You will need a glass adapter to install its version into double glazing. Or to go through walls you will need tunnels For our trade customers, we have left the screw caps of these pictures so you can easily see the fixing points. the fixings and screw caps are supplied in the box Microchip cat flaps use a similar scanner, inserted into the cat flap itself in the form of a sensor. Setup is extremely easy: you simply introduce your cat’s microchip to the sensor and the cat flap will store its information. Most flaps will also let you register multiple cats. Those of us who are already servants to our feline overlords might be laughing at the idea that you can train a cat to do anything. However, there are some simple tips you can try to make your cat use a new cat flap with ease. Cat flaps in general are a godsend for those of us who are servants to moggies, meaning we don’t have to get up and down every five minutes to let a cat in or out through a window or door. Allowing cats access to the outside world, in a safe environment, gives them the best life possible, so it’s worth investing in a good cat flap to let them come and go as they please.

If you would like to learn more about this cat flap, read our full SureFlap Microchip Cat Flap review. This high-quality product with its unique trimmable door liner assures neat, easy installation in all doors and walls and is also recommended for very thin panels and screens. For our trade customers, we have left the screw caps in these pictures so you can easily see the fixing points. the fixings and screw caps are supplied in the box. Do make sure that your cat’s microchip is one that’s recognised by the cat flap you choose. Some older microchips and foreign chips may not work with a microchip cat flap. Where should I install my cat flap?Setup is easy, with one-button programming. However, this flap is marginally slower to open than some others and this may take your cat a little while to get used to, so be patient. The cat flap has a green light that appears when a chip is read successfully, and the LED light will also indicate when the battery is running low. Powered by four AA batteries, battery life is impressive at around 12 months. Cat Mate White Large Cat FlapSpecially developed for the largest cats or small dogs a good-sized door with a gloss rigid frame that is both sturdy and easy to clean. Screws are hidden with push-in plugs. (Yorkshire Terriers, Pekinese, Dachshund, etc.) up to a shoulder height of 14" (360mm). The cat flap can also be easily fitted to walls or glass panels with an adapter kit (available separately).

Microchipping your cat by inserting a tiny chip into your pet is one of the easiest ways to keep it safe. The chip can then be read by a portable scanner, should your cat ever go missing and end up at a vet practice. It’s not harmful to the cat and takes very little time.

Prop the cat flap open with a peg or strong tape. Give your cat time to get used to going in and out through the hole and lower it slightly over time so that they have to start pushing it a little. If your cat is reluctant to use the flap, try enticing them through with their favourite treats. This door should be fitted at about the same height as your cat's stomach so the bottom of the door is cleared as your cat enters. It’s a really simple cat flap to programme, with just the push of a button and an LED indicator that flashes to let you know the microchip has been registered. You will need four AA batteries to power the cat flap, but users report that these last for around a year, making the Cat Mate even better value.