Food Bowl Dogs

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Different Types of Food Bowls for Dogs

Most dogs love to eat and some love it too much. A dog bowl is one of the most basic types of dog supplies you need for your canine friend, along with collars, leashes and toys. It's important to get the right kind of dish for your dog, whether it needs a standard bowl to hold food or something more elaborate, like a timed feeder or a dish to slow down fast eating.

Elevated

The elevated bowls will help improve comfort, reduce stress and cumulative joint damage for large dogs. Raised feeders are also great for dogs recovering from surgery or dogs with three legs. Raised feeders also offer some protection against tipping the bowls and spilling the food and water. Enthusiastic eaters and dogs that like to play with their dishes have a harder time knocking them over when they're placed firmly in an elevated holder

Dog Height and Feeder Height Suggestions:

8’ to 11’ – 4”
12’ to 15’ – 6”
19’ to 19’ – 12”
20’ or Higher – 14”

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Some dogs gulp down their food too quickly, potentially causing bloat. Dogs that eat too fast are more likely to be overweight and have an increased choking risk. You can buy several different types of dog bowls that slow down your canine's eating. They come in various types, but all of these bowls rely on the same basic method. They incorporate a design that makes it harder for your dog to get to the food. The obstructions force your pet to work around them to reach the food. The trick is to physically slow down the canine so he has to work harder for his meal rather than simply inhaling

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