It doesn't need to freeze before use but the cooling effect will be better if placed in the refrigerator for about 30 minutes.

Dog Cooling Mats are normally not toxic, but like many objects, they can become toxic if chewed and digested by your dog. The site and services are provided "as is" with no warranty or representations by JustAnswer regarding the qualifications of Experts.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. No cooling mats in the UK should contain toxic gel or materials but you should still remove the mat immediately if it gets chewed. They’re filled with a gel that becomes cooler when it’s moved around and comes under pressure from the dog’s body, so you don’t need to do anything to prepare them for use. The cooling pad also helps relax and console a pet that’s recovering from surgery or suffering from pain, swelling, heat stroke, stress, seizures, skin conditions, Cushing’s disease, and more. Unlike a heating pad or warming pad, many cooling mats don’t plug into an outlet, instead, they contain water or a non-toxic cooling gel inside that is activated once pressure is applied to it.

Most purchases from business sellers are protected by the Consumer Contract Regulations 2013 which give you the right to cancel the purchase within 14 days after the day you receive the item. The pressure-activated gel cool mat for dogs and cats is activated by your pets weight / heat and the cooling sensation lasts for up to 3 hours. Ice Pack Cooling Mats come with ice packs that you have to freeze overnight before you insert them into the mat. Some are just as simple as filling the inside with tap water before every use and others have special chemicals (like those ice packs that they used to give you at school). She’ll be casting an expert eye over over the quality of the products on test – they’ll have to be both chic and sturdy to pass muster with this high-end hound!But it's slightly padded, which feels counterintuitive for something that’s meant to cool your dog down. When we spoke with Animal Poison Control, we learned that Amy is not the only dog who reacted to the Cool Pet Pad in this way. This plucky pooch won’t hold back from destruction testing – she’ll be putting every item through its paces at 100mph. Hot, muggy days are especially rough on your furry friends, which is why providing them with one of these cooling pads for pets is a great idea. Our revolutionary cooling pad for dogs and cats is the perfect solution for helping your pet cool down after spending a day out in the sun, as well.

Now, her constant companion, whether by her feet at her desk or walking cross-country courses, is Fidget, an extremely energetic and habitually muddy black and white springer. Some will appreciate the relieve of a cooling mat on hot summer days, but other dogs may show no interest in them. Well unlike that table you bought from Ikea that’s now sitting in your garage unassembled because you gave up, it is really easy to use. 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. There are different types of cooling mats: those that self cool and self charge, and mats that are filled with water.The Prestige Cool-Coat is one of the cheaper cooling vests on test, but it’s still a fair investment, especially for larger dogs. Whilst Banjo refused to lie on the cooing mat opting for the grass instead, Indy took time out of her busy day of exploring the garden to help test the Crufts Cooling mat. He threw up chunks so big I can't believe he managed to get that out of his throat without choking to death. The Velcro’s easy to use but we would have preferred something longer lasting as it’s already full of hair! It’s a bit thin and unforgiving on bare ground and doesn’t seem to cool as effectively as some of the more expensive mats and beds tested.