PETS OVERHEATING

SAFETY TIPS FOR PETS THAT LOVE HEATERS

B Y ON THE MOVE

Winter is here, we’re starting to pull out the heaters and cleaning out those central heating and air conditioning units. For those of us with pets it also brings the inevitable concern regarding heaters; pets – like their owners – tend to love the warmth that heaters provide.

Cats, dogs, and other pets love stretching out and dozing right in front of a heater, and this can be dangerous.

The big question is what you can do to help keep the pet safe and comfortable.

MAKE THE BEDDING SNUGGLY

Remember that pets like to feel like they're huddling for warmth, so if the bedding has nice, warm walls to snuggle up against, the pet can feel like they're getting protection while staying warm.

GATE OFF THE DANGEROUS DISTANCE TO THE HEATER

Installing a simple gate around the perimeter of the heater that will force the pet to stay a safe distance from the heat source itself can be remarkably effective.

NEVER LEAVE THE PET ALONE IN A ROOM THAT IS HEATED

Even if you’re able to prevent your pet from being able to physically contact the heater, it’s still important that you don’t stop observing for the signs that they might be overheating or struggling. Pets overheating are an unfortunately common problem that can cause trips to the vet (or worse) through the winter. That’s not to say pets shouldn’t enjoy the warmth of heaters (or that your house needs to be left to freeze over for their safety). Understanding why the pet is attracted to the source of the heat, knowing the warning signs to look out for, and taking common-sense precautions will all be enough to protect the health of everyone and every animal in the household this winter.

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