Guides

Layers inside a self-warming cat mat: fleece, filling, Mylar film and non-slip base
Self-Warming vs. Heated Cat Beds: Which One Does Your Cat Need?
How self-warming beds compare with electric heated beds on warmth, safety, cost and placement, and a simple way to decide. Read more...
Self-warming cat mat size guide: S, M, L and XL
How to Choose the Right Cat Bed Size: A Simple Measuring Guide
How to measure your cat, match a bed to how they sleep, and choose a size for one cat, two cats, crates or carriers. Read more...
Heated outdoor cat house set up on a snowy porch
How to Set Up a Heated Outdoor Cat House: Placement, Power and Safety
Where to put a heated cat house, how to power it safely, and how to help wary outdoor cats move in. Read more...
Raised cat shelter in the snow
How to Keep Outdoor and Feral Cats Warm in Winter: 10 Practical Steps
Shelter, bedding, food, water and winter hazards: ten practical steps to help outdoor and feral cats through the cold months. Read more...
Heated pad inside a foil-lined cat shelter
Heated vs. Unheated Outdoor Cat Shelters: Which One Do Your Cats Need?
When an insulated shelter is enough, when a heated pad is worth it, and how to decide for your climate and your cats. Read more...
Heated pad covering the floor of an outdoor cat house
How Much Electricity Does a Heated Cat House Use? (With Monthly Cost Math)
The math for 20W, 35W and 40W heated cat pads: maximum monthly kWh, what it costs at typical U.S. rates, and how to check your own. Read more...
Heated cat house details: doors, windows, insulated lining and cable hole
Is It Safe to Leave a Heated Cat Bed Plugged In? A Practical Safety Checklist
What makes a heated cat bed safe to leave on: pad regulation, what MET, ETL and UL listings mean, cords, outlets and a monthly check. Read more...