Elevated dog feeders — are they just a fad?  While I do not think so, there are several reasons why every pet owner (dog or cat) should use them.  Veterinarians recommend them because of comfort for your pet while eating and drinking.  Older pets with arthritis and neck or back problems can benefit by using elevated dog feeders.  Also dogs with stiff muscles and sore joints can benefit as well.  The elevation aids with difficulty swallowing problems as well as the digestion of their food.   It also reduces bloat in the larger breeds.    

 

Elevated dog feeders also benefit the owner!  It helps keep your pet’s eating area cleaner. Better hygiene and cleanliness is always a plus!   Dogs are less likely to drip water on the floor with elevated feeders.  It helps the owners with physical disabilities.  Less clean up and the elevation keeps you from bending down to the floor is another plus! 

 

I use an elevated feeder for Eliot and yes, there is less water on the floor!  Even though he can not speak for himself, I think that he loves his elevated dog feeder!  I do too.

Tags: elevated dog feeder, pet back problems, pet neck problems, pet with arthritus

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