10 Best Dog Gates For Stairs

Perfect For: Installation directly on a staircase bannister at the top or bottom of stairs

What We Like: It creates a seamless look with wooden staircases due to the honey oak wood

Able to fit into stairway openings up to 48 inches wide, this solid oak pet gate for stairs comes equipped with a swinging door that’s easy to latch. It was designed to accommodate both a single bannister and a double up to 5 inches in thickness without the use of any drill during installation.  

This durable and hardwearing pet gate for stairs comes with an installation kit which makes the installation process seamless. There is a mounting extension included as well which allows it to be a versatile choice for most homes. 

This gate looks great and serves the purpose at the top of our flight of stairs.

Perfect For: Those looking for something beyond a standard dog stair gate

What We Like: It comes in a variety of finishes and colors

Not So Good For: High-traffic stairways

Showcasing an ethereal cut-out tree branch design, this four-panel dog stair gate is connected by hinges and adjustable to fit into doorways or stairways up to 50 inches wide. It sits 30 inches tall and is made out of sturdy wood laminate.  

Due to this dog stair gate’s freestanding design and sliding nature, it might be best not to use it in busy home areas where you constantly have to move it out of the way to get up and down the stairs. For those worried about scratches, it does come with non-skid foam bottoms which help protect hardwood or tile flooring. 

Very happy with this pet gate. Beautiful and heavy enough so that my 8-month-old boxer can’t knock it over or out of his way. Definitely recommend.

Perfect For: Larger staircases and front foyers

What We Like: Its adjustable nature which should fit nicely in most stairways

Not So Good For: A fully stabilized stair gate for dogs as it’s a freestanding model

Crafted out of a combination of dark brown wood with black iron vertical bars, this stair gate for dogs comes with four 24-inch hinged panels that are usable up to 80 inches in width. This gate is foldable with one portion containing a retractable and lockable pet door.

Also available in white, this four-part wide stair gate for dogs makes the most sense for those with a larger staircase that exists in a spacious front hallway. It’s lightweight to handle and move around if needed. This gate measures just over 32 inches high, so it will work to keep small children and larger pets safe. 

The perfect way to protect pets and keep some areas of the house off limits.

Although designed for infants, this retractable safety gate is also perfect for your four-legged friends, up to 40 pounds. It is so durable it can be used both inside your home and outdoor on porches or decking.

Extending up to 71 inches, the installation can be done within a few minutes and the kit includes everything you need to get your gate ready for use. Manufactured from a durable UV and claw resistant mesh that easily retracts when required and only needs one hand to operate the mechanism. This gate uses the latest technology to prevent your pets from accessing restricted areas when you need it most.

What we like:

●    Retractable design

●    Suitable for indoor and outdoor use

●    Suitable for large stairways

●    Claw resistant

What we don’t like:

●    Can be annoying to open and close

This is a really unique dog barrier for keeping your pet away from the stairs or other areas of your home, while still being able to keep an eye on them! A multi-panel and fully adjustable gate, it can stretch up to 125 inches wide at full extension and can easily be placed to curve around entrances or exit points or other larger areas.

Constructed from durable transparent plastic and weighing just 25 pounds, this is a lightweight stair barrier that is easy to transport and store.

What we like:

●    Fully transparent

●    Adjustable

●    Foldable design

●    Freestanding

What we don’t like:

●    There’s nothing we don’t like.

If you are looking for a reliable and semi-permanent way to block your dog’s access to the stairs a mounted gate provides just the right amount of security.

Made from steel, there is no way your inquisitive pooch will be breaking, or chewing, his way through this barrier. It is designed for both indoor or outdoor use and is weather and water-resistant. The spring-loaded latch allows the gate to close automatically behind you, which is handy if you are trying to block an access passage that is in regular use.

What we like:

●    Chew resistant

●    Strong

●    Suitable for indoor and outdoor use

●    Closes automatically

What we don’t like:

●    There’s nothing we don’t like.

This wooden barrier is available in a range of colors including white, grey, and pine, making it easy to find one to seamlessly fit into your home environment. Expertly crafted in the style of a traditional country gate, this solid wood gate is designed to last.

