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Originally Posted by Great Big Puppy  Hi everyone. Since fall is here and winter is around the corner (yuck!!!) I have been thinking about my outside cat. He is about 7 years old and in very good health, but it does get cold here and I am thinking about putting a bed outside for him. I was even thinking about a heated bed for those really cold days and nights. Does anyone have any suggestions for what would work, without attracting mice (not that they would stand a chance against him though) and would be safe for him? I was thinking about a small to medium size dog crate with the door removed and a blanket of some sort in there and maybe a heating pad for pets under it? His full sister lives inside, but he has never liked being confined to the house. Do you think I am going overboard on him? |
Definitely check out the K&H warming mats. They are super popular, with really positive user reviews. They have one that's especially for outdoor cats.
Here's a link to it on amazon. Here's a
picture of the set-up that one person has, that uses a upside-down tupperware container as a shelter, with the pad under it.
It saves energy by just working when there's a weight on it. K&H brand is a little more expensive, but it's worth it because the cheaper ones break really easily.
Here's a
link to a K&H bed that's cheaper, but it's meant for indoor use. So if you're planning on putting it somewhere really sheltered from moisture, like in a barn or garage, this one would be suitable.
