An elevated dog food bowl allows your pet to eat without needing to bend their neck down toward the floor, thus helping reduce mess from spilled food or water.
Additionally, slow eating promotes healthier eating posture. Fast eaters gulp down their food too quickly and swallow air while chewing, leading to stomach upset.
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Easy to Fill and Empty
Certain elevated bowls feature an innovative design that makes pouring food in easier. Plus, they come equipped with spill-proof bottoms for less messiness! With sizes that suit small to large dogs.
Elevated dog feeders are often utilized by older or injured pets as a way of alleviating back strain by elevating food and water bowls off of the ground, as well as helping alleviate neck pain caused by arthritis or spinal conditions in their furry companion.
Elevated bowls are an effective solution for dogs who gulp down food and water too quickly, as it makes swallowing harder for them. Plus, many elevated feeding stations come equipped with stands that make it less likely your dog will scoot the bowl around with his or her nose! This can especially beneficial when dealing with large breeds who tend to consume their meals faster, possibly increasing the risk of GDV.
Less Messy
Traditional bowls for dogs located on the floor require them to bend over and reach for their food, which may be particularly troublesome for senior animals with arthritis or spinal problems. Elevated large dog bowls allow dogs to eat while standing, making it easier for them to digest their meals and beverages.
Raised sides on elevated dog food bowls help contain food and drool for easier cleanup. If your pup tends to dribble water out after drinking, look for stands with reservoirs to capture any spilled fluid and prevent it from spilling across your kitchen floor.
Some stands are constructed with materials that resist sliding, which makes it more challenging for your pup to move their bowl around during mealtime. Other feeders come equipped with weighted bases or design features to increase stability – further decreasing their chance of knocking over their bowl!
Reduces the Risk of Bloat
Raised dog bowls were initially touted as an effective solution to help combat bloat (also known as gastric dilatation volvulus or twist stomach). This condition arises when food and gas build up inside of the stomach, causing it to twist out of control, restricting entry and exit points for both food and gas to exit through.
Fast-eating dogs are particularly prone to digestive issues as they often gulp air while eating, leading them to vomit or gag more often than necessary. An elevated dog bowl may help slow this behavior by making swallowing food more challenging for the pet.
Though elevated bowls have some evidence suggesting they increase bloat risk in specific breeds, make sure you consult with your veterinarian first before considering this solution for your pet.
Easy to Clean
Raised food bowls for dogs make cleaning much simpler. Dogs who tend to knock over bowls on the ground might prefer this alternative as it helps prevent accidental spillage of their food and make cleanup much simpler.
Elevated dog food bowls are often designed to look stylish and complement your home decor, making them a wonderful addition to any room in your house without standing out like an eyesore.
Your dog may eat more slowly when using an elevated dog food bowl as this allows for them to sit comfortably in a more ergonomic position and facilitate digestion. In addition, elevated bowls often come with stands that prevent them being knocked over or carried around by curious dogs who like paddling in their water as though it were their personal pool, saving time on cleaning up spills that otherwise might be scattered across your floor.
