![]() Now that we covered the basics of choosing the right materials and print settings, we can proceed further. Take a look at the collection, there are some great models to print and perhaps even to draw some inspiration from for your own designs. We took some time to create a collection of several models that we find interesting and useful: hamster and (captive) birdhouses, various food dispensers, poop bag boxes etc. water could leak into the model through gaps, where it could stay for prolonged periods of time, causing a bad odor and other unwanted effects. This is especially important for various food or drinking bowls e.g. It’s also a good idea to print the models with 100% infill or fill the inside with epoxy resin. Try to avoid models that contain complex shapes, your print should be easily washable and must not present a choking hazard or any other danger to the intended user. This is even more important for rodents and other animals who wouldn’t hesitate to turn your print into a snack. You also, don’t expose animals to toxic materials (like those containing styrene), so ABS and ASA are out, use PLA, PETG, or other food-safe materials instead. A bad-smelling food bowl from these microorganisms may not be a big deal but in the worse case, your pet may become sick. Generally speaking, untreated 3D-printed objects have small gaps between the layers, where bacteria can accumulate. You should carefully consider what you provide them with to keep them safe, we’ve already gone through the basics in our Food-safe 3d prints article. Our pets (and outdoor animals) are generally less picky than us when it comes to hygiene, therefore it must be you, who is responsible. ![]() Let’s check out a couple of really nice and useful designs we’ll also tell you how to make them not just good-looking, but also functional and safe! However, before you start printing or even modeling, it’s good to stop for a second and think about the safety and functionality of the model. It’s great to see that there are many makers around the world, who realize this and are creating designs to help other creatures, simply take a look at the Pets category at where you can find plenty of examples. Of course, the use of 3D printing doesn’t have to stop in your living rooms, there are many models available to help our woodland friends too. Do you like animals? We do! That’s why we’re always happy to see creative models that make the lives of our pets happier.
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