Liberty Pet Door Patio Panel
- Aluminum frame for sliding glass doors with tracks at least 1" wide.
- Spring-loaded install. No cutting, no drilling, fully reversible. Works for renters and homeowners.
- Adjustable height ranges fit sliding glass doors from 74" to 96.5" tall.
- Clear, single-pane safety glass keeps the door insulating across the seasons.
- Clear vinyl flap with magnetic closure. Stays flexible down to 0°F.
- Includes a locking cover; optional C-Clamp Lock available for extra security.
- Made in the USA, backed by a 3-year warranty.
Product Details
Sizing & Fit
Installation Guide
ReviewsProduct Details
The Liberty Pet Door Patio Panel installs into a sliding glass door without cutting or drilling. The aluminum frame and clear, single-pane safety glass slot into the slider track, and the spring-loaded panel holds itself in place by compressing between the floor and the top of the door. Adjustable height ranges cover sliding glass doors from 74" to 96.5".
The panel ships with a clear vinyl flap sized for dogs. A smaller flap made specifically for cats is also available if you need it.
The flap has magnetic edges and pile weatherstripping that keep the seal tight in normal weather. It stays flexible down to 0°F, so it does not crack in winter. A locking cover drops in to block the opening, and an optional C-Clamp Lock attaches to the slider track for extra security.
The spring-loaded design installs without tools or permanent modifications, which is why this panel is a common choice for renters and vacation homes. It needs a slider track at least 1" thick to seat properly, and adjustable sliders inside the panel let you set the step-over height for pets of different sizes.
Made in the USA and backed by a 3-year warranty. The aluminum frame comes in white or black to match most existing sliders.
Size Chart
| Flap Size | Flap Dimension | Step Over Range | Overall Panel Width | Recommended Pet Height |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Small | 5" w x 12" h | 3" - 5" | 10-3/16" | 9" - 16" |
| Medium | 7" w x 16" h | 3" - 5" | 12-1/4" | 9" - 22" |
| Large | 9" w x 20" h | 3" - 7" (ships at 5") | 14-1/4" | 9" - 28" |
| Extra Large | 11" w x 24" h | 3" - 7" (ships at 5") | 16-5/16" | 9" - 35" |
| XXL | 13" w x 28" h | 3" - 7" (ships at 5") | 18-3/8" | 9" - 40" |
Track Height Adjustment range is based on the measurement of your sliding door track height from the lowest point of your track to the highest point. Each Liberty Pet Door Panel has a 3" adjustment range. The following standard adjustment ranges are available:
- Short: 74 3⁄4" – 77 3⁄4"
- Regular: 77 1⁄4" – 80 1⁄4"
- Tall: 93 1⁄4" – 96 1⁄4" (additional cost)
If your measured track height does not fall within one of the ranges above, we can make a custom height! Custom height option may take up to 4 weeks to special order the glass and build the panel.
Installation Instructions
One-Piece Panel
Difficulty
Easy
Steps
06
Time Required
0.5 hours
Sections
02
Flags
02
Parts
- Panel Pet Door
- Foam Weather Strip
- Center Post Weather Seal Draft Stopper
- Sliding Door C-Clamp Lock
- Screwdriver
Tools
- Flathead Screwdriver
Please read instructions & notes thoroughly before installation.
One-Piece Panel
Step 1 Adjust the Step Over (Optional)
- The top of the flap should be positioned to be at least 1” above the top of the pet’s shoulder.
- If the factory setting is not suitable, please adjust it before proceeding. If the current setting is suitable, proceed to the “Installation Instructions” section.
Step 2 Adjust the Screws
- Lay the entire panel on a flat surface.
- Using a #2 flat head screwdriver, remove the bottom side-screws and loosen the upper side-screws. Screws were tightly installed to hold the panel together during shipping; a power tool* is recommended.
Step 3 Adjust the Spacers
- Once the bottom screws have been removed and the upper side-screws loosened, the Pet Door Assembly and spacers can be removed by sliding the sections down and out of the panel.
