Pet-owners are often wary of setting up home security systems for fear of their pets triggering too many false alarms. Indeed, with traditional security motion detectors, where sensors track a movement or a change in heat signatures in a designated area, the sudden entrance of an over-excited pet can cause a false alarm. This is a nuisance and might stress your pet if a siren sounds too.
To work around this, using pet-friendly detectors is recommended. These detectors typically use Passive Infrared Sensor (PIR) technology to detect movement. PIR can also determine if the motion is made by a human or an animal, the latter of which won’t issue an alert.
Pet-friendly detectors can be set to ignore the movement of animals of a certain size and weight, thereby decreasing the probability of false alarms.
Aside from the type of detector, the proper installation and the location of the detector also plays an important role in making sure the security system functions as it should. This is something you can best manage by consulting a professional for advice. At Donvac, we are happy to help assess your needs when it comes to a pet-friendly approach to security.
Take your pet’s habits into account.
If your pet regularly hangs out in a particular area, it might be wise to point the detector another way. For instance, if your cat tends to play on the stairs, choose another security solution for that area instead of a motion detector. There’s an option to have your property zoned so that the detector will only be active in the selected areas.
Additionally, make sure your detectors are out of reach of your pets. Cats, in particular, are known to be very capable of jumping and climbing doors, window sills, drapes and shelves. Dogs also tend to be very excitable, so avoid installing your detectors where they can easily get to it.
There’s also a choice of having magnetic reed switches installed instead of traditional sensors. These switches are usually installed outside opening doors and windows, making it more difficult to trigger with small movements made by pets.
Do you want to protect not only your property but your furry friends as well?
Consult Donvac professionals today! Call us at Donvac on 1300 554 825 so we can discuss which options will work best for you and your pets. Armed with the right security solution for your circumstances, not only can you save yourself the hassle of a false alarm, but also ensure that you remain safe from actual threats.
We also provide reliable security systems in Melbourne for your peace of mind. Our professionals will ensure that you get only the best products for your safety and security.
