Moderna Gusto, 200 ml is a coral-coloured all-purpose bowl for cats and toy dog breeds that can be used for food or water. Its key feature is an ergonomic shape with rounded inner edges: food doesn't get pushed into the corners, so your pet can finish the whole portion. It's made of non-toxic, food-grade, BPA-free plastic that has no smell of its own and doesn't absorb food odours. It works with dry and wet food and is dishwasher-safe. It measures 14.7×14.7×3.3 cm and holds 200 ml. A notch on the side makes it easy to pick up.
Why bowl shape matters
In a bowl with straight sides and sharp corners, food gets stuck at the edges and is hard to reach: the pet pushes the bowl around, spills food or leaves part of the portion. Rounded edges let the tongue and muzzle gather everything easily. Low sides suit cats that dislike their whiskers touching the bowl.
Key specs
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Type | food or water bowl |
| Volume | 200 ml |
| Dimensions | 14.7×14.7×3.3 cm |
| Material | food-grade, BPA-free plastic |
| Features | rounded inner edges, side notch for grip |
| Care | dishwasher-safe |
| Colour | coral |
| For | cats, toy dog breeds |
| Brand | Moderna |
Pros
- Rounded edges. Food doesn't get stuck in corners.
- BPA-free. Food-grade, non-toxic plastic.
- Doesn't absorb odours.
- For food and water. Dry or wet.
- Dishwasher-safe.
- Low sides. Comfortable for cats.
- A grip notch. Easy to pick up.
Cons
- Small capacity. Only for cats and toy dogs.
- Lightweight. An active pet may push it around.
- Plastic scratches. Replace it over time.
- Shallow for water. Needs topping up more often.
Which pets it suits
At 200 ml and 3.3 cm high, it suits cats, kittens and toy dogs such as Chihuahuas or Yorkies. According to the site's options, it also suits ferrets and rodents. A large dog would find it too small and needs a bigger, deeper bowl.
How to use it
Use it for dry or wet food, or for water. It's handy to have two identical bowls — one for food, one for water. If your pet pushes the bowl around while eating, put it on a rubber mat. Change water in a small bowl more often, especially in summer.
Where to put the bowl
Place the bowl somewhere quiet where nobody disturbs your pet while eating, and away from the litter box — cats dislike eating near their toilet. Keep water separate from food, and for cats even in a different spot: many cats drink more readily when water is away from their food. In a multi-pet home, each pet should have its own bowl.
How many bowls you need
It's handy to have at least two food bowls — one in use while the other is being washed — plus a separate one for water. Lightweight plastic bowls like the Gusto are inexpensive, so it's easy to keep spares and replace them once the plastic gets scratched.
Care
Wash the bowl after every wet meal and daily for dry food and water. It's dishwasher-safe. The plastic doesn't absorb food smells, but over time it gets scratched, and bacteria can linger in the scratches — then it's time to replace it.
Plastic, ceramic or metal
Plastic bowls are light, unbreakable and inexpensive. Ceramic ones are heavier and more stable; metal ones last the longest. For comparison, see the ceramic Trixie Oval Bowl 200 ml for flat-faced pets and the metal AnimAll Bowl Metal on a stand.
Other Moderna bowls
Moderna also makes double bowls, such as the Moderna Double Trendy Dinner for food and water side by side. All bowls are in the cat bowls section.
Who it suits
Owners of cats, kittens and toy dogs who want an inexpensive, lightweight bowl with a practical shape for food or water that's food-safe and easy to clean.
Verdict
The Moderna Gusto 200 ml is a shallow 14.7×14.7×3.3 cm bowl in BPA-free plastic with rounded inner edges, a grip notch and dishwasher-safe care. The downsides are that the small capacity suits only small pets, the light bowl can slide around, and the plastic scratches over time.
FAQ
What's the capacity?
200 ml.
What are the dimensions?
14.7×14.7×3.3 cm.
What is it made of?
Non-toxic, food-grade, BPA-free plastic.
Is it dishwasher-safe?
Yes.
Which pets is it for?
Cats and toy dog breeds.
Can it be used for water?
Yes, it's for food and water.
What colour is it?
Coral.
