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Outward Hound Non-Skid Plastic Slow Feeder Dog Bowl

Outward Hound Non-Skid Plastic Slow Feeder Dog Bowl

By Outward Hound 9 reviews analyzed Updated Oct 2023 70% confidence
3.0 /10
Quality
4.4
Value
6.6
Design
5.8
Function
5.5
Durability
3.5

In a Nutshell

  • Good for slow eating and better digestion
  • Durability issues, especially with strong chewers
  • Sizing concerns, some bowls feel too small for the stated capacity

Quick Verdict

The Outward Hound Non-Skid Plastic Slow Feeder Dog Bowl is a decent option for slower feeding but has durability issues and sizing complaints.

Quick Stats

Reviews Analyzed 9
Would Recommend 80%
Would Buy Again 78%
Avg Lifespan between 5-8 weeks

Pet Compatibility

πŸ• Dogs
Suitable
🐈 Cats
Caution

Pros & Cons

Pros

  • Non-slip base (3)

    Holds firmly in place while the dog eats, preventing it from sliding around

  • Enhances eating (4)

    Slows down eating, which is beneficial for digestion.

  • Easy to Clean (1)

    Users find the bowl easy to clean and maintain.

Cons

  • Durability Issues (3) major

    Bowl can be chewed by dogs, making it less durable overall.

    Tip: replace the bowl more frequently or use as a temporary feeder

  • Sizing Inconsistencies (2) minor

    The size of the bowl does not align with the stated capacity.

    Tip: null

Who Is This For?

βœ“ Best For

  • β€’ Small to medium-sized dogs β€” Non-picky, non-chewing owner and likes simplicity

βœ— Skip If

  • β€’ Hard-chewing dogs β€” Bowel gets chewed up easily

Durability & Care

Expected Lifespan Less than 0.75 Cup

Factors: strong chewers

Cleaning Methods

βœ— Machine wash
βœ— Hand wash
βœ— Spot clean

Care Tips from Users

  • πŸ’‘ If your dog destroys things consider using a bigger bowl to ensure satisfaction

Floor Compatibility

βœ“ Hardwood
βœ“ Tile
⚠️ Carpet
⚠️ Vinyl
⚠️ Laminate

Rating Distribution

3.1
9 reviews
5β˜…
44%
4β˜…
11%
3β˜…
22%
2β˜…
11%
1β˜…
11%
Durable (1) Non-Slip (3) Easy to Clean (1) Durability (3) Sizing (2)

Highlighted Reviews

β€” susie 2 found helpful

"good slow feeder for smaller sized kibble ! slows down my overly excited pup for enrichment and improved ingestion ! fits 3/4 cups of SMALL kibbles. i do have to split my chis 1/2 cup of "larger" sized kibbles (the honest kitchen clusters - small breed) into 2 feedings BUT thats slows her down a tou..."

β€” Stephanie

"Ummmm my dog chewed the bowl"

Bottom Line

Recommend this feeder for dogs that don’t chew too hard, but be cautious of sizing and durability issues. If your dog tends to chew on their bowl, consider a more robust alternative.

3.0 /10
β€” Below Average