I've read past comments on how this bowl has a strong odor. Have recent purchasers found this to be true?
752762
Have had no smell whatsoever, even when brandy-new out of the packaging. There is good rubber along the bottom edge to keep them from slipping and there is not smell. Not cheap rubber. Stainless steel cannot have any smell and does not. Stinky cat food?!
752763
I saw similar comments, but I bought two of these bowls, washed them before the first use and there was no odour.
752764
Its stainless steel and i didnt notice any smell from it but i washed my kittens bowls every other day. Hope this helps. I would order them again
1559946
They did make improvements on the bowl. It is noticeably stronger than it used to be. That was a concern of mine as well. The removable plate doesn't seem to heat up in same amount of time the older model did. But the difference is minor. Being able to clean it properly is worth it. Haven't seen a bit of yellowing. I'm happy with mine. Hope this was helpful:)
2085542
There was a very slight odor the first it was used. I have been very satisfied with mine.
2152578
No, there should not be an odor. Something must be wrong with the particular item you purchased. I would send it back and ask for an exchange. I have never noticed any odor at all and I have used it for years. Good luck!
2207495
I've had mine for 2 years and no odor at all. I've cooked in mine and it never has retained any odors. This is a fantastic tent.
1829291
I have been using it a while and do not notice a strong "fishy" odor. I put at least 6-8 pumps each morning into my three goldens bowls.
609162
No. I vented it in the room that it is being used. I ran a flexible pipe above the sink to prevent overflow. I don't get any odor and it works well.
750667
I didn't notice any strong odors from ours. We put it in the car within a day of removing from the box. I wouldn't be concerned.
1909782
I haven't noticed that it has an exceptionally strong odor but of course smell is kind of subjective. It's always been an excellent product in my experience.
1466188
Yes it does have a strong odor; I wouldn't use it without proper ventilation.
1893795
I've had one for almost a year and haven't noticed any strange odor. However, you might want to check that the filter is installed properly. It can be very easy to accidentally put it in the wrong side up.
1671924
If you make a point to smell it, it still has that odor. But I don't notice it on a daily basis, nor do I notice it when I'm handling it for use. I bought mine in August to give you a sense of the wear on it. The odor has dissipated a little since I bought it, so I assume it will continue doing so over time.
2253083
No - there was no odor at all! I have ordered two of these on separate occasions and never had an issue with any type of odor.
1928456
hmmmm...If you are referring to specks in the bowl, I can't say that I have experienced this with my bowl. Maybe it's just the lighting.Can you share a picture of it?
843351
I've had mine for over a year and have never noticed any odor. It's incredibly functional, looks classy and I would recommend purchasing one. I used it as a printer stand/file cabinet.
1401713
There is a slight "something cooking" odor, more so when the unit is new. Mine is over one year old and I don't notice the odor any longer.
559933
I ended up returning my order for a different reason but remember reading that one customer did have a problem with a strong odor. There wasn't any problem with an odor with the one we received, or apparently for others since they aren't mentioning it. Maybe return yours and try again with another? That's the great thing (one of them) about Amazon!