What’s the point of having a dog if you can’t enjoy watching them while they play? Not only are they adorable, they’re also very therapeutic to watch. However, when playing with a toy, most dogs will start to nudge you to throw the toy for them or even bite you if you’re holding it.
Dog toys can be very expensive and most of them are chew toys, but you don’t necessarily have to buy the most expensive toys to satisfy your dog. Instead, you can look for dog toys that are durable and can withstand lots of chewing and playing.
If your dog loves to chew on their toys, you may have noticed that they tend to swallow the toy whole and then start to choke on it. This is a very common problem with most dog toys, but there are dog slow feeders on the market that can help prevent this.
In this article, we will go through our top picks of dog slow feeders.
Our Editor’s Best Dog Slow Feeders Reviews
SaleBestseller No. 1
Outward Hound Fun Feeder Slo Bowl, Slow Feeder Dog Bowl, Large/Regular, Turquoise
- SLOWS DOWN EATING UP TO 10X: Outward Hound uniquely designed Fun Feeder dog bowls feature meal-lengthening ridges to help slow down your dog’s eating time by 10X!
- AIDS IN PROPER DIGESTION: Common issues that arise in fast-eating dogs include bloating, regurgitation, and canine obesity. Our Fun Feeder Slo Bowls both challenge and engage your dog during mealtime while helping reduce overeating behavior.
- MADE WITH NON-SLIP BASE AND FOOD SAFE MATERIALS: Outward Hound's Fun Feeder Slo Bowl, slow feeder dog bowls are made to hold in both fun and food as your dog forages through the fun patterns with its non-slip base. Bowls are BPA, PVC, and phthalate free.
- DIET DIVERSITY: Fun Feeders are available in multiple sizes and ridge patterns. These bowls are great for dry, wet, or raw food diets. The Large/Regular holds up to 4 cups of dry kibble, the Medium/Mini holds 2 cups, and the Small/Tiny holds 3/4 cup.
- CLEANING MADE EASY: Fun Feeder dog bowls are top rack dishwasher safe. Less work for you means more pup playtime after!
$14.44
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Bestseller No. 2
![Keegud Slow Feeder Dog Bowls Insert [36 Octopus Suction Cups] Super Firm Eating Bowl [Cuttable] for Large Breed and Medium Size Compatible with Regular Elevated (Turbine)](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/415D3+CNKzL._SL160_.jpg)
Keegud Slow Feeder Dog Bowls Insert [36 Octopus Suction Cups] Super Firm Eating Bowl [Cuttable] for Large Breed and Medium Size Compatible with Regular Elevated (Turbine)
- 【Ordinary dog bowls become slow eaters in seconds】 - Just press to attach the Keegud slow feeder insert to the bottom of the dog bowl. The unique spiral blade and silicone nails design allows dogs to effectively slow down their eating; helping to reduce binge eating and reducing digestive disease in dogs.
- 【Safe and healthy】 - The Keegud slow feeder insert is made of food-grade silicone, which is safe and soft. Unlike hard plastic, it will not damage your dog's nose during eating.
- 【Strongest suction cup base】 - The 36 small suction cups on the bottom of the Keegud slow feeder dog bowls are as strong as an octopus and hold it firmly in the bottom of the dog bowl without adding water.
- 【Good practicality】 - Suitable for daily wet and dry food; best for dog bowls with a bottom diameter of 7-5.5"（opening of 8.5-5.5 Inches） and can be cut to fit a minimum of 4.7" dog bowls.
- 【Easy to clean】 - No complicated and variable compartments, so Keegud dog slow feeder allows you to easily remove food residue whether by hand washing or machine washing.
$8.49
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Bestseller No. 3
Outward Hound Fun Feeder Slo Bowl, Slow Feeder Dog Bowl, Medium/Mini, Turquoise
- SLOWS DOWN EATING UP TO 10X: Outward Hound uniquely designed Fun Feeder dog bowls feature meal-lengthening ridges to help slow down your dog’s eating time by 10X!
