How wide do retractable dog gates go?

Up to 300cm. The PawHut mesh gates pull out to 140cm or 300cm, which covers open-plan spaces and wide hallways. For standard doorways, the PawHut 115cm gate adjusts from 5.5cm to 115cm, and the vidaXL gate measures 125cm wide overall with a 120cm fabric panel. Measure your opening at the height the gate will sit, then pick a gate with room to spare.

Are retractable dog gates suitable for large dogs?

Not all of them. PawHut lists its 140cm and 300cm mesh gates for small and medium dogs with a shoulder height under 40cm. Mesh gives a little when pushed, so a large dog that leans or jumps may need something more rigid. Our extra tall pet gates stand 104cm to 106cm high with steel frames.

Do retractable dog gates need drilling?

Most do. The PawHut 140cm and 300cm mesh gates come with screws and wall anchors, and the PawHut 115cm gate ships with the screws needed to fix its brackets. Screw fixing lets the mesh stay taut when it’s pulled across. If you rent or can’t drill into your door frames, a pressure-fit metal gate is the other option.

How tall are retractable dog gates?

Between 82.5cm and 117.5cm. The grey PawHut 115cm gate stands 82.5cm high, the PawHut 140cm mesh gate is 93cm, and the 300cm model reaches 104cm. The vidaXL retractable gate comes in three heights: 82.5cm, 102.5cm and 117.5cm. For dogs that jump, the taller options give you more to work with.

Can you use a retractable dog gate on stairs?

Several are listed for stairs. The PawHut 140cm gate has no bottom rail, so there’s nothing to trip over across the top or bottom step, and it screws to the wall rather than relying on pressure. Follow the fitting instructions supplied with your gate, and see our dog stair gates for more options.

How do you open a retractable dog gate?

With one hand on the PawHut models. The 140cm mesh gate uses a rotating latch, and the 300cm gate opens when you press its top and bottom release buttons together. The PawHut 115cm gate is also listed for one-handed operation. That makes it easier to get through with your hands full, whether you’re carrying shopping or holding a lead.

What are retractable dog gates made of?

Polyester mesh or fabric on a metal frame. The PawHut mesh gates combine metal and aluminium with ABS, POM and polyester parts. The PawHut 115cm gate pairs a steel frame with Tenslin polyester fabric. The vidaXL gate uses Textilene polyester between powder-coated iron posts. Colours across the range are grey, white and black.

Can I buy retractable dog gates from Bossy Cat?

Yes. Our Retractable Dog Gates range includes PawHut mesh gates that extend to 140cm and 300cm, PawHut 115cm fabric gates in grey and white, and a vidaXL retractable gate in black or white. 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.

Retractable Dog Gates

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A retractable dog gate does something a standard gate can’t. When you don’t need it, the mesh rolls back into its housing and the doorway is clear again. There’s no frame left standing in the opening, and on the PawHut mesh models there’s no bar across the floor to step over either.

That makes them a good choice for wide gaps. The PawHut mesh gates pull out to 140cm or 300cm, and the 300cm model stands 104cm tall. For a standard doorway, the PawHut 115cm gate adjusts anywhere from 5.5cm to 115cm. The vidaXL gate is 125cm wide overall with a 120cm fabric panel, and comes in black or white in a choice of heights.

Most of these gates fix to the wall. The PawHut 140cm and 300cm models come with screws and wall anchors, and the 115cm gate ships with the screws it needs. If you rent, or would rather not drill, a pressure-fit gate from our main pet gates range may suit you better.

It’s worth checking the size of your dog as well. PawHut lists its 140cm and 300cm mesh gates for small and medium dogs with a shoulder height under 40cm. Mesh gives a little when it’s pushed, so for a larger or more determined dog a rigid metal gate is the better choice.

Day to day, the PawHut gates open with one hand. The 140cm gate has a rotating latch, and the 300cm gate opens when you press its top and bottom release buttons together. That’s handy when you’re carrying shopping in or holding the lead.

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PawHut Retractable Dog Gate, Extends to 300 cm Wide & 104 cm Tall, Mesh Pet Gate Single Hand Operation, for Stairs Doorways - from PawHut

PawHut Retractable Mesh Pet Gate, 300cm Wide, Single Hand Operation

£45.99

PawHut Retractable Dog Gate, Extends to 140 cm Wide & 93 cm Tall, Mesh Pet Gate with Single Hand Operation, for Stairs Doorways - from PawHut

PawHut Retractable Pet Gate Extends 140cm Wide, Mesh with One Hand Latch

£34.99

vidaXL Retractable Pet Gate White 82.5x125 cm - from vidaXL

vidaXL Retractable Pet Gate, 82.5x125cm, Polyester and Metal Structure

From £46.99

PawHut Retractable Stair Gate, Dog Gate Extends Up to 140 cm Wide - Pet Gate

PawHut Retractable Pet Gate 140cm, No Trip Scratch Resistant Mesh

From £34.99

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Pawhut Retractable Safety Gate Folding Pet Barrier, for Doorways, Staircases, Hallways - Pet Gate

PawHut Pet Safety Gate 115cm, Retractable Adjustable Width for Doorways

£32.99 £40.99

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PawHut Retractable Pet Safety Gate, Folding Stair Barrier, Guard Door - White - Pet Gate

PawHut Pet Safety Gate 115cm, Retractable Breathable Mesh for Doorways

£31.99 £33.67

Where a retractable gate works best

Retractable gates suit openings that people walk through all day: the kitchen doorway, the bottom of the hall, or the gap into an open-plan living area. When the gate is rolled away the floor is completely clear, so nobody has to step over a frame or squeeze past a swinging door. When it’s pulled across, the mesh panel blocks the gap without making the room feel shut off.

