Storing Kibble
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, how can I store kibble properly ? I usually leave it in it's original bag and leave in the garage ? Is that OK ? Is there a better way ?
haha I kept wondering how you guys were buying a bag of quality food and making it last a month...then I remembered my dogs aren't small...
There's a list somewhere of varieties of formed plastic that are safe for food to be stored in...I found it a long time ago, I'll try to hunt it down. I know you can go and look at the material stamp on either rubbermaid or tupperware "left-overs" bowls and match it with the material stamp on a lot of generic trash cans, sweater boxes, and similar type storage contraptions...for those interested in finding food-safe containers.
There's a list somewhere of varieties of formed plastic that are safe for food to be stored in...I found it a long time ago, I'll try to hunt it down. I know you can go and look at the material stamp on either rubbermaid or tupperware "left-overs" bowls and match it with the material stamp on a lot of generic trash cans, sweater boxes, and similar type storage contraptions...for those interested in finding food-safe containers.
I bought one of those rubbermaid containers in the pet aisle section at wal-mart and I store Bailey's food in it. Usually just one bag's worth which lasts about a month.
Makenzie, you're making me think a bit, are these containers not appropriate for storing food? Is there something I should know about this??
Makenzie, you're making me think a bit, are these containers not appropriate for storing food? Is there something I should know about this??
I know Innova recommends leaving the food in the bag (as per Mordy's post) and NOT putting in on a concrete floor. so, I used to have it in the laundryroom, but now it's kind of in the hall. dog food isn't pretty, but at least the bag is green and matches the decor. LOL I'm going to get something nicer to look at to stick the bag in.
As said earlier, a lot of varieties of plastic aren't really safe for storing consumable goods. Some of the trash-cans you can buy are made from lesser grades of pvc-type materials which can readily absord nutrients, and food can absord a variety of toxins.
Luckily, the difference in manufaturing is minimal and most companies (rubbermaid, for example) make all their products from the same variety of plastic...so you're likely safe. Also, if it's not a safe variety of plastic, it would take about 50 years of monthly rotation for a cargenogenic situation to present it's self lol...so it's not like a time-bomb waiting to happen.
Probably on the bottom of the container it'll have a number stamped in it. If you can tell us what that number is we can probably find it's material specs online.
Luckily, the difference in manufaturing is minimal and most companies (rubbermaid, for example) make all their products from the same variety of plastic...so you're likely safe. Also, if it's not a safe variety of plastic, it would take about 50 years of monthly rotation for a cargenogenic situation to present it's self lol...so it's not like a time-bomb waiting to happen.
Probably on the bottom of the container it'll have a number stamped in it. If you can tell us what that number is we can probably find it's material specs online.
I have had animal shows all over the country...
I have a USDA Exib. B Licence..
Most USDA inspections do NOT allow any food to be kept in a rubber or plastic cont. They must be in an allum. trash can/or type of, either in the bag or not, and a tight fitting cover so that no rodents can get into it.
Plastic water bowls or rubber were not allowed because bacteria can easily grow in the "scratches" of the bowls, only metal, and must be disinfected reg.
For those who don't know... and yes, I thought when I first started training, doing animal shows...that the USDA was involved. Yes, they do the investigations and evaluations for animal shows all over the country as well as the "beef"...lol.
You would be amazed at the acutal animals they are "regulated" to do evals....hopefully soon, they will be able to do more.
No worries for me, my shows always got a great score! But, I just wanted to share the above.
I have a USDA Exib. B Licence..
Most USDA inspections do NOT allow any food to be kept in a rubber or plastic cont. They must be in an allum. trash can/or type of, either in the bag or not, and a tight fitting cover so that no rodents can get into it.
Plastic water bowls or rubber were not allowed because bacteria can easily grow in the "scratches" of the bowls, only metal, and must be disinfected reg.
For those who don't know... and yes, I thought when I first started training, doing animal shows...that the USDA was involved. Yes, they do the investigations and evaluations for animal shows all over the country as well as the "beef"...lol.
You would be amazed at the acutal animals they are "regulated" to do evals....hopefully soon, they will be able to do more.
No worries for me, my shows always got a great score! But, I just wanted to share the above.