Should I use the ID or the full path in my feed?

You can use either, but the numeric ID 505811 is preferred because it is language-independent and less prone to formatting errors.

Does this category affect which customers see my ads?

No, the google_product_category does not limit ad visibility; it primarily helps Google understand your product to apply correct policies and attributes.

Can I use my own internal classification instead?

Yes, you can use the product_type attribute for your own internal structure, but it does not replace the required google_product_category taxonomy.

Google product category

Pet Door Accessories

Category ID505811

Full path for the feedAnimals & Pet Supplies > Pet Supplies > Pet Door Accessories

Product examples in this category (US market)

Real products found in Google Shopping, shown as examples.

Ideal Pet Products Flap Replacement
PetSafe Closing Panel Dog & Cat Door Cover
Cat Mate Electromagnetic Cat Flap
SureFlap Microchip Door
PetSafe Extreme Weather Insulated Flap Kit

Understanding Pet Door Accessories

The Pet Door Accessories category, identified by the ID 505811, belongs under Animals & Pet Supplies > Pet Supplies. This classification is specifically for components and add-ons designed to improve, repair, or secure existing pet door installations.

What belongs in this category

This category includes items that are secondary to the primary pet door unit. Based on examples from the US market, this includes:

Replacement flaps for various pet door models
Closing panels or protective covers for pet doors
Insulated kits for extreme weather conditions
Specialized electronic locking mechanisms or door control components

What does not belong here

If you are selling complete doors, please use the Pet Doors category instead. Items intended for general care or maintenance, such as Pet Collars & Harnesses, Pet Agility Equipment, or Pet Training Aids, belong in their respective dedicated categories rather than this one. Similarly, hardware related to Pet Containment Systems or specialized Vehicle Pet Barriers must be categorized accordingly to ensure Google applies the correct policy requirements to your shopping ads.

Feed submission guidance

To categorize these products, use the ID 505811 or the full path Animals & Pet Supplies > Pet Supplies > Pet Door Accessories. While providing this attribute is optional, it is highly recommended to improve categorization accuracy, as Google's automatic assignment can often be too broad for specialized components like flap replacements.

Frequently asked questions

Should I use the ID or the full path in my feed?: You can use either, but the numeric ID 505811 is preferred because it is language-independent and less prone to formatting errors.
Does this category affect which customers see my ads?: No, the google_product_category does not limit ad visibility; it primarily helps Google understand your product to apply correct policies and attributes.
Can I use my own internal classification instead?: Yes, you can use the product_type attribute for your own internal structure, but it does not replace the required google_product_category taxonomy.

This category in other languages

ru: Животные и товары для питомцев > Товары для домашних животных > Принадлежности для дверей с окошком для домашних животных
uk: Тварини та товари для тварин > Товари для домашніх тварин > Приладдя для дверей з віконцем для домашніх тварин