{"id":125593,"date":"2022-06-09T05:46:38","date_gmt":"2022-06-09T05:46:38","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/how-can-i-make-my-dog-eat-slower-in-a-bowl-2\/"},"modified":"2022-06-09T05:46:38","modified_gmt":"2022-06-09T05:46:38","slug":"how-can-i-make-my-dog-eat-slower-in-a-bowl-2","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/how-can-i-make-my-dog-eat-slower-in-a-bowl-2\/","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-2\/#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-2\/#Why_do_dogs_need_a_slow_feeder_bowl\" title=\"Why do dogs need a slow feeder bowl?\">Why do dogs need a slow feeder bowl?<\/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-2\/#Is_it_better_for_dogs_to_eat_from_elevated_bowls\" title=\"Is it better for dogs to eat from elevated bowls?\">Is it better for dogs to eat from elevated bowls?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/how-can-i-make-my-dog-eat-slower-in-a-bowl-2\/#Do_dogs_like_slow_feeder_bowls\" title=\"Do dogs like slow feeder bowls?\">Do dogs like slow feeder bowls?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/how-can-i-make-my-dog-eat-slower-in-a-bowl-2\/#How_do_I_make_my_dog_stop_eating_so_fast\" title=\"How do I make my dog stop eating so fast?\">How do I make my dog 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-6\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/how-can-i-make-my-dog-eat-slower-in-a-bowl-2\/#Why_is_my_dog_eating_so_fast\" title=\"Why is my dog eating so fast?\">Why is my dog eating so fast?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/how-can-i-make-my-dog-eat-slower-in-a-bowl-2\/#How_do_you_know_if_your_dog_is_eating_too_fast\" title=\"How do you know if your dog is eating too fast?\">How do you know if your dog is eating too fast?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/how-can-i-make-my-dog-eat-slower-in-a-bowl-2\/#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-9\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/how-can-i-make-my-dog-eat-slower-in-a-bowl-2\/#Do_dogs_need_slow_feeder_bowls\" title=\"Do dogs need slow feeder bowls?\">Do dogs need slow feeder bowls?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-10\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/how-can-i-make-my-dog-eat-slower-in-a-bowl-2\/#Are_Slow_bowls_good_for_dogs\" title=\"Are Slow bowls good for dogs?\">Are Slow 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-11\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/how-can-i-make-my-dog-eat-slower-in-a-bowl-2\/#Why_should_I_slow_feed_my_dog\" title=\"Why should I slow feed my dog?\">Why should I slow feed my dog?<\/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-2\/#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-13\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/how-can-i-make-my-dog-eat-slower-in-a-bowl-2\/#Are_elevated_bowls_better_for_dogs\" title=\"Are elevated bowls better for dogs?\">Are elevated bowls better for dogs?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-14\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/how-can-i-make-my-dog-eat-slower-in-a-bowl-2\/#Why_is_an_elevated_bowl_bad_for_dogs\" title=\"Why is an elevated bowl bad for dogs?\">Why is an elevated bowl bad for dogs?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2\"><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-15\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/how-can-i-make-my-dog-eat-slower-in-a-bowl-2\/#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-16\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/how-can-i-make-my-dog-eat-slower-in-a-bowl-2\/#How_do_I_get_my_dog_to_slow_down_when_eating\" title=\"How do I get my dog to slow down when eating?\">How do I get my dog to slow down when eating?<\/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-2\/#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-18\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/how-can-i-make-my-dog-eat-slower-in-a-bowl-2\/#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-19\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/how-can-i-make-my-dog-eat-slower-in-a-bowl-2\/#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-20\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/how-can-i-make-my-dog-eat-slower-in-a-bowl-2\/#Why_does_my_dog_eat_like_hes_starving\" title=\"Why does my dog eat like he&#8217;s starving?\">Why does my dog eat like he&#8217;s 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-2\/#What_happens_when_dog_eats_too_fast\" title=\"What happens when dog eats too fast?\">What happens when dog eats too fast?<\/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-2\/#How_do_you_slow_down_a_dog_from_eating_too_fast\" title=\"How do you slow down a dog from eating too fast?\">How do you slow down a dog from eating too fast?<\/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-2\/#Can_you_teach_a_dog_to_eat_slower\" title=\"Can you teach a dog to eat slower?\">Can you teach a 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-24\" href=\"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/how-can-i-make-my-dog-eat-slower-in-a-bowl-2\/#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-2\/#How_quickly_should_your_dog_eat\" title=\"How quickly should your dog eat?\">How quickly should your dog eat?<\/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=\"Why_do_dogs_need_a_slow_feeder_bowl\"><\/span>Why do dogs need a slow feeder bowl?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><b>Prevents Vomiting<\/b> A slow feeder dog bowl prevents most dogs from vomiting and this is due to the fact of smaller portions sizes of food being consumed at a time. This allows the food to digest more effectively.<\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Is_it_better_for_dogs_to_eat_from_elevated_bowls\"><\/span>Is it better for dogs to eat from elevated bowls?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>For larger dogs, <b>raised dog bowls make the process of drinking water easier as the water flows easier down their esophagus. It also puts less strain on their neck, and if they&#8217;re old or suffer from any physical conditions, it can reduce the pressure on joints and bones.