- AIDS IN PROPER DIGESTION: Common issues that arise in fast-eating dogs include bloating, regurgitation, and canine obesity. Our Fun Feeder Slo Bowls both challenge and engage your dog during mealtime while helping reduce overeating behavior.
- MADE WITH NON-SLIP BASE AND FOOD SAFE MATERIALS: Outward Hound's Fun Feeder Slo Bowl, slow feeder dog bowls are made to hold in both fun and food as your dog forages through the fun patterns with its non-slip base. Bowls are BPA, PVC, and phthalate free.
- DIET DIVERSITY: Fun Feeders are available in multiple sizes and ridge patterns. These bowls are great for dry, wet, or raw food diets. The Large/Regular holds up to 4 cups of dry kibble, the Medium/Mini holds 2 cups, and the Small/Tiny holds 3/4 cup.
- CLEANING MADE EASY: Fun Feeder dog bowls are top rack dishwasher safe. Less work for you means more pup playtime after!
$6.53
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SaleBestseller No. 4
Gorilla Grip Slow Feeder Dog and Cat Bowls, Interactive Puzzle Toy for Dogs and Cats Food Training, Keeps Pets Busy and Prevents Puppy Overeating, Large, Small Breeds, 100% BPA Free, 2 Cup Gray
- DESIGNED TO SLOW DOWN EATING: the unique maze design inside the bowl effectively works to slow down the rate at which pets consumes their food, without discouraging them from eating; slower eating can help prevent bloating, discomfort, and improve your pet’s overall digestion
- ENGAGING DESIGN: custom design requires pets to navigate the built in features and obstacles to help keep your pet engaged in mealtime; pro tip, freeze treats in the bowl to create a fun puzzle for your pet to solve
- RUBBER BOTTOM: the slow feeder bowl’s nonslip, scratch resistant, rubber bottom curves around the entire base of the bowl, helping to keep it in place on your floors; eager eaters may slightly move bowl while eating, pair with the Gorilla Grip Pet Feeding Mat
- ALL FOOD TYPES: no matter what food your pet’s diet consists of, the bowl will work to help slow down their eating; the bowl can be used with wet food, dry food, fresh food, and even water or ice; no matter what type of food you use, the bowl is dishwasher safe for an easy clean; bowl is made from safe food grade materials
- A BOWL FOR ANY BREED: feed your pet the perfect portion every time; the slow feeder bowl comes in 4 convenient sizes; 1 cup, 2 cups, and 4 cups, so you can find the best capacity bowl for your pet; 2 cup capacity bowl measures 8.5in x 8.5in x 1.8in; consult with a vet or pet food producer to determine the ideal amount of food for your pet
$12.99
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SaleBestseller No. 5
YINEYA Slow Feeder Dog Bowls, Pet Supplies That Slow Down Eating, Pet Food Bowls, Maze Dog Puzzle Feeder for Medium Breed
- Slow Down Dog'S Eating: Are you still worried that your dogs wolf their food down causing bloat, choking and other health issues? YINEYA large slow feeder dog bowls large breed can replace the regular dog bowls large sized dog to prevent the dog from eating too fast. With unique maze design, our small dog slow feeder bowl small breed and slow feeder cat bowl can allow dogs to chew food more slowly and reduce digestive problems, enhancing oral sensation and the process of enjoying food
- Safe Raised Design: YINEYA always put the dog's safety first. Our dog bowl slow feeder large breed won't irritate your dog's skin and ensure safe eating experience, beause the smooth raised design of the slow feeder dog bowls small breed and slow eater bowl for dogs can avoid dogs' mouth, nose and tongue scratches. Moreover, this dog essentials design also allows dogs tongue to reach all of their food without getting stuck in the crevice
- Unbreakable Safe Material: Our dog bowls that slow down eating are made of high quality food grade PP polypropylene material which is non-toxic and recyclable. Compared to ceramic slow feeder dog bowls that break easily, this dog slow feeder bowls large breed and pet supplies are more safe and durable as they are hard to damage. Your dog is totally free to enjoy the food healthily and happily by using YINEYA dog bowls slow feeder
- Non-Slip Rubber Pads: Since slip rubber pads make this slow dog feeder bowl more stable, our dog puppy slow feeder bowl ensures that your dogs can enjoy their food without making a mess. In addition, the non-slip rubber pad of the puzzle dog food bowl not only prevents the slow eating dog bowl large breed from moving during the dog's meal, but also avoids damage to the floor or carpet
