Why Stainless Steel Is The Best Choice For Pet Bowls, Feeders And Waterers

So, you’ve spent time at the local pet store reading a multitude of labels to find just the right food for your dog. After checking out the kibble, canned, freeze dried, fresh and frozen raw, you head over to the bowl aisle looking for that perfect dish to place your dog’s food into. The choices seem endless, with bowls in all shapes and sizes lining the shelves. Selecting the right bowl for your dog is more than just finding the right color and size. The material that the bowl is made out of is just as important as the food that will being going into it. Paws down, the safest and healthiest choices are bowls manufactured out of food grade stainless steel.

Advantages of using pet bowls, feeders and waterers made out of stainless steel

1. Stainless steel is non-porous. Stainless steel bowls have a smooth and uniform surface that is easy to clean. They do not have any microscopic holes, valleys or scratches that can become perfect hiding spots for harmful bacteria. Therefore, leftover food, oils and even dog saliva will not become trapped and can simply be scrubbed away when cleaning the bowl. Some diseases have been linked directly back to the type of bowl that is being used to feed your dog. Because stainless steel does not provide an environment that promotes the growth of  harmful bacteria, the overall health of your dog will benefit. Let’s face it, nobody wants to eat from a bowl that has a flourishing colony of harmful bacteria as dinner guests. Yuck!

   

   2. Stainless steel is heat resistant. The ability to withstand higher temperatures means that stainless steel bowls are a very good choice for outdoor use. Exposure to sunlight will not lead to any damage such as slow melting that can occur with the use of plastic bowls. So, while your dog is having fun playing in the backyard, his food and water bowls will remain safe to use. Stainless steel bowls are also a great option for pet parents that make homecooked meals for their dogs. When dinner is finished, it can go right from the stove top into your dog’s bowl without having to cool down first. You will never have to worry that your dog is ingesting unwanted material along with his meal.

3. Stainless steel is much more durable. Does your dog love to tip, knock, chew and just plain rough house with his bowls? Then stainless steel should be your first choice for pet bowls, feeders and waterers. It is resistant to scratches, rust, temperature changes and being accidentally dropped. Stainless steel’s lasting strength will not diminish over time. Plastic is no match for dogs that like to chew on their bowls. Broken off pieces could be ingested causing digestive issues or blockages.

4. Stainless steel is very lightweight. Even extra large sized bowls are easily transported to your dog’s favorite feeding station. Kids and elderly pet parents with limited strength will be able to manage carrying a stainless steel bowl. Many bowls have the added benefit of a lip that runs around the top of the bowl to make carrying them that much easier.

5. Stainless steel is affordable. The initial cost is comparable to purchasing a plastic bowl. But, because of the durability of stainless steel, you will be replacing your dog bowls much less often. Stainless steel bowls that are well maintained can last for years. It is also a green product that is readily available. The main components can be separated, broken down and reused much easier than plastic.

Important reminder: When choosing your next stainless steel bowls, check the label for food grade information and that the bowls are dishwasher safe. This will help to ensure that you are purchasing the safest and healthiest bowls for your best friend.