The Best Dog Gates in 2022 | Pet Side (2024)

• The Best Dog Gate
• 1. Regalo Dog Gate
• 2. Summer Dog Gate With Door
• 3. Carlson Extra Wide Walk Through Dog Gate
• 4. Regalo Adjustable Dog Gate
• 5. Toddleroo Extra Wide Puppy Gate
• 6. Evenflo Tall Pressure Mount Wood Gate
• 7. Richell Wood Freestanding Dog Gate
• 9. Carlson Pet Products Dog Barrier
• 10. Summer Metal Dog Gate
• 11. Petmaker Wooden Dog Gate
• 12. Primetime Petz Configurable Dog Gate with Door
• 13. Evenflo Expansion Walk Thru Room Divider Gate
• 14. Carlson Pet Products Puppy Gate
• 15. Internet’s Best Dog Gate with Arched Top

This gate will fit an opening that is 29-39 inches wide (due to the six-inch optional extension) and it stands 30 inches high. The gate can be used for both children and pets. It’s a pressure mounted gate with four pressure mounting spindle rods. There are also four wall cups for added safety as they help to stop the gate from slipping.

It can be used in doorway openings, hallways and at the bottom of stairs. You don’t need any tools to set it up and it causes no damage to your house. It is very easy to remove and takes up little room if you want to store it. It’s made out of durable steel and its safety lock can be opened and closed easily with one hand.

An attractively designed beige metal gate that will fit openings 28.5 inches to 45 inches wide and is 36 inches tall. It has a multi-use design so it can be used between rooms using either of the 8.75 inches extension and/or the two 4.25 inches extensions. It’s fixed in place using pressure mounted tension bolts and no drilling is needed. However, there is additional optional hardware which does require tools to fit but which makes the gate more secure for use at the top of the stairs. This product can be used for pets and children.

When you walk through the door, it closes gently behind you thanks to the auto-close feature. There is a door stopper that can be used when the gate is at the top of the stairs because it prevents the door from swinging open over the stairs. It can be opened with one hand but has a dual locking system for maximum security.

This sturdy, steel pet gate will expand to fit stairways and openings that are between 29-37 inches wide and is 30 inches tall. It takes just minutes to put up and take down using four pressure mounts which do not damage the wall. Wall cups are available if you prefer a more secure mount. When you’re not using it, the gate stows away flat.

Humans can walk through by simply sliding back the red safety lock and lifting the lever handle which can be done with one hand. There is a handy little animal door which measures 10 inches x 7 inches at the base which can let a small dog or cat through but will keep a large dog out.

There are numerous ways to configure this gate to create a range of shapes and sizes. It’s a steel frame construction that has gaps of 2.5 inches between the bars and is 20 inches tall. You can set it up as a stand-alone play area or use it as a barrier to keep children and pets in one room or one section of a room or to block off the stairs. It consists of eight 24-inch wide detachable panels that can connect to hinged posts.

There is wall-mounting hardware included in the pack if you want to use it as a wall-mounted gate. There is a walk-through door with a safety locking feature and is suitable for pets and children. When you no longer need it, it is easy to take down and store.

An elegant but heavy-duty metal gate finished in a matte bronze color. It will fit openings that are 38.3 inches to 72 inches and is 30 inches tall. Because it has a tri-panel design, it can be used on angled walls or used to guard certain objects in the rooms that you don’t want your dog to be able to reach. There are pivot points on the gate panels so that they can be moved individually to fit around even awkward shapes.

This product features an extra-wide swing gate opening and you have the option of swinging it fully to the side or completely detaching it when you need the space to be wide open. It’s fixed using brackets and screws so some tools will be required, however, full instructions are included. It’s easy to open using just one hand and has a stay-open feature for your convenience.

This is a tan colored gate that can be 31 inches to 50 inches wide and is also available in a darker color. The construction is a sturdy wood frame with a vinyl-coated mesh. It is 32 inches high and useful for pets as well as children. The wide width allows you to block off doorways, hallways and the bottom of stairs.

It’s a pressure-mounted gate so it’s easy and quick to set up without tools. It comes ready assembled and has robust non-marking rubber bumpers so the paintwork on your walls will be unscathed. The locking bar of the gate is marked and notched for easy installation and for when you want to re-install it.

This is a gate designed specifically for smaller pets but a larger version is available for larger breeds. The manufacturers recommend that it is suitable for small dogs who are between 6.5 to 17.5 lbs. It’s made from an attractive wood frame with 7 gauge wire slats. This model will fit spaces that are 39.8 inches wide up to 71.3 inches wide. It is only 20.1 inches high so you will be able to step over it but your little pooch will not. The spaces between the wire slats are 1.25 inches so even little pups should not be able to squeeze through. However, there are no guarantees and it is still your responsibility to make sure that your pet is safe.

The freestanding pet gate is supported by to side panels which are at right-angles to the main gate. There is no installation and it arrives ready to use. There are rubber feet to prevent it from sliding on or damaging hard floor surfaces.

Perfect for the style-conscious pet owner, this child gate is manufactured from New Zealand pine and slate and will not look out of place in any home. It can adjust to any opening between 36 inches and 60 inches wide and is 32 inches tall. It is superbly flexible with 4, 7, and 10 inch extensions so it can be used to divide up rooms as well as blocking off doorways and the bottom of the stairs.

