Walk, Don't Jump

I've mentioned before my efforts to help Murphy with his difficulty jumping. Stage one was buying and installing doggie steps so he can climb up to the doggie-door instead of having to jump up. Stage two... When I first installed the doggie-door, these many years ago, I put it too high; the bottom of the opening was about 9" above the base of the door. Rather than buy a new door and install a doggie-door properly, I decided just to remove the frame of the doggie-door and extend the opening downward. Remembering how much trouble I had with the initial installation, I went over to Sears Hardware and discussed matters with their Tool Guy. He recommended the appropriate saw, blade, and settings.

This morning, I did the job. Well, not quite; there are a couple of loose ends that need tidying, but the basic setup is right, and I've verified that Murphy can just step through. It ain't pretty, but it works, and at least for the time being Murphy's needs have been met.

(Now, if he'll just use it instead of piddling in the house...)