- Easy To Clean: Cleaning dog puzzle bowl is no longer a problem! Compared to other dog puzzle bowl for dogs large, YINEYA dog dishes to slow down eating are unlikely to hide dirt as the maze is of moderate width. And these dog supplies are fairly easy to clean by hand or in the dishwasher. Whether it's dry or wet food, you can wash the large dog slow feeder bowl and slow feed dog bowl extra large with warm water and detergent quickly
$6.99
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SaleBestseller No. 6
MateeyLife Slow Feeder Dog Bowls 2PCS, Anti-Choking Puzzle Dog Food Bowls, Anti-Slip Interactive Feeding Slow Down Eating, Bloat Stop Maze Dishes for All Breeds Pets
- Slow Down Mealtime Up To 10x: Puzzle dog food bowls slow feeder and maze dog food bowl puzzle designed with ridges and maze patterns contributes to your puppy eating slower than 10 times, especially for those likely to gobble up. Slow feeder dog bowls large breed assist the pets in digesting food better, which lets your pets form a healthy habit of eating slowly and chewing slowly. Slow feeding dog bowl large breed and dog bowls large sized dog are suitable for small medium large breed pets
- Reduce Anxiety & Improve Digestion: Dog bowls for small dogs and slower feeder dog bowl for fast eaters protect against dietary problems in all their forms, including indigestion, bloating, choking, and canine obesity. This dog bowl slow feeder large breed entertains your dogs and immerses them in mealtime longer, helping reduce overeating behavior. Once intestinal diseases can be improved, a small dog slow feeder bowl could be helpful for them to establish healthy eating habits
- Non-slip Base & Labyrinth Exploration: Non-slide base at the bottom of the slow eating dog bowl large breed effectively prevents movement when pets enjoy food. Puzzle feeders for dogs large are widened to stop them from being overturned by pets, resulting in food scattering. The raised parts are low enough, and the gaps are wide for pets, stimulating your dog's tongue to enter the dog slow feeder bowl to get the food, adding fun at mealtime and being more challenging
- Food Diversity & Safe Material: Dog dishes to slow down eating applies to dry, wet, and raw food diets. This cat slow feeder dry food and puppy slow feeder bowl can hold up to 2 cups of kibbles. Large dog slow feeder bowl is made of PP polypropylene material which is food-safe and non-toxic so that your puppies can feel free to use it. These small slow feeder dog bowls are durable, stand wear and tear, not easy to damage, so your lovely pups could regale on their meal safely
- Easy To Clean: Our slow feed dog bowls for large dogs, slow feeder cat bowl dry food and dog bowls that slow down eating are top-rack dishwasher safe, or another choice for you is to simply spray with warm, soapy water and rinse! The less workload you have on the puppy food bowl, the more playtime you can spend with your puppy! Slow dog feeder bowl and slow feeder dog bowls small breed is an interactive dog feeder for large dogs for your pets, as well as a good helper to ease your workload
$8.99
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Bestseller No. 7
Slow Feeder Dog Bowl - 1.5 Cups Ceramic Puzzle Feeder for Small & Medium Breeds, Maze Design Bowl for Puppy & Fast Eaters, White Pet Dish to Control Eating Speed
- Ceramic Material, Keep Away From Black Jaws：The veterinarian recommends using a ceramic bowl for your dogs. According to investigations, plastic bowls are easy to hide dirt and cause black jaws. If you love your dog, our ceramic slow food bowl will be your best choice. These dog feeder bowls are made from ceramic. Microwave safe, you can heat your dog's food at any time
- Premium Ceramic, Prevent Your Dog From Eating Plastic: We found that plastic slow food bowls are easily damaged by dogs, they will bite and eat by mistake. The surface of the plastic will also fall off during use, which is not conducive to a healthy diet for dogs. We use premium ceramic, not easy to damage and certified by Amazon Climate Pledge Friendly, so your dog could enjoy his food safely and healthily
- Easy Clean, Save More Time：The surface is smooth and very easy to clean. Whether you put it under the faucet for rinsing or in the dishwasher. Save more of your time on cleaning and go and spend it with your furry friends
