Lead-free dog food bowls and Cat Bowls

I started doing research for the safest dog bowls when I found out there are a lot of things you need to “be on the lookout for” when buying or replacing any of your pet items. Why? There is not much or any regulation when it comes to pet bowls. After many hours of searching, I found the perfect solution. USA-made lead free dog bowls that are also free of heavy metals like mercury.

I’ll share with you 1) hidden dangers that may be in your pet bowls, 2) how the cheap dog bowl will cost you more in the long run and 3) which dog food bowls and cat food bowls are the safest.

Hidden dangers inside pet bowls

In 2008 EWG’s research revealed that chemical exposure in pets is up to 20x’s higher than in humans. Some of the chemicals found were Teflon, chemicals from plastics, tap water is loaded with chemicals and possible pharmaceuticals, VOC’s and heavy metals such as mercury. Mercury itself can contribute to cancer. This toxic cocktail can lead to lipomas, cancer, thyroid issues, reproductive issues, and more.

In 2009 HealthyStuff(dot)org did some research that revealed traces of lead in many pet items. In the 400 pet products tested, a fourth of them had detectable levels of lead. The most shocking results were that 7% of the pet products had lead levels over 300 ppm.

In 2020, lots of reports were coming out about how long the coronavirus can stay on surfaces. It was reported in Mach 2020 that viruses can live on stainless steel for 3 days. To learn more about how to kill bacteria and viruses using non-toxic methods, this blog will be helpful as it goes into detail on the duration and temperature needed to kill certain bacteria and viruses.

These lead free dog bowls have less risks than Plastic bowls and Ceramic cat food bowls

In 2012 Petco stainless steel bowls were recalled because of being contaminated with radioactive material. I decided to look into ceramic dog bowls but I quickly learned they are prone to chips & cracks that can harbor bacteria and the glaze may contain lead.

I thought about taking the time to research ceramic bowls that have a lead-free glaze but I quickly remembered the worrisome feeling I would have when dealing with heavy ceramic dog bowls. What if I drop it? That is going to be one big mess!

Plastic bowls were not even a consideration because they have their own problems like BPA. Additionally, my dog would get acne or pimple-like bumps around his mouth when he was exposed to plastic. Furthermore, plastic bowls and ceramic bowls had the highest amount of bacteria after a 14 day period according to another study. Some of the bacteria found were salmonella and MRSA.

Cheap dog bowls vs. these lead free dog bowls made in the USA

Look at the difference! Both bowls are 1 year old.

The bowl on the left is a “cheap” bowl that has rusted and “flaked” off material that possibly was ingested by my client’s dog.

On the right, is my dog’s bowl. It does not have any rust and looks fantastic!

My point? Investing in a good bowl upfront will save you money in the long run!

5 facts about these stainless steel cat bowls and dog bowls

• Money-back guarantee
• Great for dry food, wet food, and water
• 18/8 stainless steel or 300 series stainless steel dog and cat bowls
• Radioactive-free, lead-free, cadmium-free, and mercury-free (heavy metals) pet bowls
• Bowls from each batch are tested to ensure no contaminants! Click here for Pet Bowl Test Results.

This company also sells a non-skid bowl mat to help prevent your bowls from moving around.

Non-toxic Stainless steel dog bowls

If you’re like me, you might be wondering what does 18/8 or 300 series mean? I was told many stainless steel pots & pans are 18/10 but I still had no idea what that meant. 18/8, also referred to as type 304, is composed of 18% chromium and 8% nickel. The short version is this combination helps to prevent corrosion and oxidation resistance.

Getting quality Cat food bowls water bowls, and Dog food bowls that will last a long time comes at a price. WHY? China made bowls or inferior materials allow for bowls to be the cheap price you may be used to.

Cost: If you’re looking for the cheapest priced bowls, these are not it! These bowls should be a 1x investment vs. other bowls you would likely need to replace within 1-2 years, which costs you more in the long run! More importantly, considering all the things your pet won’t be exposed to, you will have a healthier pet and fewer vet bills.

I look at it like this, I bought an ‘expensive’ water bottle for health reasons so I can justify buying the same for my dog. Besides I’m sure my dog’s bowls will last much longer than my bottle so the $34.99+for a set (2 dog bowls) is a good investment to me!

Sizes: These pet bowls are offered for both cats and dogs. The dog bowls come in Small bowls, Medium dog bowls, Large dog bowls, and Extra Large bowls. They also offer a mixture of sizes such as a set containing 1 medium and 1 large bowl or 1 small bowl and 1 medium bowl.

Dog bowls that take a lickin’

One testimonial that really stood out to me was a customer who forgot she left the dog bowl on top of her vehicle. While driving down the road, she saw her dog bowl fly off her car. After stopping to retrieve her bowl, she found it was still in “perfect condition.”

I hope this blog helps you pick safe bowls for your pets!

My follow up blog on these dog bowls offers tips on how to polish your bowls, why you might want to rotate your bowls, and my thoughts on these bowls after using them for several months. BONUS, there is a blooper video! Who doesn’t like bloopers right?!