Will my cat be able to jump
or climb over the gate?
We have many customers using Retract-A-Gate successfully with cats.
Most cats are usually
inclined not to jump up and over things; they want a flat surface
to land on first before they
jump back down. Since Retract-A-Gate does not offer a "ledge" for
them to jump up to,
most cats will not jump over the gate.
What is the mesh fabric made of and how durable is it?
The mesh used for Retract-A-Gate is a tough reinforced polymer composite material.
It's very durable, yet still allows you to clearly see
through it. In other applications this same mesh is used for truck tarps to hold down cargo.
The mesh material is UV, mildew, and highly scratch/claw resistant and has been extensively tested for pets with great results.
As tough as the mesh is, it will not have a long life if used for pets with behavioral problems or ones which persistently scratch or chew.
For pets (namely dogs) with these issues, we recommend you use a solid steel gate.
As with any new pet, training is an important part of their care, and pets should be trained to respect items within your home including new things brought into their environment.
This goes for everything from new babies to gates which block their path. Even well behaved pets can sometimes act unexpectedly, but good training will avoid most problems.
Will my cat be able to get under the gate?
When mounted correctly, Retract-A-Gate will sit flush with the floor
with only about a 1/4
inch gap below the mesh. When the gate is locked, no more material
can be pulled from
the reel so the mesh can not be easily pushed up. Most cats do not
burrow or dig so this is
normally not a problem. Additionally, the gaps on the left and right
of the gate are less
than 2 inches which is too small for most cats to fit through. |
