Why It's Important to Wash Your Pet's Bowls Often: A Simple Explanation

15.02.2024 18:48

Every owner of a cat or dog knows that the health and mood of the pet depends on nutrition.

But the cleanliness of the dishes is also important.

It is important to take into account that leftovers from previous meals can promote the growth of microbes and lead to gastrointestinal diseases.

It is important to understand that some diseases can be transmitted to humans.

In addition, dirty bowls can smell bad and spoil the taste of food.

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As a result, animals will simply stop eating or drinking from such dishes.

How Often to Wash Pet Dishes

Water bowls should be washed daily with hot water and soapy water.

After the procedure, it is important to rinse the surface thoroughly and wipe it dry. It is permissible to use a dishwasher.

Food bowls should also be washed every day. But if your pet prefers wet food, the procedure should be repeated after each meal.

Earlier we talked about what vegetables you can feed to dogs.

Olga Kotova Author: Olga Kotova Internet resource editor