{"id":119775,"date":"2022-06-07T04:55:06","date_gmt":"2022-06-07T04:55:06","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/how-can-i-make-my-dog-eat-slower-in-a-bowl\/"},"modified":"2022-06-07T04:55:06","modified_gmt":"2022-06-07T04:55:06","slug":"how-can-i-make-my-dog-eat-slower-in-a-bowl","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/how-can-i-make-my-dog-eat-slower-in-a-bowl\/","title":{"rendered":"How can I make my dog eat slower in a bowl?"},"content":{"rendered":"<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_17 counter-hierarchy counter-decimal ez-toc-grey\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\">Table of Contents<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><a class=\"ez-toc-pull-right ez-toc-btn ez-toc-btn-xs ez-toc-btn-default ez-toc-toggle\" style=\"display: none;\"><i class=\"ez-toc-glyphicon ez-toc-icon-toggle\"><\/i><\/a><\/span><\/div>\n<nav><ul class=\"ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1\"><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/how-can-i-make-my-dog-eat-slower-in-a-bowl\/#How_can_I_make_my_dog_eat_slower_in_a_bowl\" title=\"How can I make my dog eat slower in a bowl?\">How can I make my dog eat slower in a bowl?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/how-can-i-make-my-dog-eat-slower-in-a-bowl\/#Are_slow_feed_bowls_good_for_dogs\" title=\"Are slow feed bowls good for dogs?\">Are slow feed bowls good for dogs?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/how-can-i-make-my-dog-eat-slower-in-a-bowl\/#Do_slow_feeders_stimulate_dogs\" title=\"Do slow feeders stimulate dogs?\">Do slow feeders stimulate dogs?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" 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href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/how-can-i-make-my-dog-eat-slower-in-a-bowl\/#Do_slow_feeder_bowls_help_dogs\" title=\"Do slow feeder bowls help dogs?\">Do slow feeder bowls help dogs?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-11\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/how-can-i-make-my-dog-eat-slower-in-a-bowl\/#Do_slow_feeders_mentally_stimulate_dogs\" title=\"Do slow feeders mentally stimulate dogs?\">Do slow feeders mentally stimulate dogs?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-12\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/how-can-i-make-my-dog-eat-slower-in-a-bowl\/#Are_slow_feeders_stimulating_for_dogs\" title=\"Are slow feeders stimulating for dogs?\">Are slow feeders stimulating for dogs?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-13\" 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href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/how-can-i-make-my-dog-eat-slower-in-a-bowl\/#Why_does_my_dog_eat_his_food_so_fast\" title=\"Why does my dog eat his food so fast?\">Why does my dog eat his food so fast?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-17\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/how-can-i-make-my-dog-eat-slower-in-a-bowl\/#Why_does_my_dog_eat_so_fast_and_then_throw_up\" title=\"Why does my dog eat so fast and then throw up?\">Why does my dog eat so fast and then throw up?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-18\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/how-can-i-make-my-dog-eat-slower-in-a-bowl\/#How_do_I_get_my_dog_to_stop_eating_so_fast\" title=\"How do I get my dog to stop eating so fast?\">How do I get my dog to stop eating so fast?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-19\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/how-can-i-make-my-dog-eat-slower-in-a-bowl\/#What_happens_if_dogs_eat_too_fast\" title=\"What happens if dogs eat too fast?\">What happens if dogs eat too fast?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-20\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/how-can-i-make-my-dog-eat-slower-in-a-bowl\/#Why_does_my_dog_act_like_hes_constantly_starving\" title=\"Why does my dog act like he&#8217;s constantly starving?\">Why does my dog act like he&#8217;s constantly starving?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-21\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/how-can-i-make-my-dog-eat-slower-in-a-bowl\/#How_can_I_get_my_dog_to_eat_slower\" title=\"How can I get my dog to eat slower?\">How can I get my dog to eat slower?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-22\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/how-can-i-make-my-dog-eat-slower-in-a-bowl\/#Can_dogs_be_trained_to_eat_slower\" title=\"Can dogs be trained to eat slower?\">Can dogs be trained to eat slower?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-23\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/how-can-i-make-my-dog-eat-slower-in-a-bowl\/#How_do_I_stop_my_dog_from_eating_so_fast\" title=\"How do I stop my dog from eating so fast?