Pet Bed Warmer at fantastic price!

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One of my pet bed warmers quit last night, and I found a replacement at the best price I have ever seen, 11.99. These are so loved by all my cats, ferals and house cats alike. They are in use constantly, and I think the best present you could give to your cat, especially the older ones, and would help keep them happier and healthier for a little longer. It is sold on Amazon, by Amazon,comLLC , and is called K & H Manufacturing Pet Bed Warmer Tan. It is 8.5 x9.5 inches and 4 watts.  Just slip it under their bedding and it warms to 102 degrees,  Check it out!
 

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I've always wanted to buy one (or more) of these, but I worry. Is 102 a good temp for a warmer? I have a kitty with severe arthritis (we've been treating her with various treatments for several months now) and this seems right up her alley. Tell me more, please.
 

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102F is typical for many pet warmers and heated beds. Many warmers only warm up to 102 when it "senses" a pet's weight on the pad. When the pet gets off, the warmer stays on but at a lower temperature.

The surface of the bed will be about 15°F above ambient air temperature until the pet lies on the bed. Then it will warm to about 102°F, which is the natural body temperature of dogs and cats.

http://www.khpet.com/pet-bed-warmer.html

The web site has a product FAQ with commonly asked questions about using the warmer.

If you tuck the warmer under a folded blanket or towel or under the removable pad of a pet bed, that would help prevent the pet from getting too hot and prevent burns. Some pets don't know to get off something if it's too warm for comfort


I have another warming pad made by the same company. It's called the Small Animal Heated Pad. It's hard plastic, indoor/ outdoor use, and uses 25 watts. The sturdy wrapped electrical cord is great if you have a pet that tends to chew through cords. I mainly use the pad to keep the mice warm but Emma lies on the pad when I'm cleaning out the box. The cats have microwavable SnuggeSafe pads to use.
 

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What about a cat who doesn't use his own bed? Would it be a bad idea to put one of these on my bed, like in the corner or something, and maybe put a towel over it?
 

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What about a cat who doesn't use his own bed? Would it be a bad idea to put one of these on my bed, like in the corner or something, and maybe put a towel over it?
It should be fine although I would use a microwavable pet pad instead of one that plugs in just to be safe.

Sometimes I use the SnuggleSafe to warm up my bed before bedtime on cold winter nights or just to keep warm, especially if I'm sick with a cold
 

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I have used these for many years.  I wrap mine in a hand towel, then place another towel on top. Then I usually put a piece of fleece on top of it all.  My kitties LOVE the heated beds and I know they won't get burned. 
 

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Thanks LTS. I shall look into the microwaveable version.
 

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It should be fine although I would use a microwavable pet pad instead of one that plugs in just to be safe.

Sometimes I use the SnuggleSafe to warm up my bed before bedtime on cold winter nights or just to keep warm, especially if I'm sick with a cold :anon:
How long do the microwavable ones hold their heat?
 

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The SnuggleSafe stays warm for about 12 hours. Sometimes mine last longer than that, up to 18 hours or so. Covering the pad with a towel or blanket seems to keep the pad warmer longer, kind of like insulation.
 

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The fleece cover isn't really well made. Claws and apparently teeth can rip it apart. The cover isn't necessary if you tuck the pad in between the folds of a towel under the pad of a pet bed or something.
 
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