THE BEST WAY KEEP ROACHES OUT OF CAT FOOD
Including air-tight storage containers,
Seal Things Up in the Home
Pipes, wires and doors.
Warnings
Avoid leaving out food overnight when roaches are most active, warns the University of Nebraska-Lincoln.
Feed Cats in Bug-Proof Bowls
Purchase a bug-deterrent bowl online or from your local pet supply store.
Some types of dishes have a special rounded lip that makes it difficult for bugs to climb into the dish itself and access the food inside.
Other types of dishes are raised up from the ground on little feet. This prevents insects such as roaches from climbing up the side of the dish from the bottom, according to the Alley Cat Allies website.
The moat area surrounding the inner dish prevents roaches from accessing the meals and causes them to drown in soapy water if they try, according to PetEducation.com.
Fill the space in between with water and several drops of dish soap.
Spread Cat-Safe Repellents Around
Roaches don't like cucumbers, which act as natural repellents, based on the University or college of Nevada Cooperative Extension. Cucumbers are considered nontoxic to cats, according to the American Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals.
Warnings
So keep them away from her food dish.
Store Food Properly
When storing dry cat kibble, recommends the New York City Department of Health and Mental Hygiene. Not only will these types of containers keep the pests out, but they will keep your cat's food fresh.
When it comes to canned cat food, place opened canned food in the refrigerator to prevent it from spoiling and to keep bugs such as roaches away.
