This is going to sound wild, but I live in Arizona and had never used a heated blanket before. I'm OBSESSED with this thing now! It's so soft and warm, even when it's not turned on. My cats love to come and snuggle 10x more than they did before. Nothing worries me like I thought it would as far as safety. I imagined a heated blanket would be a hazard, but it's perfectly safe from what I've experienced. I love the extra plush faux fur and the rich black color. This is definitely one of my favorite new products. It's fantastic after a long day of work, it actually soothes my aching body. Everyone should have one!!