\">How do I stop my dog from eating so fast?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-24\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/how-can-i-make-my-dog-eat-slower-in-a-bowl\/#Why_is_my_dog_eating_really_fast\" title=\"Why is my dog eating really fast?\">Why is my dog eating really fast?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-25\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/how-can-i-make-my-dog-eat-slower-in-a-bowl\/#Why_does_my_dog_act_like_hes_starving_after_eating\" title=\"Why does my dog act like he&#8217;s starving after eating?\">Why does my dog act like he&#8217;s starving after eating?<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_can_I_make_my_dog_eat_slower_in_a_bowl\"><\/span>How can I make my dog eat slower in a bowl?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>An easy DIY slow-feeder is to <b>take a tennis ball (or any other ball that won&#8217;t be a choking hazard) and place it in the middle of your dog&#8217;s food bowl. They&#8217;ll have to work around the ball to eat, and it&#8217;ll slow them down.<\/b><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/how-do-i-reset-my-petkit-food-dispenser\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">How do I reset my Petkit food dispenser?<\/a><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Are_slow_feed_bowls_good_for_dogs\"><\/span>Are slow feed bowls good for dogs?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><b>Slow feeders are good for dogs because they slow down the rate at which dogs can eat their food. Slow feeders make it impossible for dogs to gulp down food, which lessens the amount of air they take in with their food. This reduces the risk of the dog choking, vomiting, or getting bloat.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Do_slow_feeders_stimulate_dogs\"><\/span>Do slow feeders stimulate dogs?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Other Methods of Curbing Fast Eating Habits Puzzle feeders are dog toys that are excellent for mental stimulation. <b>Slow feeders are designed to make it just a teensy bit harder for Max to go speed eating<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_can_I_put_in_my_dogs_bowl_to_make_him_eat_slower\"><\/span>What can I put in my dog&#8217;s bowl to make him eat slower?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><b>To slow your pet down, here are 5 tips:<\/b><\/p>\n<li>Start by talking to your vet. Rule out any parasites and ensure that they are getting the nutrition they need.  <\/li>\n<li>More frequent meal times.  <\/li>\n<li>Use a slow feeder bowl or puzzle toy.  <\/li>\n<li>Use a muffin pan, or Bundt pan.  <\/li>\n<li>Put a ball or toy in the bowl with their food.<\/li>\n<p>17-Aug-2018<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_do_I_make_my_dog_stop_eating_so_fast\"><\/span>How do I make my dog stop eating so fast?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><b>How to Slow Down Speed-Eating Dogs<\/b><\/p>\n<li>Increase feedings: Serving your pup smaller meals two or three times a day instead of giving them all of their food at once may help.  <\/li>\n<li>Use a slow feeder bowl: Slow feeder bowls have built-in obstacles specifically designed to cause dogs to eat more slowly.<\/li>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Can_you_teach_a_dog_to_eat_slower\"><\/span>Can you teach a dog to eat slower?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Another neat trick is to <b>use a large food bowl, and place a large heavy object at the center. This forces the dog to eat around the edge, which slows up his eating. For small dogs, placing two or three golf bowls in the feeder works well.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Why_is_my_dog_eating_so_fast\"><\/span>Why is my dog eating so fast?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><b>Dogs in hoarding situations or dogs fed poorly or irregularly may also develop speed eating and food-guarding behavior. Some dogs exhibit fast eating only when they are around another dog. The majority of these little piggies, however, just dive into their food because food is incredibly gratifying to them.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Are_Slow_eating_dog_bowls_good_for_dogs\"><\/span>Are Slow eating dog bowls good for dogs?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><b>Slow feeders are good for dogs because they slow down the rate at which dogs can eat their food. Slow feeders make it impossible for dogs to gulp down food, which lessens the amount of air they take in with their food. This reduces the risk of the dog choking, vomiting, or getting bloat.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Do_dogs_need_slow_feeder_bowls\"><\/span>Do dogs need slow feeder bowls?