This product is a game changer. The bottom layer is a terryclotH or microfiber towel. The top layer is neoprene scuba fabric. In between there is two layers of waterproof fabric sewn up and sealed with sailboat sealant to essentially create a waterproof bag, like a dry bag you put your electronics in when kayaking. between the dry bag and top layer there is a layer of zorb (cloth diaper) material to serve as buffer so the mat doesn’t get too freezing and to make it a bit less lumpy. Both the base towel and the zorb will absorb any condensation or leaking so your kennel is not a puddle.
Fill the mat about halfway with ice or use frozen blocks like you use in your lunch box. The waterproof layer has a closing mechanism just like dry bags do to prevent leaking. flatten out the mat in your dog’s crate and your dog will stay cool. when the ice melts, just dump it and refill. flip the mat inside out to dry between uses.
I will add that this mat was tested by a human laying on it with bare skin. I can tell you that if I find myself on a nice vacation laying out on the beach in the hot sun I will be borrowing this mat from my dog! Nice and cool!!!
Washer safe. Dry on low heat.