Dogit slow-feed bowls
Dogit's range here is narrow and specific: bowls built to slow a dog down while it eats, using raised ridges inside the bowl that break the food into smaller sections a dog has to work around rather than hoover up in one go.
Why a slow-feed bowl helps
A dog who eats very quickly is more prone to swallowing air along with food, which can lead to discomfort, bloating or being sick shortly after a meal. The raised pattern inside a slow-feed bowl forces a dog to eat around and between the ridges, which naturally stretches a meal out over several minutes instead of under one.
It is a training-free solution in the sense that there is nothing to teach — the bowl does the work simply by changing the shape of the food's surface. That makes it a sensible first thing to try for a fast eater before looking at more involved feeding puzzles.
Who it suits, and cleaning it
Dogs prone to bolting their food, greedy eaters in a multi-dog household competing over meals, and any dog whose vet has flagged a risk around bloat are the ones most likely to benefit. A dog who already eats calmly does not need one — it solves a specific problem rather than being a general upgrade.
The moulded ridges mean there is more surface to clean than a flat bowl, so give it a proper scrub rather than a quick rinse, particularly with wet food which can sit in the grooves. Most are dishwasher safe, but check the specific product before assuming.
The range
Everything below is in stock with us, priced with delivery worked out, and packed and posted by hand in the UK.
Dogit Go Slow Anti Gulping Dog Dish
Dogit's Go-Slow anti-gulping dish: raised shapes inside slow down a fast eater. For wet food, dry food or water; dishwasher safe.
From£10.09
Dogit Go-slow Bowl Pink
Dogit's Go-Slow anti-gulping bowl in pink, small size: raised shapes slow a fast eater. For wet food, dry food or water; dishwasher safe.
£10.09
Slow Feeder Plate Green
A shallow-pocketed feeding plate that slows a dog down without making it hunt
£13.95
Tarhong Concentric Circle Slow Feeder Bowl for Dogs & Cats
A stylish slow-feeder bowl that encourages healthier, calmer mealtimes — available in blue, grey, or white.
£14.99
Slow Feeder Plate Orange
A 35 x 26cm slow feeder plate that spreads a meal into shallow pockets
£13.95
Silicone Slow Feeder Dog Bowl With Mat
A silicone slow-feeder bowl set into a spill-catching tray mat. The ridged centre slows fast eaters and aids digestion, while the raised mat keeps food and water mess off the floor. Soft, non-slip and easy to wipe clean.
From£13.99
Tarhong Medallion Slow Feeder Puzzle Dog Bowl
A stylish BPA-free puzzle bowl that slows down greedy eaters — available in three sizes and a choice of colours.
From£10.99
Classic Non Slip Slow Feeder
Stainless steel slow-feeder dishes with raised centre and rubber rim
From£8.90
LickiMat Wobble & Splash Enrichment Bowls for Dogs
Wobbling rubber enrichment bowls that add movement and challenge to treat time, encouraging slower eating and longer-lasting fun.
£16.99
Silicone Swirl Lick Mat Slow Feeder
A round silicone lick mat with a swirling textured surface that holds wet food, yogurt or paste to slow eating and soothe anxious pets. A suction base keeps it steady on the floor.
£16.99
Common questions
- Does my dog need a slow-feed bowl?
- Only if they genuinely eat too fast — gulping food down in seconds, being sick shortly after meals, or competing with another dog over food are the usual signs. A dog who already eats at a normal pace does not need one.
- How much slower does a slow-feed bowl actually make mealtimes?
- It varies by dog, but stretching a meal from under a minute to several minutes is a common result, since the ridges force the dog to eat around the pattern rather than in one continuous mouthful.
- Are slow-feed bowls harder to clean than normal bowls?
- They take a little more effort because of the raised pattern, particularly with wet food, so a proper scrub rather than a quick rinse is worth it. Check whether the specific bowl is dishwasher safe if you want an easier clean.
- Can puppies use a slow-feed bowl?
- Yes, and it can be a useful habit to start early if a puppy already shows signs of bolting their food. Choose a size that suits your puppy now rather than one sized for the adult dog they will grow into.
- Will a slow-feed bowl stop my dog being sick after meals?
- It often helps where the sickness is caused by eating too fast and swallowing air, since slowing the meal down reduces that. If vomiting after meals continues once your dog is eating more slowly, speak to your vet rather than assuming the bowl alone has solved it.
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Written by Matt Garnett, who runs Giddy Pets and is a lifelong pet owner — not a vet. This is general information, not veterinary advice, and it cannot replace an examination by the vet who knows your animal. How we write these guides.