Which pets are suitable for pet bowls made of different materials?

Due to the differences in the characteristics of pet bowls of different materials, the applicable pet types and scenarios are different, and the following is a specific analysis:
1. Made of plastic
Features: Lightweight and low-cost, but easy to retain bacteria, resulting in a "black chin", and long-term use may release harmful substances.
Suitable for pets:
Short-term or temporary use: e.g. temporary feeding of stray pets, puppies/kittens during the transition period (need to be replaced regularly).
Small pets: small pets such as birds, hamsters and other small pets with light weight and weak destructive power (you need to choose a thick anti-bite model).
Precautions: Avoid long-term use for cats (easy to cause chin folliculitis), dogs need to choose a bite-resistant type.
2. Ceramic
Features: Beautiful, antibacterial, easy to clean, but heavy and fragile.
Suitable for pets:
Cats: Ideal for cats who are susceptible to "black chins" (smooth surface reduces bacterial residue).
Small and medium-sized dogs: such as teddy, bichon, etc., need to be placed in a fixed position to avoid overturning.
Precautions: Avoid the use of large dogs (easy to knock over and break), choose the bottom non-slip model.
3. Stainless steel material
Features: Drop resistant, bite resistant, easy to clean, suitable for high-destructive pets.
Suitable for pets:
Large dogs/puppies: such as golden retrievers, Labradors, etc., resistant to bites and not easy to damage.
Multi-pet family: sturdy and durable, can be used for a long time (to avoid multi-pet fighting).
Note: In summer, you can choose a model with a cooling base to avoid food spoiling too quickly.
4. Glass material
Features: Safe and transparent, easy to clean, but fragile and thermally conductive.
Suitable for pets:
Scenes with high demand for viewing: such as home decorative feeding (with non-slip mats).
Small pets: water bowls such as ornamental fish and reptiles (need to be fixed).
Precautions: Avoid high temperature environment (such as direct sunlight) to prevent sudden cold and sudden heat explosion.
5. Melamine (melamine) material
Features: light and fall-resistant, moderately priced, but not resistant to high temperatures, easy to leave scratches.
Suitable for pets:
Small and medium-sized dogs and cats: suitable for daily feeding, especially for lively and active pets (not easy to knock over).
Elderly pets: The bowl is light, which is convenient for pets to bow their heads and lick (you need to choose a shallow version).
Precautions: Avoid holding hot foods (e.g. freshly cooked wet grains), check surface scratches regularly and replace them.
6. Aluminum
Features: fast heat dissipation, natural material, but easy to oxidize and deform.
Suitable for pets:
Pets that need to control the temperature of their diet: such as dogs and cats that need to cool down quickly in summer (can hold chilled food).
Outdoor activities: light and easy to carry, suitable for temporary use when camping and hiking.
Precautions: Avoid long-term storage of acidic foods (such as canned food) to prevent metal precipitation.
7. Wood / bamboo fiber material
Features: environmentally friendly, natural texture, but easy to mold, need regular maintenance.
Suitable for pets:
Pets that are sensitive to materials: such as dogs and cats that are prone to allergies (need to choose food-grade environmentally friendly paint).
Small herbivores: such as rabbits and guinea pigs (low risk of nibbling and in line with natural habits).
Precautions: Wipe dry thoroughly after each use to avoid mildew caused by a humid environment.
8. Silicone material
Features: Soft and anti-tipple, foldable, high temperature / low temperature resistance.
Suitable for pets:
Portable scenarios for going out: such as travel, pet hospital (it does not take up space when folded).
Young pets/elderly pets: The bowl body is soft to avoid collision injuries (such as puppies learning to eat).
Precautions: Regularly check whether there are bite marks and breakages to prevent pets from accidentally ingesting silicone fragments.