This may seem obvious, but no one mentions whether removing the water and food bowls every time you want to open the lid becomes annoying. Thoughts?
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We store extra treats & things that aren't used everyday. However, what I do find annoying is that the top is warping from my dog (boxer) who drinks very sloppy. Therefore, the top is starting to show from water damage. Should have spread a layer of polyurethane on the top to prevent this. Hope that helps ...
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I have two of these and I use one for the food and it is still a huge pain to get water and food every time. Also having 2 dogs and not being able to use an automatice water bowl is a huge drawback.
1746628
We use the tray for storage, but not daily access. It storage was used daily, it would be a real challenge with removing and replacing the bowls
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It is a bit annoying. But you should be removing the bowls and cleaning off the top of it at least once a day anyways because it is wood and you don't want it to get waterlogged. I wrote a review about this before, if you're going to put food in there make sure that it's in a container because the water will drop down from the bowls and the food will grow mold, just an f.y.i. Product is definitely aesthetically pleasing but a little maintenance is required.
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HI, It can be annoying. In our house, we keep cat food in the storage compartment, and our kitten delights in jumping into it when the bowls are briefly removed for filling! It's not a big annoyance, however, and the unit holds a fair amount of cat chow (or dog food), AND the elevated bowls do seem to make our dogs happier.
1188293
Pretty much. The biggest problem is cleaning the lid. I've given instructions on how to disassemble the lid mechanics to clean it. This is mostly a problem when using creamers and stuff.
757377
Yes, the lid is removeable, but if you're not going to use it, you might want to choose a different type of trash container. Perhaps if you purchase this one, you'll decide to use the lid after all. The opening is adequately large to enable inserting trash without a problem. The lid opens and closes on hinges at the back. You can leave it open as much of the time as you wish and still have the option to readily close it and secure it in the closed position.
1140364
No, the lid come off easily without removing the entire unit from the base. Works great!
971839
No, you just close the lid - only option you have. I am surprised that they still make this model. Regards, Butch.
1067371
I haven't noticed but I wasn't looking for it. I usually like to leave the lid attached but sometimes if I go too far it comes completely off. I will check if I remember next time and then update here.
57313
No. The only time that I had a problem with that was when I tripped and spilled it myself.. I like the bowl so much that I just bought another for the little Chi that I just adopted. Good luck and I hope that you like it as much as I have.Linda
1140365
Hi. I have one of these, and I can take the lid off of mine without removing it from the base.
1601798
I dont think it is normal, but i hear this particular item has this flaw compared to other models. I started to double check the rubber ring and the lid for any food debris left, and normally the leaking didnt happen. Hope you try that.
1525739
The silver bowls remove for cleaning, but they do not expose the storage compartment. The top half is removed for storage. It is easy to remove the top. I just remove the bowls and then remove the top half of the feeder. I hope this answers your questions.
486146
It is so annoying the water from the lid drains there every day. If you lift the lid for about thirty minutes, and allow water to drain from lid seems to help.
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I have had no problem with the lid coming off. If you snap it in place, it is very secure. Even the squirrels haven't been able to take the lid off.
1630977
No, they're wrong. The plastic knob (the lid handle) holding the lid is secured by a screw and washer. Just the screw and washer are exposed on the inside of the lid. There is an air vent hole in the lid about big enough for a pencil to poke through. That air vent hole has a rubbery insert that goes through the lid top and bottom. Now, if that rubbery insert causes someone concern, they're just too paranoid. (It could even be removed by pulling it out.) I think it's great. I've just been using it a few weeks though.
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That is a problem. However it would be not easy to lift the lid and dispose the trash with working hands in the kitchen. Preparing food need clean hands. The industry has to design a trash can under the sink that automatically open when you pull out the can. we have to change the bags very often to prevent
1198811
We didn't have any issues with the top closing either. You just shouldn't open the whole system (to take out the diapers) while the lid is open.
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I have Ben using them to freeze meals for quite some time. I think they do very well. I put them directly into the microwave to heat. However, I have found it is better to remove the lid. The microwave seems to shrink the lid and the next time I try to use the lid it is very hard to put it on the bowl. I enjoy eating from the glass bowl rather than plastic.
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Yes. I just tried, and if the little black ends of the lid hinges are pushed, the top stays open! Hey! I didn't even know that! Glad you asked.