Silicone Cat Bowls
Our silicone cat bowls were designed with real cats and real routines in mind.
Our silicone cat bowls started at home with Six and Seven, our two rescue cats, long before 6.7 became a thing. These feisty siblings have shared countless meals, routines, and early mornings with us, and over the years they showed us exactly what mattered in a cat bowl. They became the inspiration behind the Original Six Seven Cat Bowl and many of the thoughtful design choices we still carry into Houndstone today.
A cat bowl should be gentle, stable, and easy to live with. Ours are made from BPA-free, food-grade silicone that is flexible, unbreakable, and thoughtfully shaped to help reduce whisker fatigue. Clean design meets practical function — supporting calm, consistent feeding in spaces where cats feel most at ease.
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The Original Six Seven Silicone Cat Bowl, Sky Blue
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The Original Six Seven Silicone Cat Bowl, Plum
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The Original Six Seven Silicone Cat Bowl, Mauve
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The Original Six Seven Silicone Cat Bowl, Charcoal
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The Original Six Seven Silicone Cat Bowls, Slate Grey
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The Original Six Seven Silicone Cat Bowl, Marigold
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The Original Six Seven Silicone Cat Bowl, Rosewood
Choosing a bowl
Finding the Right Bowl for Your Cat
Living with Six and Seven taught us that cats can be wonderfully particular at mealtime. The right bowl should feel comfortable and suit your cat’s age, size, eating style, and individual preferences.
Kittens
Kittens generally do well with a small, shallow bowl that makes food easy to reach. A soft silicone rim and surface also feel gentler around developing teeth and sensitive gums than a hard ceramic or metal edge. And because silicone stays quiet, there is no loud clinking while a curious kitten learns their way around mealtime.
Adult Cats
A wide, shallow, whisker-friendly cat bowl gives sensitive whiskers more room and helps reduce unnecessary contact with the sides of the dish. For many adult cats, this simple shape supports a more comfortable way to eat.
Senior Cats
As cats get older, a little extra comfort can make a big difference. A slightly raised cat bowl can reduce how far they need to lower their head and neck during meals. For cats with arthritis, joint stiffness, or mobility changes, our elevated cat bowl may offer a more comfortable way to eat.
Flat-Faced Breeds
Persians and other flat-faced breeds often do well with a wide, shallow cat bowl. Their shorter muzzles can make food in a deeper dish harder to reach comfortably. The open shape of our Original Six Seven Cat Bowl gives them more room to eat without having to reach into a deep bowl.
Multi-Cat Households
In a home with more than one cat, a little extra space can go a long way. Our non-slip silicone cat bowls help stay in place during mealtimes, especially when paired with one of our silicone pet feeding mats for added grip.
Buyer’s guide
How to Choose the Right Silicone Bowl for Your Cat
A few simple questions can help you find a bowl that feels right for your cat and home.
Shallow or Standard Depth?
For food, we prefer a wide, shallow cat bowl like our Original Six Seven Cat Bowl. The open shape gives whiskers more room and keeps food easy to reach. A deeper bowl can work well for water, while a shallower shape is often more comfortable for everyday meals.
Single Station or Multi-Cat Setup?
Our silicone cat bowls have a naturally non-slip base that helps them stay in place during meals. Pairing them with a silicone cat food mat adds even more grip through silicone-on-silicone contact. In homes with more than one cat, we also like giving each cat their own bowl and a little space to eat. Six and Seven taught us that even the closest siblings can appreciate having their own spot at dinner.
Do You Need a Silicone Mat Too?
A non-slip silicone cat bowl already helps create a steadier feeding station, but pairing it with a silicone feeding mat can make everyday meals even easier. The silicone-on-silicone contact adds grip, while the raised edge helps catch stray food and small water spills. For busy homes like ours, it is one of those small details that makes cleanup a little simpler.
What to Look for in the Material
Your cat eats and drinks from their bowl every day, so what it is made from matters. We look for high-quality, food-grade silicone designed for repeated contact with food and water. At Houndstone, we choose human-grade, food-grade silicone, the same type of material commonly used in baby products. Years of caring for our rescues and fosters shaped that decision. They are family, and we believe the things they use every day should be chosen with the same care.