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Do_dogs_like_slow_feeder_bowls\"><\/span>Do dogs like slow feeder bowls?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><b>Your dog might benefit from eating her meals from a slow feeder bowl. These bowls are rather unusual looking, but they do a great job at slowing your dog down while she&#8217;s eating.<\/b><\/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=\"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=\"How_do_you_know_if_your_dog_is_eating_too_fast\"><\/span>How do you know if your dog is eating too fast?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><b>Here are some common signs that your dog may be eating too quickly.<\/b><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>They eat very quickly and vomit after eating.<\/li>\n<li>They eat so voraciously they start choking on their food.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\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=\"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=\"Are_Slow_bowls_good_for_dogs\"><\/span>Are Slow bowls good for dogs?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><b>Avoiding the risk of bloat and other digestive issues is a real benefit of slow feeder bowls for dogs. Slow feeders have ridges, pockets, raised centers, and other design elements compared to a regular open bowl. The purpose of these elements is to direct feeding into smaller bites.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Why_should_I_slow_feed_my_dog\"><\/span>Why should I slow feed my dog?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>When dogs chew and swallow their meals, they end up eating less and feeling fuller longer. <b>Slower eating can also reduce dog vomiting and gagging after meals. So, less cleanup for you (and less of a waste of that expensive high-quality dog food you buy him).<\/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>Also, <b>the intricate design of many slow feeders forces dogs to use their brain to eat. Both senior dogs and puppies will find many benefits from eating out of a slow feeder. 1. Mental Stimulation: When you dump your dog&#8217;s meal into a normal dog bowl, they can easily scarf it down.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Are_elevated_bowls_better_for_dogs\"><\/span>Are elevated bowls better for dogs?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>For larger dogs, <b>raised dog bowls make the process of drinking water easier as the water flows easier down their esophagus. It also puts less strain on their neck, and if they&#8217;re old or suffer from any physical conditions, it can reduce the pressure on joints and bones.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Why_is_an_elevated_bowl_bad_for_dogs\"><\/span>Why is an elevated bowl bad for dogs?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><b>Elevated feeders may increase the speed at which a dog eats, and this can further elevate the risk of GDV. In the study, a faster speed of eating was significantly associated with a higher risk of GDV. Eating off of the floor or a ground-level bowl can facilitate slower eating for dogs.<\/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>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=\"How_do_I_get_my_dog_to_slow_down_when_eating\"><\/span>How do I get my dog to slow down when eating?<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=\"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_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_does_my_dog_eat_like_hes_starving\"><\/span>Why does my dog eat like he&#8217;s starving?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><b>Instinct. <\/b><b>Descended from wolves, your dog&#8217;s ancestors learned to value food as a limited resource. They hunted in packs to take down big game, but eating when they were hungry was never a guarantee. If they found food, it was best to eat as much as possible because they never knew when they&#8217;d get the chance again.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_happens_when_dog_eats_too_fast\"><\/span>What happens when dog eats too fast?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Eating so quickly doesn&#8217;t allow dogs to chew or even really taste their food. More worrisome is that a dog speed eating can cause <b>choking, gagging, vomiting, and an even more serious condition called Gastric Dilation (colloquially known as bloat). Canine bloat can result from a dog eating too much or too fast.<\/b><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_do_you_slow_down_a_dog_from_eating_too_fast\"><\/span>How do you slow down a dog from eating too 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=\"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_really_fast\"><\/span>Why is my dog eating really 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=\"How_quickly_should_your_dog_eat\"><\/span>How quickly should your dog eat?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p>Dogs should eat <b>at least two meals each day, about 12 hours apart. But a breakfast, lunch, and dinner schedule is an equally great option. If more than 12 hours elapses between meals, the stomach can become hyperacidic causing nausea.<\/b><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Table of Contents How can I make my dog eat slower in a bowl?Why do dogs need a slow feeder bowl?Is it better for dogs to eat from elevated bowls?Do dogs like slow feeder bowls?How do I make my dog stop eating so fast?Why is my dog eating so fast?How do you know if your&#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\/125593"}],"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=125593"}],"version-history":[{"count":0,"href":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/125593\/revisions"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=125593"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=125593"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/animalshelterz.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=125593"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}