Is it possible? How long can canned food be reasonably left out at room temp? TIA!
Originally Posted by Willowy
It's not supposed to be left out long. You could probably get away with 2 hours. Now, to be honest, I put canned food out at night and take the dishes up in the morning, so theoretically it's out for many more hours. But I don't think the cats actually eat any more after 2 or 3 hours. It gets all dried out and gross looking. I give the leftovers to the dogs--who don't get sick. So maybe it's not even necessary to worry about how long it's out, health-wise. But it is true that very few cats are going to eat un-fresh wet food if they don't have to.
This is good to know, thanks!Originally Posted by Violet
I'm doing the same thing, have been since "the days of Noah". Never had a cat get sick from canned food left out longer than a couple of hours. Of course, the fact is, they are active at certain times of day, especially in the morning hours and then again in the evening. During the day they usually rest and sleep. So they eat when they have their active periods and then show little or no interest in whatever was left over.
Seconded! That's a really excellent suggestion. I too have been trying to figure out what to do for overnight trips since I can't give one of my cats any kibble.Originally Posted by Ritz
Great idea about freezing the food. I may try that. Thanks.