When setting up your pet's habitat, don't forget to include a small animal water bottle and feeders for different types of food. Small pets need unlimited access to fresh water to meet their hydration needs and, while some pets will drink from bowls, bottles are less prone to spills. Whether your pet uses a food bowl or a special feeder comes down to individual preference and food type. Here are some features to look for when shopping for small animal water bottles and feeders:
Clean and refill your small animal water bottle and feeders daily. Even if your pet doesn't finish all their food or water, it's important to keep it fresh and clean. If you find your pet doesn't like eating from a bowl, a cage-mounted feeder might be more to their liking. You can also try scattering some food around their cage so they can engage their natural foraging instincts.
Small pets drink water from bowls or bottles. Unlike humans, they don't have the cheek muscles to create suction, so they flick their tongues against the water's surface to drink it. Some pets prefer drinking from bowls over bottles, so consider offering both until you learn which your pet likes best.
Most small pets are foraging animals, so they don't necessarily need to have their food offered in bowls. However, using a bowl helps keep the food (and your pet's habitat) clean and hygienic.
Small pet feeders are appropriate for certain types of food such as hay. As an alternative to scattering hay in the cage, feeders make the food more easily accessible and help keep it separate from dirty bedding.
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