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RFID-enabled doggie door offers class, security

Tuesday, November 3, 2009

Plexidor has developed a new RFID-enabled doggie door that lets your pet in while keeping unwanted guests out.

The door is designed to automatically open when your pet approaches thanks to an RFID “key” tag affixed to its collar. Only pets outfitted with the corresponding tag can enter, and so other critters that could just as easily crawl through a traditional doggie door are denied access.

The Plexidor Pet Doors range from $129 to $800 depending on the size and model.

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