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>But <b>slow feeders are anything but a gimmick and are beneficial to your dog&#8217;s health for a number of reasons. For example, pet parents of deep-chested breeds, which are at increased risk of bloat, are recommended to switch to slow feeder or puzzle feeders to reduce the amount of air the dog wolfs down.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Do_slow_feeder_bowls_help_dogs\"><\/span>Do slow feeder bowls help dogs?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>If your dog eats so quickly that you&#8217;ve barely put down the bowl before the food&#8217;s all gone, you might find a slow-feed dog bowl beneficial. These bowls have raised areas to slow dogs down while eating, which <b>lowers the risk of bloat and makes mealtimes more interesting<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Do_slow_feeders_mentally_stimulate_dogs\"><\/span>Do slow feeders mentally stimulate dogs?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>BENEFITS FOR PUPPIES AND SENIOR DOGS But, <b>slow feeders are also great for mental stimulation, weight loss, reducing food aggression, and improving digestion.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Are_slow_feeders_stimulating_for_dogs\"><\/span>Are slow feeders stimulating for dogs?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>BENEFITS FOR PUPPIES AND SENIOR DOGS But, <b>slow feeders are also great for mental stimulation, weight loss, reducing food aggression, and improving digestion.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Are_slow_feeders_mental_stimulation\"><\/span>Are slow feeders mental stimulation?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>If your dog eats so quickly that you&#8217;ve barely put down the bowl before the food&#8217;s all gone, you might find a slow-feed dog bowl beneficial. These bowls have raised areas to slow dogs down while eating, which <b>lowers the risk of bloat and makes mealtimes more interesting<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Are_slow_feeders_good_for_all_dogs\"><\/span>Are slow feeders good for all dogs?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Puzzle feeders are dog toys that are excellent for mental stimulation. <b>Slow feeders are designed to make it just a teensy bit harder for Max to go speed eating. With puzzles, your dog paws the right block or solves some other problem to release the kibble. Some dogs love these as it also engages their brains.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_do_I_slow_my_dog_down_from_eating_too_fast\"><\/span>How do I slow my dog down from eating too fast?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><b>Follow these 5 Steps to Slow Down a Dog That Eats Too Fast:<\/b><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Make sure your dog is getting the right nutrition.  <\/li>\n<li>Feed smaller meals, more often.  <\/li>\n<li>Feed on a consistent, reliable schedule.  <\/li>\n<li>Be sure your dog feels confident and secure during meals.  <\/li>\n<li>Make scarfing down food impossible.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>22-Oct-2020<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Why_does_my_dog_eat_his_food_so_fast\"><\/span>Why does my dog eat his food so fast?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>The Root of the Behavior A common behavior that is created is when dogs eat their food too fast. This can stem from a few reasons, but <b>the most common reason is due to competition. If dogs are living in an environment where there are other dogs, they may feel as if eating has to be a competition.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Why_does_my_dog_eat_so_fast_and_then_throw_up\"><\/span>Why does my dog eat so fast and then throw up?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>And when dogs gulp their meal too quickly, they swallow air along with their food. Food and air expand in the stomach, causing pain and discomfort. This can cause your dog to vomit or regurgitate and lead to a serious condition called <b>gastric dilatation-volvulus, or bloat<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_do_I_get_my_dog_to_stop_eating_so_fast\"><\/span>How do I get my dog to stop eating so fast?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><b>To slow your pet down, here are 5 tips:<\/b><\/p>\n<li>Start by talking to your vet. Rule out any parasites and ensure that they are getting the nutrition they need.  <\/li>\n<li>More frequent meal times.  <\/li>\n<li>Use a slow feeder bowl or puzzle toy.  <\/li>\n<li>Use a muffin pan, or Bundt pan.  <\/li>\n<li>Put a ball or toy in the bowl with their food.<\/li>\n<p>17-Aug-2018<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_happens_if_dogs_eat_too_fast\"><\/span>What happens if dogs eat too fast?