Review: Cooling Thermochromic Tech Pet Mat by Rywell
Disclaimer: Kitties Blue received one Rywell Cooling Thermochromic Tech Pet Mat free of charge in exchange for our fair and honest review. I received no additional remuneration.
The weather in the Northern Hemisphere has been almost unbearably hot this summer. If you are uncomfortable, just think how your furry housemate feels.
I am quite familiar with warming pads/mats for pets. In fact, Kitties Blue have several. I had never heard of cooling mats, however, until I was contacted by Rywell. They offered Kitties Blue the opportunity to try their Cooling Thermochromic Tech Pet Mat, which sounded like a great idea to me.
They gave me the choice of which size mat I wanted (S to XXL). I selected the medium (30″L x 20″W x 0.6″Th), as I knew it would be large enough even for 20-pound Cooper Murphy. (See the bottom of this post for all size dimensions.)
I originally had planned to use the mat on the catio. Even though it is under roof and equipped with two ceiling fans, it gets extremely toasty there. Unfortunately, we started having some rain almost every day along with some severe storms. With all sides being comprised of screen, the tiniest amount of wind causes the catio to get very wet. Consequently, I moved the mat to the bedroom, so the kitties would have help cooling off after coming inside.
Cooper Murphy and Gibbs were the first to try it and use it most often.
Mat Composition
With the same Arc-Chill 3.0 surface used in cooling blankets for humans, the surface immediately starts cooling on contact, which I can affirm. The mats top is a soft, quilted surface consisting of 65 percent Arc-Chill nylon fabric and 35 percent polyester with 0ne-way moisture wicking. The strong non-slip, polyester bottom is waterproof. The non-slip surface keeps it from sliding on rugs and carpet, tile and wood floors and car seats. The mat also is perfect for kennels or pet carriers as it has 180g of a soft, cloud-like polyester fill.
Harmful & Chemical Substance Free
Most importantly, the mat is, OEKO-TEX certified. According to Wikipedia, OEKO-TEX is a globally recognized certification system managed by the International Association for Research and Testing in the Field of Textile and Leather Ecology. It verifies that products, from raw materials to finished goods are produced under safe, environmentally responsible conditions and free from harmful chemicals and substances. This guarantees the mats safe for human use as well as for our pets.
Before reviewing I wanted to check the claim that the mat is fully machine washable. I wash everything in cold water and did the same for the mat. It recommends drying on a cool setting, which I also did. It came out looking just as good as when it arrived and works just as well.
Some Additional Cooling Mat User Photos
Tali, Lisbeth and Kizmet also have discovered the comfort of the Rywell Cooling Mat.
In Conclusion
The Rywell Cooling Pet Mat is perfect for your feline, dog, rabbit, guinea pig or maybe even yourself. (I have been tempted on several occasions to steal it away for myself.) It offers an excellent cool down after time spent on the catio or a walk, in a sunpuddle, a vigorous play session or just a case of the zoomies.
I am extremely happy with this product as are Kitties Blue. We all recommend it and thank Rywell for the opportunity to try it.
Available Cooling Mat Sizes
Small: Dimensions 24″L x 18″W x 0.6″Th
Medium: Dimensions 30″L x 20″W x 0.6″Th
Large: Dimensions 36″L x 27″W x 0.6″Th
Extra Large: Dimensions 44″L x 32″W x 0.6″Th
Extra-Extra Large: 59″L x 40″W x 0.6″Th
Where to Purchase
The Cooling Mats are available at Rywell and Amazon.
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