How often should you wash the pet bowls?
Every other day. It goes on the list when you tell it there is a dog.
What it actually is, and what shifts it
The slime in a water bowl is biofilm, and rinsing spreads it rather than removes it. It needs detergent and a bit of friction — and stainless or ceramic holds far less of it than scratched plastic does.
Put it on a list that reminds you
“Wash the pet bowls”, every other day. Tick it when it is done and the next date is counted from that day, not from when it was due.
Related chores
- How often should you empty the kitchen bin and wipe the worktops?every other day
- How often should you clean the shower screen?every 3 days
- How often should you do the washing up?every day
- How often should you change the litter tray?every day
Or make a cleaning schedule for your whole house — a few questions, no account.