Infrared heat penetrates the skin tissue or fur and is slowly absorbed by the animal. Infrared energy also promotes health and healing of animals because it dilates the blood vessels and increases blood circulation of oxygen and nutrients, penetrates deep into skin and muscle tissue, provides comfortable heat, reduces soreness and stiffness of joints and muscles, benefits the immune system and reduces stress by creating a more ideal environment, similar to the way an infrared sauna affects humans. Some users of Infrared Heating Devices have reported that their animals are larger, healthier, lay more eggs, eat better and are much more active.
Infrared heaters are widely used for comfort heating in animal husbandry of many types of animals and are also the preferred heater of other experts including zoos, veterinarians and herpetological suppliers. Infrared heaters are used for brooding of mammals, livestock, cats, piglets in farrowing cages and in kennels.
Because all species of animals have specific temperature requirements and there are a variety of cages available, the distance from the cage and the wattage of the heater you should use will vary. Research the internet and other herpetology resources for information about the animal being heated and the geographical region it is native to, for temperature ranges that are optimal. By checking temperatures at many different places in the cage you can learn how to best place the Infrared heater and reflector.
Cold weather can be hard on pets, just like it can be hard on people. Sometimes owners forget that their pets are just as accustomed to the warm shelter of the indoors as they are. Some owners will leave their animals outside for extended periods of time, thinking that all animals are adapted to live outdoors. This can put their pets in danger of serious illness. There are things you can do to keep your animal warm and safe.
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Take your animals for a winter check-up before winter kicks in. Your veterinarian can check to make sure they don't have any medical problems that will make them more vulnerable to the cold.
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Keep your pets inside as much as you can when the mercury drops. If you have to take them out, stay outside with them. When you're cold enough to go inside, they probably are too. If you absolutely must leave them outside for a significant length of time, make sure they have a warm, solid shelter against the wind, thick bedding, and plenty of non-frozen water. Try leaving out a hot water bottle, wrapped in a towel so it won't burn your pet's skin.
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Cats will curl up against almost anything to stay warm--including car engines. Cats caught in moving engine parts can be seriously hurt or killed. Before you turn your engine on, check beneath the car or make a lot of noise by honking the horn or rapping on the hood.
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If you light a fire or plug in a space heater to keep your home toasty warm, remember that the heat will be as attractive to your pets as to you. As your dog or cat snuggles up to the warmth, keep an eye out to make sure that no tails or paws come in contact with flames, heating coils, or hot surfaces. Pets can either burn themselves or knock a heat source over and put the entire household in danger.
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Not intended to diagnose, treat, cure or prevent any disease. If you are uncertain whether it is appropriate to use any product, please consult your veterinarian before using it.
Infrared heat penetrates the skin tissue or fur and is slowly absorbed by the animal. Infrared energy also promotes health and healing of animals because it dilates the blood vessels and increases blood circulation of oxygen and nutrients, penetrates deep into skin and muscle tissue, provides comfortable heat, reduces soreness and stiffness of joints and muscles, benefits the immune system and reduces stress by creating a more ideal environment, similar to the way an infrared sauna affects humans. Some users of Infrared Heating Devices have reported that their animals are larger, healthier, lay more eggs, eat better and are much more active. 
