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Name: Door Buddy® Cat Door Prop
Brand: Door Buddy
SKU: DB-DOG-PROPW
Price: 20.99 USD
Availability: InStock

Door Buddy keeps your doors open just enough for your cats to pass through freely while keeping dogs and toddlers out of rooms with cat food, litter boxes, or other off-limit areas.

The Ultimate Dog And Baby Proofing Solution For Interior Doors!

Door Buddy cat door latch solutions including door prop and adjustable door strap that keep dogs and toddlers out while allowing cats safe access through interior doors.

HOW DOES IT WORK

Door Buddy works by creating an adjustable opening that keeps your door wide enough for cats to move freely while remaining narrow enough to block dogs and toddlers.

Installation is quick and simple, with the Door Strap attaching securely to the door and frame using strong 3M adhesive, and the Door Prop installing in place of the existing strike to grab the door latch and hold the door open.

Once installed, Door Buddy is easy to use, allowing you to open and close doors effortlessly while keeping pets or little ones out of restricted areas.

Dog & Baby Proof Your Home Today!

SAY GOODBYE TO EXPENSIVE AND INEFFECTIVE BABY GATES AND CAT DOORS!

Door Buddy is here to provide YOU with some relief from all these yucky and messy situations.

Now you can enjoy your pets without the hassle on your time and pocketbook.

Baby Gates

❌ Hard to use

❌ Bulky

❌ Hard for cats

Door Buddy

✔️ Easy to use

✔️ Space-saving

✔️ Easy for cats

Door Buddy cat door latch alternative to cutting a hole in your door for a cat door, allowing cats through while keeping dogs out.

Cat Doors

❌ Tricky to install

❌ Permanent

❌ Not adjustable

Door Buddy

✔️ Easy to install

✔️ Removable

✔️ Adjustable

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Door Buddy Door Prop pet door latch for interior doors, dog gate alternative that keeps dogs and toddlers out while letting cats access litter box rooms.

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Door Buddy Door Prop cat door alternative and dog proof door latch for interior doors that keeps dogs and toddlers out of litter box rooms.

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Door Buddy pet door prop for interior doors, dog gate alternative and adjustable door latch for pets that keeps dogs out of litter box and cat food rooms.

Door Buddy Door Prop cat door alternative and dog proof door latch for interior doors designed to keep dogs and toddlers out while allowing cats to pass through.

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Door Buddy Door Prop pet door latch and dog gate alternative for interior doors that creates a small opening for cats while blocking dogs from litter box and cat food rooms.

Door Buddy® Cat Door Prop

TOP SELLER

Meet the Door Buddy Door Prop, the easiest pet door holder that keeps your dog out of the cat food and litter box!

It attaches to your door frame in place of the existing strike and securely props your door by grabbing onto the door latch when pulling the door to the closed position. Works perfectly with standard left and right-swinging interior doors.

It is strong, adjustable, easy to install, and convenient to use! The perfect no-cut cat door and pet gate alternative you've been looking for.

$ 20.99

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Meet the Door Buddy Door Prop, the easiest pet door holder that keeps your dog out of the cat food and litter box!

It is strong, adjustable, easy to install, and convenient to use! The perfect no-cut cat door and pet gate alternative you've been looking for.

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A fluffy black cat walks through a partially open door held in place by The Door Buddy adjustable door prop. The door prop creates a small opening that allows the cat to pass through easily while helping keep dogs and babies out of the room.

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.

A fluffy blue eyed cat sits on a carpet next to unopened Door Buddy door prop packaging. The image highlights the Door Buddy cat door prop as a simple solution that lets cats move between rooms while helping keep dogs and toddlers out.

A dog sits behind a partially open door held in place by The Door Buddy door prop. The adjustable prop creates a small gap that allows cats to pass through while helping keep dogs out of the room.

dog peeking through from being blocked from entering room by Door Buddy Cat Door Prop

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 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.

A dog tries to push through a door that is held slightly open by The Door Buddy door prop. The adjustable prop creates a small opening that allows cats to pass through while helping keep dogs out of the room.

A fluffy Pomeranian sits behind unopened Door Buddy door prop packaging. The image highlights the Door Buddy cat door prop as a simple way to hold a door slightly open so cats can pass through while helping keep dogs and babies out

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 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 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 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 fluffy cat approaches a partially open door held in place by The Door Buddy door prop. The adjustable prop creates a small gap that allows cats to move freely between rooms while helping keep dogs and babies out.