Step 4 Replace the Spacers
- Replace the spacers and the Pet Door Assembly by sliding them back in a different order to achieve the desired height. You can move the spacer below and above the flap to raise or lower the flap height.
Step 5 Tighten the Screws
- When finished, replace the bottom side-screws and tighten the next upper-side screws.
Step 6 Unlock Spring Mechanism
- Loosen the height adjustment locks at the top of the pet panel with the screwdriver. This allows the spring mechanism to move freely up and down.
Step 7 Test Fit the Panel in Your Track
- To insert the panel into the top track, push up against the spring mechanism and swing the bottom of the panel up and over the threshold.
- Seat the panel on top of the small guide rail in the track.
Step 8 Apply the Weatherstripping
- Once you're sure the panel fits, remove it from the frame and lay it on its side on the ground.
- For foam weatherstripping: Peel the backing off the foam weatherstripping. Press it along both edges of the panel, trimming as needed with scissors to ensure a snug fit.
- For rubber weatherstripping: Clean the edge of your sliding door or window with rubbing alcohol to help the weatherstripping stick properly. Starting at the top or bottom, peel and press the strip into place with the folded edge facing indoors—align angled cuts if you have two pieces. For best results, apply the seal to the sliding door or window, but it can go on the pet door panel if needed.
Step 9 Install the Draft Stopper
- The center post weather seal strip (draft stopper) should be installed on the inside of the home.
- Trim with scissors as needed. Clean the edge of your patio door with rubbing alcohol before installing to assure a good seal.
- Repeat step two to install the panel in your track.
Two-Piece Panel
Difficulty
Easy
Steps
06
Time Required
0.5 hours
Sections
03
Flags
02
Parts
- Top Glass Panel Section
- Bottom Flap Section
- Foam Weather Strip
- Center Post Weather Seal Draft Stopper
- 4 Flathead Screws
- Flathead Screwdriver
- Screwdriver for Adjustment Locks
- Sliding Door C-Clamp Lock
Tools
- Flathead Screwdriver
Please read instructions & notes thoroughly before installation.
Two-Piece Panel
Step 1 Adjust Step Over Height (Optional)
- The top of the flap should be positioned to be at least 1” above the top of the pet’s shoulder.
- If the factory setting is not suitable, please adjust it before proceeding. If the current setting is suitable, proceed to the “Installation Instructions” section.
Step 2 Rearrange the Pieces (Optional)
- Simply slide the pieces up and out from the bottom half of your panel to rearrange.
- Loosen a bottom screw if the pieces are too snug to move.
Step 3 Reconnect the Pieces (Optional)
- Replace the spacers and the Pet Door Assembly by sliding them back in a different order to achieve the desired height.
- You can move the spacer below or above the flap to raise or lower the flap height.
Step 4 Screw the Pieces Together
- The order of the pieces is important! The piece on the bottom needs to always be at the bottom, as that is where the screws attach. You can now assemble the patio panel!
Step 5 Align the Connectors
- Remove the 2 flat head sectional connector screws from the exposed part of the connector on each side.
- Align the aluminum connectors extending from the bottom flap panel section with the top glass panel section.
- Press the aluminum connectors into the holes at the bottom of the top glass panel section.
- Ensure locking cover & height adjustment locks are on the same side!
Step 6 Tap the Pieces Together
- Gently tap the bottom surface of the panel against the ground to completely insert the connectors.
- Protect hard surfaces to prevent scratching.
- The components of the panel are designed to slide together very tightly.
Step 7 Secure the Sections
- Fasten the two panels together using the four flathead screws.
- Use the included flathead screwdriver to tighten all four flathead screws so the two halves of the door are pulled together.
Step 8 Adjust Spring Mechanism
- Loosen the height adjustment locks at the top of the pet panel. This allows the spring mechanism to move freely up and down.
