We want to present the most common conditions to our cats and dogs that we share our lives, right? For this, there are many things we need to learn and apply.

One of them is the issue of “Biofilm” that we will talk about today. You will probably change some of your habits after reading this content…

In the containers of cats and dogs, there is an organism community called “biofilm ..

“Biofilm” is an organism group of harmful microorganisms that can grow in dogs and cat foods and water containers, causing health issues for dogs and cats, causing chronic or permanent infections.

These communities; It can consist of bacteria, fungi, algae or other microorganisms and can be found on various surfaces.

Water/food containers of cats and dogs, the favorite places of biofilm.

Due to the presence of moisture and organic issue, dog and cat food and water containers can lead to the formation of biofilm. Food ruins, moisture and first of all the combination of high temperatures; It creates an ideal environment for microorganisms to adhere to the surface and form a layer of biofilm.

These biofilmler are very valuable to clean their containers and toys in order to prevent biofilm formation and reduce the risk of contamination, as they contain bacteria, fungi or other microorganisms that may be the health of our little friends.

How to prevent biofilm formation?

After each food time; It is recommended to wash with soap and water suitable for pets. It can also be washed with vinegar. It is especially important to wash food residues with hot water.

After washing the containers, dry it with a pak cloth and start using it when it is completely dry. Otherwise, moisture will cause the biofilmis to be easily re -formation.

Every animal may not accept it, but there is another procedure that can be tried. You can drop a few drops of water-sirness mixture into food and water containers.

Finally; Throw the cracked, scratched, broken containers. This kind of environment triggers the formation of biofilm and helps microorganisms accumulate in those cracks.

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