I have 4 orphaned goat babies and 3 that were rejected by their mothers, is this something I can put out in a barn and not worry about a fire?
56751
There are no wires or plugs so I do not see why this would cause any type of fire hazard on its own. I bought an extra large one for our husky and a small one for our cat who lives outdoors and have noticed that the pads are very warm when they get up off of them. I think it would be a nice inexpensive option for helping to keep your goats warm. Good luck and thanks for your caring heart!! :)
56752
It's not electric if that's what you mean. It's pretty low quality and small, soft material filled with some kind of crinkly feeling "self warming" stuff. I think it's really just plastic. Fire is a concern with anything you find that is electric. You could just fill some sacks with rice (barley is better) and microwave them. The heat lasts awhile and if they eat it they probably won't die. Good luck! I love goats
56753
A baby can not maintain body temperature for the first few weeks. They need an artificial heat source this would not keep them warm enough. It only reflects the body heat the animal already has attained.
56754
There is no electricity to the mat at all, so no source of fire exists. It simply reflects their own body heat. It would be perfectly safe to use anywhere.
56755
absolutely! This is just a way to reflect body heat back to the animal. But be sure to get the right size. I don't know how large a mat you would need for goats. The small one I got fits my cats nicely -- also a good size for mommy to sit on to keep her buns a bit warmer ;).
56756
Cristi, the pad is great & will be great used for your babies. NO worries about fire. You can put the pad on straw & it will NOT burn, its amazing... I'm looking for one that is sized for humans... :) good luck with your babies... :)
56757
Yes! That is a great idea! No cords or electricity needed. Very convenient and cozy...my dogs love theirs. I would probably buy two though because they're pretty small.
1635032
Probably. The directions show how to install in a barn. Just make sure raccoons and possums and mice can't get to it.
1000565
The fabric is not fireproof. I would be cautious about placing it over a fire pit even if you plan on keeping the fire small. The chances of something happening just isn't worth it in my book.
1338058
If the location has the necessary electrical access available and is kept protected from the elements it should be fine. Please also note any such item should be protected from roughhousing people, animals and small rodents which may think it is a good nesting site!
1057197
No, I covered mine with tarps, placed hay inside the coop area, and when it became very cold I placed a heat lamp in one of the runs. I was leery at first but it seemed to work. I use the deep litter method in the coop part.
1167035
I would not do that at all but, that's my opinion. This unit gets pretty hot. It is designed to radiate heat down. I would buy a heat proof top to sit it on which is what I have. You would never want to burn your animal[s].
1572394
I bought mine to keep bales of hay in for my goats. They don't need an entire bale of hay at a time, so once I cut it open, hay goes everywhere. I put the bales in the box before I pop the strings. it's been wonderful for that purpose. We just had 8 1/2 inches of rain from Hurricane Patricia that hit Mexico. I dug through the hay to the bottom of the box looking for any water at all. am pleasantly surprised the hay is bone dry!!! The box is sitting out in the weather with no protection from all that rain.
931235
The outside of the heaters gets very hot, if there is hay or other flammable items floating around and it lands on the heating elements it could start a fire, these heaters are nice but they only produce a little bit of heat and a fair amount of light from the 3 heating elements.
1468131
Doubt it, the space needs to be restrictive like a gopher hole, and the gas might shoo them away but not likely to kill them, maybe babies in a nest if you could get it right in their face. It would be highly undesirable to have the gas seep up into your house. I suggest a live trap then dispatch them, set up a blind and off them ( if you have the time and patience), seal up the house better, get a food-type bait poison. Good hunting.
2070330
If you keep the fire in the pit... it should be fine use small pieces that do not extend past the edge of the pit an if your still concerned wet the grass before hand so it won't catch
1986284
I doubt it. Freeze the lamb first and it will probably do it. In any case, try it - if it works, great, and if not, freeze it next time. Life is about trying something and learning from your messes!
1530253
I have four using it with no problem. Did put an external run on it for them. I like spoil my animals.
2002228
If it were too warm the chicks would come out from under. You can literally lay your hand on the warm side and it will not burn you. I had a thermometer under it for a week. Every time I checked it said 90. I finally took it up because the chicks kept kicking it out. My brooder is up on a table and has a window cut low so we can look under the Ecoglo. Mine sleep under it at night and nip under frequently. They really do use it like a mom.
1170453
I doubt that it is fire rated since it is basically 1/4" plywood. Is the ceiling of your garage fire rated? If it is something that prevents fire spread, that may be something that is code in your area. If that is the case, check with local authorities to see if it can be used. Most garage ceilings in my area are sheet rock or plywood, so I think it would work here in Arkansas.
1503383
I have mine under the eave of my barn, I have found the best results are when it is place in shady area. I would not leave out in the elements unprotected.
1081572
This is a. Judgement call. No fire should be left unatended. It would depend on the size of the balcony if it is small I would say no to be safe.
155205
I would say it won't hold up. It's great to discourage the deer from chewing on the bark and protect from sun scald. I would use chicken wire for antlers.