Well at least it's not as bad as it could be. After all, our heated blanket turns on by a simple touch. I cannot tell you how many times I've found Orion snuggled on top of it and it's on "low". By her own paw. I'm warning you, do not ever show your dog how to turn on an electric blanket. Do not ever let your dog see how YOU turn on the electric blanket. You will never win.