I have a sm. doghouse for ferals. Would this still work with straw I use for insulation to wick water away?
63552
Hi. I would think so because the bottom is plastic with small divits to keep the crate in place. The top is a very soft, almost velveteen type material but seems to dry quickly.
63553
Since it is activated by the animal's body heat, there is no electrical connection. I would check with the manufacturer of the pad.
1468697
The hole size is normal straw size. I don't see why it would not work. You would get a good seal and the cap is very durable.
1938608
No, I wouldn't think so. It is similar to the material that a child's Little Tike's Playhouse is made of - it snaps together. I don't see how you would add insulation. I suggest the igloo style dog houses if you need something heavier and more durable.
1720990
You should check with the manufacturer however, simple science says if there is any liquid in the bottle or straw it would expand and possibly damage them. If, as I've seen some do in the hot Texas heat, you want your liquid to start as ice and melt as the heat works it's magic you'd need to leave the lid off and keep the straw out. Which means the straw wouldn't fit once the water freezes. This only leads me to wonder why you'd consider this product as it's geared toward field use or situations where you're prepared for poor water quality. Good luck.
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.
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I use mine in a 10 by 16 ft insulated shed and it works ok. I think you should use a bigger unit for yours. I get about a half pint of water every other day. (not much) yet, it is a small area. Yours at 26ft long I wouldn't think of a unit this small. I'm in the tn mountains and its been a humid summer and my shed still has a slight dampness. I hope this helps you decide. Bigger calls for bigger.
1785622
Absolutely !!!!! We use folding chairs , my lab sits by the door, and we put a propane heater between us when the temps get really cold!I bought a second one so we can hunt 4 guys at a time. nice blinds.
1576022
I'm not sure if it would work. Try it and find out. If not, they sell portable water bottles with an attached trough at pet store. I had one and the dog used it when we were out with no problem.
1779626
I don't own pugs but my dog doesn't have a very long nose and she drinks just fine from it. If its a matter of width you could hold it at any angle and it will still work.
1123625
No, but it comes with straw in it, which is a good insulator. I added some fleece under and over the straw. It is the most popular feral house I have. If you have a cold climate, add a lot more straw. When we have some cold nights (not many usually), I put rice in socks, tie them off, microwave them, and put them in the feral house.
588468
This woud work VERY well for such a small enclosure! I suppose you might want to enclose it or perhaps mount it up high if your dog is prone to chew at the cord, but it should work excellently.
1446925
I would not recommend this for outdoor use. I actually have one in a homemade insulated "house" that is under a barn shelter - intended for feral cats. They do not seem to use it that much. Certainly it must not be in a wet environment. They do use a K&H; extreme weather pad (in an old doghouse which is uninsulated).
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It's housed tight inside a durable black plastic so outside beatings and weather would cause no deterioration. I guess a critter could scratch or gnaw it, tho since it's a hard finish (not knobby or with gaps) I think it an unlikely interest. We've had it out since purchase...inside is perfect, straw is nested.
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It will work, but does have a strong smell so you will want to let it stand out in the weather for quite a while to let animals get used to it. And the color does rub off a bit, so you will have black ink on your hands by the time you are done setting it up. I expect the colors will bleed into each other so I would uses as sides but not a roof
2125435
No I dont recomend it but if you cover the straw with a sheet of cloth or mabey an old shirt like a scarecrow then mabey yes.
1105170
Seems like a bad idea from a safety perspective to use it with plastic. Not to mention, plastic won't conduct the heat very well when it's really cold. I'd spend a couple bucks and get a metal waterer to make sure it works. Works great with my metal waterer.
57856
I would not hesitate to do that, but I'd still use another insulator right than straw. Try three layers of cardboard.