This is also a great way to regulate their body temperature in the hot summer months. Lick mats are even more effective when you freeze your dog's food on the mat ahead of time. It also comes in two sizes, but we'd recommend the larger size for most dogs. This one is dishwasher safe, an absolute game changer and must have when it comes to lick mats. We love the included spatula so pet owners don't have to worry about getting any messy food on their hands. This lick mat comes with different textured patterns that-you guessed it-force dogs to lick every last bit of their food up instead of gulping it down. But may pet parents might find it difficult to use a traditional slow feeder bowl or a puzzle for wet food, which is where a lick mat comes in. Swallowing too much air is still a huge possibility for dogs who scarf down their wet food, so a slow feeder is still the best option. While you might have thought that not needing to chew would alleviate some of the risk of dogs eating too quickly, you couldn't be further from the truth. While that's probably plenty of space for most dogs for a single feeding, some pet parents might want more space so they don't need to refill after each mealtime. The only slight negative we found with this slow feeder is that it only holds two cups of food. By prolonging this feeding time, you're also tiring out your dog as they patiently await their next serving of food, so expect a long nap breakfast. If you're worried about the health risks associated with eating too quickly, then set this slow feeder to dispense small amounts of kibble every 3-5 minutes to force your dog to take a breather. 'The Gamma Nano Automated Feeder Dog Bowl is pre-scheduled to serve two cups twice per day, but pet parents can fully customize their pet’s meal schedule with up to six mealtimes and sizes to dispense daily,' Dr. Busy pet parents will love the flexibility this slow feeder gives them thanks to it automatic dispersion system. If you're looking for a puzzle that's a bit larger, we love this one that also incorporates a traditional slow feeder bowl.įace it: we all have days when making sure the dog is properly fed might be on the lower end of our to-do list. While this puzzle is suitable for small-medium/large dogs, dogs who eat more than 1.25 cups per serving may need two rounds of this puzzle to get all their food. And after multiple uses, our tester pup still had to work through opening each box-he didn't remember straight away. It's simple enough for dogs not used to enrichment toys to get but provides enough of a challenge for pups that regularly have enrichment play.

We found this enrichment puzzle to be a great novice-style activity. Each box opens a different way, so your pup will definitely take a few seconds to minutes in between opening each one.

And since each box isn't super large, it's decently difficult for dogs to get more than a few pieces at a time. They have a great variety of toys with varying levels of difficulty and storage space for food, but this gift-box puzzle is at the top of our list when it comes to feeding time.Įach of the four 'presents' can hold about 1/4-1/3 cup of food each, so we could easily get a whole meal's worth in the puzzle for a medium-sized dog. You might be familiar with Brightkins thanks to their kid's toys, but the brand recently ventured into the world of dog enrichment toys and have quickly climbed to the top of our list of favorite puzzle feeders. However, most reviewers mention how easy it is to clean with just a quick rinse in the sink. So, you might want to take that into consideration before buying. While we would assume this insert is dishwasher-safe because it is silicone, the product doesn't specifically list it as being so. Another feature pet parents will love? The soft silicone is bendable, so if you had concerns about your pup's snout getting hurt on the hard ridges of other bowls, then this is the perfect option for you. This insert is also compatible with both wet and dry food. The size is customizable-the dividers have cut lines in case you need to trim the insert a bit to fit your bowl. It also utilizes both dividers and ridges to slow dogs down at feeding time. The bottom of this insert has 38 suction cups to properly attach to most dog bowls securely, so your pup can't just take it out. Not looking to replace your dog's entire bowl, either for budget or aesthetic reasons? Then no worries, because there's still a perfect slow feeder out there for you: this silicone insert.

Ceramic dog slow feeder