Outdoor Cat Enclosures

There are many cats out there who can benefit from a heated cat bed. Before you buy one you want to make sure it is the right size for your feline. You’ll also want to consider whether or not they will benefit from these. There are several different reasons these are good to buy. If you have an elderly or sick cat they’ll appreciate it, as will any short-haired cat in the winter time.

Heated cat beds come in several different sizes. Most of them range in price from $40-$60, though it is always possible to find cheaper or more expensive varieties. They look like a regular cat bed. Most are just ovals, but some have tops on them. The majority of them are for indoor use. It is possible to get some pads that are also good for outdoor use. While we recommend that cats be kept inside, we know that this can’t always happen. If you have cats that are staying in your barn or garage, you might want to keep them warm when the weather is bad.

The most popular and well rated brand is the K&H Thermo-Kitty Bed. This comes in a couple of different sizes, but I’ve linked to the 16 inch one. This is good for both small and medium sized kitties. Some of your larger guys might find it too small, but as felines are known for getting into spaces too small for them, I’m sure most won’t mind. But you’ll want to check the return policy if you aren’t sure if it will be right for you. This is a round shape and measures 16 x 16 x 6 inches. Out of over 70 reviews it maintains a four and a half star rating. It plugs into an outlet and can be used year round. Its heater is four watts. When not in use, it stays about 12 to 15 degrees warmer than room temperature. With a cat present, it heats to 102 degrees.

A fancier heated cat bed is the K&H Thermo-Kitty Cabin. This will definitely keep your cat cozy. It uses two thermometers to regulate the temperature, and it keeps the temperature the same as the regular bed. This condo can actually transform into three different shapes. The cabin is the coziest option and is good for shy cats who like hiding away. It also has an open cove struction and a walled platform that provides some privacy.

If you want to keep an outdoor cat warm in the winter time, K&H also makes the 1070 Lectro-Soft Heated Outdoor Bed. This comes in small, medium, and large and can be used for cats or dogs, indoors or out. Its exterior is soft PVC so it won’t absorb water. It is good for basements, porches, garages, or doghouses.