My BP just got here, and he drank a whole lot of water!
I've had my BP for 8 months and have yet to see it drink any water. LOL
FWIW, I just use tap water as well.
07-14-2016, 01:13 PM
OhhWatALoser
Re: Distilled water
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Originally Posted by Snoopyslim
I've read many views on this - I think if it's safe for humans it's safe for animals...point is to keep them hydrated.
In regards to tap water - do you let it sit? Some people say they let it sit over night because of the chlorine. We bought a Brita just for Valentine - we fill it then leave it by her tank so it always does allow time to dissipate but I'm just wondering if that's even necessary.
Once the chlorine is gone, the bacteria it prevents starts growing. Given how much chlorine you need to be exposed to to even cause minor issues and the amount recorded to do major damage being off the charts, I don't worry about it at all. Same with the bacteria that grows, low amounts seem to have no effect. High amounts make people sick. I would be more worried about the water that's been sitting there for a few weeks.
Personally I do weekly water bowl changes, my animals seem to be fine.
07-14-2016, 02:23 PM
Snoopyslim
Re: Distilled water
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Originally Posted by OhhWatALoser
Once the chlorine is gone, the bacteria it prevents starts growing. Given how much chlorine you need to be exposed to to even cause minor issues and the amount recorded to do major damage being off the charts, I don't worry about it at all. Same with the bacteria that grows, low amounts seem to have no effect. High amounts make people sick. I would be more worried about the water that's been sitting there for a few weeks.
Personally I do weekly water bowl changes, my animals seem to be fine.
Just so you know we don't leave it out for weeks lol it's emptied within a week, Brita doesn't actually hold much water :P But great point I might just start using the tap water.