Step 9 Test Fit the Panel in Your Track
- To insert the panel into the top track, push up against the spring mechanism and swing the bottom of the panel up and over the threshold.
- Seat the panel on top of the small guide rail in the track.
Step 10 Apply the Weatherstripping
- Once you're sure the panel fits, remove it from the frame and lay it on its side on the ground.
- For foam weatherstripping: Peel the backing off the foam weatherstripping. Press it along both edges of the panel, trimming as needed with scissors to ensure a snug fit.
- For rubber weatherstripping: Clean the edge of your sliding door or window with rubbing alcohol to help the weatherstripping stick properly. Starting at the top or bottom, peel and press the strip into place with the folded edge facing indoors—align angled cuts if you have two pieces. For best results, apply the seal to the sliding door or window, but it can go on the pet door panel if needed.
Step 11 Install the Draft Stopper
- The center post weather seal strip (draft stopper) should be installed on the inside of the home.
- Trim with scissors as needed. Clean the edge of your patio door with rubbing alcohol before installing to assure a good seal.
Adjusting Stepover Height
Lock Details
Since you cannot lock your sliding door to your panel pet door, we have provided you with alternative locking methods to secure your home:
Installing the sliding door clamp: This clamp has a screw that tightens by hand to prevent the sliding door from moving beyond the clamp’s placement. For doors manufactured with the glass slider on the inside track, the lock can usually be installed on the door’s raised track.
If you aren’t able to use the lock that comes with the panel: A great alternative to locking your sliding glass door is a Charley bar or dowel in the track. Both work off the same concept – they block the slider from opening. When engaged you cannot pull the sliding door away from the pet door panel.
Other Installation Options
Semi-Permanent Installation:
You might choose to secure the panel in your track with screws. This can be done by drilling screws at an angle in the top and bottom tracks. We recommend doing this from the outside to minimize damage to the sliding glass door frame. One-way screws will prevent tampering or removal of the panel from the outside.
Stationary Panel:
Some stationary sliding door panels can be unfastened and moved over to one side so that you can install the pet door panel between the jamb and stationary panel.
Avoid damaging your sliding glass door by checking that your door can move and that you can reinstall it properly before trying to uninstall the unit.
You will still lose space in your slider to move through, however, you will be able to use your existing sliding door lock to secure your home. Installing your pet door this way is also great in that you already have an alarm system in place.
If your sliding glass door slides on the outside track, using an alternative lock might not be possible, so this allows you to still lock your door.
NOTE: You can do the stationary panel install with the regular spring actuator method – no need to screw it in.
Warranty
Warranty Type: Limited.
Duration: 3 years
Coverage: Defects in materials and workmanship under standard regular use.
Exclusions:
Damage caused by misuse or not using the product as intended.
Improper installation.
Damage caused by chewing.
Customer Reviews
Size Chart
| Flap Size | Flap Dimension | Step Over Range | Overall Panel Width | Recommended Pet Height |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Small | 5" w x 12" h | 3" - 5" | 10-3/16" | 9" - 16" |
| Medium | 7" w x 16" h | 3" - 5" | 12-1/4" | 9" - 22" |
| Large | 9" w x 20" h | 3" - 7" (ships at 5") | 14-1/4" | 9" - 28" |
| Extra Large | 11" w x 24" h | 3" - 7" (ships at 5") | 16-5/16" | 9" - 35" |
| XXL | 13" w x 28" h | 3" - 7" (ships at 5") | 18-3/8" | 9" - 40" |
Track Height Adjustment range is based on the measurement of your sliding door track height from the lowest point of your track to the highest point. Each Liberty Pet Door Panel has a 3" adjustment range. The following standard adjustment ranges are available:
- Short: 74 3⁄4" – 77 3⁄4"
- Regular: 77 1⁄4" – 80 1⁄4"
- Tall: 93 1⁄4" – 96 1⁄4" (additional cost)
If your measured track height does not fall within one of the ranges above, we can make a custom height! Custom height option may take up to 4 weeks to special order the glass and build the panel.
