How to Keep Outdoor Pets Warm This Winter

Nov 12, 2026


An Australian Sheppard drinking from a heated water bucket in the winter
With the excitement of the holidays comes also a change in our weather patterns. We look forward to sitting by a cozy fireplace, roasting hot dogs and marshmallows, wearing our new sweaters, hats, and coats, and enjoying the change of the season.

While cooler temperatures bring new outdoor activities for us, they can mean cold, wet days and nights for our beloved outdoor pets, especially as the fall season progresses into winter. Now is the time to plan for those cold days and prepare to keep your pets warm even on the coldest days.

Cedar wood shavings #91022324The Co-op near you offers a vast assortment of pet products to keep your best buddies warm and happy throughout the season. We have heated pet mats, heated water bowls, heated flat-back buckets, cedar shavings, and insulated dog houses. One of our best sellers is cedar shavings (item #91022324), which provide a soft, warm bed in stalls, barns, and pet beds alike.

heated pet matIf you already own a dog or cat house, you can keep it warm by just purchasing one of our heated pet mats. They come in different sizes — small 13x19 (#101405), medium 17x24 (#101400), or large 23x29 (#101401) — and are easy to maintain while providing wonderful warmth for your outside dog or cat. You will just need a nearby outlet so you can plug them in, and you’re set.

heated bucketCedar wood shavings #91022324If you need heated buckets or pet bowls, we have just what you are looking for. We offer several, including a 1½-gal.-volume plastic heated pet bowl (#101403) by Farm Innovators that works well, or a 120-volt heated bucket with LOCKNDRY® (#473938). It has a 9-qt. tank with a 6-foot grounded cord.

Dog houseRounding out our featured winter offerings for pets is our great selection of doghouses. Some of our best sellers are our Barnhome III doghouses in x-small (#16413), small (#16385), medium (#16387), or large (#16392). Doors can be purchased separately.


lodge heated pet bowlLastly, we also offer heated Pet Lodge® pet bowls (#85421) by Pet Lodge in a 5-qt. volume dish. These water dishes have a ¾-inch hose that can be attached to a water hose. You just turn on the tap and the bowl fills to the perfect drinking level. The automatic float controls the water level so there is no spilling or overflow. The bowl is automatically replenished every time your dog drinks. They are made of chew-resistant, high-impact plastic.

Stop by your local Co-op or Stockdales to stock up on winter must-haves for your furry companions. Find the closest Co-op location here. We have what you need to keep your pet warm and dry this winter.
 
 

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