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INSTALLATION GUIDE

Door Buddy Door Strap

This installation guide applies to all the dog proofing and baby proofing Door Buddy Door Strap products

Door Buddy products are designed to make life simpler for you and your cat.

We realize that no two households are exactly alike.

Door types, door handles, door materials, and door finishes vary widely. Plus, the size, shape, and temperament of your cat, dog, or baby will definitely be unique to you as well.

But that is exactly why we chose Door Buddy Door Strap's particular design. The adjustability of the strap and the adhesives on the plastic parts give you the flexibility to install it in the way that best suits your needs.

Below, we have put together the basic installation steps and a few alternative methods as a guide to help you determine which method best suits your situation.

INSTALLATION STEPS

Hand peeling the adhesive backing off Door Buddy door strap mounting pads before installation.

1. Remove paper backing from parts

Hand pressing the Door Buddy adhesive pad onto a door frame to install the door strap anchor.

2. Stick parts onto door and door frame

Hand inserting the Door Buddy strap hook into the latch piece to secure the door strap.

3. Insert hook into latch to lock

Door Buddy strap being adjusted to change the door opening width for pet access.

4. Adjust strap to desired length

VARIOUS INSTALLATION METHODS

Door Buddy door strap installed on a door that pushes open to the right, keeping the door partially open for cat access while restricting dogs and toddlers.

1. Basic

Works perfect for newly crawling babies, well-mannered & non-persistent dogs!

cat doors for interior doors - right swinging door

Door Buddy door strap mounted on the back of a door and the front of the door frame on a door that pulls open to the left for a stronger installation.

2. Back of Door - Front of Door Frame

Works great with early-stage toddlers, more persistent, and larger dogs. The adhesives are able to withstand more pressure.

Door Buddy door strap installed on the back of the door and front of the door frame on a door that pulls open to the right to prevent wider opening.

Door Buddy door strap installed on the back of the door and inside edge of the door frame for a strong, tamper-resistant installation.

3. Back of Door - Inside of Door Frame

The strongest method of installation for the chronic trouble makers. :) However, it is also the least adjustable so make sure your cat will fit through before placing adhesives.

Side view of Door Buddy door strap mounted inside the door frame with the strap angled to limit how far the door opens.

Door Buddy door strap used together with a door stopper to keep the door from closing while maintaining a safe gap for cats.

4. Door Buddy With Door Stopper

Pair Door Buddy with the Door Stopper in our Combo Pack to not only protect little fingers but also to prevent the door from closing & leaving your cat locked in a room

Illustration showing Door Buddy strap paired with an over-door stopper to prevent the door from closing while allowing adjustable pet access.

DOOR BUDDY DOOR STRAP

WORKS WITH ANY INTERIOR DOOR TYPE

POCKET DOOR

DOUBLE DOOR

BI-FOLD DOOR

IMPORTANT NOTES

Installation Tips:

Clean the surface well and allow it to fully dry before mounting the adhesives.
Plan ahead and be sure you know exactly where you want to place the parts, keeping in mind that the location you decide to mount each part will determine the minimum and maximum width of the door opening.
Install on your door and door frame only. Do NOT install on your wall.
Let the adhesive cure for at least 24 - 72 hours for maximum strength.
For best success, install on the back of the door (method 3). This will place the least amount of pressure on the adhesives.

Please remember that at the end of the day, it is only adhesive. We have found that the Door Buddy Door Strap works best when you are also proactive by discouraging your baby or dog from continually pushing on the door.

Most of the time, they will lose interest and leave that room alone, while you and your cat still have easy, quick, and convenient access to the room.

How to Remove the Door Buddy Door Strap:

To prepare for the removal, heat the adhesive with a hairdryer for several minutes to soften the glue. You can then use your hand to twist the plastic part clockwise or counterclockwise so it separates from the adhesive still attached to the actual surface. Once the plastic is separated from the adhesive, simply roll the adhesive into a ball with your fingertip and remove it from the surface.

Alternatively, after heating the adhesive, you can use fishing line or dental floss to slide side to side between the adhesive and the door/door frame surface. This works really well to remove without any damage, but it is not guaranteed.

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A black dog stands behind a partially open door that is secured by The Door Buddy door strap. The adjustable strap creates a small opening that allows cats to pass through while helping keep dogs out of the room.

A smiling husky lies on a hardwood floor next to unopened Door Buddy cat door strap packaging. The image highlights the Door Buddy door strap as a simple way to hold a door partially open so cats can pass through while helping keep dogs out.

A cat reaches through a partially open door that is secured by The Door Buddy door strap. The adjustable strap creates a small opening that allows cats to pass through while helping keep dogs and babies out of the room.

A baby looks up at a partially open door held in place by The Door Buddy door strap. The adjustable strap keeps the door open just enough for cats to pass through while helping prevent babies and toddlers from entering the room.

Two dogs stand behind a partially open door secured by The Door Buddy door strap. The adjustable strap keeps the door open just enough for cats to pass through while helping keep dogs out of the room.

A black and white cat sits beside unopened Door Buddy door strap packaging while a happy dog sits in the background. The image highlights the Door Buddy cat door strap as a simple way to keep dogs out of a room while still allowing cats to pass through easily.

Two dogs sit outside a partially open glass door that is secured by The Door Buddy door strap. The adjustable strap keeps the door open just enough for cats to pass through while helping keep dogs out of the room.

A baby stands behind a partially open door that is held in place by The Door Buddy door strap. The adjustable strap keeps the door open just enough for cats to pass through while helping prevent babies and toddlers from entering the room.

A dog holds unopened Door Buddy door strap packaging in its mouth. The image highlights the Door Buddy cat door strap as a simple solution that keeps dogs out of a room while still allowing cats to pass through easily.

A toddler looks through a partially open door that is being held in place by The Door Buddy door strap. The adjustable door strap creates a small opening that allows cats through while helping prevent toddlers from entering the room.

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They say necessity is the mother of invention and that is exactly how the “Door Buddy” came to be. Litter Boxes, cat food, and the water bowl all seemed to be magnets for our little one.

A child gate seemed like a solution, but was more trouble than it was worth. A fruitless online search led us to conclude that there needed to be a cost-effective easy solution. After much brainstorming, the Door Buddy was born.

Easy to install and easy to use, Door Buddy keeps your little ones and even dogs out of places they shouldn’t be and still allows your cat to have easy access to his or her litter box, food, and water.

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