Can I use a freestanding dog gate at the top of the stairs?

No. A freestanding dog gate is held in place by its support feet and folding panels, not by fixings, so a dog can push it along the floor. At the top of the stairs, that could cause a fall. Every dog stair gate in this range is freestanding, so use it across the bottom of the stairs, a doorway or a hallway.

What height dog stair gate do I need?

Tall enough that your dog can’t jump or lean over it. The PawHut freestanding gates include 69cm high models for small dogs, and the vidaXL galvanised steel panels come in 60cm, 80cm and 100cm heights. For medium dogs, the PawHut 2-in-1 gate stands 90cm high. If your dog is a jumper, pick the next height up.

How wide does a dog stair gate need to be?

Measure the widest point the gate has to cover, as the hallway at the foot of the stairs is often wider than the stairs themselves. Folding dog gates can be angled at the hinges to close off L-shaped or open-plan spaces. The range runs from 2-panel steel gates up to the vidaXL 9-panel gate, which is 450cm long.

Do dog stair gates need screwing to the wall?

Not these ones. Every dog stair gate in our range is freestanding, standing on support feet or folding panels, so there’s no drilling into walls, banisters or skirting boards. That suits renters and period homes. Because nothing is fixed, check the gate is in place each day, especially with a strong or determined dog.

Is a wooden or metal dog gate better?

Both have their strengths. Wooden dog gates in pine, fir, poplar or MDF blend in with doors and skirting, and come in white, grey and black. Galvanised steel gates, like the vidaXL black panel gates, are harder for dogs to chew and wipe clean easily. For a puppy that chews everything, steel is the safer bet.

Can I get a dog stair gate with a door?

Yes. The PawHut 5-panel pet gates come in black and white with a walk-through door, so you don’t have to step over the gate. The PawHut 2-in-1 gate has 6 panels, stands 90cm high and has an auto lock door. vidaXL also makes a 9-panel, 450cm wooden dog gate with a door for wider spaces.

Will a dog stair gate keep a cat in?

Not reliably. Most dog stair gates in our range are built for small or medium dogs, at heights from 60cm to 90cm, and many cats can jump that easily. A gate will still stop a dog getting to the cat’s food or litter tray upstairs. For more gate options, browse our full pet gates range.

Can I buy dog stair gates from Bossy Cat?

Yes. Our Dog Stair Gates range includes PawHut freestanding wooden gates, vidaXL galvanised steel panel gates, gates with walk-through doors and 9-panel folding gates up to 450cm. Delivery is free on all orders to UK mainland addresses and arrives in 3-5 working days, with no hidden fees. If you change your mind, you can return your order, but the return postage is paid by you.

Dog Stair Gates

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A gate at the foot of the stairs keeps a puppy or small dog downstairs, out of the bedrooms and off the landing. It also means you’re not shutting doors all over the house.

Every gate in this range is freestanding. They stand on their own with support feet or folding panels, so there’s nothing to screw into the wall or the banister. That makes them a good fit for rented homes and period properties, and for anyone who’d rather not drill into woodwork. Fold one up and lean it against the wall when you don’t need it.

You’ll find:

Wooden gates: pine, fir, poplar and MDF, in white, grey and black, some with a paw print design.
Galvanised steel gates: black panels from 60cm to 100cm wide, sold as 2 or 4 panels.
Gates with doors: PawHut 5-panel gates with a walk-through door, and a 6-panel 2-in-1 gate and playpen with an auto lock door.
Wide gates: vidaXL 9-panel gates up to 450cm long, for open-plan hallways.

Brands include PawHut and vidaXL.

Delivery is free on all orders to UK mainland addresses and arrives in 3-5 working days, with no hidden fees.

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Pawhut Freestanding Pet Gate 4 Panel Folding Wooden Dog Barrier w/ Support Feet - Pet Gate

PawHut 4-Panel Pet Gate for Small Dogs, Solid Pine Wood with Hinges

£71.99 £114.00

PawHut Pressure Fit Safety Gate w/ Auto Closing Door, Double Locking, Openings 74-80cm - Pet Gate

PawHut Pressure Fit Pet Gate 74-80cm Auto Closing for Small Dogs

£41.99

PawHut Foldable Dog Gate for Doorways, Stairs, Halls - White - Pet Gate

PawHut Medium Dog Pet Gate, Foldable Freestanding, MDF and Steel, White

£58.99

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PawHut Dog Gate Wide Stair Gate w/ Door Pressure Fit, 75-115W cm, White - Pet Gate

PawHut Wide Pet Gate for Dogs 75-115cm, Pressure Fit with Double Lock

£40.99 £45.99

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PawHut Dog Gate Wide Stair Gate w/ Door Pressure Fit, 75-85W cm, Black - Pet Gate

PawHut Adjustable Dog Gate, 75 to 85cm Wide, Pressure Fit, One Hand Open

£32.99 £33.67

PawHut Dog Gate Wide Stair Gate w/ Door Pressure Fit, 75-85W cm, White - Pet Gate

PawHut Doorway Dog Gate, 75-85cm Pressure-Fit With One-Hand Open Lock

£33.99

PawHut Foldable Dog Gate, Freestanding Pet Gate with Two Support Feet - Grey - Pet Gate

PawHut Three Panel Dog Gate, Freestanding with 360 Degree Rotation

£56.99

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Bottom of the stairs only

This is the most important thing to know. Freestanding gates stay up through their own weight and shape, not fixings, so a determined dog can push one along the floor. That’s fine at the bottom of the stairs. At the top, a gate that shifts or tips is dangerous for both you and the dog.

