doggy door

Canine entry flap

A doggy door is a small hinged flap cut into a door or wall that allows pets to enter and exit a house independently.

The flap typically swings both ways and may lock for security.

Also called a pet door or dog door: We installed a doggy door so the cat could get to the backyard.

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entrance size and formality

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Ostentatious way to appear

main entrance · front door · main gate · double doors · garage door

access control

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Secured portal requiring key

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Known to kids · Used worldwide · Timeless · Concrete · Positive · Everyday, not technical · Rated G