How to Heat an Outdoor Cat Box

Cat houses come in all types, as do cat-house heating options. Most are pretty easy to set up, just so long as your cat house has access to electricity.

Things You'll Need

• Pet-heating blanket
• PVC Pipe
• Outdoor-safe extension cord

Instructions

Heating a Cat House

1. Lay a heating blanket down flat inside the cat house.

2. Lay down PVC pipe from where you will plug the extension cord into the cat house.

3. Run the extension cord through the PVC pipe and into the cat house. The PVC pipe will help to prevent your cat from chewing or scratching on the extension cord

4. Plug in the heating blanket. Make sure that any cords are as hidden as possible to prevent your cat from biting or scratching them.

Tips & Warnings

• If you are worried about using electrical blankets, you may opt to use thermal pads in order to heat your cat house. These are non-electric.

• Make sure that your cat house is well insulated and protected against the weather before installing a heated pad.

• Make sure there are no city ordinances against using outdoor extension chords, and check to make sure that nothing violates any city code.

• Don't cover the entire inside of your cat house with a heating blanket. Your cat should be able to get away from the heat to remain comfortable.

References

• Blythe Wood Works
• Catsplay

Resources

• Outdoor Pet Houses
• PVC Pipe
• Heated Pet Products