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Your beloved pets have many needs, health care concerns, and training requirements. But it sure doesn’t hurt to also pamper them a little as well, especially when a show of extra love can make them a bit more comfortable in less pleasant circumstances.

Heated pet beds aren’t just for spoiled pets - they’re great for soothing tired muscles, warming old joints, relieving arthritis pain, whelping puppies and keeping your animals warm on a cold night.

There are three specific styles of electric pet beds. These are mats, insert warmers and complete, full-sized heated beds. To learn more about each kind of bed, keep reading.

Heated Mats

The best thing about heated mats for pets is that they’re flexible. You can toss them on the floor, tuck them in a crate or lay one over a favorite sleeping spot. The other advantage? They’re not as size-specific as beds, so both small and big animals can typically share one mat.

One consideration for heated mats is that if you’re buying them for outdoor use, then you need a heated mat that’s graded for outdoor use. That means it needs to be made from waterproof plastic - though it can have a fleece cover - and should have a power cord that can be used outside.

Pet Bed Warmer Inserts

A pet bed warmer is great for pets that like to move around. The small insert can be moved from one bed to another. And because it’s small, it uses a lot less power than a full-sized heated pet bed.

Remember, a pet bed heated insert isn’t for outdoor or heavy-duty use. So, if you’re looking for a warmer that can stand up to a cold garage or dank barn, you may need to step up to an outdoor, heated mat.

Before you buy a pet bed warmer, make sure it has a temperature control - you want to be able to adjust the warmth so that it doesn’t get too hot. Also, look for one that can handle a little scratching and biting.

Full-Sized Heated Pet Beds

If your dog or cat likes a full-sized, cup-style bed, then a heated bed is the way to go. They’re typically sold as “snuggle beds,” and are available in a wide range of sizes.

Obviously, if you’re buying a heated bed to keep your Chinese Crested Dog warm at night or you’re buying one to soothe your Great Dane’s arthritis, you’d size your snuggle bed accordingly.

If you’re buying heated pet beds, the model you choose will depend on your needs. If you need a rugged heater that can withstand the elements, then buy a heated mat. If you need something efficient and portable, then pick the heated insert. Or, If you just need a simple bed with a little ambient warmth, then get the full bed.

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