4. Pet food
This one might spark debate, especially if you store an opened bag of dry dog food in an airtight container and enjoy keeping the pantry door closed without your pup begging for an extra meal.
However, even with a sealed container, pests can still sneak in, and the smell of kibble can linger, mixing with your human food. That’s why it’s best to store pet food in another area, like near the backdoor or in a mudroom. After all, pet food is one of the items that don’t belong in your pantry anyway, isn’t it?
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