A black cat sits beside unopened Door Buddy door prop packaging on a soft white surface. The image highlights the Door Buddy cat door prop as a simple way to hold a door slightly open so cats can move freely between rooms while keeping dogs and babies out.

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 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 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.

WHICH DOOR LATCH IS THE BEST FOR YOUR HOME

Gray kitten next to text promoting the Door Buddy cat door latch for keeping dogs and toddlers out of litter box rooms.

Door Buddy Door Strap and Door Stop product packaging designed to keep dogs and toddlers out while letting cats pass through.

PICK A STRAP COLOR

Door Buddy Door Prop packaging showing the adjustable strike plate replacement that keeps dogs out while allowing cats through.

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Easy Installation

Strong 3M Adhesives

Replace strike plate with Door Prop

Adjustable

Between 0 & 6 inches

Between 3 & 5,5 inches

Accessible

From either side of the door

Convenient

Just flip the hook up to unlock

Just turn the knob/level to enter

Closable

Remove door stopper to close

Push prop to side to close door

Portable

Semi - not easily moved

Easily move to another door

Door Types

ALL! Double, Pocket, Standard

Standard swinging doors only

What Customers Say

Works like a CHARM

Truly a GAME CHANGER

Easy Installation

Strong 3M Adhesives

Replace strike plate with Door Prop

Which Door Latch Is

The Best For Your Home

Door Buddy adjustable door strap product packaging for creating a pet access gap in interior doors.

PICK A STRAP COLOR

Door Buddy Door Prop product packaging for holding a door slightly open to allow cat access.

BUY THE PROP NOW

Easy Installation

Strong 3M Adhesives

Replace strike plate with Door Prop

Adjustable

Between 0 & 6 inches

Between 3 & 5,5 inches

Convenient

Just flip the hook up to unlock

Just turn the knob/level to enter

Closable

Remove door stopper to close

Push prop to side to close door

Portable

Semi - not easily moved

Easily move to another door

Door Types

ALL! Double, Pocket, Standard

Standard swinging doors only

What Customers Say

Works like a

CHARM

Truly a

GAME CHANGER

IS THE DOOR BUDDY RIGHT FOR MY FURMILY?

There is no greater love than the love of your precious little one or the love you have for your furbabies.

But, a household with a new crawler exploring your cat's space or a household with a dog that constantly raids the kitty litter can be frustrating.

Then, of course, you may have a skittish cat who needs plenty of space from your little one or dog! Or what about a cat who constantly meows because they simply can't stand the sight of a closed-door?

Are you tired of the struggle, the fights, and the sleepless nights? Let Door Buddy help!

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Door Buddy Door Prop dog proofing door latch installed to keep dogs out of the litter box room while allowing cats to pass through.

STILL HAVE QUESTIONS?

Will the Door Buddy be strong enough for my dog?

For most dogs, ABSOLUTELY! Our customers have dogs ranging anywhere from 12 to 120 pounds and they love it. A lot of them are pleasantly surprised by how strong the adhesives are and how well they hold up to added pressure.

When the Door Buddy Door Prop is secured in the latched position, there will be no movement when the dog pushes or pulls on the door which makes it a lot stronger cat door latch allowing it to hold up to much bigger dogs. This makes it a great choice for strong and enthusiastic dogs.

If the Door Buddy Door Strap is suited better for your situation, please review our Installation Guide for alternative methods of installation. Using Method 3 is the strongest and will provide the greatest resistance to pressure.

However, please note that if your dog is much smaller than your cat or if you have a very aggressive dog, it may not work. If you're in doubt, check out our reviews for experiences from real customers.
Will Door Buddy be strong enough to keep my baby/toddler out?

It depends on what stage you consider as a toddler. It is usually best to start using Door Buddy early when your baby just starts crawling. Then, when they reach the toddler stage they will know that room is "off-limits" already.

If you start using the Door Buddy Door Strap when your little one is older than 2 years old, then there is a chance that they will be able to push hard enough for the adhesives to come off. However, please review the Installation Guide for alternative installation methods. Using Method 3 is the strongest and will provide the greatest resistance to pressure.

If you're using the Door Prop, please note that it would no longer be effective once they are old enough to reach the door knob/handle and can open doors.

