Has anyone used wet food in this? I would like to use it for that - no cold, just last for 3 days - would that work?
874405
I would not use it for wet food. You could, functionally, but I wouldn't risk the health of my cat.
874406
I hadn't read where you couldn't, so I did. We were going to be gone for 3 days and I had put 1/4 of a small can in each of the containers and set if for 2x a day feedings. I did a message, tested it, showed the cat how it worked............................when I came back 4 of the containers still had food in them and they were moldy. It was very yucky to clean, the cat was smart enough not to eat it, it taught me a lesson.....................no wet food!!!
874407
When I went away for a weekend, I first took the tray out, filled compartments 3 and 6 with wet food and water, smushed it up, and put it in the freezer over night. I had 1, 2, 4 and 5 with dry food for 4pm and 11pm feedings, and the wet food for the mornings. I put the whole machine on two ice packs. When I got back there was only a little wet food residue in the tray and my cats seemed happy.
874408
I have been using two of these, round the clock, for a year to feed a very old dog a wet mixture every two hours. It's what he needs and it's been a great help to have these feeders. I place a large version of blue ice chilling block underneath with a towel around it for insulation and for traction. If the weather is warm, I use two big blue ice blocks.
874409
I use my feeder for portion control and to get my cat to eat more frequently -- we are trying to get her weight down. I don't use the feeder for trips, like everyone seemed to who was answering this question. So for a 24-hr period, it works fine. Just add a bit of water into the wet food if you're concerned about it drying out a bitl
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When I went away for a weekend, I first took the tray out, filled compartments 3 and 6 with wet food and water, smushed it up, and put it in the freezer over night. I had 1, 2, 4 and 5 with dry food for 4pm and 11pm feedings, and the wet food for the mornings. I put the whole machine on two ice packs. When I got back there was only a little wet food residue in the tray and my cats seemed happy. So the real answer is, if it's within a couple days, then yes, but you have to freeze it. (The water I just always add because it forces kitties to drink water and keeps the food bowls from getting caked on wet food) When I went away for a weekend, I first took the tray out, filled compartments 3 and 6 with wet food and water, smushed it up, and put it in the freezer over night. I had 1, 2, 4 and 5 with dry food for 4pm and 11pm feedings, and the wet food for the mornings. I put the whole machine on two ice packs. When I got back there was only a little wet food residue in the tray and my cats seemed happy. So the real answer is, if it's within a couple days, then yes, but you have to freeze it. (The water I just always add because it forces kitties to drink water and keeps the food bowls from getting... » Read More When I went away for a weekend, I first took the tray out, filled compartments 3 and 6 with wet food and water, smushed it up, and put it in the freezer over night. I had 1, 2, 4 and 5 with dry food for 4pm and 11pm feedings, and the wet food for the mornings. I put the whole machine on two ice packs. When I got back there was only a little wet food residue in the tray and my cats seemed happy. So the real answer is, if it's within a couple days, then yes, but you have to freeze it. (The water I just always add because it forces kitties to drink water and keeps the food bowls from getting caked on wet food) « Show Less
874411
Just put wet food in a small ziploc bag and leave it in the tray. The kitty will do the rest.
874412
It doesn't seal very tight so I am not sure that it would stay moist. I wouldn't recommend putting wet food in there.
874413
I tried it, but the wet food dried out. Not good for cleanup. Stick to dry food
1449469
I havent had much luck keeping my food as cold as it should be for the price. Have had to replace the ice packs and buy my own and some days I use 4 ice packs. I wouldnt think of carrying milk around since my yogurt gets a little cooler than room temp rather quickly.
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I'd be sure to have a diaper on her as it's real quick. Here's a tip I found on Pinterest: use a paste of baking soda and food coloring (we like green) for "food" because there were several complaints about the food mix in the set getting clogged up the tube and getting smelly. I tried it once but I think the food mix was easier to feed....maybe my paste was too watery. Hope this helps
646464
Mr. Bento is made to retain the interior temperature for up to 8 hours, so I would say it would be fine. If you're worried about any nasties getting in anyhow there are little antibacterial sheets you can place on top of your food that are made expressly for that purpose. Personally speaking I've never had any issues with my food getting contaminated, so I'm pretty at ease.
720888
I put some pretty runny baby food in there. I was making my own and mixing with breastmilk too. I think squash was the most runny. Nothing I ever put in there leaked. I'd say, if whatever you put in here leaks, then nothing would hold it. It is the best container of its kind! (I say of its kind because obviously reg Tupperware can hold liquid but is too big for lunchbags)
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I only feed my cat wet food and use the automatic feeder all the time. He gets fed a small amount every 4 hours, and it seems to stay fresh when I fill it up with 5 servings. The food does not get hard and stale on top like it does if it is sitting out in a dish for hours. My kitty eats it without complaining, so it must be fine. He is picky so if it did not taste good, he would not touch it.
1940304
If I put it in the fridge filled with ice cubes overnight, it does a pretty good job. Because I drink the cold stuff within a couple of hours I'm not sure how LONG it works. When I drink the contents and refill it right away with water and let it sit for awhile, the water is usually colder than it was going in. Good luck. Its a great item either way.
460868
I don't think cold would affect it. However, mine got wet because a raccoon tried getting at the food and pushed the entire device into my pond, I had it secured but not well enough. I dried it all out as best I could but rust set in and the device became inoperative. It worked great until then, much better than 2 other devices I had tried before. So, if you can keep it dry, you should be OK.
17687
The cat house has two wooden posts that run along the whole length of the house (about 2" ) I wouldn't put water in the house. If it's heated, you shouldn't worry about that. What I did with her food, I put it in a microwaveable bowl, nuked it for 30 seconds, and placed towards the other end of the house. The straw inside helped to retain the heat, and she stayed nice and warm all night long. The bottom is slightly curved.
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Our cats would probably eat around the powder if given the choice. We mix it into the wet food. As a thought you could try getting a squirt bottle and give the wet food one spray and then sprinkle the powder on it would stick to the dry food that way. Just don't over do it with the squirt bottle or it will end up all mushy.
1661829
I have not tried frozen goods. A hot food lasted about 2 hours. Still warm not hot.
1919195
Not sure about warm liquids....as our youngster ONLY drinks cold items. Good Luck.
472035
No, it wouldn't work for wet food. It would be hard to get in, and I don't think the cat(s) could get it out. The bowl is meant to have them stick their paws in to pull food out. :-) Hope that helps.
1225476
I have used the miracle grow liquid and it works wonderfully. Make sure though its a purely fluid plant food, some have chunks of special fertilizer in them, though those usually have their own special dispenser. I haven't had any issue with it so far using most plant foods :)
1565629
We have only used these for cold items. Though I have not tried hot items, I can say they keep the cold food cold for at least four hours in my children's school lunch bags. We do not use ice packs.
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Warmish, Room temp---much better on digestion! Cold food has a high % of upsetting digestion, so please NEVER cold. Put remainder of food from can, in a glass bowl, cover and put in fridge. (This is quality real food--it will spoil!) Then take what you want out--very slightly microwave or sit at room temp. I ALWAYS add warm water--cats need more water, and Wellness is a high quality food; adding water doesn't ruin the taste. We have 8 cats (all rescues) so very experienced --lol- :) purrrs.....
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I was instructed to do that with any dry food when my dog was a puppy, specially because he has a tendency to not drink a lot of water, so that was a good way of keeping him from dehydration. My dog is 3 years old but I still keep doing that. What I do is add boiled water to the dry food (not only this Merrick one but all other brands that I use), then I wait until it cools down and serve it to my dog. He loves his food like that!