation, including light protection and temperature control.

Is this the same as the all-weather dog door?

They are identical in size, but the all-weather plastic frame dog door is more of a cream color.

Where can I find replacement flaps?

Ideal Ruff Weather replacement flaps are sold individually, so if you would like to replace both flaps, change the quantity to two.

Can I order just the cover?

The Ruff Weather slide in covers can be purchased directly from the manufacturer (Ideal Pet Products).

Is this more of an extreme winter dog door?

This is the most economical of the double flap pet doors, so it isn't recommended if you experience really harsh winter weather. The key to an energy-efficient dog door is the magnets on the flap, the material of the flap, and the quality of the door installation.

I have a Golden Retriever that weighs around 70lbs. How do I know what size to get my pet? Should I purchase the Ruff Weather Dog Door Extra Large?

We recommend you take a look at our measurement guide; finding the right pet door has more to do with height than weight. You may need the Ideal Ruff Weather Dog Door Super Large depending on your pup's height.

How much does shipping cost?

Shipping is calculated at checkout.