slow feeder bowls are a great option for dogs that are known to eat their dog food too fast. the jw pet skid stop slow feed bowl is a standard slow feeder bowl that will prevent your dog from being able to gulp down their food. chewy even offers an elevated slow feeder bowl option, with the platinum pets olympic diner. this dog food bowl will not only help your dog to eat slower, but it also offers all the …

if you make a purchase through any of these links, we may make a small commission (at no additional cost to you). thank you for supporting this blog! do you have a dog that practically inhales their food at mealtimes? check out our top picks for the best dog food bowls for fast eaters below. whilst some dogs are more pre-disposed to this condition than others, left untreated bloat/gastric torsion can be fatal in a matter of hours. slow-feed dog …

the tray catches debris and water from the bowls and it uses a material that is safe for your puppy to chew on. the whole bowl is dishwasher safe, and it does include a rubber, non-slip base. the bowl is pricey, and it needs to be plugged in for the thermostatically controlled heater to work, but if you have a breed like a huskie that prefers to spend time outdoors, and you live in a cold environment, it is a …

tactile toys like crunchy water bottles, soft plush, and rubber teething toys give your dog a chance to experience new textures. just put an empty plastic water bottle inside a sock, then tightly tie the sock shut. i personally love “hide a treat” type puzzles (like #8) because they not only mentally stimulate but also engage your dog’s sense of smell. i have a dog with an incredibly high prey drive and destroying a plush toy helps alleviate some of …

whether you’ve had a dog for a day or a decade, you know the following to be true: first comes a bored dog, then comes trouble. and toys that require your dog to think will be effective for longer. but that statement doesn’t quite represent the full picture. physical exercise is great and necessary for a dog, but it’s only half of the equation. to that end, we’ve found the most mentally stimulating puzzles for dogs. try adding one of …