The gate has an extra wide hinge so the door can swing in either direction and can be opened and closed with one hand. Because it is pressure mounted using four tension bolts, it can be installed and taken down quickly. No tools are required and no damage is caused to the interior of your home.

The Carlson Small Tuffy is an expandable pet gate that will fit openings between 66cm and 106.68cm wide. At 46 cm tall, it can hold back many breeds of dog but is low enough for most humans to step over. It is made from a steel frame which is painted white and has a sturdy construction. The gate can be quickly fitted using a pressure mounted system that incorporates rubber bumpers and a lock and screw system for security.

To fit it, you simply grasp the sides and expand it to fit the opening. Then lift the locking pin and secure it the open hole before twisting the plastic knob to adjust the pressure. When not in use, it stows flat.

An additional feature is the little 22.86cm x 22.86cm door at the base which will allow smaller pets to pass through but will keep out your dog.

If you have an extra wide area that you need to secure from your dog, this is the gate for you. It is an expansion gate that can be used on rooms and doorways that are between 44 inches and 72 inches wide. It’s 30 inches tall and so will suit most breeds. There are four extension panels so that it can be adjusted to exactly fit your home.

The extra wide dog gates have a stylish bronze finish that will compliment all homes and is fixed using screws and hardware so some simple tools will be required to fit it. The stylish walk-through door can be opened with one hand.

This product is perfect if you are looking for a lightweight and very portable gate that will keep a small puppy or an adult toy breed dog in or out of a particular room. It folds up when not in use and is small enough to put in a closet. It’s made out of wood and has an attractive espresso color finish. It requires no installation at all and is free standing.

It can only be used on narrow openings and when fully open it spans a total of 54 inches. It is only 24 inches high so most humans will be able to step over it. This simple design has no opening door and consists of three hinged panels.

Carefully crafted from rich walnut, this dog gate has four panels and will span an opening up to 72 inches wide although other sizes are available. It is 30 inches tall and is a stylish and attractive addition to any home. There are rubber pads to prevent it from sliding and scratching hard floor surfaces. It has three sets of 360-degree hinges and so it is highly configurable and will fold completely flat for storage.

It has a walk-through door that will swing both ways for easy access in tight spaces. The door opens and closes using a one-handed latch and a spring-loaded bolt. This product is completely free-standing, but you can purchase additional support feet and wall-mount kits if you desire.

Some dog owners prefer a retractable dog gate which telescopes out to fit the doorway. It’s made out from plastic and tan colored wood but a darker wood version is also available. It can be used for openings that are between 24 inches and 60 inches wide and stands 32 inches tall. The mounting requires hardware but there are full instructions supplied and it only takes minutes.

This product can be used to divide up open-plan rooms and to block doorways but cannot be used at the top of stairs. It can be opened and closed using a latch which can be operated using one hand. The opening is in both directions for convenience and has safety rails to make sure that your fingers do not get trapped or pinched as you slide it back.

This gate combines style with functionality and is made from black steel with a cherry wood insert. It has an optional extension section and so it is able to span widths ranging from 77.47cm to 95.25cm. Further extension kits can be purchased separately if you have a very wide area to span. It stands 71 cm tall and is able to keep most breeds of dogs enclosed.

This pet gate with door can be set up in seconds using the four pressure mounts which are fully adjustable to give a snug fit but hardware mounts are also included if you want extra security. For humans, there is an auto-closing walk through door that is operated by pushing down on a lock and lifting a pin but there is also a 25.4cm x 17.78cm little door for small pets to pass through.

A gate designed just for pets – it consists of four panels secured together with strong hinges in a Z-shaped configuration. It is a free-standing structure that can be used to section off rooms, doorways and entryways. It is not safe to use this product at the top of the stairs. It can span up to an 80 inch width.

The gate is made from solid wood in an espresso color and will fold down to just three inches deep for easy storage when it is not needed. It has no door opening; adult humans will be able to step over it as it is only 24 inches high.

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This depends on how big your dog is and on how high they can jump. Some dog gates extend up to 32 inches high and this should be tall enough to keep most breeds in. A large and truly determined dog that is good at leaping, however, may be able to get over them.

Smaller dogs will be successfully contained using a shorter gate that you can step over.

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Some manufacturers advertise their products as being suitable for children and pets and these gates will be interchangeable. Other gates are designed just for children. They will be manufactured to very high safety standards which is a plus. However, one word of caution is that they may not stand up to a highly-destructive dog.

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The safety of your pet and of the humans in the house should be your number one concern. Read the specification of the gate carefully. If it does not mention that it is dog gate for stairs, then it will not be. Some are suitable for the bottom of the stairs but not for the top. Puppy gates fitted to the top of the stairs can present a hazard if they are not carefully designed and operated. If your dog has a habit of leaping over gates, it would be very dangerous to fit one at the top of the stairs.

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When looking for outdoor dog gates indoor versions may not be able to withstand the rigors of the weather. Outdoor gates are made from sturdy, weather-resistant materials. That does not mean that they don’t look nice. Outdoor dog gates made out of wood can look highly attractive in a yard or garden. They can be used to create a discrete play area for your pet if you do not want them to be able to run free in the whole of the garden.