Canned cat food is a popular choice for pet owners, as it is often convenient and easy to store. But one of the biggest questions that comes with canned cat food is – does it spoil in heat?
The answer is yes, canned cat food can spoil if left in hot temperatures for too long. This is because, just like any other canned product, the heat can speed up the process of bacteria growth inside the can. The cans also expand and contract with changes in temperature, which can cause the seals to break and escape vital vitamins and minerals.
In order to avoid spoiling, it’s important to keep your canned cat food stored in a cool place. Refrigeration or freezing are both recommended, if available.
If not, then make sure that your canned cat food isn’t exposed to direct sunlight or heat sources such as an oven or stove top. Additionally, make sure you check the expiration date before feeding it to your pet – if there is no expiration date on the label or can then you should discard after 6 months from opening.
It’s also important to remember that once opened, canned cat food should be served within two days and stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator until used up. Anything left over should be discarded immediately as bacteria may start growing quickly due to contact with moisture from saliva or water bowls.
Conclusion: Canned cat food can spoil when exposed to high temperatures for too long due to bacteria growth inside the can and expansion/contraction of the container. To avoid spoiling, make sure your canned cat food is stored in a cool place such as a refrigerator or freezer – if not available then keep away from direct sunlight and heat sources such as an oven or stove top – and check expiration dates before feeding pets. Additionally, once opened serve within two days and store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator until used up – discard anything left over immediately as bacteria may start growing quickly due to contact with moisture from saliva or water bowls.