Case Study: All Creatures Great and Small
Keeping Rescue Cats Cosy with KIASA Infrared Heating
About All Creatures, Great and Small
All Creatures Great and Small, a South Wales animal charity, installed KIASA 180W infrared panels in their cattery to provide safe, efficient warmth for their cats and kittens. After successfully using the panels in their office, they expanded to the animal areas—mounting the panels on ceilings and connecting them to individual switches and timers. This setup allows them to heat only occupied pens and save on energy costs, especially in winter. The cats instinctively gravitate to the top shelves when the panels are on, clearly enjoying the gentle, sun-like warmth. Over a year on, the panels continue to make a huge difference—keeping rescue animals warm, healthy, and comfortable all year round.
One Panel at a time
Helping Animals Live Their Best Lives
All Creatures Great and Small is a registered animal rescue charity based in South Wales, run by a passionate team dedicated to providing shelter and second chances to dogs, cats, and many other animals. With a mission to rehome as many pets as possible—or provide them a lifelong safe haven—every detail of their care environment matters. That includes the temperature. We spoke with Ben, a welfare assistant at the centre, who explained how KIASA’s infrared panels have made a big difference to their furry residents.
The Challenge
Heating Spaces Without Wasting Energy
The charity’s cattery includes a large building for adult cats and a smaller area dedicated to kittens. Keeping these areas warm in the winter, without racking up massive electricity bills, was always a challenge—especially in an environment where not all pens are occupied 24/7. The needed:
- Targeted heat (not just warming empty air)
- Low running costs
- Safe, silent heating for animals
- Flexible control
The Solution
KIASA 180W Infrared Panels
The team first trialled a KIASA panel in their office — and it worked so well they expanded into the cattery. Now, 180W KIASA infrared panels are mounted on the ceilings of both the main cat areas and the kitten section. These panels provide gentle, radiant heat that mimics the warmth of the sun — no air movement, no noise, just deep, direct heat. To keep things efficient, each panel is:
Controlled via external wall timers, set to turn on intermittently throughout the day
Turned off during the summer
Happy Cats, Lower Bills, and Better Control
“When the panels are on, the cats go straight to the top shelves to bask in the heat,” says Ben. “It’s clear they love it — and it’s made a huge difference during the winter.”
- Cats naturally gravitate toward the heat sources, especially in colder months
- Each pen has independent heat control, ensuring panels aren’t left on unnecessarily
- The energy-efficient timers mean the panels warm the space without spiking electricity costs
- The panels have been running for over a year, and the charity is thrilled with the impact on both comfort and cost
Talk about your Why Infrared Heating is Ideal for Animal Charities and Catteries
- Gentle & Safe: No moving parts or hot surfaces that animals can touch
- Targeted Warmth: Direct heat where it's needed — not lost to the air
- Reduces Stress: Warmth helps with relaxation and overall well-being
- Energy Efficient: Save money while keeping animals comfortable
- Discreet & Space-Saving: Ceiling mounting keeps units out of the way of playful paws
A Warmer Future for Rescue Centres
All Creatures Great and Small has shown how infrared heating can be a game-changer for rescue centres, animal shelters, and catteries looking to improve animal welfare while keeping running costs low. Whether you’re heating pens, kennels, offices, or vet rooms, KIASA’s infrared heating solutions offer safe, smart, and sustainable warmth that animals (and their carers) will feel good about.
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Inside All Creatures
01Top bunk with a heater?
Yes, please. This rescue cat knows exactly where the infrared warmth hits best.
02Every rescue deserves a warm bed and a safe space.
With KIASA infrared heating, these cattery pods feel like a proper home — not just a shelter
03Modern, cosy, and cat-approved.
This cattery setup at All Creatures Great and Small uses KIASA infrared panels to keep every corner warm and welcoming — from playtime to naptime.
04Climbing into comfort.
This curious fluffball is headed straight for the warmth of their KIASA-heated pod — because even the tiniest paws deserve big warmth.
01Welcome to the heart of care — the cattery at All Creatures Great and Small, where rescued cats stay cosy, comfy, and ready for their forever homes.
02That face.
Those eyes. And yes, those little whiskers. Just one of the many reasons this rescue cattery is filled with love — and warmth from KIASA infrared panels.
03Jethro — black and white, full of charm, and living the warm life thanks to KIASA infrared panels. This senior gent is cosy and cared for.
04Warm paws, full bowls, can’t lose.
This cattery pod is set up for comfort, with KIASA infrared heat making every sip and snooze that much sweeter.
01Peaceful surroundings, fresh air, and acres of love.
All Creatures Great and Small is more than a rescue — it’s a true animal haven.
02From tail wags to tummy rubs — the dogs that are are also living their best lives too at All Creatures Great and Small.
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