- Non-slip, Say Goodbye To The Messy Floor：These ceramic dog bowls are heavy enough(about 1.4kg) and non-slip base so that the dog cannot move easily while eating. Whether your dog has a diet of dry, wet, or raw food, these non-slip bowls will do the trick
- Slow Down Eating, Bring Dog A Healthy Diet：Fast-eating dogs experience bloat, regurgitation, and obesity easily. Our slow feeder dog bowl design with the ridges and maze pattern helps your dog to eat slower than 11 times. Your dog could change his overeating behavior through a challenge and fun mealtime
$22.99
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SaleBestseller No. 8
UPSKY Slow Feeder Dog Food Bowl - Anti-Choking, Interactive Puzzle Bowl, Anti-Slip, Bloat Stop Maze for Small & Medium Dogs
- Slow Eating and Anti-Chocking: Our slow feeder bowl is a patented design. It can hold 1-2 cups of dog food, also depending on the size of the dog food. This slow feeder bowl can effectively slow down their eating speed to prevent choking, obesity and indigestion. Guiding your pets to form a slow eating diet.
- Bone Pattern Design: Bone patterns in the bowl are exquisitely designed and deeper, which can extend the pet's eating time, increasing the interaction and fun of the pet's eating process.
- Non-Slide Design: There are 6 non-slide mats at the bottom of the bowl to effectively reduce the slippage and damage to the floor when pets eat. The widened base to prevent the bowl from being overturned by pets.
- Easy to Use and Clean: The dog slow feeder is very easy to use and clean, can be rinsed with water or placed in the dishwasher, doesn't require you much time and effort.
- Using Qualified Material: The slow feeder bowl is made of high-quality PP material that is durable. Weight only 5.4 ounces of the bowl, very suitable for small and medium dogs.
$8.09
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SaleBestseller No. 9
Slow Feeder Dog Bowls Insert,Third Generation upgradedSuper Firm Eating Bowl（Cuttable） for Large Breed and Medium Small Size Compatible with Regular Elevated Metal Glass Dog Bowl (Gray)
- Advantage：Ordinary dog bowls become slow eaters in seconds- Just press to attach the XIAOZHIHUI slow feeder insert to the bottom of the dog bowl. The unique spiral blade and silicone nails design allows dogs to effectively slow down their eating; helping to reduce binge eating and reducing digestive disease in dogs，slow feeder dog bowls
- Safe and healthy：The XIAOZHIHUI slow feeder plugin is made of third-generation upgraded food grade 100% silicone, which is safe and soft. Unlike hard plastic, it does not damage a dog's nose when eating,Suitable for large and small to medium-sized dogs
- The strongest suction cup base: The 36 small suction cups at the bottom of the XIAOZHIHUI slow feeding dog bowl are as sturdy as octopuses, and this upgraded product has a suction hole in the middle, which is more sturdy than ordinary products. The chassis can be firmly fixed at the bottom of the dog bowl by pressing without adding water
- Good practicality： Slow Feeder Dog Bowls Insert，Suitable for daily wet and dry food; best for dog bowls with a bottom diameter of 7-5.5"（opening of 8.5-5.5 Inches） and can be cut to fit a minimum of 4.7" dog bowls，Very suitable for elevated dogs with slow feeding and slow feeding dog bowls. Suitable for different breeds of dogs，The slow feeding dog bowl and the insert of the slow feeding dog bowl can be used for slow feeding dog bowls made of different materials
- Easy To Clean & After-Sales Services: When the meal is done, simply take the dog food slow feeder bowl insert out of the dog slow feeders and rinse it. If there is any food residue, use a small brush to clean it off, or you can put it in the dishwasher. We offer hassle-free service for our insert of dog slow feeder bowl. Any questions, please feel free to contact us. We will try our best to help you
$6.95
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Bestseller No. 10
2PCS Licking Mat for Dogs with Suction Cups, Premium Lick Pad for Anxiety Relief, Slow Feeder Dog Bowls, Perfect for Bathing, Grooming and Training
- 【49 Super Suctions】: The back of this licking mat is equipped with 49 high-strength suction cups, which can be well fixed on various walls or glass, refrigerators. It is a good distraction toy for pet bathing grooming and dog nail trimming.
