Is stainless steel or ceramic better for dog bowls?

Specialist-subreddit consensus on r/dogs leans toward stainless steel as the most hygienic and durable choice: it doesn't scratch, resists bacteria, and is dishwasher-safe, though lighter bowls slide unless they have a rubber base. Ceramic fans counter that the added weight keeps the bowl in place and that quality glaze resists odor absorption, with fragility being the main trade-off.