That's what I'm afraid of! I know there's always a risk and plenty of people use them safely, but I think for my own peace of mind I'll just shell out for the panel. Chickens are a never ending expense, huh? ;)
Anyone have a strong opinion on these? I need something for my grow-out pen/brooder, just to transition babies. I already have a utility light I could screw a ceramic lamp into, but I'd rather go ahead and get the panel heater if that's the better choice-- though the panel is much more...