Should I refrigerate opened wet pet food? How long is it safe?

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For How long is it safe to give your pet an opened canned or packed wet food? Should it be kept in the refrigerator even not said on the package. I kept it in a cool place & gave it to my pet. Did I do wrong ?! Pet's info: Cat | Himalayan | Female | unspayed | 2 months old | 6.6 lbs

Maria DVM · Accepted Answer

Anytime you open a wet food I would put the open portion in the fridge. I would recommend covering the food with either a lid (you can get them at the pet store) or plastic wrap. I usually throw all wet food away on the 4th day of it being open. If they don't like the cold food, you can heat in a little bit in he microwave. Just make sure it isn't too hot. I wouldn't worry about it one time if it was in a cool spot as long as Noushmc isn't having any vomiting or diarrhea. I hope this helps and thank you for using Petco Pet Education Center, formerly Petcoach!

Should I refrigerate opened wet pet food? How long is it safe?

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