Is It Safe for Dogs To Drink Out of Shared Water Bowls?
resource guarding around water bowls potentially leading to conflict with other dogs. This can create an unsafe environment for both pets and their owners.
If your dog is already a resource guarder they may want to guard the water bowl at the dog park as other dogs gather around to lap up water. This is something you need to be aware of as a
pet owner to keep a safe environment for all of the dogs enjoying the park Butzer says. Your dog may trigger a fight due to wanting to guard the water bowl and this can lead to pets getting hurt. If this sounds like your dog Butzer says to pack a separate bowl and bring your own water for your dog and if possible dont let them go near the communal water bowl.
Can Dogs in the Same Home Share Water Bowls?
According to Butzer dogs in the same household can safely share water bowls but with a few caveats. If one dog is sick with kennel cough or a runny nose you will want to give them separate water bowls so the healthy dog doesnt get sick Butzer says.
And be sure to keep the bowls clean. Water can quickly get contaminated with saliva and bacteria so keep the water clean and fresh each day Butzer says.
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