They also make sense where a rigid gate won’t fit. A 300cm opening is too wide for most standard gates, but the PawHut 300cm mesh gate covers it with a single panel.

Choosing by width

Measure the opening at the height the gate will sit. Then pick a gate whose range covers your measurement with room to spare.

Standard doorways: the PawHut 115cm gate adjusts from 5.5cm up to 115cm, and the vidaXL gate covers 125cm overall with a 120cm fabric panel.
Wider hallways and kitchen openings: the PawHut mesh gate pulls out to 140cm.
Open-plan spaces: the 300cm model handles the biggest gaps.

The PawHut mesh gates fix at both ends, with the housing on one side and the latch on the other. Check you have a solid wall or frame to screw into on each side of the opening.

Height and dog size

Heights run from 82.5cm on the grey PawHut 115cm gate, to 93cm on the PawHut 140cm gate, and 104cm on the 300cm model. The vidaXL gate comes in 82.5cm, 102.5cm and 117.5cm heights.

Height is only half the picture, though. PawHut lists its 140cm and 300cm mesh gates for dogs under 40cm at the shoulder. If your dog jumps, or leans its full weight on barriers, look at our extra tall pet gates or the metal gates in the main range.

Using one on the stairs

Several of these gates are listed for stairs. The PawHut 140cm gate has no bottom rail, which means there’s nothing to trip over at the top or bottom of a flight. Because the PawHut models screw to the wall rather than relying on pressure, they also hold their position once fitted.

Always follow the fitting instructions supplied with the gate. Before you fit one at the top of the stairs, check the listing confirms it can go there. For gates chosen mainly for stairs, see our dog stair gates.

Looking after the mesh

Roll the mesh away when you’re not using it, so it isn’t left under tension for long periods. Check the wall fixings now and then, especially on a gate that gets opened many times a day. A damp cloth is usually enough to clean the polyester mesh.

Other options

If a retractable gate isn’t right for your space, the freestanding pet gates need no fixings at all. The pet gates with cat door let a cat pass while the dog stays put. Or browse all pet gates.

Frequently asked questions

How wide do retractable dog gates go?
Up to 300cm. The PawHut mesh gates pull out to 140cm or 300cm, which covers open-plan spaces and wide hallways. For standard doorways, the PawHut 115cm gate adjusts from 5.5cm to 115cm, and the vidaXL gate measures 125cm wide overall with a 120cm fabric panel. Measure your opening at the height the gate will sit, then pick a gate with room to spare.
Are retractable dog gates suitable for large dogs?
Not all of them. PawHut lists its 140cm and 300cm mesh gates for small and medium dogs with a shoulder height under 40cm. Mesh gives a little when pushed, so a large dog that leans or jumps may need something more rigid. Our extra tall pet gates stand 104cm to 106cm high with steel frames.
Do retractable dog gates need drilling?
Most do. The PawHut 140cm and 300cm mesh gates come with screws and wall anchors, and the PawHut 115cm gate ships with the screws needed to fix its brackets. Screw fixing lets the mesh stay taut when it’s pulled across. If you rent or can’t drill into your door frames, a pressure-fit metal gate is the other option.
How tall are retractable dog gates?
Between 82.5cm and 117.5cm. The grey PawHut 115cm gate stands 82.5cm high, the PawHut 140cm mesh gate is 93cm, and the 300cm model reaches 104cm. The vidaXL retractable gate comes in three heights: 82.5cm, 102.5cm and 117.5cm. For dogs that jump, the taller options give you more to work with.
Can you use a retractable dog gate on stairs?
Several are listed for stairs. The PawHut 140cm gate has no bottom rail, so there’s nothing to trip over across the top or bottom step, and it screws to the wall rather than relying on pressure. Follow the fitting instructions supplied with your gate, and see our dog stair gates for more options.
How do you open a retractable dog gate?
With one hand on the PawHut models. The 140cm mesh gate uses a rotating latch, and the 300cm gate opens when you press its top and bottom release buttons together. The PawHut 115cm gate is also listed for one-handed operation. That makes it easier to get through with your hands full, whether you’re carrying shopping or holding a lead.
What are retractable dog gates made of?
Polyester mesh or fabric on a metal frame. The PawHut mesh gates combine metal and aluminium with ABS, POM and polyester parts. The PawHut 115cm gate pairs a steel frame with Tenslin polyester fabric. The vidaXL gate uses Textilene polyester between powder-coated iron posts. Colours across the range are grey, white and black.
Can I buy retractable dog gates from Bossy Cat?
Yes. Our Retractable Dog Gates range includes PawHut mesh gates that extend to 140cm and 300cm, PawHut 115cm fabric gates in grey and white, and a vidaXL retractable gate in black or white. 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.