One-Piece Panel
Difficulty
Easy
Steps
06
Time Required
0.5 hours
Sections
02
Flags
02
Parts
- Panel Pet Door
- Foam Weather Strip
- Center Post Weather Seal Draft Stopper
- Sliding Door C-Clamp Lock
- Screwdriver
Tools
- Flathead Screwdriver
Please read instructions & notes thoroughly before installation.
One-Piece Panel
Step 1 Adjust the Step Over (Optional)
- The top of the flap should be positioned to be at least 1” above the top of the pet’s shoulder.
- If the factory setting is not suitable, please adjust it before proceeding. If the current setting is suitable, proceed to the “Installation Instructions” section.
Step 2 Adjust the Screws
- Lay the entire panel on a flat surface.
- Using a #2 flat head screwdriver, remove the bottom side-screws and loosen the upper side-screws. Screws were tightly installed to hold the panel together during shipping; a power tool* is recommended.
Step 3 Adjust the Spacers
- Once the bottom screws have been removed and the upper side-screws loosened, the Pet Door Assembly and spacers can be removed by sliding the sections down and out of the panel.
Step 4 Replace the Spacers
- Replace the spacers and the Pet Door Assembly by sliding them back in a different order to achieve the desired height. You can move the spacer below and above the flap to raise or lower the flap height.
Step 5 Tighten the Screws
- When finished, replace the bottom side-screws and tighten the next upper-side screws.
Step 6 Unlock Spring Mechanism
- Loosen the height adjustment locks at the top of the pet panel with the screwdriver. This allows the spring mechanism to move freely up and down.
Step 7 Test Fit the Panel in Your Track
- To insert the panel into the top track, push up against the spring mechanism and swing the bottom of the panel up and over the threshold.
- Seat the panel on top of the small guide rail in the track.
Step 8 Apply the Weatherstripping
- Once you're sure the panel fits, remove it from the frame and lay it on its side on the ground.
- For foam weatherstripping: Peel the backing off the foam weatherstripping. Press it along both edges of the panel, trimming as needed with scissors to ensure a snug fit.
- For rubber weatherstripping: Clean the edge of your sliding door or window with rubbing alcohol to help the weatherstripping stick properly. Starting at the top or bottom, peel and press the strip into place with the folded edge facing indoors—align angled cuts if you have two pieces. For best results, apply the seal to the sliding door or window, but it can go on the pet door panel if needed.
Step 9 Install the Draft Stopper
- The center post weather seal strip (draft stopper) should be installed on the inside of the home.
- Trim with scissors as needed. Clean the edge of your patio door with rubbing alcohol before installing to assure a good seal.
- Repeat step two to install the panel in your track.
Two-Piece Panel
Difficulty
Easy
Steps
06
Time Required
0.5 hours
Sections
03
Flags
02
Parts
- Top Glass Panel Section
- Bottom Flap Section
- Foam Weather Strip
- Center Post Weather Seal Draft Stopper
- 4 Flathead Screws
- Flathead Screwdriver
- Screwdriver for Adjustment Locks
- Sliding Door C-Clamp Lock
Tools
- Flathead Screwdriver
Please read instructions & notes thoroughly before installation.
Two-Piece Panel
Step 1 Adjust Step Over Height (Optional)
- The top of the flap should be positioned to be at least 1” above the top of the pet’s shoulder.
- If the factory setting is not suitable, please adjust it before proceeding. If the current setting is suitable, proceed to the “Installation Instructions” section.
Step 2 Rearrange the Pieces (Optional)
- Simply slide the pieces up and out from the bottom half of your panel to rearrange.
- Loosen a bottom screw if the pieces are too snug to move.
Step 3 Reconnect the Pieces (Optional)
- Replace the spacers and the Pet Door Assembly by sliding them back in a different order to achieve the desired height.
