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If you are concerned about your pet's health, one of the very basics of their health is good, clean water. Sure, you can just throw them some water from the faucet, but do you want to drink that stuff?
Steps
Use stainless steel or ceramic for the water bowl container. Don't use materials like plastic.
Make sure the container is over-sized. The bigger the animal, the larger the container should be.Advertisement
Take care of the condition of your water bowl. Don't scrub them with anything abrasive. You want them to stay as pristine as possible. Scratches and abrasions will encourage mold and bacteria growth.
Don't just use really hot water. It doesn't work, unless you are sending it through a commercial level dishwasher (which uses soap, anyway). Use whatever soap you use, and be sure to rinse it really well.
Change the water frequently. Do it at least twice a day. If it is a warm day, they will be needing more water than usual, and no one wants to drink gross water.
Spritz the bowl with a light mist of peroxide after you have cleaned it. It helps to ensure that there are fewer germs and parasites for your pets to be exposed to. The tiny amount of hydrogen peroxide that they are exposed to is insignificant.
Give them filtered water. There are more and more things in our water that we don't want in our bodies. If you drink filtered water, so should they.Advertisement
Community Q&A
- QuestionHow do I get my dog to drink more? She drinks from the toilet, not the bowl.
Community AnswerThen shut the toilet bowl, or close the bathroom door. Then the dog will not be able to get in the bathroom.
Things You'll Need
- Ceramic or stainless steel bowl, over-sized
- Spray bottle with hydrogen peroxide in it
- Filtered water
References
- Research source - http://stories.barkpost.com/clean-dog-bowl/
- Research source - https://www.dogfoodadvisor.com/canine-nutrition/water-most-neglected-canine-nutrient/
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