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Outward Hound Stainless Steel Fun Slow Feeder Dog Bowl

Outward Hound Stainless Steel Fun Slow Feeder Dog Bowl

By Outward Hound 10 reviews analyzed Updated Oct 2023 85% confidence
6.8 /10
Quality
5.5
Value
6.8
Design
6.5
Function
7.5
Durability
5.0

In a Nutshell

  • Slows down eating effectively
  • Durability and quality issues reported
  • Cleaning can be challenging due to packaging glue

Quick Verdict

The Outward Hound Stainless Steel Fun Slow Feeder Dog Bowl effectively slows down your dog's eating but has durability concerns and packaging issues. Some users reported problems with the bowl's build and insertion part, and it requires thorough cleaning.

Quick Stats

Reviews Analyzed 10
Would Recommend 50%
Would Buy Again 40%
Avg Lifespan 2 years

Pet Compatibility

🐕 Dogs
Suitable
🐈 Cats
Caution

Critical Warnings

high

Bowl arriving bent or with glue residue

Prevention: Inspect the product upon arrival and request a replacement if damaged

high

Insert part coming out

Prevention: Supervise your dog while eating and consider alternative designs

Pros & Cons

Pros

  • Slows Eating (3)

    Helps prevent regurgitation

  • Easy to Use (2)

    Simple to set up and use

  • Effective Design (2)

    Effective at making dogs eat slower

Cons

  • Durability (3) major

    Quality issues and weak materials

  • Packaging (3) major

    Difficult to remove adhesive residue

  • Puzzle Part (2) major

    Insert part comes out

Quality Trend: Declining

Recent reviews indicate more quality control issues

Older Reviews Said:

generally positive

Newer Reviews Say:

more negative

Who Is This For?

Best For

  • Dog owners with fast-eating pets — Effectively slows down eating to prevent regurgitation
  • Owners with dogs that gulp food — Reduces the amount of food that the dog regurgitates.
  • Pet owners — Outward Hound is a brand known for quality.

Skip If

  • Owners of small breeds — Bowl design may not sit low enough for smaller dogs.
  • Owners that need a robust structure and feel unecessary slow-mesh — The triangle mesh designs might be unecessary and anoying for most customers.

Durability & Care

Expected Lifespan 6 months to 5 years

Cleaning Methods

Machine wash
Hand wash
Spot clean

Care Tips from Users

  • 💡 Hand-wash to avoid damaging the material
  • 💡 Avoid the urethra

Floor Compatibility

Hardwood
Tile
Carpet
Vinyl
Laminate

Rating Distribution

3.6
10 reviews
5★
40%
4★
10%
3★
30%
2★
0%
1★
20%
Slow eating (5) Easy to clean (1) Bent bowl (1) Glue residue (3) Insert issues (2)

Common Questions

Does this bowl effectively slow down my dog's eating?

Yes, it effectively slows eating to prevent regurgitation

Is this bowl durable?

Reviews indicate mixed durability with some users reporting bent bowls and inserts coming out easily

Highlighted Reviews

— Diann

"The boys were inhaling their food and sometimes throwing it back up because they ate too fast. This definitely slowed them down! Also, easy to wash."

— Linda

"The bowl arrived bent, "stainless steel " was just a little sturdier than aluminum foil. Insert does not seal"

Bottom Line

If you need a bowl to slow down your dog's eating, this product works well, but be prepared for potential durability issues and the need for careful cleaning

6.8 /10
Average