K&H Pet Products Outdoor Heated Kitty House (19 x 22 x 17 in, Olive/Black; item 3993) vs K&H Pet Products Outdoor Two-Story Kitty House with Dining Room (Heated)
K&H Pet Products Outdoor Heated Kitty House (19 x 22 x 17 in, Olive/Black; item 3993)
K&H Pet Products Outdoor Two-Story Kitty House with Dining Room (Heated)
The short answer
K&H Pet Products Outdoor Heated Kitty House (19 x 22 x 17 in, Olive/Black; item 3993) comes out ahead overall with 7.2/10 against 6.6/10 for the K&H Pet Products Outdoor Two-Story Kitty House with Dining Room (Heated). K&H Pet Products Outdoor Heated Kitty House (19 x 22 x 17 in, Olive/Black; item 3993) is stronger on heat performance, weather & predator protection, durability & ease of use and value. At current verified prices, the K&H Pet Products Outdoor Heated Kitty House (19 x 22 x 17 in, Olive/Black; item 3993) costs about $30.50 less.
- Choose the K&H Pet Products Outdoor Heated Kitty House (19 x 22 x 17 in, Olive/Black; item 3993) if: Anyone sheltering one or two outdoor or feral cats under a porch, carport or barn roof (covered spots only).
- Choose the K&H Pet Products Outdoor Two-Story Kitty House with Dining Room (Heated) if: TNR and colony caretakers who want shelter and a dry dining area in one unit, under cover.
Scores by criterion
| Criterion | K&H Pet Products Outdoor Heated Kitty House (19 x 22 x 17 in, Olive/Black; item 3993) | K&H Pet Products Outdoor Two-Story Kitty House with Dining Room (Heated) |
|---|---|---|
| Heat Performance | 7.0The 20 W pad heats half the floor, and some owners say it barely warms or fails early. Insulated walls and roof help. | 6.3One 20 W pad on the ground floor only. |
| Weather & Predator Protection | 6.0Two exits with flaps, but it is water-resistant only, the floor is not raised, and it needs a roof over it. | 5.5Four exits, but it is fabric and not waterproof. |
| Electrical Safety | 8.0MET Safety Listed with a no-extension-cord instruction and no recall found. Cord chew resistance not confirmed. | 7.8MET-listed pad, with one report of a pad that didn't work. |
| Durability & Ease of Use | 7.5Tool-free build, replacement roofs sold, 1-year warranty, and K&H customer care replaces failed pads. | 6.8Removable roof eases cleaning, but there is more fabric to wear. |
| Health & Materials | 7.5Polyester and foam with no odor complaints found. At most 0.48 kWh/day. | 7.5Fabric and foam. At most 0.48 kWh/day. |
| Value | 7.5$85 sold by Amazon (about $71 at Walmart). | 6.8$116 is fair for a combined shelter and feeding station. |
Specifications
| Spec | K&H Pet Products Outdoor Heated Kitty House (19 x 22 x 17 in, Olive/Black; item 3993) | K&H Pet Products Outdoor Two-Story Kitty House with Dining Room (Heated) |
|---|---|---|
| Designed For | Cats (1–2) / small dogs | Multiple cats |
| Heater Type | Pressure-activated low-wattage heated floor pad (Lectro-Soft) | Heated floor pad, first floor only |
| Heater Wattage | 20 W | 20 W |
| Max Daily Energy Use (heater running continuously) | 0.48 kWh | 0.48 kWh |
| Heater Safety Listing | MET Safety Listed | MET Safety Listed |
| Exterior Dimensions (L x W x H) | 19 x 22 x 17 | 22 x 27 x 27 |
| Number of Doors/Exits | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Raised Floor | No | No |
| Waterproof (per maker/reviewers) | No | No |
| Shell Material | Heavy-denier polyester | Fabric |
| Insulation | Insulated walls/roof (foam-lined fabric) | Insulated fabric |
K&H Pet Products Outdoor Heated Kitty House (19 x 22 x 17 in, Olive/Black; item 3993)
Pros
- 20 W MET Safety Listed heated bed
- Insulated walls and roof
- Two exits
- Tool-free Velcro assembly
- Replacement roofs available
Cons
- Water-resistant, not waterproof
- Pad covers only half the floor
- Some owners report a weak or failed pad
- No predator protection beyond door flaps
The best all-around heated cat house for one or two cats under a porch, carport or barn roof. The pad heats only when a cat lies on it, so check it under load. Don't use an extension cord with it.
Full K&H Pet Products Outdoor Heated Kitty House (19 x 22 x 17 in, Olive/Black; item 3993) review →K&H Pet Products Outdoor Two-Story Kitty House with Dining Room (Heated)
Pros
- Dry dining area
- Four doors
- 20 W MET-listed heated bed
- Removable roof
Cons
- Upper floor is unheated
- Needs protection from storms
- Costlier than the other K&H cat houses
- Isolated report of a failed pad
A practical choice for colony caretakers with a covered feeding area. It is an add-on to a care routine, not a stand-alone winter solution.
Full K&H Pet Products Outdoor Two-Story Kitty House with Dining Room (Heated) review →Both products are part of our guide The Best Pet Heated Shelters of 2026, where you can see every pick, how we score and current prices from each retailer.