Anyone ever used Snugglesafe heat pads?

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As the title says really. I was thinking of getting one each for the boys and just wondered if any other forum members had ever used them and if so what are your opinions of them?

This is the one I've been looking at:
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Thanks x
 
I used to use these when I had piggies living outside. I had a double tier hutch and put one on each level. Thought they were great although did wrap a towel over as well as the cover as the heat did seem quite intense! Either way, they loved using them!
 
I've just bought two of them, but haven't used them yet. I know a lot of members on here do, as do the rescues and vets. They come with covers so piggies shouldn't be able to chew them!:)
 
I have them for my bunnies. They come with fleece covers, and are lovely and warm (but not hot) for colder weather. My bunnies chew everything, but they don't chew these (or ice pods).

The piggies are in over winter so don't need them, but the bunnies are outdoors.

The cheapest place I have found them so far is from Vet.UK
 
It's really simple to heat up, bang it in the microwave for 8 mins, put it in the cover and place in the cage. My Alfie likes to pose on it and has also peed on it!
 
Fox'n'muffin said:
The cheapest place I have found them so far is from Vet.UK
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Thanks guys. Credit card in hand, I'm going to order them now.

I did look at Vet UK and noticed their price - I get the cat's prescriptions from there and I know they offer a very fast and reliable service, so I'll order from them (I might even have to 'slip' on the keyboard and order the boys some treats as well!).

Thanks x
 
I have one and used it through all that snow we had last winter. It never feels very warm even though I heat it for the required time, it is rock hard so the guinea pigs can't find it very comfy. The cover gets filthy, impossible to get all the wood shavings and hay off. There isn't another alternative so it is usefull but it isn't cheap. It feels cool after a few hours as well.
Hope this helps.
 
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I've just bought two of them, but haven't used them yet. I know a lot of members on here do, as do the rescues and vets. They come with covers so piggies shouldn't be able to chew them!:)
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I'm sure my girls would chew the covers though knowing them! :)) they have been a bit less chewy recently though, so I will think about getting a couple :)
 
I use them and with 7 pigs have had no problems with chewing (so far). Have used them for well over a year. I have a skinny pig so extra warmth is essential, even indoors, when the weathers cooler (like now),
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I use them too, essential for Baldric in the winter. I put mine inside a padded cozy so they are more comfy and the heat lasts for up to 14 hours then. I also use them post op as pigs have a hard time maintaining their body temp after a GA and for mum's with large litters.

As soon as the first one was heated up it was a huge hit. It was Baldric's favourite Christmas pressie.
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Suzy x
 
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They are great - have 5 in total and need another. VetUK are the cheapest and identical to ones I paid over £20 each for mallethead
Follow the instructions as it depends on the wattage of your microwave. The little covers come off and I wash and tumble dry mine weekly.
The piggies don't really bother that much with them as they're indoors but it's nice for them to have something to snuggle up to :))
 
Suzygpr said:
I use them too, essential for Baldric in the winter. I put mine inside a padded cozy so they are more comfy and the heat lasts for up to 14 hours then. I also use them post op as pigs have a hard time maintaining their body temp after a GA and for mum's with large litters.

As soon as the first one was heated up it was a huge hit. It was Baldric's favourite Christmas pressie.
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Suzy x
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Eeeeeek! Skinny pig bum! Baldric you little sweetie! x)
 
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I use them for my semi feral cat; she doesn't come indoors, but has a kennel with lots of bedding, and I start off the winter just putting one in (under a folded towel) at night, but as winter progresses (I have two snugglesafes) I change them 3 times a day, roughly every 8 hours. She really appreciates it.
 
Suzygpr said:
I use them too, essential for Baldric in the winter. I put mine inside a padded cozy so they are more comfy and the heat lasts for up to 14 hours then. I also use them post op as pigs have a hard time maintaining their body temp after a GA and for mum's with large litters.

As soon as the first one was heated up it was a huge hit. It was Baldric's favourite Christmas pressie.
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Suzy x
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Awww Baldric x) x) x)

I've got 4 between 7 piggies but Sherbet always manages to get one :)) The others seem less bothered. I put them in padded covered cosies and reheat them twice a day - the heat seems to easily last that long if theyre somewhere snug.
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They're more beneficial to outdoor pigs with the colder temperatures, but probably just a nice luxury for indoor pigs.

Suzy - I love Baldric x), he's gorgeous x)
 
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