Cooling Mat for Dogs, Pet Cooling Mat Non-Toxic Gel Self Cooling Pad for Dogs and Cats, Pet Cool Mat Dog Cool Pad for Crates, Kennels and Beds Perfect for Hot Summer Days, Large (90 * 50CM)

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This self-cooling pad is weight activated, meaning it activates as soon as your pet’s paws hit the mat and you don’t need to add water, freeze or chill. With a larger size available and a better design to stop the gel squishing about, this was a good option for large hounds. One day while I was at work, my sweet little English bulldog chewed it up, swallowed it, and threw it up. As with the other coats tested it just feels a bit counter-intuitive putting an extra layer on to cool your dog down.

Cooling mats have a gel layer inside and contain a polymer designed to radiate heat back into the air or floor surface to keep a pet cool. Since dogs don’t sweat through their skin in the same way as humans do, fans might not work the same way for them as they do for us. Panting isn’t the most effective way to release excess heat, so dogs often suffer during hot and humid summer days. He threw up chunks so big I can't believe he managed to get that out of his throat without choking to death.The gel in the cooling mats we tested was either polyurethane or a water-based gel, neither of which are toxic. Just sprinkle some water on the surface, wipe it with soft brush or sponge, with no other maintenance.

When the mat was instead laid in a bed he rarely uses he voluntarily slept in this spot for several hours. You can change your choices at any time by visiting Cookie preferences, as described in the Cookie notice. If your dog experiences any signs of irritation or discomfort after coming into contact with a dog cooling mat, you should discontinue use and consult with your veterinarian.Did you know that dogs can’t control their body temperature in the same way that humans do – by sweating? It doesn't need to freeze before use but the cooling effect will be better if placed in the refrigerator for about 30 minutes. For this reason, it is important to carefully read the manufacturer’s instructions and product label before purchasing a dog cooling mat. It is most probably not the first thing that would spring to mind but as we were unpacking all 5 mats this by far felt the most sturdy and smart. That said, be aware that if your dog likes to chew and digest items that he shouldn’t be eating, even a water-filled cooling mat can be a health hazard to your dog.

Since Sami was a puppy she was always hot, we got the cool mat for her and as you can see she was a happy puppy 🐾💜. Miss Bunny was diagnosed with Cushings Disease recently and gets very hot while reclining on "her" couch at night. But it was a lot less ‘weird’ feeling for flightier dogs to sit on – like our slightly temperamental trio of Chihuahua testers. I prefer the gel cooling pads because they’re more portable and super easy to fold up and take with you or move from inside to outside without struggling.My now 10 month old service dog in training loves hers so much that I’ve been bringing it with me to appointments for her to have a clear “place” to settle and stay.

A comfy self-cooling dog mat which employs a pressure-activated gel technology cushion that cools and soothes your pet upon contact for up for four hours. Read more about the condition New without tags: A brand-new, unused and unworn item that is not in its original retail packaging or may be missing its original retail packaging materials (such as the original box or bag). Not only was Wallace several degrees cooler after running about in the sunshine, he was completely dry while the coat was still a little damp.The specific type of gel used can vary between manufacturers, but it is generally safe for pets to come into contact with. Posts are for general information, are not intended to substitute for informed professional advice (medical, legal, veterinary, financial, etc.