heat pads

[CJK]

ok, just researching what I am going to need for these kittens.
I read that I need a heat pad for them.
Can i use an old ( but not too old that it unsafe) electric blanket? Or is that not a good idea?
Was thinking if i put a thin sheet on top, then one of those pampers care mats on top (to soak up any accidents), and another thin blanket.

Or is it best to get a proper pet one? I have loads of fluffy water bottles, but didnt think theyre a good idea as i gotta keep toppping them up,a nd the temperature will go up and down a lot.

Also looking into pens, and other equipment i'll need!

[dinahsmum]

The real 'designed for pets' ones are just great. here's a couple of links

http://www.catpages.co.uk/talkcats/showthread.php?t=2736&highlight=heated+microwave+pads
http://www.catpages.co.uk/talkcats/showthread.php?t=3479&highlight=heated+pad

[CJK]

hanks Dm,and i wanna make sure i get the right things for her

[smudgley]

old electric blanket :cat11 I wouldn't

Snugglepad microwavable heat pad :cat1 Excellent product.

[CJK]

just read the other threads, wow they sound good, four cats to get one each for, better start buying now ready for next winter lol!

deffo get one for the kittens though.
Thanks for that info!!!
(off to find piccies now)

[CJK]

just won this on ebay, i know it from america, but i have an adaptor from stuff i brought when i stayed over there. Even with postage it still cheaper than a lot of ebay sellers in the uk are asking, and still a few quids cheaper then pets at home.
HAve decided tog et all my cats one, but this company do them inside ebds already, so going to get the ready made bed style ones for the other three cats. I liek the cream coloured ones

http://cgi.ebay.co.uk/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&item=7748211749&rd=1&sspagename=STRK%3AMEWN%3AIT&rd=1

[Donna]

You could use the heat pads that are microwaveable for the buns if you are worried about the babies in this cold weather CJ!

[Kim]

I have a large, electric kitty heatpad that you are wewlcome to borrow. It has a removeable, washable fleecy cover and 3 heat settings. We had it when we had some oldies, but don't seem to use it anymore. Anyway, you really are welcome to borrow it rather than buy a new one.