water softener/ safe drinking water?

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suzannehigbee
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water softener/ safe drinking water?

We just had our water softener fixed and I'm wondering if there is any health concerns associated with the dogs drinking that softened water? I've tried to look online and I read a couple articles how people with dietary concerns should install a bypass water source to the softener or use a purifier but for most people it's considered safe. I wonder though if it's safe for the dogs? We do have a filter on our fridge but it dispenses very slowly and takes about 15 minutes to fill Bailey's gallon drinking bowl. If I have to use that filter I'm looking at an hour each day to fill his outside/inside bowls 2x/day! Is it necessary? Any advice?