Installation & Setup

A retrofit installation is for individuals who have an existing pet door. The Smart Pet Door mounts onto your existing pet door frame in seconds with no professional installation required. 

If you do not have an existing pet door, or if you want to replace/remodel your existing pet door, we offer complete pet door systems for a seamless installation. The Smart Pet Door works with our heavy-duty Tunnel and Frame to create the ultimate maximum security pet door system, designed to be professionally installed. 


Yes!! The Smart Pet Door adjusts to fit onto any pet door, guaranteed! Whether your pet door has security grooves or not, the Smart Pet Door effortlessly mounts onto or over virtually every pet door ever available. It adjusts to fit regardless of how wide or tall your pet door is. Refer to our size guide to determine the right size for your particular opening. An exact fit is not required. And with our 30 day fit guarantee, you can buy with confidence.


Yes! Pawport is fast and easy to install and requires no professional assistance. Check out the manual, or take a look at our video demonstration (Coming Soon!) to see step-by-step instructions. Our support team is ready to assist with any questions during installation.


We strongly recommend seeking assistance from a professional to install your Smart Pet Door system. However, those with strong DIY experience may be able to handle the installation themselves. If you need help determining which option is best for you, please refer to the installation manual to view the installation steps.

If you need help finding an installer, check out our Certified Pawport Installers to find someone in your area.

If you do not have an existing pet door, or you want to replace/remodel your existing pet door, we offer the strongest, most secure pet door systems available for a seamless installation. The Smart Pet Door works with our heavy-duty Tunnel and Frame to create the ultimate pet door system, designed to be professionally installed.


Yes. The Smart Pet Door can be installed in any exterior wall material including brick, wood, stone, metal, aluminum, and more. Please refer to our installation guide for step-by-step instructions.


No. The Smart Pet Door can be installed directly onto the interior wall of your home, onto a glass door or window using our Glass Mount Kit, and of course, onto your door.


Yes. The Smart Pet Door can be installed onto your sliding glass door insert using the sliding glass door mount kit


If you’re looking to install the Smart Pet Door onto your existing pet door, refer to our size guide to determine the right size for your particular opening. An exact fit is not required. The Smart Pet Door adjusts to fit onto any pet door, guaranteed.

If you don’t have an existing pet door and you’re looking to install the Smart Pet Door as part of a Complete Pawport Pet Door System, refer to our size guide to help you determine the size that is best for your pet.


Yes, the Smart Pet Door can open at a 90 degree or 120 degree angle. You can set this preference in the Pawport app.


Power, Connectivity & Reliability

The Smart Pet Door has multiple power options to allow flexibility and convenience:

  • Keep your Smart Pet Door plugged in at all times using the included USB-C charging cable.
  • For no-plug operation, you can opt to hardwire your system. Check out our Concealed Power Kit for additional information on this option.
  • For cordless operation, our Rechargeable-Lithium Ion Battery allows you the freedom to install your door anywhere in your home. Recharge by plugging the USB-C cable into the door, or by using the separate Charging Dock.

No Wi-Fi connection is required to operate the Smart Pet Door or the Smart Pet Tag. The unit is powered via plug-in or battery. However, in order to control your Pawport remotely through the Pawport app, a stable Wi-Fi connection is required. You can always control your Smart Pet Door via the top control panel directly on the unit as well.


No need to worry about the security of your home or your pet if your Wi-Fi fails. No Wi-Fi connection is required to operate the Smart Pet Door or the Smart Pet Tag. Your pet will still be able to come and go as they please, as long as your Smart Pet Door is supported by either Pawport battery pack in case of power failure. You can check the remaining battery life at any time in the Pawport app or directly on the top control panel. 

Looking for extra peace of mind? Pawport offers Rechargeable Lithium-Ion Battery packs designed for emergency situations or power failures.


Usage & Daily Operation

The Smart Pet Door opens only when your pet approaches while wearing our Smart Pet Tag. You control the distance from the door in the app. Your Smart Pet Door is completely customizable to your and your pets needs with the help of the Pawport app.


The Pawport app allows you to have up to 10 Smart Pet Tags paired to the same Smart Pet Door. However, there is no limit to the number of pet profiles that you can have on your app profile.


The Pawport app allows you to have up to 10 Smart Pet Tags paired to the same Smart Pet Door.


No. Your Smart Pet Door can be controlled completely via the Pawport app.


Yes. You can easily disable the on-device controls to prevent toddlers from manually opening the door using the Pawport app.


Yes. You can set your Smart Pet Door to stay open using the Pawport app or by tapping the open/close button on the top control panel.


Yes. You can lock your Smart Pet Door at any time via the Pawport app or by tapping the lock icon on the top control panel.


The Smart Pet Door is secured with two solid steel deadbolts that latch into our high-strength steel frame, providing maximum security against intrusion. It is always locked other than to open for your pet when it approaches with the Smart Collar Tag. The Smart Pet Door can be locked - even for your pet - remotely via the Pawport app or by tapping the lock/unlock icon directly on the top of the unit. You can also set a schedule to lock the door so that your pet cannot go outside at certain times (i.e. a curfew).


