Are electric heating mats safe for cats? What's the burn risk?

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I'm thinking of buying an electric heating mat for my cats. Are they safe to use? Could it burn my cat even on a low setting? Pet's info: Cat | Persian | Female | spayed | 4 years and 8 months old

Daniel Fonza, DVM · Accepted Answer

Hi there and thank you for using Pet Coach! Generally the electrical pads have a risk for short circuiting and can overheat with the animal on the pad leading to severe skin burns. There are newer options for keeping animals warm such as warmer crates / bedding, oscillating heat fans (dyson), and controlling the ambient room temperature. I have seen several burns related to electrical heat pads so I am not a big proponent of using these as the risk is too high for burns.

Are electric heating mats safe for cats? What's the burn risk?

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