The Best Slow Feeder Dog Bowl in 2022

Made by Outward Hound, this is our top pick as the best slow feeder dog bowl out there. Looking like a dog food bowl maze, it is well designed to stop dogs eating too quickly so that they eat their food at a far slower and healthier rate. In addition to the clever design, this dog slow feeder is also fantastic owing to Outward Hound’s usage of pet safe materials. This means that the company guarantees never to use phthalates, PVC or even BPA. Plus, while the design slows your dog’s eating right down, the ridges that are used are placed so that feeding time is not too traumatic or frustrating for your dog. Especially once they have learnt how to use their tongue in the best way to access their food.

The designers have also thought of adding a non slip base to all their dog bowls for fast eaters so that food won’t be easily split onto the floor, thus undermining the use of a dog bowl in the first place. It is one of the design features that helps owners record eating times from this slow dog bowl that is up to 10 times slower than usual.

Finally, it comes in a variety of designs and colors to choose from. In fact there are four different dog food bowl maze patterns and four different colors.

What we like most about this dog slow feeder is that it does not actually look like a dog bowl at all. Instead, the manufacturers have made every attempt to make it look like a piece of modern art that would not look out of place in a stylish home that loves to use bright colors. This slow feeder comes in either green or a pink/lilac shade, but regardless of which one you choose, you will be able to slow down even the fastest eaters. This is great news for those dogs that then suffer from bloating or indigestion.

One thing to note is that it is dishwasher safe which makes it incredibly easy to clean, which is key. This type of puzzle dog bowl can collect dirt, grime and harmful bacteria more quickly than the standard design dog bowl, so it is imperative for your dog’s health to clean it regularly. This is especially the case if you put wet dog food in this slow dog bowl for your pooch’s supper.

Up there with one of the best slow feeder dog bowls for fast eaters, the Siensync Slow Feeder dog bowl is a great addition to your arsenal as a dog owner. The puzzle dog bowl style means that even the fastest of eaters are somewhat stopped in their tracks, but not by frustrating them so much that exhibit destructive behavior elsewhere out of annoyance.

Siensync have taken the time to use only the best more ecologically friendly material so that you can be sure your dog is safe, as well as knowing that your being kind to the environment. So often, accessories for dogs, like a slow feeder or a maze dog bowl, are made out of cheap plastic that is bad for them and can be dangerous to the environment as it is so quickly thrown away.

This design however will last a long time and can hold up to two cups of dog kibble, so it is good for many size of dog if you adapt the amount of kibble given. However, given this is the only size available, if your dog needs more, or a lot less, it may be best to look elsewhere.

This easy to use slow feeder has a rug style design that owners can hide their dog’s kibble in to make them eat more slowly and completely prevent their ability to inhale their food by using their tongue and jaw as a shovel. While not everyone will like the idea of feeding their dog off a mat, or snuffle mat as called here, it certainly is a novel idea that really works. It is great too for stimulating them and tiring them out as it engages their sense of smell. Plus, it is machine washable so incredibly easy to maintain.

Unconventional in looks, this great-priced slow feeder is flat like a mat and features a series of raised ripples which sections off your pooch’s food. The pattern creates a fun mealtime experience to keep your greedy pup engaged and eating at a healthy rate. As well as slowing them down when feeding, this is a bowl that you can take with you when you are on the go. Lightweight and super-easy to rinse clean, the food safe rubber material also creates a non-slip contact with the floor to keep the food – and your doggo – in one place when they eat. And when they’re done, simply roll the slow feeder mat up and you are good to go.

One thing that has been overlooked too long when making dog bowls or even some dog toys is that using cheap plastic is incredibly bad for the environment, as well as potentially endangering your dog. This slow dog bowl, however, is made from eco friendly materials. In fact, the ABS used is a good purchase as it is long lasting as well as dishwasher safe which is great news for dog owners who need a little more encouragement washing their dog’s bowl regularly.

As a slow feeder, it works well too. Some may be a little wary of the design, given how wide the tray is. However, the JASGOOD design for this puzzle dog bowl is well researched and it can really support an owner who is trying to slow down their dog’s feeding habits. What further helps is that has rubber feet which ensures that the bowl stays in one place while your pooch tries to ferret their kibble out of the slow feeder. It actually makes it harder for them as they cannot push the bowl to spill kibble everywhere, while also making your bowl last longer as your dog cannot gnaw away on it.

This dog bowl may not be for every dog out there as it is also an interactive game that hides food that little bit more than many of the puzzle dog bowls on this list, however it is worth a try to stop your dog from eating so quickly. While some dogs may not get along with it, some may actually love how exciting their meal times become with this game that also works to stop them from bloating.

While not the cheapest slow feeder in our review, the Neater offers two great ways to manage a fast eater so is good value for money. First up, the dish is designed to spread your pooch’s food between multiple individual portions that effectively slow down their eating. And the height of the trough peaks is sized for all breeds so even flatter faced dogs can get in for a munch. Then the bowl has adjustable feet so you can raise the height of the dish to bring your dog’s head and neck up from the ground as they eat to help with their digestion. And the height can be adjusted to suit the size of your dog, thanks to the sturdy bowl leg extensions. Made from ABS polymer, the whole bowl is durable yet gentle on your pooch’s teeth and gums for happy mealtimes all-round.

We love the robust nature of this petite little slow feed dog bowl. The simple design of breaking up a dog bowl into quarters, with a well in the middle, is simple yet very efficient at what it does. Dogs find that they are incapable of eating their food as quickly as they do naturally and have to stop and chew in between bites – which is the ultimate aim. Plus, it comes with a clever anti skid base due to the rubber feet that lines the bottom of the slow feeder. It’s an inexpensive purchase that really works.

Those that like to keep their interiors sleek and chic, without the added addition of brightly colored plastic courtesy of their dogs needs, will like this slow eating dog bowl from Our Pets. Made from a premium stainless steel, it has a more sedate design than some of the other puzzle dog bowls listed on this feature, which may appeal more. While it may look like a cake tin to a fair few dog owners, the design still manages to work as a great dog bowl for fast eaters as the dome in the center prevents your dog from hoovering up its kibble with its tongue.

Being made from stainless steel means that owners can put it in the dishwasher to clean it, which we should all do far more often than we think. With a slow feeder bowl like this one, it pays to put it in the dishwasher after every meal. If you can’t manage that, once a day is great.

This dog bowl won’t slow down the most determined or dedicated of eaters to anything resembling a snail’s pace, but it still will stop any direct inhalation or choking dangers. It’s definitely worth a go – especially if you like to stay clear of plastic.