Good morning ma!
Very clear pros and cons to doggie doors, now that we have one in use.
They might be OK for a door in an outside room or porch that would not permit ingress into the home per se but would give a pet shelter from inclement weather wherein they could then be let into a home at the convenience of the owner.
Congratulations on a major milestone (roof) being completed on your home.
Looking out the window as the rain hits the new roof. So glad it is up. Its a YUGE blessing
My little Yorkie has a doggy door that is activated by a tag on his collar. When he gets near and pushes on the door it will open for him. It won’t open for the cats without the tag. You could also put time limits on each tag, or whether they get to exit or come in or both. Pretty neat.
Very convenient for DOGS, CATS (not necessarily your own), rodents, and raccoons.