Care & maintenance
Caring for Your Cat’s Silicone Bowl
Keeping your cat’s bowl clean should be simple. Non-porous silicone resists bacteria and odor buildup. We recommend washing food bowls daily with warm water and mild dish soap so they are fresh and ready for the next meal. If food has dried onto the bowl, simply let it soak in hot water for a minute or two to loosen the residue, then wash and rinse clean. We also recommend skipping rough or abrasive sponges to help keep the silicone surface looking and feeling its best. Our silicone cat bowls are also dishwasher safe, making cleanup especially easy on busy days. They are microwave safe as well, which can be useful for cats who prefer their food gently warmed.
Questions, answered
Silicone Cat Bowls: Frequently Asked Questions
Everything you might want to know before choosing a silicone bowl for your cat.
Are silicone bowls safe for cats?
Yes, when they are made from high-quality, food-grade silicone. Houndstone silicone cat bowls are made from food-grade silicone that is free from BPA, BPS, and phthalates. We chose the same type of material commonly used in baby products because our cats are family. What they eat and drink from every day matters to us, and we wanted their bowls to reflect the same level of care we bring to the rest of their routine.
Is whisker fatigue a real condition?
Cat whiskers are highly sensitive, and some cats prefer eating from dishes that allow their whiskers to remain clear of the sides of their food bowl. The term “whisker fatigue” is used to describe discomfort from repeated whisker contact with the sides of a bowl. For us, it really comes down to comfort. A wide, shallow cat bowl gives your cat more room around their face while they eat. That is one of the reasons we designed the Original Six Seven Cat Bowl the way we did, and we have heard from cat parents whose cats seem much happier with a more open bowl.
What bowl shape is best for cats?
For many cats, a wide, shallow bowl is a comfortable place to start. It keeps food easy to reach while giving whiskers and noses more space than a deep, narrow dish. Every cat has their own preferences, but we have found that a simple, open shape tends to make mealtime feel a little easier.
Can silicone bowls help with feline chin acne?
Feline chin acne can have several possible causes, and keeping your cat’s bowl clean is one simple part of good everyday care. Silicone has a smooth, non-porous surface that is easy to wash thoroughly, which helps make daily cleanup simple. We recommend washing food bowls every day. If food has dried onto your cat’s Houndstone bowl, a short soak in hot water helps loosen residue before washing, or you can place the bowl in the dishwasher. If you notice bumps, redness, swelling, or ongoing irritation around your cat’s chin, it is always best to check in with your veterinarian.
Will my cat chew or scratch a silicone bowl?
Most cats are much more interested in what is inside the bowl than the bowl itself. In the unlikely event that your cat likes to chew or gnaw at the rim, simply keep an eye on the bowl and replace it if you notice any damage. For especially curious cats, picking the bowl up after mealtime is an easy way to keep it in good shape.
Are silicone cat bowls dishwasher safe?
Yes. Houndstone silicone cat bowls are dishwasher safe, because the last thing a busy home needs is a complicated cleanup routine. They are also microwave safe, so you can gently warm your cat’s food when they like it that way. Six and Seven have definitely taught us that when it comes to mealtime, the little comforts matter.
Why are Houndstone bowls named after rescues and fosters?
Every Houndstone bowl begins with an animal who has shared our home. Six and Seven inspired our cat bowl collection through years of meals, sibling disagreements, noisy dishes, messy food, and very strong opinions about breakfast. Naming our bowls after the rescues and fosters who inspired them is our way of honoring them and carrying a little piece of their story into every design. They taught us so much about what makes everyday life with our fur family better. We simply listened.
The bottom line
A Bowl Your Cat Will Actually Use
“Our rescue cats, Six and Seven, have filled our home with personality, daily routines, and more early morning wake-up calls than we would like to count. We designed our cat bowls around what made mealtime better for them: food-grade silicone, easy cleanup, a wide, shallow shape for sensitive whiskers, and no noisy clinking during the 6 a.m. breakfast shift. They inspired our cat bowl collection, and because they are family, we carry that same standard of care into everything we cat bowl design. ”