Choosing the right dog bowl

There is a lot to choose from both in types and styles when it comes to food and water bowls for your dog. Even if you are all into function your do not need to compromise on style or design, as the Metro Scoop Dog Bowl from Puchi designer petwear show.

Stainless steel dog bowls

Traditional stainless steel bowls are economical, durable, long lasting and are great if your dog tends to nibble on her bowl! Look for bowls with a rubber rim that will keep them from tipping and getting nosed around. They are easy to clean and are the easiest to sanitize, which is why they are the choice of many veterinarians.

Ceramic dog bowls

Ceramic bowls are sturdy, come in a wide variety of colors and designs, you can even get them personalized. Often they come in handy sets with treat jars as well. Ceramic bowls and crocks are good for dogs that like to move their bowls around. Since ceramic is the heaviest of materials used for feeding bowls, your dog will eat her food without moving across the floor at the same time. These bowls are very durable and long lasting, unless of course your drop them. Because they are very porous, it is critical that they be cleaned and sanitized daily. It is recommended that a cracked ceramic dish be replaced because it is likely to harbor bacteria in the cracks.

Plastic dog bowls

Plastic and ceramic dog bowls come in an array of colors and often have decorative patterns.
Plastic bowls come in a variety of colors and are lightweight, unbreakable, and economical. Plastic bowls are not for dogs that tend to chew on their bowls, as small fragments of plastic could be chewed off and swallowed.

Raised dog feeders

Raised dog feeders not only feature some really eye-catching designs, they also help in digestion, since your dog stands up straighter to eat. This type is also good for older pets with joint or arthritic problems to dine from.

Travel dog bowls

If you’d like to bring your dog with you when you’re on the go, there are several different types and styles of travel bowls available, from collapsible nylon bowls that are light weight and take up minimal space to portable raised feeders.

Accessories

Placemats

Don’t forget the placemats that go under the dishes, it makes cleanup a little easier.

Food Storage

Finally, when considering bowls for your dog to eat and drink from, don’t forget about a storage container and scoop if your dog eats dry food. Keeping the food in a container with a lid extends the life of the food, reduces the breakdown of vitamins, and maintains freshness.