Does anyone have experience with smart strand carpet? I have cats...

and an elderly Daddy. He said he's worried about falling and hitting his head on the hardwood floor. Since the floor REALLY needs to be refinished, I think that makes the decision for me. I was thinking laminate bc of the ease of use, and clean up, but Dad's worry is mine too, so...

Also, can this flooring be heated? I am *very* interested in heated flooring.

Thanks in advance.