When in use, the gate can be locked for security, and since it’s lightweight it can be easily folded away or stored when not in use. Rubber stoppers on the base of the gate are included to prevent scratches or marks on wooden flooring. One thing to look out for is that this model is not chew-resistant, so if your pampered pooch has a tendency to mouth on furniture, this may not be the right gate for you.

What we like:

●    Traditional wooden gate design

●    Lightweight

●    Foldable

What we don’t like:

●    Not chew resistant

This metal kit allows you to fit almost any barrier to your stair entranceway, running banister to banister.

The metal hardware mounting is designed to fit six brackets to your stairway without damaging either the wall or the banister. It can be used for as long as is needed and then removed with little fuss. The perfect support for barriers, no matter the size of the gate. It’s worth noting that the gate itself is not included, so this will need to be purchased separately.

What we like:

●    Works with almost any gate

●    Easy to install

●    The perfect solution if you need a banister to banister dog gate

What we don’t like:

●    Gate not included!

This stylish pet gate for stairs is both affordable and robust. For the environmentally-conscious shopper, this gate really fits the bill. The gate is made from durable bamboo, which is an easily renewable wood source since it grows quickly and is easy to use without causing excessive damage to the environment. What’s more, the panels that make up the bulk of the barrier are constructed from 100% recycled plastic.

Since it’s pressure mounted, this gate can be easily moved and doesn’t require any permanent installation, so no annoying nails or holes in your walls. Standing at a height of 24 inches, this is the perfect sausage stopper stair gate for smaller breeds.

What we like:

●    No permanent installation required

●    Perfect for smaller dogs

●    Eco-friendly design

What we don’t like:

●    There’s nothing we don’t like.

Extremely sturdy and easy to install. One of the main advantages to this gate is the adaptability – it swings both inside and outside once installed to make it easier to enter or exit while keeping your dog on one side of the gate.

The heavy-duty metal, painted white, is not the most aesthetically pleasing of stair gates for dogs. However, when it comes to safety this gate is guaranteed to keep even large dogs out of no-go areas. It can be used at the bottom, or top, of stairs or as a barrier in the doorway between rooms.

What we like:

●    Sturdy

●    Easy to install

●    Good for dogs of all sizes

What we don’t like:

●    The industrial design may not suit all homes

This extra-wide dog gate can be adjusted for multiple uses, including blocking access to the stairs. Manufactured to form three wooden panels that can be folded, or extended depending on your needs this is a truly flexible piece of kit to keep your pet pooch safe and out of harm’s way. This is a great choice for anyone with awkwardly shaped stairs!

This gate is more than just functional, the sturdy wooden design is decorative thanks to the dark cherry gloss finish on the pinewood slats. The vertical planks allow you to keep an eye on your four-legged friend from a distance. Plus, the built-in two-way swing door allows you to pass through the gate without moving the whole gate out of place.

What we like:

●    Extra-wide design

●    Foldable

●    Two-way swing door

What we don’t like:

●    Not chew resistant

One of the off-putting parts of investing in a dog safety gate for stairs is the concern about it looking ugly when permanently installed in your home. Of course, safety comes first, but we also want our homes to feel warm and inviting.

This solid wood frame, featuring 360-degree hinges which allow for multiple configurations is the perfect solution. Painted in classic white, in a decorative mid-century style. Although not as strong as some other models, the rubber pads on the wooden feet protect floors from being scratched and it can be easily folded away and moved when required, making it the perfect choice for homes that don’t require a permanent gate presence.

What we like:

●    Beautiful lattice design

●    Multiple configurations

●    Won’t scratch wooden floors

What we don’t like:

●    Not as strong as some models

This is the perfect stair gate for dogs if you are looking for a solution that can be easily moved or adjusted while in use. Because it’s lightweight, this gate conveniently folds together to a more compact size for expedient storage or transport from room to room.

This dog (or other pet) barrier is a perfect way to limit access to parts of your home while maintaining a stylish look. No installation is required, you can simply prop up the gate where you want to restrict access. At a full width of 73 inches, no matter how wide your staircase, this gate is likely to be able to accommodate your needs.

What we like:

●    Lightweight compact design

●    Suitable for wide stairs

●    Folding design

What we don’t like:

●    Not as sturdy as other models