Please run through the order checklist on our homepage before you order to confirm your sliding door frame and lock compatibility (i.e., common standard sliding door heights and locks).

What is the Base Model Pet Door?

Our base model was a class leader for many years as we invented the system of the pet door having a bracket pre-attached to the pet door to be able to fix the pet door to the wall frame. This allowed the locks to then be transferred from the wall frame to the screen door adapter to lock your glass door and security screen. Unfortunately, we did not patent our design at the time and it was copied by a competitor. However, the base model has some set backs which are all outlined on the home page. Namely, you need to drill and screw and be handy and have tools to lock the sliding door to the pet door. This is fine if you own your home and are handy and are not planning on moving, or if you just want a panel to put in your laundry where security/sealing/aesthetics/locking may not be important. But for most customers, even those handy etc, drilling and cutting and screwing is not ideal. This is what led us to invent and patent (this time) our PatioLockTM system. The PatioLockTM model can lock without all the screwing, cutting, drilling, handy skills, tools, etc. Now most customers buy the Patiolock model, it is a no brainer really. Why screw and cut when you don't have to and the price difference is not significant in light of the fact that the pet doors will last many decades.  

So, the base model is a supreme quality Pet Door for Sliding Glass Doors. Just note you will have to screw and be handy if you want to lock it up. It is possible to get the base model pet door insert on its own if going in a laundry and security and sealing are NOT important. If you are putting it in a living area and/or you want it to seal and secure well, regardless of whether you have a screen door or not, it is strongly recommended to get the Screen Door Adapter with the pet door as this primarily seals and secures the glass door. 

How is the Base Model different to the PatioLockTM model?

Unlike the PatioLockTM model, the Base Model does NOT have its own locks to lock on to the existing glass door lock mechanisms. So another method to secure the glass door is needed, which tends to involve some degree of screwing, drilling, cutting, handy skills, time, hardware, inconvenience, and so on. Options for locking the base model set up are outlined below in the next section.

How do you lock the glass door when you buy our Base Model pet door for sliding doors? 

1. ADD the Screen Door Adapter at checkout. The Screen Door Adapter is needed to transfer the existing lock catch plate for the glass door from the wall frame on to the adapter. This process will lock the glass door to the pet door but it requires screwing, drilling, handy skills, about 2-3 hours to install (refer to the picture below for reference of transferring locks on to the adapter). You will be leaving screw holes in the sliding door frame and pet door, so not a good option for renters or home owners who do not want to leave holes in their frames. Note the Screen Door Adapter is also needed if you want to use your fly/security door (if you have one). 

2. Rod in track (included): A rod can be cut and placed in the floor track behind the sliding door (cutting required) to wedge the sliding door against the pet door. This simple yet crude option may suit those putting a pet door in the laundry and/or provides a way to wedge the glass door into a Screen Door Adapter without screwing holes (rather than transferring lock mechanisms). 

3. A patio bolt: This is a key operated pin that can be fitted to the sliding glass door frame to pin it against the pet door. However, drilling and screwing and handy skills are required to fit this and they cost about $15-20 each from hardwares.

Transferring locks onto the dog door for sliding door with a screen door adapter accessory:

The video below is 9-mins long (sorry!) but explains the difference between the Base Model and the PatioLockTM model in detail: 

Should I buy the PatiolockTM or Base model dog door for sliding doors?

This depends on your individual needs and circumstances. 

The Base Model is a good fit for the Home Owner AND Handy-skilled OR those on a Budget...If you are a home owner and have access to someone who is handy and has tools and are not fussed about screwing holes and cutting to size then the base model pet door is a good choice as it is cheaper and can achieve security for both the glass door and screen/security door. Please note you need to buy a screen door adapter if you want to transfer locks for the glass door for lock alignment, even if you don't have or care about your screen door. The base model pet door insert is also a great option for those on a tight budget because you can simply insert the pet door panel in the sliding door frame and then cut the rod (included with every pet door) to wedge the glass door against the pet door. Simple yet effective but also you are getting a premium temporary pet door due to factory direct pricing.  

PatiolockTM model is the most Versatile & Convenient Choice...The patent pending PatioLockTM system with with our patented Adjustable Screen Door Adapter and Lock kit to suit your sliding door locks is a popular choice for many reasons:

• No screw holes left in your sliding door frame or pet door insert frame/adapter
• No handy skills are required
• No tools are needed except for a rubber mallet to fit the screen door adapter ($3 from hard wares)
• Cheaper if you are not handy as no handyman costs
• It can be reused if/when you move
• It is easy to install and remove (e.g., holidays, entertaining)
• Great for renters
• Great for home owners who are not handy or are time poor but want security!

Base Model

PatioLockTM model

What Size flaps are there?

Click here for a link to flap sizes.

• Primrose 
• Black
• White
• Silver-grey  

*Custom colours no longer available. 

Checklist before you order:

Please refer to the home page for the checklist steps to run through to before placing your order. Ignore the step about the lock compatibility if you are buying the base model.

Shipping Costs:

Please note a flat Australia-wide shipping fee is not possible for the pet doors because they are over 1.2m long and thus incur manual handling and over-size item fees in addition to the actual freight charges and domestic delivery surcharges and fuel levy surcharges, etc. Most couriers including Australia Post can not be used due to the over 1.2m issue.

So, in order to streamline checkout for most, there are a few common zones to choose from at checkout that cover most of the highly populated areas along the east coast and Perth metro.

If you live in more rural areas then please select the first option for $1. We will then email you an invoice based on our cost to your address depending on the courier used.

If you prefer, you can email before ordering for a freight quote.

Unfortunately, we have to use multiple couriers depending on location and warehouse origin so it is not possible to use an accurate freight calculator at checkout. The zone model is the best system we can come up with thus far to cover most of the populated areas.

Free pet access means you can SLEEP at night uninterrupted!

If you do have any questions, check out the Home page or FAQ page or feel free to email at sales@modernpetdoors.com.au or call on 0431 908 929.

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