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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I don't doubt that this is an unintended consequence of a well-meaning company, but I felt we needed to share our story before more pet parents take the risk -- especially since PetSmart categorizes the product as a crate mat/pad. r/dogs is a place for dog owners of all levels of knowledge, skill, and experience to discuss various topics related to responsible dog ownership. Dogs only have a small number of sweat glands located in the pads of their paws and the main way a dog regulates their body heat is by panting. It is important to read the product label and manufacturer’s instructions to determine the environmental impact of the cooling mat.

I’ve never tried a cooling pad that has water because most people I spoke to before purchasing ours used gel mats. JustAnswer is not intended or designed for EMERGENCY questions which should be directed immediately by telephone or in-person to qualified professionals. Tiffin didn’t favour the Scruffs bed over her regular sleeping spot on the sofa, despite its cooling properties. We are of course thrilled to see our doggies with such big smiles on their faces and being able to give us such valuable feedback and an interesting insight into the world of cooling mats. Admittedly the dogs aren’t particularly fussy when it comes to pattern or colour, but of course there are dog parents who can be!You just put them down and let your dog lie on them – the suface should be refreshingly cold to them.

The cooling mat comes with two sheets of three ice packs so if you are organised you can always have one pack frozen and ready to be inserted into the mat.

It turns out the gel cooling pack stuff inside of the cooling pad has a lot of sodium, which can cause swelling on the brain, which can cause seizures, which Could have killed my dog. However, if you have a dog with sensitive skin or a history of skin allergies, you may want to consult with your veterinarian before using a cooling mat. That includes the outside surface too – it didn’t leave water patches on furniture when he wandered inside for a sit down.