I need a gate to keep my chihuahua confined from bedrooms and bathroom litter boxes. Would this gate be short enough for cats to jump over?
1342411
yes its no problem for a cat. just be careful they aren't the strongest, couple trips over them and they'll break.
1342412
The gate is not that tall and I don't see why a healthy cat could not jump over this gate. I'm looking at it right now and I feel confident a normal cat will be able to jump it.
1342413
I believe this gate is a good size to keep chihuahuas in check, but should be no obstacle for any cat worth his whiskers.
1342414
I would say it probably is short enough if your cats are full grown. I also like the fact that it will extend to fit an extra large opening. I hope this helps.
655018
Most likely, yes. The gate has side support bars, perpendicular to the gate itself and touching the floor. I have two dogs under 30 pounds, and one of them was able to move the gate by jumping into it repeatedly.
1625616
I house/pet sit and bring my cat with me. I bought this gate to keep her from the house pets, sometimes cats, sometimes dogs. I LOVE this gate. It is the best height for safety. The mesh screening is small enough so a cat couldn't stick a paw thru, but if you are introducing cats, they can still eyeball each other. It also is secure in mounting b/c it has many grooves to adjust the gate to exactly the width you need. I feel my cat is very safe with this gate. Plus it's very sturdy. Good luck with your intro!
64451
The critters COULD knock it over if they tried, which they haven't. The dogs could even jump over it easily, but it hasn't occurred to them yet, either. The gate is going across a big double-door to my second bedroom, preventing the dogs from raiding the cat litter box (disgusting creatures that they are). Just to make sure, I sandwiched one side of the gate between the wall and a heavy object, in this case the bucket with the litter. On the other side, I just folded out the extra leg a bit to give it stability. Have had the gate for about 2 months now, no problem. The cats hop right over it. The critters COULD knock it over if they tried, which they haven't. The dogs could even jump over it easily, but it hasn't occurred to them yet, either. The gate is going across a big double-door to my second bedroom, preventing the dogs from raiding the cat litter box (disgusting creatures that they are). Just to make sure, I sandwiched one side of the gate between the wall and a heavy object, in this case the bucket with the litter. On the other side, I just folded out the extra leg a bit to give it stability. Have had the gate for about 2 months now, no problem. The cats hop right over it.
1625617
I did not use if for that reason, however I do use it to keep the cats from the bird when I'm not home..... An agile cat could jump this gate if it wants to. My suggestion would be to use this on the bottom and place another baby gate on top of it to make it too tall to jump. I've had to do that as well. Good luck. I hope the cats become fast friends.
1900332
My puppy (6 lbs) was able to collapse it and tip it over to escape, so I would say your cat could do the same.
302749
That would depend upon the size of your chihuahua. We have 3 dogs, the smallest is a 12 pound jackapoo. If he could get through the gate, he would have already. We are very happy with the construction and functionality and purpose of the gate. j
1800983
I would say no. It didn't work for our 6 LB chihuahua because her back is too high. The tunnel is pretty clearly made for cats as they are more flexible in that area.
972848
Maybe, I am answering not from home. lets just say my mini pin Chihuahua mix has no problem but she is on small side. my Cat uses it sometimes and is bigger but has to hunch down to get in.
2054209
I have used this gate for years and any fairly nimble cat can DEFINITELY jump it. Even my highest jumping dog couldn't clear it, but none of my 3 cats (even my older, lazy one) has had a problem jumping it when they want to. The cats usually jump to the top and stand there and then jump down. The top bar is only about 3/4 of an inch wide but that is plenty for most cats to stand on. However, I don't think there are many grown cats that could fit through the bars - the widest gap is less than 2.5 inches. None of my adult cats can go through the bars (smallest is 9 pounds), but a kitten could certainly get through. I have used this gate for years and any fairly nimble cat can DEFINITELY jump it. Even my highest jumping dog couldn't clear it, but none of my 3 cats (even my older, lazy one) has had a problem jumping it when they want to. The cats usually jump to the top and stand there and then jump down. The top bar is only about 3/4 of an inch wide but that is plenty for most cats to stand on. However, I don't think there are many grown cats that could fit through the bars - the widest gap is less than 2.5 inches. None of my adult cats can go through the bars (smallest is 9 pounds), but a kitten could... » Read More I have used this gate for years and any fairly nimble cat can DEFINITELY jump it. Even my highest jumping dog couldn't clear it, but none of my 3 cats (even my older, lazy one) has had a problem jumping it when they want to. The cats usually jump to the top and stand there and then jump down. The top bar is only about 3/4 of an inch wide but that is plenty for most cats to stand on. However, I don't think there are many grown cats that could fit through the bars - the widest gap is less than 2.5 inches. None of my adult cats can go through the bars (smallest is 9 pounds), but a kitten could certainly get through. « Show Less
2031613
2 inches between the bars. You might have an issue with the ends depending on the width of your door. Best gate for chihuahuas!
34952
Hi Karen. It depends on the size of your dogs. Unless they are very small they will figure it out and jump over it as my 2 cats did. But I put two mats widthwise across the door to my carpeted dining room and the extra width was too much area for them to easily breach.... so it worked for me. Also the mats were very effective to keep the little rascals of the sofa... bed... whatever. I would recommend them. Jan M.
1882232
I think most cats would be able to sneak through the bottom corners. The opening on the bottom corners is a little bit wider. Also, all cats I've ever owned could probably jump over this gate.
1703705
I believe your small dog would fit because my cat is 9 pounds and 2 of him would fit with room to spare. The opening would allow your smallish dog to foot through easily also.
2004167
Pretty confident to say yes. You would want to think of the size of the litter box. About shoe box size for the litter box would give your Chihuahua plenty of room. Our dogs like to hang out in there. Two dogs had gotten in there together and their total weight is about 40 pounds and there was still plenty of room. It's a very nice pen. It's safe and is user friendly. The top being able to come off makes all the difference for cleaning and resetting the inside of the pen. Good luck and we call ours "The Crib". It sounds more fun and hip!
1783461
Yes, but it's not as easy as getting in a regular cat box. I have the box in one room and now a pet gate across the door to that room so the cat has to hop the gate to use his box. Anything to try to keep my dogs from eating the cat poop...ewwww
348536
It is way more of a cat gate than a dog gate, though any cat younger than 7 would probably jump over it without a thought.