Rat dishes

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I bought my ratbabies some new fooddishes the other day. They're stoneware, and a lufferly purple colour. And I do love purple, but I'd love to liven them up a bit, and be able to tell the difference between the three dishes. Can anyone reccomend a safe paint to use on stoneware- with rodents and their health in mind? I don't think they'd chew the paint off exactly, but the brats astonish me every day with their destructiveness. Suggestions? I considered crossposting to ratties, but I've seen a few crafty rat owners in here.

Also! My dog has a metal bowl which I'd also love to spruce up. Is it possible?

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