Carlson 36" Extra Tall Walk Through Dog Gate for Doorways & Bottom of Stairs, Metal Pet Gate with Small Pet Door, Expands 29.5β, 36.5β, White Review
By Dr. Lena Ortiz · Canine wellness writer · Published 2026-05-17 · Updated 2026-07-05
4.4(9,800)Amazon rating$49.99700+ bought last month
Our verdict
The Carlson 36 inch Extra Tall Walk Through Gate pairs a taller metal barrier with a built-in small pet door, giving owners a way to let smaller dogs or cats pass while keeping bigger dogs contained, and its 4.4 star average across nearly 9,800 reviews backs it up as a proven design.
Households with a mix of pet sizes, or anyone who wants a taller gate with a built-in small door instead of removing the whole gate every time a smaller pet needs through.
Skip if
You only have one dog and don't need a small pet door, since a simpler solid gate may cost less.
Weight 4.99 Kilograms
Priced 21% below the category median ($62.98 across 107 tracked models)
Our scorecard
4.4/5overall
Owner rating4.4/5
4.4 average across 9,800 owner ratings
Popularity4.4/5
9,800 owner reviews, more than most models here
The overall score is owner satisfaction weighted by how many reviews back it, so a high rating from few reviews counts for less. The bars below show where this model stands against the other dog and cat food, health, gear and grooming we track in this category on price, popularity and size. Context, not marks against it, and our read of the data, not a lab test.
Overview
["This Carlson gate is built from alloy steel and stands 36 inches tall, taller than most standard pressure-mounted gates, which helps with dogs that jump. It expands from 29.5 to 36.5 inches wide with a 6 inch extension included, and it's pressure mounted rather than requiring wall hardware.", 'The standout feature is the built-in small pet door, so cats or small dogs can walk through on their own while the main gate stays closed to bigger dogs. It closes with a simple button latch and includes four adjustable hand wheels, wall cups, and mounting screws in the box.', "At $49.99 and about 11 pounds, it's a mid-range option backed by a 90 day limited warranty. With close to 9,800 reviews and a 4.4 star average, it has a solid track record for multi-pet homes."]
Pros
36 inch height is taller than most pressure gates, better for jumpers
Built-in small pet door lets cats or small dogs pass without opening the whole gate
Alloy steel construction with pressure mount, no drilling required
Includes a 6 inch extension for wider openings
Backed by a 90 day limited warranty
Cons
Button latch closure may be less convenient than a lever for one-handed use
Pressure mounting means it's not as rock-solid as a hardware-mounted gate for very strong dogs
At nearly 11 pounds, it's heavier to move between doorways than lighter plastic gates
Specifications
Weight
4.99 Kilograms
Performance notes
The alloy steel frame and 36 inch height are built to handle dogs that jump or paw at standard-height gates, and the small pet door cut into the panel means smaller pets can come and go without the whole gate being opened. Pressure mounting with four adjustable hand wheels lets you dial in a tight fit for openings between 29.5 and 36.5 inches.
What buyers say
Nearly 9,800 reviews at a 4.4 star average makes this one of the better established multi-pet gates in its category, with steady demand from households managing dogs of different sizes.
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