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><b>Dogs in hoarding situations or dogs fed poorly or irregularly may also develop speed eating and food-guarding behavior. Some dogs exhibit fast eating only when they are around another dog. The majority of these little piggies, however, just dive into their food because food is incredibly gratifying to them.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Why_does_my_dog_act_like_hes_constantly_starving\"><\/span>Why does my dog act like he&#8217;s constantly starving?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Unfortunately, eating so quickly can be quite dangerous for our dogs. First, they can choke, which is obviously life-threatening. Gagging on their food will often result in vomiting and discomfort, as well. Second, eating quickly increases the risk of a serious medical condition called bloat.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_can_I_get_my_dog_to_eat_slower\"><\/span>How can I get my dog to eat slower?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><b>Ways to Slow Down Your Dog&#8217;s Eating<\/b><\/p>\n<li>Use a muffin pan and tennis balls. Put the kibble in the muffin indents in a pan and cover them with tennis balls.  <\/li>\n<li>Spread the kibble on a yoga mat or cookie sheet.  <\/li>\n<li>Employ a dog food device.  <\/li>\n<li>Load a snuffle mat.  <\/li>\n<li>Float the kibble.  <\/li>\n<li>Work for it!<\/li>\n<p>08-Feb-2022<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Can_dogs_be_trained_to_eat_slower\"><\/span>Can dogs be trained to eat slower?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>The Root of the Behavior A common behavior that is created is when dogs eat their food too fast. This can stem from a few reasons, but <b>the most common reason is due to competition. If dogs are living in an environment where there are other dogs, they may feel as if eating has to be a competition.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_do_I_stop_my_dog_from_eating_so_fast\"><\/span>How do I stop my dog from eating so fast?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><b>To slow your pet down, here are 5 tips:<\/b><\/p>\n<li>Start by talking to your vet. Rule out any parasites and ensure that they are getting the nutrition they need.  <\/li>\n<li>More frequent meal times.  <\/li>\n<li>Use a slow feeder bowl or puzzle toy.  <\/li>\n<li>Use a muffin pan, or Bundt pan.  <\/li>\n<li>Put a ball or toy in the bowl with their food.<\/li>\n<p>17-Aug-2018<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Why_is_my_dog_eating_really_fast\"><\/span>Why is my dog eating really fast?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Some dogs eat so fast, <b>mostly out of habit and as a survival instinct. If your pup has always been a fast eater, there is little to worry about. But, you should consider solutions such as slow feeders to get Fido to eat more slowly to avoid gagging, vomiting, gastric dilatation-volvulus, or worse, choking.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Why_does_my_dog_act_like_hes_starving_after_eating\"><\/span>Why does my dog act like he&#8217;s starving after eating?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><b>As they age, your dog may act hungrier due to health issues. Dr. Benson also mentions that an always hungry dog could have a medical problem causing them to always feel hungry. While some dogs just simply like to indulge in food, sometimes an increased appetite is the sign of an underlying health issue, he explains.<\/b><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Table of Contents How can I make my dog eat slower in a bowl?Are slow feed bowls good for dogs?Do slow feeders stimulate dogs?What can I put in my dog&#8217;s bowl to make him eat slower?How do I make my dog stop eating so fast?Can you teach a dog to eat slower?Why is my dog&#8230;<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":4,"featured_media":0,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"_kad_post_transparent":"","_kad_post_title":"","_kad_post_layout":"","_kad_post_sidebar_id":"","_kad_post_content_style":"","_kad_post_vertical_padding":"","_kad_post_feature":"","_kad_post_feature_position":"","_kad_post_header":false,"_kad_post_footer":false,"spay_email":"","footnotes":""},"categories":[],"tags":[],"jetpack_featured_media_url":"","_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/119775"}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/4"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=119775"}],"version-history":[{"count":0,"href":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/119775\/revisions"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=119775"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=119775"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=119775"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}