You need a weatherproof one because it's also chew resistant, and won't be as much of a problem if it gets peed on or water gets spilled. These pads stay warm for up to 10 hours, are tested for safety, have no wires and are hygienic with no odors. We bought a couple of the snuggle safe heat pads and would put them in each evening and then sometimes during the day when it was cold.

We cannot accept any responsibility or liability for damage caused from the heatpad being overheated or used or misused beyond its design and purpose (cc. If the temperature keeps on changing in there, the rabbits will never develop a proper winter coat as their bodies won't know how thick to make it. Just about anyone who cares for animals large or small can benefit from the ease and safety of SnuggleSafes comforting warmth. This snugglesafe heatpad can provide your pets with warm, cushiony comfort wherever and whenever they might need it.There’s nothing for them to get into and the cars don’t run in the garage so there’s no huge concern for fumes.

This is really necessary to help lubricate the tip of the thermometer to make inserting the thermometer easier- for both you and your rabbit. They also enjoy being there and exploring outside when it’s not too cold and inside the garage when it’s chillier. Also, remember to keep an eye on your VIPs for any subtle changes in behaviour that could signal a bigger problem. The 103 third parties who use cookies on this service do so for their purposes of displaying and measuring personalized ads, generating audience insights, and developing and improving products. I’ve found these give a double bonus as they heat up an area in the hay which keeps them warm and if you find they are really snuggling in that area you also know they are getting cold.Social contact is very important for rabbits and will improve their well-being and provide the possibility of a warm cuddle! To enable personalized advertising (like interest-based ads), we may share your data with our marketing and advertising partners using cookies and other technologies.

You should also ensure that new pets are used to the outdoor enclosure in time for winter (from spring onwards). Wild rabbits do well during winter by burrowing, but that option isn’t available to many domestic rabbits.The hutch/enclosure should be protected against rain, wind and snow so that bedding straw/litter in the interior does not become damp. So, how can we best help our furry friends through all the extremes the season can throw at them, especially those that live outdoors?

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Personally I would concentrate on insulating the hutch well, ensuring that the insides are clean and dry and that there is an area packed with clean dry bedding that the rabbit/s can snuggle right into, and not bringing rabbits indoors during the winter. I can appreciate that there may be a risk of electrical fire etc but then i guess the same can be said of most appliances in the house that we use on a regular basis. It is possible that the thermometer hit a dropping in the anus, in which case the temperature would not register properly. The original SnuggleSafe Microwave Heated Pad can be heated in minutes in a microwave and lasts for up to 10 hours. We are not fully ready to answer questions in a timely manner as we are not officially open, but we will do our best.