July 29, 2011

Puppy Bowls – Which one will be best for my Lab Puppy

What Puppy Bowls should you Buy?

Firstly whatever puppy bowls you decided to buy you will need to buy 2. You will need a puppy feeding bowl and a puppy water bowl.

There is a huge range of dog bowls to choose from:- ceramic, plastic, stainless steel, personalized and even designer dog bowls.

They come in all shapes and sizes some with stands, non slip and non spill.

So lets look at the pros and cons of buying your puppy bowls.

I will be looking at the three main types of bowl that puppy owners use.

plastic dog bowl

Plastic dog bowls

Pros – Plastic dog bowls are relatively cheep, most are dishwasher safe. These food bowls come in a variety of sizes, shapes and colours.

Cons – Some Plastic dog bowls are made of softer plastic which can be easily chewed and scratched by your puppy, this will leave places for bacteria to build up.

Some dogs may develop an allergy to the plastic, resulting in a mild skin infection on their chin or face.

Ceramic Dog Bowl

Ceramic dog bowls

Pros – If you into having everything cordinated ceramic dog bowls are a great way to express your style. These bowls are usually decorated with fun designs and many are handmade by artists. Their protective glaze makes them easy to keep clean, some are dishwasher-safe.

Cons – These dog bowls can become cracked and they will be unsafe for your Labrador puppy. Smaller, less visible cracks can harbor bacteria. Inspect these bowls on a regular basis for any damage.

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Stainless Steel Dog Bowl

Stainless Steel dog bowl

Pros – These puppy bowls are my favorite . They are by far the most durable and are also dishwasher-safe. You can get these bowls with a non-skid rim on the bottom to prevent spilling. They are very practical and inexpensive and they will stand the test of time.

Cons - The only down side is Stainless steel bowls are not pretty they do not come in different colors or designs.

So my top choice for buying a puppy bowl would be a Stainless Steel Bowl, easy to clean and will not cause your lab puppy any problems.

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