Original Staywell Dog Doors by PetSafe

The Original Staywell Dog Door range by PetSafe is one of the best-known ranges of dog flaps, providing a simple and reliable way to give your dog independent access to the garden.

Available in Small, Medium and Large sizes, these traditional PetSafe dog doors are suitable for everything from cats and small dogs through to much larger breeds. The range is available in White, and Brown, making it easier to match the pet door to your existing door or panel.

Each Staywell Original dog door has a straightforward, non-electronic design with no batteries or programming required. A removable closing panel is included, allowing you to prevent access through the dog flap whenever required.

Why Choose a PetSafe Staywell Original Dog Door?

• Genuine PetSafe Staywell dog doors
• Available in Small, Medium and Large
• Choice of White, or Brown finishes
• Simple mechanical design with no batteries required
• Removable closing panel included
• Strong frame designed for everyday use
• Easy-clean pet flap and frame
• Suitable for many timber doors and uPVC panels
• Replacement flaps and spare parts available for selected models

Staywell Dog Door Sizes

Choosing the correct size is important. Don't rely on breed or weight alone – measure your individual dog and compare their dimensions with the opening of the dog door before ordering.

Small Staywell Dog Doors

The Small Original Staywell Dog Door is designed for cats and smaller dog breeds. Its compact dimensions make it a useful option where a conventional cat flap is too small but a medium dog door would create an unnecessarily large opening.

Medium Staywell Dog Doors

The Medium Original Staywell Dog Door provides a larger opening for medium-sized dogs. It is a popular general-purpose dog flap for households looking for a simple, durable pet door without electronic controls.

Large Staywell Dog Doors

The Large Original Staywell Dog Door is designed for larger dogs and provides a considerably bigger opening than the medium version.

PetSafe recommends this size for pets up to approximately 45kg, but weight should only be used as a guide. Two dogs of the same weight can have very different body shapes, so always measure your dog before choosing a pet door.

Measure Your Dog Before Ordering

Before buying a Staywell dog flap, we recommend checking three things:

• Shoulder Height – Measure from the floor to the top of your dog's shoulders.
• Body Width – Measure the widest part of your dog's body.
• Installation Position – Make sure the dog can comfortably step through the opening without excessive crouching or jumping.

If you're replacing an existing Staywell dog door, check the model number and existing cut-out before ordering. A similar-looking model isn't necessarily the same size.

White, Brown or Silver Staywell Dog Doors

The Original Staywell range is available in several colours, allowing you to choose a pet door that works with the appearance of your property.

• White – A popular choice for white uPVC doors and panels.
• Brown – Works well with many timber-effect and brown doors.

Removable Closing Panel

Each Original Staywell dog door includes a removable closing panel. This fits over the pet door when you want to prevent your dog from using it.

It is useful overnight, when you're away from home or whenever you need to temporarily restrict access.

Please note: A dog flap should not be treated as a substitute for normal household security. Larger pet doors create substantial openings, so additional security should be considered where appropriate.

Where Can a Staywell Dog Door Be Installed?

Depending on the particular model and the construction of your property, Original Staywell dog doors can be suitable for installations including:

• Timber doors
• Suitable uPVC door panels
• PVC panels
• Suitable conservatory panels
• Selected wall installations

Always check the construction of your door before cutting. Reinforced uPVC doors, composite doors and glazed units may require specialist installation or a replacement panel.

Replacement Staywell Dog Door Flaps

One of the advantages of the long-established Staywell range is that replacement dog flaps and spare parts are available for many models.

If the flexible or rigid flap becomes damaged or worn, you may be able to replace the flap rather than removing and replacing the complete pet door.

Check the model number of your existing Staywell dog door before ordering replacement parts to ensure you select the correct size.

Original Staywell or Extreme Weather Dog Door?

The Original Staywell range is an excellent choice when you want a simple, economical dog flap for everyday use.

If the installation is particularly exposed or reducing draughts and heat loss is a major consideration, you may want to compare it with the PetSafe Extreme Weather Dog Door range, which uses a multi-flap design with an insulated centre section.

Frequently Asked Questions

Are Staywell and PetSafe the same brand?

Staywell pet doors are now part of the PetSafe range. Many customers still search for the original Staywell model names and numbers when replacing an older dog flap or purchasing spare parts.

Which size Staywell dog door do I need?

Measure your dog's shoulder height and body width and compare these measurements with the opening dimensions of the individual dog door. Weight recommendations should only be treated as a guide.

Do Original Staywell dog doors require batteries?

No. These are simple mechanical pet doors and do not require batteries, electricity or programming.

Can I lock a Staywell dog door?

The Original range is supplied with a removable closing panel which can be fitted when you want to prevent your pet from using the door.

Can I buy a replacement flap?

Replacement flaps are available for many Staywell dog door models. Check the model number of your existing pet door before ordering because different sizes use different replacement flaps.

Can a Staywell dog door be fitted into a uPVC door?

Many models can be installed into a suitable flat uPVC door panel. Check the construction and thickness of the panel before cutting, particularly with reinforced, composite or glazed doors.

Genuine PetSafe Staywell Dog Doors

At CatFlaps.co.uk, we've been supplying genuine Staywell and PetSafe products since 2003, including complete dog doors, replacement flaps and spare parts.

Browse our range of Original Staywell Dog Doors to find the right size and colour for your dog and your home.