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Find the ideal puppy bowl for your little four-legged friend - hygienic, non-slip and perfectly tailored to their needs.
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The first puppy bowl for your furry friend
The first few months with your puppy can be very exciting. You take loving care of his needs and make sure he feels comfortable. The puppy bowl also plays an important role here, as it is more than just a container for food and water - it helps to ensure that your dog can go through his puppyhood comfortably and without stress.
Why the right bowl is important for puppies
✔ Healthy development: Your puppy needs a balanced and healthy diet. A well-chosen puppy bowl ensures that your pet can eat in peace and supports its healthy development for a relaxed start in life.
✔ Hygiene: A puppy bowl that is easy to clean helps to ensure that your dog not only gets clean food, but also a hygienic environment. Many puppy bowls are also suitable for the dishwasher.
✔ Comfort for your puppy: A puppy bowl that is non-slip and the ideal size makes eating a stress-free experience. Your puppy will feel safe and comfortable.
Which materials are recommended for puppy bowls?
There are various materials that are used in the manufacture of food and water bowls to enable your little four-legged friend to eat perfectly. Each has its advantages and disadvantages. Which bowl you choose for your puppy depends on what appeals to you.
● Stainless steel puppy bowl:
Puppy bowls made of rust-free, high-quality stainless steel are particularly durable, hygienic and easy to clean. A non-slip silicone rim on the underside of the stainless steel bowls ensures a relaxed feeding experience.
● Puppy bowl made from silicone:
A silicone dog bowl for puppies won't slip, even if your puppy gets a little wild. The material is easy to fold and store - ideal for travelling. It is dishwasher-safe, easy to clean and also ideal for animals that do not accept feeding from a stainless steel bowl.
● Puppy bowl made from melamine:
Puppy bowls made of high-quality melamine are available in many colours and designs. They are inexpensive, lightweight and unbreakable - ideal for curious, boisterous puppies.
Buying a puppy bowl: What is important?
In addition to the material, there are other important factors that you should consider when choosing a puppy bowl:
● Size and height of the bowl:
When it comes to the bowl size for your puppy, it is important that your dog bowl is not too small so that your puppy can eat and drink comfortably without spilling food. At the same time, it should not be too large to prevent your puppy from eating too much food at once or spreading the food around in the bowl.
● Water intake and drinking behaviour:
Make sure that the food bowl also makes it easier for your puppy to drink. Use a puppy bowl with a flat rim to optimally quench your little four-legged friend's thirst.
● Sustainability:
Puppy bowls made from environmentally friendly materials, e.g. stainless steel, are particularly sustainable; they are easy to clean, particularly robust and therefore very durable.
FAQ Welpennäpfe
The size of the puppy bowl depends on the size of the puppy:
● For small puppies, a bowl with a diameter of around 12-15 cm is recommended,
● for medium-sized puppies, a diameter of approx. 18-20 cm,
● and for large puppies about 22-25 cm.
The height of the bowl depends on your dog's anatomy. Dogs with a long snout, such as a Labrador puppy, need a slightly higher bowl than breeds such as pugs or boxers.
It is recommended to clean the food bowl thoroughly with warm water and washing-up liquid after every meal, but at least once a day to prevent germs and deposits from building up. Many puppy bowls are also dishwasher-safe and can therefore be used again quickly.
To get your puppy used to his bowl, put the bowl in a quiet place and let him sniff the bowl without food. Then fill it with something tasty and give him time to decide when he wants to eat. A fixed feeding routine will help him to accept food from the bowl.
Some puppies are afraid of their bowl because it is new to them or because the noise and movement of the bowl frightens them. A slipping bowl can also be unsettling. A silicone bowl mat prevents it from slipping and makes eating safer.