- 【Slow Feeder Mat for Dogs & Cats】: Four different textured surfaces design is prefect for spreadable treats, such as cream cheese, yoghurt, peanut butter and so on. It is a peanut butter lick mat for dogs to extend the feeding time and aid digestion. This lick mat is an ideal size for cats, puppies, small meduim and large dogs.
- 【Reduces anxiety, boredom and destructive behavior】: The lick pads help calm pets. It is a boredom buster for dog to suppress destructive behavio and relieves anxiety at home alone. This dog treat lick mat is great for stressful times such vet visits, bath time, nail clipping, injury recovery as well as thunderstorms and fireworks.
- 【Food grade silicone】 Premium food grade silicone material, very durable and tough, safe for your pets.
- 【Dish-Washer & Freezer safe 】: It is dish-washer safe, and can be hand-washed in warm soapy water; and it is also freezer safe.
$7.49
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Best Dog Slow Feeders Buying Guide
Before choosing the best dog slow feeder you should consider following options:
1. Size: Most slow feeders are available in two sizes: medium and large. If you want to feed two dogs at the same time, purchase a large-sized slow feeder.
2. Material: Most of the slow feeders in the market are made from steel and plastic. Choose the one made from a durable material.
3. Capacity: The capacity of a slow feeder depends on the diameter of the disk. As a thumb rule, the capacity is one pound of dry dog food for every inch of disk diameter.
Therefore, if you are purchasing a slow feeder with a diameter of 6 inches, it should hold up to six pounds of dog food.
4. Price: Slow feeders are available with different price tags. The price depends on the materials that are used and the capacity.
What else you should know about dog slow feeders
1. What are the best dog slow feeders on the market?
Some popular dog slow feeders include the Kong Classic Dog Toy, the Outward Hound Fun Feeder, and the PetSafe Healthy Pet Simply Feed Automatic Feeder.
2. What are the benefits of using a dog slow feeder?
The benefits of using a dog slow feeder include reducing the risk of bloat, promoting healthy eating habits, and slowing down the eating process. Slow feeders can also help dogs with anxiety or who are easily excited.
3. How do you choose the right size slow feeder for your dog?
There is no definitive answer to this question, as the right size slow feeder for your dog will depend on the size and appetite of your dog. However, as a general rule of thumb, you should choose a slow feeder that is large enough to hold at least two cups of your dog’s food, and that has a slow-feeding opening that is appropriate for your dog’s size.
4. How do you use a dog slow feeder?
A dog slow feeder can be used to help a dog eat their food more slowly. This can be helpful for dogs who eat too quickly or who tend to vomit after eating.
5. What are some common mistakes people make when using slow feeders for their dogs?
Some common mistakes people make when using slow feeders for their dogs include overloading the feeder, not cleaning the feeder regularly, and not using the correct size feeder for their dog.
Conclusion
On the market, there are numerous best dog slow feeders. Hopefully, the list of the top ten best dog slow feeders will save you time researching and deciding on the best one for you.