
Dog Doors for Windows
Frequently Asked Questions
Why aren’t these available in larger sizes?
Most windows are not big enough to accommodate the larger pet door sizes. Plus, due to their position in the home, window pet doors are best used for cats who are entering the backyard and an enclosed catio. A cat door for window is a great way to provide your cat the freedom to come and go.
How are the Endura Flap Pet Doors for Windows secured to my window?
The window inserts have a spring-loaded design, which means that they use pressure to stay secured to your window track. If you are looking to install the pet door panel semi-permanently, then you can screw it into the track. You can loosen the screw whenever you are ready to remove the window panel.
How do I lock the window pet door?
If you want to keep your pet from going in or out, you can use the locking cover to block access to the dog or cat door for window.
But if you want to prevent people from opening your window, you will need to insert a dowel or a Charley bar to hold your sliding window pane in place against the window panel. This works for both horizontal opening and sash windows.
Will the Endura Flap window dog door keep out the weather?
Yes! Even if there are no double flap options, all Endura Flap products are made with insulation and energy efficiency in mind. Every flap is lined with magnets to create an airtight seal, and you can add weather stripping around the panel to block out any drafts.
Every Endura Flap window pet door insert is also made with Low-e glass, which prevents sunlight from heating up your home during the summer. Just as our magnetic door flap prevents your heating bills from going up, the Low-e glass prevents your cooling bills from skyrocketing as well.
Is it possible to switch which side of the Thermo Sash 3e that the pet door is on?
Yes, it is! Just follow these few easy steps:
- Remove the screws on the top and bottom of the flap assembly.
- Slide the flap assembly out of the window panel.
- Flip the flap assembly upside down and slide it back in.
- Secure the screws and install the pet door back into your window track.
- Test to make sure the pet door is secure and working properly.
How do I make the Thermo Sash 3e smaller than the 22” adjustment height minimum?
You can trim down the spring-loaded piece on the side of the Thermo Sash panel, which will give you an extra ¾” of compression. This will allow the panel to fit doors that are about 21-¼”. Due to the glass in the window panel, you won’t be able to make it any smaller.
Your Endura Flap Pet Door is not wide enough for my window, but only by an inch. Do I have to order a custom size?
Nope! You can add a width extension to make your panel fit your window. Start by cutting a board to the height and length you need. Then slide it into the adjustment channel on either side of the door.
Is installing a window pet door easy?
Installing a window pet door panel is very easy. The spring-loaded adjustment piece at the top allows for tool-free installation and removal in just a few minutes. See the Sash Window installation page and Sliding Door installation page (a side-sliding window is essentially a mini sliding glass door, so the install process is the same) for more details. See our installation video archives to learn about other installation options.