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  • Ordered from The Water Dish for the first time. Delivery was fast, prices competitive and the $5 voucher, loyalty card and free samples were a nice touch. I'll use The Water Dish again!


    - Sunita, Fort Gardens

  • Attentive service and reasonable price... Once, I ordered a bag 35L of Breeder Celect cat litter and was told there was no stock and only left with smaller sizes instead. However, The Water Dish was so kind and helpful to offer to pack the smaller size into 35L for me and I was extremely grateful. They are also patient and offer opinions for new product purchase. I am delighted my cats can count on them... and I highly recommend The Water Dish!


    - Carmen, Choa Chu Kang

  • Excellent personalised service, always get it right when I ask for repacking. Thank you!


    - Avis, Tampines Ave 5

  • Service impeccable! Products nicely packed and delivered right on time! The Water Dish is wonderfully patient and willing to go the extra mile. Thank You!


    - Abelyn, Jalan Kechot

  • Thanks to The Water Dish, we no longer need to shop for Marley's stuff anywhere else. On top of a wide range of products, we're particularly impressed by the quality of service. With prompt responses, timely delivery bundled with a great loyalty program, The Water Dish is our one-stop destination!


    Thanks for always being warm, informative and friendly when tending to our enquiries. Expect to hear from us again!


    - Grace & Glenn, Boon Keng Road

  • The service provided by is great! ...And your products are way cheaper than outside! One thing i like best about the company is the fact that it does not support the sale of pets. I strongly believe that there are way to many strays around in Singapore. So why buy pets? Adopt/rescue one to save lives. ... I believe sincerity is the best word to describe your co. Keep up the good work!


    - Paige, Buangkok Crescent

  • The Water Dish is just simply a great shopping experience! Prices are great! but could be better.. I'm loving the design for the web site and The Water Dish's brand logo. The shopping interface is great and really easy to use. Love the tips, advice and info. given on the blog!! The service was excellent and Maxine was extremely friendly and approachable. Great job guys.

    I'm sure to be shopping again with The Water Dish reeeal soon. All the best!


    - Haikel, Tampines Ave 9

  • I know The Water Dish through their kind intention to Ubi Kuching Project, sponsoring the poor kittens that are up for adoption. I was amazed at the reasonably priced stuffs and since then I've been a loyal pet lover of this site!

    It's easy to find online pet shops/pet shops but it's never easy to find passionate pets lovers like they are, and deliveries are very prompt! Owners are very nice and willing to answer enquiries about their products. Thanks, The Water Dish, for all the punctual deliveries!


    - Yang, Silat Ave

  • Just wanted to say THANK YOU SO MUCH for your amazing service, speedy delivery, informative emails and overall friendliness and warmth to customers and kitties alike! YOU ROCK! Can't wait to place my next order - and I'm sure my cats will say the same!


    - Melissa, Joo Chiat Place

  • Ubi Kuching Project was approached by The Water Dish to sponsor us pet food and supplies for our rescue work, and we have really been blessed by them! Their offering to us of OTC veterinary supplies at charity rates have also helped the rehabilitating animals a lot. We love the fact that both Branden and Maxine get involved in our work hands-on and are truly and integrally committed to the cause of animal rescue and adoption.


    - Elaine, Ubi Kuching Project

  • Ordering from them is a rewarding experience for us as pet owners. Their generosity with food samples helped us try out new brands is the first we have seen of online pet stores. Their loyalty cards and cash vouchers have made their already very competitive prices even lower, benefiting our darling cats. Our favourite purchase is Taste of the Wild feline, a brand that is hard to find, and is retailed at the lowest price in Singapore at The Water Dish. For any product not found on their website, we contact them and they obtain and supply it to us.

     


    - Elaine, Ubi Ave 1

  • Awesome products ...at great prices ...at my convenience! :)

     


    -Latifah, Bedok North Ave 4

  • I was impressed with the design of the website, and selection of items for different pets can be easily navigated. The confirmation received via email was a brillant idea, it gives online customers a peace of mind - which to me is very important for online transactions.
    I was also glad of the evening delivery service which cater to most of the working families. TheWaterDish was accommodating to my late schedule and the guy who made the delivery actually waited at my void deck for my return! Thank you so much. You will definitely see me patronising again :)

     

    -Wyendi, Jalan Tenteram

  • As a new customer, I am impressed with the friendly and efficient service. The website is colourful and easy to navigate. There are numerous choices with regard to dog foods, especially as I have two picky eaters. The price point is much more competitive than my local pet store who takes 3-4 days to deliver!

     

    -Happy customer

    Olive Whittaker, Mountbatten Road

  • I'm really happy with my experience at The Water Dish. The people and TWD are always prompt in their replies and deliveries (unlike other online stores I've tried) and even provide advice for some of the problems my cats have, giving a very nice personal touch. Whenever I purchase from TWD, I know I'm also helping a good cause, because of all the sponsorship they are giving Love Kuching Project. It's heartening and rare to find a pet supplies store so actively engaged in helping the poor furkids out on the street. :)

     

    -Yingzhi, Toh Yi Drive

  • Thank you for the great service. Me and my fiance' were tactfully screening prices and came across The Water Dish. The layout itself made it stand out. Pity , we didnt see it earlier! We realised that the pricing on your website was great for the Revolution but slightly more for the litter and to my suprise, Maxine lowered it for us to match the other website. Having already paid $300+ odd for Revolution from another online vendor (rhymes with Ring Mat), i immediately cancelled my order and placed it with The Water Dish. Great service. No gimmicks and friendly people.Thanks again.

