6 of the best automatic dog feeders to keep your BFF fed on time
As much as we all love our dogs, there are times when we unfortunately have to leave them home alone. Whether you have to stay late at work one night, or your dog walker calls in sick, it can be tough on both you and your dog to be apart for very long. But there is one thing that we can do to help make life a little bit better for them: can get them on a regular feeding schedule.
Are automatic feeders good for dogs?
Not only is eating at the same time every day just healthy for your dog, but it can also make your life easier as well. After all, a dog that eats on a schedule poops on a schedule — meaning you’re less likely to come home to an accident. Regular eating also helps you notice if something is wrong with your dog’s health because often the first sign that your pup is sick is a lack of appetite. Read more…
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TOP PICK Petnet SmartFeeder Automatic Feeder
The ultimate smart-home pet feeder for pet parents who want to stay in-the-know and be worry-free about their pet’s habits and health. $ 179 from Chewy IMAGE: PetSafe
BEST FOR DOGS WHO EAT TOO FAST PetSafe Healthy Pet Simply Feed Automatic Feeder
With custom portion sizes and a slow-feed function, this is the perfect feeder for dogs that like to gobble their food a little too much. $ 139.99 from PetSafe IMAGE: Chewy
BEST FOR LITTLE DOGS PetSafe EatWell 5-Meal Automatic Pet Feeder
An easy-to-use, 5 portion feeder that’s perfect for smaller pups. $ 52.95 from Chewy IMAGE: Chewy
BEST FOR BIG DOGS Aspen Pet LeBistro Portion Control Programmable Pet Feeder by Petmate
Store up to 10 pound of kibble in this portion-controlled, automatic feeder perfect for dogs of all sizes. $ 79.99 from Chewy IMAGE: Amazon
BEST FOR CUSTOM MEAL CALL WESTLINK 6L Automatic Pet Feeder Food Dispenser
Leave your pup a personal 10 second message calling them to mealtime. $ 129.99 from Amazon IMAGE: Chewy
BEST FOR TREAT DISPENSING Petcube Bites
While not really a pet feeder but instead a treat feeder, Petcube Bites allows you check in on your pet remotely via video, talk to them, and toss them yummy treats. $ 249 from Chewy