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Pet Doors in Glass
Pet doors in glass, a paw-some solution for pet owners!
As a pet owner, you know your furry companion often changes their mind about being inside or out. We love them dearly but it can be frustrating. At O’Brien Glass, we have the purr-fect solution! A pet door expertly and seamlessly integrated into your glass window, door or panel in your home.
We can help you remove the hassle, create a pet-friendly environment whilst maintaining the aesthetics in your home. We use only toughened safety glass which is cut to size. This will withstand their comings and goings making our solution both durable and safe for you and your pet.
3 Steps to Installing your Pet Door in Glass
Here’s what to expect after booking an appointment with us.
- Our experienced Glazier will measure the existing glass panel and the location of the pet door opening on the first visit.
- We then work on creating your custom-made toughened glass panel. This could take up to 14 days as it is specially designed to fit your space and your chosen pet door. We’ll order in pet door as well.
- On the second visit, the glazier will remove your existing glass and install your custom-made toughened safety glass panel, that has your chosen pet door inserted into the cut-out.
See a real-life pet door in glass installation
In this video, we install a Large Pet Door in a fixed sliding door panel.
At the first appointment, our expert glazier will carefully take measurements of the glass panel you want the pet door installed in and can also assist with recommending the optimal placement of the pet door.
When the glazier returns for the second visit, they will skillfully remove your old glass and install the custom-made toughened glass panel with the pet door, using the latest tools and techniques.
Helping you make the right choice for your pet and home.
Our glaziers have installed thousands of pet doors into glass. It can be a daunting process but we take care everything – easy!
We’ll help you select the right size door for your pet, talk you through all the options in your home for where you could have your pet door installed, how high to position it, and when it is installed, help you with a few tips on how you could get your pooch or kitty to use the door. The whole process takes about two weeks, and we’ll keep you updated every step of the way.
Handy Tip!
Once your pet door is installed, spend some time showing your furry friend how to use their new door confidently.
Try leaving treats just outside to tempt them through the door and reassure them with lots of cuddles when they get it right to create that positive association.
Soon, they’ll be going in and out with ease, and relishing in their newfound freedom.
Browse our range of pet doors in glass
SMALL CAT/DOG DOOR
Suitable for cats and small dogs up to a Maltese size
Specifications:
- Frame Material: Circular Clear Polycarbonate
- Diameter: 287mm
- Flap Width: 180mm / Flap Height: 170mm (Solid Clear Polycarbonate Flap)
- Best suited pet type: For cats | For dogs up to a Maltese size
- Minimum window/door opening: 467mm (h) x 467mm (w)
- Suitable for sliding doors and double-glazed units
- Lockable
MEDIUM DOG DOOR
Suitable for dogs up to the size of a Beagle
Specifications:
- Frame Material: Circular Clear Polycarbonate
- Diameter: 400mm
- Flap Width: 285mm / Flap Height: 245mm (Solid Clear Polycarbonate Flap)
- Best suited pet type: For dogs up to the size of a Beagle
- Minimum window/door opening: 585mm (h) x 585mm (w)
- Suitable for sliding doors and double-glazed units
- Lockable
LARGE DOG DOOR
Suitable for dogs up to the size of a Labrador
Specifications:
- Frame Material: Rectangular Black or White Solid Polycarbonate
- Frame: 520mm (h) x 385mm (w)
- Flap Width: 295mm / Flap Height: 425mm (Solid Clear & Obscured Polycarbonate Flap)
- Best suited pet type: For dogs up to the size of a Labrador
- Minimum window/door opening: 675mm (h) x 540mm (w)
- May be suitable for sliding doors, including fixed panel of the sliding door (our glazier will confirm on first appointment)
- Suitable for double-glazed units
- Lockable
FAQs
More on our pet doors in glass
Here are some of the most commonly asked questions to help you decide the right door for your pet.
We offer a range of glass-compliant pet doors from renowned brands that are made from tough polycarbonate plastic, which is ideal for installation into glass. To ensure a safe and long-lasting installation, each of our pet door types has a minimum panel requirement.
To assist with your enquiry, please have measurements of the glass panel (and photos as well).
We have a tried and tested range of pet doors available for installation. There are three sizes available – small, medium and large, and suit both cats and dogs (of up to a Labrador size). See our pet door range above
Remember if you have a puppy, you will need to ensure the door you select is big enough to accommodate your pet when it is fully grown.
Our consultants can help you choose the best door for your pet and discuss what you need to consider when thinking of where to place the pet door as well.
We recommend you choose a door that will suit your full-grown pet. Refer to the weight-range guide (for each pet door in our range) as an indicator of the most appropriate door size to choose. View our range of pet doors above.
If you are unsure, our expert glazing consultants can help you choose a suitable pet door – if you can confirm your dog’s breed, weight, chest width & shoulder height.
The location of your pet door should allow your pet easy or level access to a garden or safe space away from busy roads. At O’Brien Glass, we only install pet doors in glass, most suited to low-level glazed panels in a door, sidelight or a lowlight panel located on the perimeter of a room.
We also install pet doors on sliding glass doors, as long as appropriate consideration is given to allow for the passing gap when the doors are opened.
We suggest that your pet door should not be easily visible from the street as this could be an access point for burglars.
When our glaziers visit your premises for the initial visit, they’ll work with you to recommend the best location for your pet door that’s safe for your pet and your family.
No. It’s important to first determine a few important details before deciding on where the best place is to install your pet door.
Things to consider include:
– the size of the pet door
– the minimum glass panel size for the chosen pet door and
– the type of window or door that you’re thinking of installing the pet door into. For example, some pet doors cannot be installed in sliding doors.
Our O’Brien Glass solutions team will be able to assist in determining if where you’re thinking of putting the pet door will work. Be prepared to provide measurements of the glass panels (and photos) to help with your enquiry. If you are unsure where to put the pet door, our O'Brien Glass glazier can help when they visit your premises for the initial visit. We’ll work with you to recommend the best location for your pet door that’s safe for your pet and your family.
At O’Brien Glass, we only install pet doors in glass as this is our speciality. Our chosen range of pet doors are glass compliant, so you can be sure that your chosen door solution will be safely and securely installed, keeping your family and pet safe.
For safety and durability purposes, we only use toughened glass. This custom-made glass has to be precisely cut to size to suit your requirements, including the hole where the pet door will be installed. Toughened glass is more resilient to the constant flexing and knocking it will endure as your pet goes in and out of the door.
Learn the steps involved in our pet door installation process here.
How much does a pet door in glass installation cost?
The cost of installing a pet door in glass depends on the size of the glass panel being replaced. Since we install toughened glass where the pet door will go, the price we quote includes the cost of the pet door, replacing the glass and the glazier’s time.
We’ve installed thousands of pet doors in all kinds of glass, so you can be assured of a quality installation that is safe for your pet and family. We’ll be able to provide an estimate over the phone based on the measurements of the glass panel you’re wanting to install the pet door in. When the glazier attends for the first appointment, they can confirm the cost and any recommended changes.
Call us on 1800 018 886 or chat with us online.
How do I make a booking?
Call us on 1800 018 886 24/7 or chat online, and our friendly consultants can advise on a solution to suit your needs. We can also assist with pricing and scheduling an expert glazier to complete your job.
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