     

    -From Dilip, Maureen, Kayla , Kallan , Ariel , Bosky and Lilo, Woodlands Dr 70

  • I love  ordering from The Water Dish as the service is fast and prompt, the people are friendly and they carry the products that are hard to find at other pet shops. I just hope that they have more choices like cat tree and scratching post and grooming services for cats so that i do not need to find other sources and use The Water Dish services for all my cat needs. Well done and keep up the good work!!!

     

    -Sharina, Jurong West St 91

  • Responsible and prompt. Hardly disappoints. These are key ingredients so hard to find these days.

     

    -Kim Hai, Towner Road

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Knowing Your Branding

Choosing the best food for your pet

Everyone knows that you are what you eat. With more people checking the ingredient label behind every product they buy in today’s modern society, it is apparent that people are more health-conscious. After all, your diet affects your weight, your hair, your complexion and can cause or prevent illnesses. Our pets are no different from us, really. They too, need a good and healthy diet, complemented with exercise and mental stimulation.

That is why we, at the water dish, have come up with this special segment to help those who have problems switching brands, or don’t know what brand of food to buy for their new pet – with the vast array of food in today’s pet market, how do you know what’s best?

Keep in mind that pets are like us – your friend may be allergic to chicken, but it doesn’t mean that you are. Therefore, do not be hasty to determine what your pet is allergic to from hearsay.

Some factors to consider:

  • Your pet's age/life stage - make sure you choose a food that's nutritionally geared to your pet's age (kitten/puppy, adult, or senior). Some brands that do not carry food in life stages do not necessarily mean that it is bad for your pet – the ingredients are the most important. Check the label for ingredients and nutritional analysis before deciding.
  • Your pet's body condition - pets who are overweight or underweight need different nutrition than those who are not. Choose a food that fits your cat's needs, whether it's weight control, maintenance, or another formula.
  • Your pet's health history - if your pet has medical conditions such as diabetes, allergies, cancer, or digestive difficulties, you'll need to choose a food that is appropriate for that condition.
  • Your budget - simply put, feed your cat the best food you can afford. Generally, the more you spend, the better-quality, healthier food you'll feed your pet.

Consider Your Pet's Preferences

Pets are individuals, just like people. They have their own special nutritional needs and definite preferences - some like chicken, some like fish. Some cats/dogs like canned food, some like dry food, and some like a combination of the two. Some hamsters/rabbits like fresh vegetables, some like pellets and some love fruit treats. Keep in mind that no one food is best for every pet.

You could feed a brand of very well-formulated food, for example, to a group of cats and find that most of them do great on it, some do marginally well, and a few may actually get sick from it due to food intolerances or other medical problems. Luckily, today's market offers many well-formulated cat foods for cats at all life stages, and its fine to try several to determine which one works best for your cat. Of course, this applies to dogs and little pets too.

Look Closely at Ingredients

I can’t stress this any more than I already have. When you're shopping for a healthy food for your cat, the ingredient list on the back of the bag is a good place to start. By law, pet food labels must list their ingredients in order by weight.

Look for dog foods with meat, fish, or eggs listed as the first ingredient. These are very digestible, and if they are listed as the first ingredient, you can assume the food offers a good-quality protein source, and includes several valuable, usable amino acids. Cats of all ages need high levels of protein in their diet. They also need certain amino acids such as taurine and arginine, and fatty acids such as arachidonic acid and linoleic acid. Cats require a preformed Vitamin A, which is present only in foods of animal origin, and may be listed in cat foods as retinyl palmitate or acetate.

Look for a food formulated specifically for cats and check to make sure that it lists a high-quality protein source such as meat, fish, or egg as the first ingredient. These proteins are more digestible and complete than those of vegetables.

If you are switching to a new food, be sure to allow ample time for your pet to adjust to it. Feed small amounts at a time, mixed in with the old food to allow your pet to adjust to the taste.

Categories of Pet Foods

When searching for your cat's next food, keep in mind that pet food is now available in three major categories: "grocery store" foods, premium foods, and healthy foods.

  • "Grocery store" foods - those found in grocery stores and mass-market retailers - are typically made with lower-quality, less-digestible, inexpensive ingredients and, therefore, are a cheaper alternative. While easy on the pocketbook, "grocery store" foods normally do not provide your cat with the healthiest, most nutrient-dense ingredients.
  • Premium foods - often found in grocery stores, pet stores, and veterinarian offices - contain higher-grade ingredients, but may still include some elements of "grocery store" food, such as artificial colors, artificial flavors, and chemical preservatives. Premium foods are usually more expensive than "grocery store" foods because their ingredients are of a higher quality.
  • Healthy foods - the newest addition to the pet food market - provide pets with the highest quality, healthiest, and most nutritious ingredients. Foods in the Healthy class contain nutrient-rich ingredients.

    Formulated to provide optimum health benefits for pets, these foods often use real meat as the primary protein source, whole, fresh fruits and vegetables, and fiber-rich whole grains like brown rice and barley. They should not contain artificial preservatives, flavors, or colors. They will almost always be fortified with additional vitamins and minerals, and will use the best natural sources for fatty acids to support the immune system and help build healthy skin and a beautiful coat. Because healthy foods use high quality ingredients, you should expect to pay a little more than you would for other types of pet food. Remember, though, with healthy foods you can often feed less since healthy foods are usually more nutrient-dense than other types of food.

Check Your Pet's Health After a Month

After you've done all you can to make sure a food is healthy and beneficial, take a look at your pet after feeding the food for at least a month. Bright eyes, a shiny coat, and a healthy energy level will let you know you've chosen a good source for your cat's nutrition. If you need assistance selecting a food for your pet, we will be more than willing to help. Send in your questions to enquiries@thewaterdish.com.sg

We will be writing up about the brands we carry so that you, the consumer, know exactly what goes into your pet’s stomach! You deserve to make an informed decision.

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