The Smart Pet Door can be adjusted to stay open for 5 seconds, 10 seconds, or 15 seconds. You can set this preference in the Pawport app and change it at any time.


You can adjust and set your preferred sensitivity range in the Pawport app. The Smart Pet Door allows for a range of approximately 1-6 feet, and anywhere in between. You can set different distance preferences for inside and outside of your home. When your pet approaches the designated range, Pawport will detect their presence and the doors will open.


Yes. The Pawport app allows you to set specific permissions for each pet, including the doors they are allowed to access. Read more about pet permissions in the app here.


Yes. If your guest pet has their own Pawport at home, you can allow their Smart Pet Tag to access your door. Alternatively, you can use the app or top controls to manually open your Smart Pet Door.


Scheduling & Access Control

Yes! Don’t want your pet going out at night? Simply add a schedule in the Pawport app to keep your pet inside - or outside - when you want.


No need to worry if your pet is outside after their curfew begins. Your Smart Pet Door, in combination with your Smart Pet Tag, will recognize that your pet is still outside and allow your pet to re-enter your home. After they have come back inside, Pawport will not let them back out until the curfew ends.


Yes. Toggle on rain or lightning detection in the Pawport app so the door will automatically lock if rain or lightning is detected in your immediate area, keeping your pets safe and dry. Pets can still come inside if they are already outside.


Smart Features & Integrations

The Pawport Smart Pet Door is compatible with Google Home, Amazon Alexa, and Siri Shortcuts. Watch the video tutorial to learn how to integrate Pawport with your smart home.


Watch the video tutorial to learn how to integrate Pawport with your smart home.


Yes. Watch this video tutorial to learn how to set up and use voice control for Google, Alexa, and Siri with Pawport.


Lighting & Sounds

No. You can turn the lights off on your Smart Pet Door at any time via the Pawport app or through the top control panel directly on the unit.


Yes. You can choose from millions of colors for your lights in the Pawport app, including white.


Yes, you can control the lights within the Pawport app. You can even create custom light schedules to keep the lights off when you want.


You can adjust the brightness of your lights by tapping the light icon on the top control panel, or in the Pawport app. You can change the color of your lights directly in the app. Take a look at this video tutorial to learn more.


Yes, you can control the brightness and color of the lights within the Pawport app. You can even create custom light schedules to keep the lights off during the day and on at night, or however you please.


You can adjust the volume of the Smart Pet Door sounds using the Pawport app.


Yes. You can turn off the Smart Pet Door sounds using the Pawport app.


Safety, Security & Durability

Yes, and no. While Pawport is not purposefully designed to stop bullets, and won't stop most high-velocity ammunition, it can stop some smaller, low caliber rounds in certain conditions. Pawport is first and foremost a security door. We’ve shot it. We’ve bashed it with sledgehammers. We’ve kicked it…repeatedly. Punched it. Dropped it. And more…Pawport is built from thick, dual walled aircraft grade aluminum and high-strength steel, with dual steel dead bolts. The first time you lift it up to install it, you’ll immediately know why we tried to shoot it in the first place. So don’t let its good looks fool you!


Pawport is equipped with our Anti-Pinch Safety feature, allowing the doors to open and close slowly and safely. The doors will reopen at the slightest resistance to ensure that no pet can be injured or stuck in the doors.


Yes. If someone tries to force your Smart Pet Door open, an alarm will sound and you will be alerted on your phone.


The Smart Pet Door is designed for indoor use only. It must be installed in one of the following ways to ensure adequate protection from weather:

  • In combination with a Pawport Outdoor Pet Door for the ultimate in security, weatherproofing, and style.
  • In an area with ample overhead coverage such as a patio or sheltered porch where no rain directly enters the tunnel.
  • Onto or over an existing pet door frame, where the original flap must remain in place to provide a rain barrier.

It is essential that water is kept out of the tunnel opening. The Smart Pet Door is not waterproof on its own (the Pawport Outdoor Pet Door is water and weatherproof). If no secondary weather protection is used as described above, the door must be installed with minimal exposure to rain, snow, or moisture.

The Smart Pet Door should operate only between -31°C - 60°C with no battery installed. If a battery is installed into your Smart Pet Door, the safe operating temperature is between 0°C and 50°C. 


Training & Ease of Use

Unlike other pet doors where a pet has to push a flap with its face, Pawport opens wide and welcomes them through just like the doors they are used to. Most pets will get the hang of it instantly. Pawport eliminates the training required for traditional pet doors because they don’t have to push with their face. Watch this video for recommendations if your pet doesn’t go through right away.


Care & Maintenance

Clean only with a soft, damp cloth. Do not use solvents, abrasives, or chemical cleaners.


Warranty & Support

Yes. The Smart Pet Door is covered by a one year limited warranty. Read the full warranty terms.