what kind of drinking water?

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debheminger

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Hi, we just got our chins today and I have a question. What kind of water do we give them? I thought I read somewhere NOT to use spring water, but I can't find it. If not spring water - then what kind?

thanks,
 
you want to use filtered water, and with a filter that states it filters out giardia (a parasite). the Pur 3 filter is one that will do this.
 
She's right, the PUR water filter gets out all the bad stuff, the Brita isnt as comprehensive. I dont have a filter though, another option is I buy a gallon jug at the grocery store for less than a dollar. You have to read the labels carefully to make sure you pick one that is filtered by "reverse osmosis". They have sensitive systems and spring water or even 'purified' water could have bacteria that will make them sick.
 
The PUR filters will be your best bet. I just bought a picture/filter for $20 at Target. I believe each filter lasts for a month. At Walmart, they sell a 3-pack of the filters for $15 something. Its a pretty good deal.

When I travel, I've given bottled water. But its best to just load up a reusable water bottle with filtered water.
 
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