- You can move the spacer below or above the flap to raise or lower the flap height.
Step 4 Screw the Pieces Together
- The order of the pieces is important! The piece on the bottom needs to always be at the bottom, as that is where the screws attach. You can now assemble the patio panel!
Step 5 Align the Connectors
- Remove the 2 flat head sectional connector screws from the exposed part of the connector on each side.
- Align the aluminum connectors extending from the bottom flap panel section with the top glass panel section.
- Press the aluminum connectors into the holes at the bottom of the top glass panel section.
- Ensure locking cover & height adjustment locks are on the same side!
Step 6 Tap the Pieces Together
- Gently tap the bottom surface of the panel against the ground to completely insert the connectors.
- Protect hard surfaces to prevent scratching.
- The components of the panel are designed to slide together very tightly.
Step 7 Secure the Sections
- Fasten the two panels together using the four flathead screws.
- Use the included flathead screwdriver to tighten all four flathead screws so the two halves of the door are pulled together.
Step 8 Adjust Spring Mechanism
- Loosen the height adjustment locks at the top of the pet panel. This allows the spring mechanism to move freely up and down.
Step 9 Test Fit the Panel in Your Track
- To insert the panel into the top track, push up against the spring mechanism and swing the bottom of the panel up and over the threshold.
- Seat the panel on top of the small guide rail in the track.
Step 10 Apply the Weatherstripping
- Once you're sure the panel fits, remove it from the frame and lay it on its side on the ground.
- For foam weatherstripping: Peel the backing off the foam weatherstripping. Press it along both edges of the panel, trimming as needed with scissors to ensure a snug fit.
- For rubber weatherstripping: Clean the edge of your sliding door or window with rubbing alcohol to help the weatherstripping stick properly. Starting at the top or bottom, peel and press the strip into place with the folded edge facing indoors—align angled cuts if you have two pieces. For best results, apply the seal to the sliding door or window, but it can go on the pet door panel if needed.
Step 11 Install the Draft Stopper
- The center post weather seal strip (draft stopper) should be installed on the inside of the home.
- Trim with scissors as needed. Clean the edge of your patio door with rubbing alcohol before installing to assure a good seal.
Adjusting Stepover Height
Lock Details
Since you cannot lock your sliding door to your panel pet door, we have provided you with alternative locking methods to secure your home:
Installing the sliding door clamp: This clamp has a screw that tightens by hand to prevent the sliding door from moving beyond the clamp’s placement. For doors manufactured with the glass slider on the inside track, the lock can usually be installed on the door’s raised track.
If you aren’t able to use the lock that comes with the panel: A great alternative to locking your sliding glass door is a Charley bar or dowel in the track. Both work off the same concept – they block the slider from opening. When engaged you cannot pull the sliding door away from the pet door panel.
Other Installation Options
Semi-Permanent Installation:
You might choose to secure the panel in your track with screws. This can be done by drilling screws at an angle in the top and bottom tracks. We recommend doing this from the outside to minimize damage to the sliding glass door frame. One-way screws will prevent tampering or removal of the panel from the outside.
Stationary Panel:
Some stationary sliding door panels can be unfastened and moved over to one side so that you can install the pet door panel between the jamb and stationary panel.
Avoid damaging your sliding glass door by checking that your door can move and that you can reinstall it properly before trying to uninstall the unit.
You will still lose space in your slider to move through, however, you will be able to use your existing sliding door lock to secure your home. Installing your pet door this way is also great in that you already have an alarm system in place.
If your sliding glass door slides on the outside track, using an alternative lock might not be possible, so this allows you to still lock your door.
NOTE: You can do the stationary panel install with the regular spring actuator method – no need to screw it in.
Warranty
Warranty Type: Limited.
Duration: 3 years
Coverage: Defects in materials and workmanship under standard regular use.
Exclusions:
Damage caused by misuse or not using the product as intended.
Improper installation.
Damage caused by chewing.
