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Material Quality

Food Grade. Not Food Safe.
There's a difference.

"Food safe" is the minimum legal standard. Food grade is what your cat's bowl should actually be made from — the same standard used in human dinnerware and professional kitchens.

Ceramic Option
Food Grade Ceramic
Black Glossy · White Matte Cream
0
Bacterial Buildup
Scratch Resistant
175
ml Capacity
Non-porous — nothing survives between feedings
Feline chin acne eliminated
Dishwasher safe · Microwave safe
Ø 5.7" / 14.5 cm · Depth 1.6" / 4 cm
Stainless Steel Option
304 Food Grade Steel
The grade used in professional kitchens and surgical equipment
304
Steel Grade
0
Rust · Toxins
175
ml Capacity
Rust-proof · Scratch-resistant
Zero toxic off-gassing
Dishwasher safe
Ø 5.1" / 13.0 cm · Depth 1.2" / 3 cm
❌ Avoid
Why Plastic Bowls Cause Feline Chin Acne
Plastic is porous. Every scratch from daily use traps bacteria in microscopic grooves between feedings. That bacteria transfers to your cat's chin at every meal. Feline chin acne — black spots under the chin — is caused almost exclusively by plastic bowl bacteria. It doesn't matter how often you wash it. The bacteria lives in the scratches you can't see.
304
Food Grade
Steel
0
Porous
Surface
175
ml Capacity
Both Options
2
Compatible
Terra Stations

Most cat bowls are made from porous plastic that traps bacteria in scratches you can't see. Food grade ceramic and 304 stainless steel eliminate this entirely. Nothing survives between feedings. Your cat eats from a clean bowl — every single time.

The Hidden Health Hazard

Your cat's chin acne
isn't a skin problem.
It's a bowl problem.

Plastic bowls are porous. Every scratch from daily use traps bacteria in microscopic grooves — bacteria your cat's chin touches at every meal. It doesn't matter how often you wash it. The bacteria lives where you can't see it, and transfers twice a day, every day.

  • Non-porous ceramic — zero bacterial buildup between feedings
  • 304 food grade steel — rust-proof, scratch-resistant, toxin-free
  • Dishwasher safe — genuinely clean, every time
  • Compatible with Terra Single™ and Terra Duo™

This isn't an upgrade. It's the bowl your cat should have had from day one.

Choose Your Bowl →
Terra Food Grade Bowl
Two Perspectives, One Truth

Where Architecture Meets Medicine

From Seoul Design Studio

"The Terra Duo embodies jeong'—a Korean concept of deep emotional connection. We designed it to be invisible architecture: elevated enough to honor your pet's dignity, minimal enough to disappear into your home's aesthetic. The New Zealand pine wasn't chosen randomly, it's the only wood that ages beautifully while maintaining structural integrity for daily use."

Ji-hye Park Industrial Designer Ji-hye Park signature
From Boston Veterinary Hospital

"Elevated feeders aren't just trendy, they're therapeutic. The Terra Duo's 9.4-inch elevation reduces strain on the cervical spine and esophagus, particularly critical for brachycephalic breeds and senior pets. What impresses me most is the non-toxic finish. Most wooden bowls off-gas for months. This is safe in 24 hours. That's the difference between decoration and medical-grade design."

Dr. Michael Chen DVM, DACVIM Dr. Michael Chen signature

What the Experts Say

Ji-hye Park
Ji-hye Park
Industrial Designer

"The Terra Duo embodies jeong'—a Korean concept of deep emotional connection. We designed it to be invisible architecture: elevated enough to honor your pet's dignity, minimal enough to disappear into your home's aesthetic. The New Zealand pine wasn't chosen randomly, it's the only wood that ages beautifully while maintaining structural integrity for daily use."

Dr. Michael Chen
Dr. Michael Chen
DVM, DACVIM

"Elevated feeders aren't just trendy, they're therapeutic. The Terra Duo's 9.4-inch elevation reduces strain on the cervical spine and esophagus, particularly critical for brachycephalic breeds and senior pets. What impresses me most is the non-toxic finish. Most wooden bowls off-gas for months. This is safe in 24 hours. That's the difference between decoration and medical-grade design."

Dr. James Park
Dr. James Park, PhD
Canine Nutritionist

"Elevated feeding isn't just about comfort, it's about nutrient absorption. The Terra Duo's 9.4-inch height promotes proper esophageal alignment, reducing digestive stress and improving meal efficiency. The food-grade ceramic bowls are non-porous, eliminating bacterial retention between feedings. It's nutrition science built into every meal."

Thomas Wright
Thomas Wright
Master Woodworker

"Grade AA Radiata Pine is the gold standard, zero knots, perfect grain consistency. Most manufacturers use Grade B to cut costs. Coolify's insistence on Grade AA means every piece ages uniformly, developing a honey patina over years while maintaining structural integrity. It's craftsmanship that respects the material's natural character."