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Help keep both your pet and your home more secure and accessible with walk-through dog gates. These can also be helpful if your pup gets energetic or anxious when you have guests over. Whatever the case, sometimes your dog might benefit from a walk-through dog gate to help give them a secure space and also help keep them from getting underfoot. We sell a wide variety of dog gates that create solutions for all sorts of scenarios in which your pup needs a barrier. Take the following into consideration to help make sure you choose the best walk-through dog gate for you, your home and your pet:
Height The height of the gate should be tall enough so that your pet doesn’t jump over it. If your pup is prone to jumping, you’ll most likely want an extra tall dog gate. If they don’t jump or are a small- to medium-sized breed, a small dog gate with a shorter height should do the trick.
Width Walk-through pet gates typically fit a standard doorway. If you have a particularly wide doorway or walkway, choose one of our wide dog gates. Some expand to fit your desired width, while others are freestanding dog gates that have adjustable panels. Some freestanding dog gates can even be configured to create dog exercise pens.
Material Choose a wood dog gate if you’re looking for something functional and stylish, but keep in mind that this material may not be good for puppies in the chewing stage. Metal gates are sturdy and can be the most chew-proof option.
Yes, some dogs can jump over pet gates, so that’s why we sell extra tall dog gates to help make it harder for your energetic or mischievous pup to jump over their barrier. Purchase a tall gate to help keep your dog secure and contained.
The height of your dog gate depends on the size and temperament of your pup. We have extra tall dog gates, reaching 39- to 41-inches for those especially energetic, large dogs or even small clever escape artists. Standard dog gate heights run from 24- to 36-inches. If you have a small- to medium-sized dog or an older or very well-behaved dog, the standard size will often provide enough of a barrier.
The shortest walk-through pet gate available at Petco is 24-inches high. This height should work for small- to medium-sized dogs and older or less mobile dogs who may not be able to jump over the gate.