Why stainless steel?

[kitty_kid]

Hi
Have noticed in a couple of threads that its advisable to use only stainless steel dishes?

Why is this?

Tx
C

[Marty]

Plastic leaches chemicals over time, and ceramic can chip and do the same things. Stainless does none of that, and is easy to keep clean.

[kitty_kid]

Thanks!
Will have to get some new dishes then!

[Traci]

Plastic or ceramic, or even some glass can harbor bacteria, which is often the culprit for feline acne. Some ceramics and stonewear also contain harmful lead used in the kiln processing, these are harmful for pets.

Stainless steel is virtually impossible to chip, thereby bacteria will not build up in cracks, chips, etc. They still need to be cleaned and rinse on a regular basis though.

[kitty_kid]

Thanks for the tip, Traci~
He will have to use my little mixing bowls then until I get to the store.

Thanks!