Just remember that Door Buddy is intended only as a deterrent and is meant to make your and your cat's lives easier. Like any baby-proofing product, it is NOT a substitute for proper adult supervision.
My dog is smaller than my cat, will it work for me?
Will it work for my door?

Yes! Door Buddy Door Strap works perfectly on left and right swinging doors, doors that push or pull open, pocket doors, barn doors, double doors, and bi-fold doors. You can even install it on the back of the door for greater strength and resistance to pressure.

Door Buddy Door Prop works great on standard indoor left or right swinging doors. Unfortunately, it is not suitable for pocket doors, barn doors, sliding doors, double doors, or bi-fold doors. Here, the strap will work better.

For more information on our installation process, it's best to visit our Installation Guide. Here you will find our tips and tricks to ensure that your Door Buddy is fully optimized for your home.
What stops the door from closing and pinching fingers or tails?

The Door Buddy Door Strap offers lots of flexibility in installation. However, due to it being a strap, it doesn't prevent the door from closing. That is exactly why we created the combo pack that includes a pinch guard/door stopper. The pinch guard/door stopper stops the door from closing and prevents pinched fingers and pets from getting locked in or out of rooms. See Door Buddy Installation Guide for example in Method 4.

Our door prop has a different design and is made from sturdy plastic. It keeps the door propped securely at the desired width, preventing it from closing.
How wide / narrow can I set Door Buddy?
Both the Door Buddy Door Strap and Door Buddy Door Prop are designed to provide flexibility and adjustability to meet your specific needs.

Door Buddy Door Strap: This strap offers high customizability, allowing you to adjust the door opening width from 0 inches up to a maximum of 8 inches, depending on how and where you install it. Simply utilize the tri-glide adjuster on the strap to achieve your desired width.

Door Buddy Door Prop: The Door Prop offers an adjustable width ranging from approximately 3 inches to 5.5 inches. This range accommodates most cat sizes and effectively blocks access for dogs and young children. To make adjustments, follow these steps:

Loosen the small screws that hold the two parts of the Door Prop together.

Slide the parts closer together or further apart until you reach the ideal width for your requirements.

Once the desired width is set, use the provided T8 Torx wrench to securely re-tighten the screws, ensuring they are fully locked.

Important Note: Make sure to fully tighten the small screws. If the door prop still slides, continue to tighten the screws. Sometimes even a quarter turn can make a significant difference, transforming it from unlocked (sliding) to locked (non-sliding). But, also be mindful not to overtighen because that can damage the threading that enables proper locking.

Depending on your needs, here are recommended settings for Door Buddy Products:

Widest Width (5 - 6 inches): Ideal for blocking entry to most large dogs while permitting smaller animals like cats and small dogs to pass through freely.

Medium Width (3 - 6 inches): Effective at blocking access for medium and large-sized dogs and preventing babies from entering the room. Cats can still enter as needed.

Narrowest Width (0 - 3 inches): This setting is perfect for restricting access to most cats and dogs. It's recommended for situations where you want ventilation without access or when you're using Door Buddy to introduce pets.

By adjusting your Door Buddy products to these settings, you can efficiently manage room access while ensuring the safety and convenience of your pets and children.
How much is shipping and how long will it take to get my order?
Shipping Costs:

USA shipping is FREE for all orders.

Canada: Flat rate price of $14.50 per order. Also available on Amazon.ca.

Europe (excl. UK): Calculated during checkout. Consider purchasing on Amazon.co.uk for faster delivery.

UK: Available for purchase on Amazon.co.uk.

Delivery Times:

All orders are shipped within 24 hours, Monday through Friday. Upon shipment of your order, you will receive a tracking number.

USA: 3-5 ~ business days typically, but please allow up to 7 days.

Canada: 6 - 9 ~ business days typically, but please allow up to 30 days.
What if I am not satisfied?

We are confident that you will love your Door Buddy and therefore offer a 90-day, hassle-free, money-back guarantee. If you are not 100% satisfied, simply return it, and we will refund the full purchase price.

However, we are dedicated to Door Buddy, making your life easier! We are always happy to help you troubleshoot and will offer personalized suggestions to make it work better for your situation.

Contact us or refer to our refunds and return policy.
How is the Door Buddy dog products different to the baby products?

REAL REVIEWS BY REAL PEOPLE

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If it breaks or doesn't work for you, please get in touch. We will replace it or issue you a 100% refund.

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OUR STORY

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 simple, practical 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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