Use these gates across the foot of the staircase, in doorways or across a hallway. Don’t put them at the top of the stairs.

Choosing the height

The gate needs to be taller than your dog can jump or lean over. Most gates in this range are built for small dogs, including PawHut models at 69cm high and vidaXL steel panels at 60cm, 80cm and 100cm. For medium dogs, the PawHut 2-in-1 gate stands 90cm high. If your dog is a jumper, go for the next height up.

Measuring the width

Measure the widest point of the space the gate needs to cover, not just the stair tread. Some hallways open out at the foot of the stairs. Because these gates fold at the hinges, you can angle the panels to close off an L-shaped or open-plan area. They range from compact 2-panel gates to the vidaXL 450cm 9-panel gate with a door.

Wood or steel?

Wooden gates suit most homes and come in finishes that match skirting and doors. The vidaXL wooden gates are listed as easy to clean, and some use water-based paint. Galvanised steel is harder for a dog to chew, wipes clean, and handles knocks from a boisterous pup.

Getting in and out

If you’ll be going through the gate a lot, choose one with a door so you don’t have to step over it. The PawHut 5-panel gates have a walk-through door, and the 2-in-1 model has an auto lock door. Step-over gates, like the white PawHut MDF gate with a latch, are lower and quicker to fold away.

If you need a bigger enclosed space for a puppy, see our pet playpens. For gates for other parts of the house, browse the full pet gates range.

Delivery and returns

Delivery is free on all orders to UK mainland addresses and arrives in 3-5 working days, with no hidden fees. If you change your mind, you can return your order, but the return postage is paid by you.

Frequently asked questions

Can I use a freestanding dog gate at the top of the stairs?
No. A freestanding dog gate is held in place by its support feet and folding panels, not by fixings, so a dog can push it along the floor. At the top of the stairs, that could cause a fall. Every dog stair gate in this range is freestanding, so use it across the bottom of the stairs, a doorway or a hallway.
What height dog stair gate do I need?
Tall enough that your dog can’t jump or lean over it. The PawHut freestanding gates include 69cm high models for small dogs, and the vidaXL galvanised steel panels come in 60cm, 80cm and 100cm heights. For medium dogs, the PawHut 2-in-1 gate stands 90cm high. If your dog is a jumper, pick the next height up.
How wide does a dog stair gate need to be?
Measure the widest point the gate has to cover, as the hallway at the foot of the stairs is often wider than the stairs themselves. Folding dog gates can be angled at the hinges to close off L-shaped or open-plan spaces. The range runs from 2-panel steel gates up to the vidaXL 9-panel gate, which is 450cm long.
Do dog stair gates need screwing to the wall?
Not these ones. Every dog stair gate in our range is freestanding, standing on support feet or folding panels, so there’s no drilling into walls, banisters or skirting boards. That suits renters and period homes. Because nothing is fixed, check the gate is in place each day, especially with a strong or determined dog.
Is a wooden or metal dog gate better?
Both have their strengths. Wooden dog gates in pine, fir, poplar or MDF blend in with doors and skirting, and come in white, grey and black. Galvanised steel gates, like the vidaXL black panel gates, are harder for dogs to chew and wipe clean easily. For a puppy that chews everything, steel is the safer bet.
Can I get a dog stair gate with a door?
Yes. The PawHut 5-panel pet gates come in black and white with a walk-through door, so you don’t have to step over the gate. The PawHut 2-in-1 gate has 6 panels, stands 90cm high and has an auto lock door. vidaXL also makes a 9-panel, 450cm wooden dog gate with a door for wider spaces.
Will a dog stair gate keep a cat in?
Not reliably. Most dog stair gates in our range are built for small or medium dogs, at heights from 60cm to 90cm, and many cats can jump that easily. A gate will still stop a dog getting to the cat’s food or litter tray upstairs. For more gate options, browse our full pet gates range.
Can I buy dog stair gates from Bossy Cat?
Yes. Our Dog Stair Gates range includes PawHut freestanding wooden gates, vidaXL galvanised steel panel gates, gates with walk-through doors and 9-panel folding gates up to 450cm. Delivery is free on all orders to UK mainland addresses and arrives in 3-5 working days, with no hidden fees. If you change your mind, you can return your order, but the return postage is paid by you.