{"id":12498,"date":"2024-04-02T07:13:57","date_gmt":"2024-04-02T05:13:57","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.schluesseldienst-muenchen.de\/unkategorisiert\/was-ist-eine-hundeklappe-die-hundeklappe-verstandlich-erklart\/"},"modified":"2026-06-26T11:26:53","modified_gmt":"2026-06-26T09:26:53","slug":"what-is-a-dog-door-a-simple-explanation-of-dog-doors","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.schluesseldienst-muenchen.de\/en\/glossary\/what-is-a-dog-door-a-simple-explanation-of-dog-doors\/","title":{"rendered":"What is a dog door? A simple explanation of dog doors!"},"content":{"rendered":"

A dog flap is an opening in a door that allows a dog to leave and enter the house whenever it wants. The same concept also exists as a cat flap. Dog flaps come in different sizes and can be installed in various types of doors. They are usually made of either plastic or aluminum and are kept closed with magnets as long as the dog is not using them, preventing drafts, rain, or heat from entering the interior.<\/p>\n

The larger the dog flap, the higher the potential risk of burglary. This is because through a very large dog flap, through which a large dog can pass, a burglar can often also pass, allowing them to avoid the effort of breaking in.<\/p>\n

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Mechanical and electronic dog flaps<\/h2>\n

There are mechanical and electronic dog flaps. Both types can be deactivated so that they can no longer be opened when desired. However, the major disadvantage of a purely mechanical dog flap is that\u2014even if it is quite small and a person cannot pass through it\u2014uninvited guests can still enter: other dogs or even cats.<\/p>\n

The situation is different with dog flaps equipped with a chip or sensor, as these react to a chip that the dog receives from the veterinarian or to a sensor attached to its body. The dog flap can only be used when the electronics recognize the correct chip or sensor. The sensor is usually sold together with the dog flap and attached to the animal\u2019s collar.<\/p>\n

The major problem with a collar-mounted sensor is that a dog can lose it\u2014this unfortunately happens when a dog plays roughly\u2014and then the dog flap is no longer usable. In such cases, you need sufficient replacement sensors or must repeatedly request replacements from the manufacturer.<\/p>\n

A dog flap can be activated and deactivated. A deactivated dog flap can no longer be used by the dog because it remains closed. In terms of burglary protection, it is important to remember to deactivate the dog flap at least at night every day, and of course also whenever you are away from home for a longer period.<\/p>\n

Burglary protection for your home: Contact Locksmith service Munich – Mario Pichelmaier<\/h2>\n

Especially in large cities, the topic of burglary protection<\/a> unfortunately plays a very important role, as break-ins occur more and more frequently\u2014through the dog flap, the basement window, a secondary entrance door<\/a>, or\u2014less commonly\u2014directly through the front door<\/a>.<\/p>\n

If you want better protection against break-ins and wish to prevent criminals from even attempting to enter your property, we are happy to help, as we are an experienced and reliable security technology specialist company. We can inspect your home and identify potential weak points. If desired, we will then create a burglary protection concept for you and implement it as needed. This may include security systems such as alarm systems, motion detectors<\/a>, security locks, window grilles<\/a>, and much more\u2014depending on your individual situation. All products we install come from reputable manufacturers whose product ranges we know well and in which we have full confidence.<\/p>\n

Your 24\/7 emergency locksmith service with transparent fixed prices<\/h2>\n

We are not only a specialist company for security technology but also an always-available locksmith service<\/a>. If you can no longer enter your home because you lost or forgot your key, or because it broke inside the lock, we are there for you immediately\u2014no matter when you call. 24 hours a day and 365 days a year, a locksmith near you is on standby and will leave immediately after your call.<\/p>\n

All our services\u2014whether damage-free and careful door opening<\/a>, professional lock replacement, or the creation of a burglary protection concept\u2014are offered at transparent and fair fixed prices<\/a>. We provide you with a fixed quote over the phone, which will remain unchanged. You can rely 100% on the fact that our invoices will never exceed the initially agreed price; that is our fixed-price guarantee!<\/p>\n

Whether you need burglary protection for your dog flap or a fast emergency door opening, Locksmith Munich \u2013 Mario Pichelmaier<\/a> is always the right choice for these and similar situations!<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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