Does this have a cool touch housing? Would it burn a dog if it got too close?
1324329
Every part of the heater is cool to the touch, with the exception of where the hot air comes from the grill. The air gets hot, but not to the point of danger. I would doubt that an animal would stay that close to it. I use the unit to warm a parrot's cage. It provides just enough warmth to keep him happy.
1324330
Yes, the housing is made out of a strong and durable plastic that seems to resist getting hot. I have had it on for over an hour now and the container or housing is still cool to the touch. The Only thing that would burn your dog is the heat, but with the protection of your dog's fur I would say that he is out of the woods, and on safe grounds.
1324331
They are ideal for pets. The housing is cool, the low design is more stable and will take a little rough housing without falling over, and the blower can be easily angled to suit both you and your pets preferences. I've had two dogs and a cat happily live with this heater. The dog beds are about eight feet away and both LOVE it. Also perfect for warming my cold legs and feet under desk. I've just purchased a third one this year. I use one to heat a green house.
1006977
Yes but i had it close i mounted it on my shed over the wooden privacy fence. Aiming down at the dogs..also turned it on only when i was home So as the dogs would not get use to it
1428301
No, the housing remains cool to the touch. Only the area of the cover grill directly in front of the element gets particularly hot at all, but not so hot as to burn skin. I was skeptical when I first bought a pair of these, and when they arrived and turned out to be much smaller than I expected, I was only more critical. But they have far exceeded my expectations for output, circulation and economy.
718463
No, but it only draws a minimal current. It's only warm to the touch, but our dog loves it.
1034049
NO! This matt is super thin. hardly any "gel" in the matt. the gel disperses when the dog lays on it, so he is basicly lying on the floor beneath. there for the heat wicking ability is nil. the matt was never any cooler than the floor, and my dogs never particularly seeked it out. always the tile, or concrete. the ones that have to best tendancy if little help are the water filled ones providing your dogs arent scratchers or chewers otherwise you have a mess. id say in your transport case deal, get a small battery operated fan and strap it right to cage!
1571421
It goes on top and it's very sensitive! Sounds like a smoke detector:) loud. My two 1 1/2 year old dobermans won't go near it! Finally a victory for me:)))!
725852
Not entirely sure about pet safety. I hung it by my furnace in the basement. Over protecting my house a little but hey! The price is well worth saving a potential problem.
1528792
The unit does stay cool/warm to the touch but the front grille does get hot. Thus a pet would not be able to lean against the front grill.
1986429
I live NW of Houston where it is extremely hot during the summer. This dog house has plenty of ventilation. #1 up off the ground and the door is big enough to let lots of air in and out. I bought it for my Siberian Husky mix who is turning 13 years old this September. She absolutely loves it. I have a bed in it and my dad who could care less about the dogs commented on how nice it is. I would def buy it again and I just might buy one for my brothers boxer, Tyson.
1562546
In my experience it doesn't create "ambient" heat. Its good only if the animal sits on the pad.
1838202
Yes some. BUT... If there is no hose or anything to let the water get hot; as soon as the pet touches it the cold water will cool it very fast.
1484977
I wouldn't say "cool" to the touch no. The heating element does not glow red and is behind the grill so you can't come in contact with it anyway. But it puts out some heat so the plastic grill can get warm. Never enough to cause a burn of any kind though. It's very safe. I have no little kids anymore, but would not worry about them getting near it if I did.Hope that helps.AE
1210345
I don't think it will start a fire because of the process it uses to generate heat. That being said, if you put bare skin to metal then it can cause contact burns to your skin. Just keep it in the pouch and you should be good to go.
1344742
From everything i found, and after using it for about a year... there is no damage to dogs, no weird sounds to humans, and it is a miracle worker.....Just... DONT LET IT GET WET. Seems to have a problem being left out in the elements but if you put something like a piece of plastic over it you should be fine.
1322488
We have used it extensively in our Kodiak travel trailer for two years. I have noticed that it gets warm when it is used, but not to the point of burning someone by touching it. It does have an automatic shutoff feature when tipped over, which is important. We do put it up on a kitchen counter to simply prevent our dogs from bumping into it and it does a great job of heating up our trailer in a short amount of time and then it shuts off with the thermostatic setting, until the temperature goes down and it starts again............RogerG
1976485
hold it on your hand while turning it on and move it a bit. It feels like a static shock. I'm sure you've felt that before. Your dog will certainly NOT like it, but that's the point and it's not harmful.
260272
Nope. It's only 400 Watts, and even with the temp reading 71 degrees, I held my palm on the flat surface for a minute with no discomfort. I would NOT allow kids or pets close to it, and I'd be sure to keep the space in front and around it clear of any paper, fabric, anything flammable. It gives off a gentle, warm heat, and is not intended to be the sole source of heat.