{"product_id":"sofia-60","title":"EHS Sofia 60 - 12V 60W Heating for Dog Kennels and Dog Houses","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eEHS Sofia 60\u003c\/strong\u003e is a 12V 60W electric heating system designed for \u003cstrong\u003emedium dog houses, small kennels and dog shelters\u003c\/strong\u003e. Compared with Sofia 30 and Sofia 50, it provides more thermal power and is suitable when the heated space is larger or winter conditions are more demanding.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003efinned aluminium\u003c\/strong\u003e body is sturdy and designed to last. Sofia 60 is Made in Italy and is installed directly inside the dog house or kennel, creating a warm area close to the dog without unnecessarily heating the entire surrounding environment.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eHow can you heat a dog kennel in winter?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eAn outdoor kennel can lose much more heat than a standard dog house, especially if it has large openings, poorly insulated walls or strong exposure to wind. It is therefore important to combine \u003cstrong\u003eprotection from draughts, insulation and an appropriate heat source\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eSofia 60 provides 60W of power and is designed for situations between a normal dog house and a larger kennel.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhich dogs is Sofia 60 suitable for?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eSofia 60 is mainly aimed at \u003cstrong\u003emedium and medium-large dogs\u003c\/strong\u003e and their shelters, although the size of the dog is not the only factor to consider.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe choice should also take into account:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003einternal dimensions of the dog house or kennel;\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003equality of insulation;\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eminimum outdoor temperature;\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eexposure to wind or draughts;\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ethe individual dog's sensitivity to cold.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003e12V heating for dog kennels and dog houses\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eSofia 60 operates at \u003cstrong\u003e12 VDC\u003c\/strong\u003e through the supplied power adapter. The system has been developed specifically for use in dog shelters, dog houses and kennels.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eIts 60W power output creates a constant warm zone while keeping electricity use contained. The finned aluminium surface helps transfer heat to the surrounding area.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eSofia 50 or Sofia 60?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003ca href=\"\/en-ie\/products\/sofia-50\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSofia 50\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e is more suitable for small and medium dog houses. Sofia 60 becomes a better option when the shelter is larger or more thermal power is required.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eSofia 60 or Sofia 75?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eFor \u003cstrong\u003elarge dog houses, more spacious kennels or large dogs\u003c\/strong\u003e, it is worth considering the \u003ca href=\"\/en-ie\/products\/sofia-75\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e75W Sofia 75\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eIf you are unsure which model to choose, see the \u003ca href=\"\/en-ie\/products\/scaldacuccia\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ecomplete EHS Sofia model comparison\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eEHS Sofia 60 specifications\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePower:\u003c\/strong\u003e 60W\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eVoltage:\u003c\/strong\u003e 12 VDC\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDimensions:\u003c\/strong\u003e 22 × 12 × 4 cm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMaterial:\u003c\/strong\u003e finned aluminium\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eProduction:\u003c\/strong\u003e Made in Italy\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eUse:\u003c\/strong\u003e medium dog houses and small dog kennels\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eConsumption:\u003c\/strong\u003e contained thanks to its 60W power output\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhat is included in the package?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEHS Sofia 60 heater\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePower adapter\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMounting screw set\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e24-hour programmable timer, only with the Sofia + Timer option\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eFrequently asked questions about heating kennels with Sofia 60\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eHow can I heat an outdoor dog kennel?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFirst, reduce heat loss and protect the kennel from wind. A 12V heater such as Sofia 60 can then create a warm zone inside the shelter.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eIs Sofia 60 suitable for a medium-sized dog?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes. It is one of the Sofia models most suited to medium and medium-large dogs, although shelter size and insulation remain important factors.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eCan Sofia 60 be used in a large dog house?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt can be used in more spacious dog houses than the 30W and 50W models. For particularly large or exposed structures, however, it is worth comparing it with Sofia 75.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eHow much electricity does a 60W heater use?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSofia 60 has a nominal power draw of 60W during operation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat is the difference between Sofia 60 and Sofia 75?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSofia 75 provides more power and has a larger surface area, making it more suitable for larger dog houses and kennels.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWant to compare dimensions and power levels?\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003ca href=\"\/en-ie\/products\/scaldacuccia\"\u003eDiscover the complete EHS Sofia range.\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"EHS - Electric Heating Systems","offers":[{"title":"Stufetta 60W - Senza Timer","offer_id":49617362485514,"sku":null,"price":224.9,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true},{"title":"Stufetta 60W - Con Timer","offer_id":49617362518282,"sku":null,"price":244.9,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0830\/3145\/8058\/files\/StufettaCani-parent.jpg?v=1727369656","url":"https:\/\/ehs-store.eu\/en-ie\/products\/sofia-60","provider":"EHS - Electric Heating Systems","version":"1.0","type":"link"}