Is straw used in this all year round or just for bitter cold temps?
273776
Hi Fredddd. JJ didn't start using his kitty tube until the Fall. I had about 5 inches of straw in it for comfort. The tube is on our porch facing the brick so the wind doesn't get in. This winter our temps got down to 6 below at times so I had JJ's kitty tube stuffed almost to the top. He would make a nice nest and it really did keep him warm. Now that summer is almost here, he isn't using it much (unless it rains) so I removed most of the straw but still left enough in for him to be comfortable. It really is a great product.
273777
I live in Southern California and it is only really cold on occasion. I have a regular kitty bed in the kennel now but will add straw if she needs more insulation.
273778
I am using the straw year round, will replace it with fresh straw in the late fall. My feral seems to still like nestling down in the straw of his home. I figure if he gets too warm he'll sleep in the chair next to it that I've provided!
273779
I'm using it year round, but I change the straw every 3-4 months and make sure there are no signs of fleas or other pests.
273780
All year round... keeps it comfy for the kitties! Be sure to change it out every few weeks to keep it fresh.
1741182
Not sure about winter but plastic is kinda thin so it might not with stand extreme cold
907191
Yes cold. But it's junk, only lasted me 2 months before it started to leak all over. Had to put it in the garbage.
983019
I don't recall reading any prohibition about cold weather. I keep mine in an unheated shop and pulled it out the other day when it was well below freezing. It worked like a champ.
246614
Probably. However, if you live in a very cold climate you want to make sure that the water inside does not freeze and expand. I would like to think that the manufacturer uses plastics that can stand the weather. Personally, I think that being in the strong sun does more damage and can make the plastic brittle. I don't have any personal experience with this type of plastic though.
822905
I personally use two little ice pack/bricks during the day. I do live in the tropical state if Qld on Australia so it's quite hot. Keeps cold for hours and hours. Great investment!
1708490
Yea, I just tried it. I put a stainless steel straw in and it was fine. The plastic straws might get pinched a little but liquid should still go through. You might wear out the lid over time using a straw but it should still last a while.
789628
Don't know for sure about the straw, but I often use disposable straws anyway (just remember to get the extra long ones or they don't work). The hard straws are a lot harder to keep clean - even soaking them doesn't always clean the inside surface enough to suit me. Have used pipe cleaners more than once to remove stubborn stuff.
1689824
this is a great straw,...You will be pleased. It cleans well and it is very durable if used when mindful. I use it in a 32 oz glass or water, but you could go shorter or taller if you wanted to.
1459378
We take it down every year as it us plastic and the cold weather might crack it. We live in Illinois. So winter is rough here
643731
You can use it over and over. What I like about it is, it gets really cold. One side is less cold due to the fabric, so you can choose really really cold or just cold:-))
1292423
I use it year round. I just bought one at the begining of summer. It does swem more like a winter product, to keep snow out, but I keep iy on year round to keep leaves out. Many people put a piece of ply wood over there's year round. This looks nicer and works
1703686
I had to purchase a stainless steel straw for mine. Or use whatever straw you prefer .
1123629
Yes, it is. I have 4 feral cats and they take turns using it. The weather here has between icy, snowy, and sometimes in the single digits, but mostly in the twenties. It comes with straw and that seems enough for my cats.
15921
no this is only made for winter when its cold, but you can use it for cold spring
1212981
We have two shelter and have straw with the heated pad that is made for the units. They have seen two winters at temps as low as zero degrees and are still going strong. No issues at all and our Ferals love them. We will be adding two more in the next few weeks.
1760479
This will definitely last longer than a plastic straw. I don't know how long a plastic straw lasts in your house, but in my house a good quality plastic straw is lucky to see 30 uses, even assuming I don't let the children use it. This straw should last your lifetime.