Outward Hound Stainless Steel Fun Slow Feeder Dog Bowl
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
Pet Compatibility
Critical Warnings
Bowl arriving bent or with glue residue
Prevention: Inspect the product upon arrival and request a replacement if damaged
Insert part coming out
Prevention: Supervise your dog while eating and consider alternative designs
Pros & Cons
Pros
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Slows Eating (3)
Helps prevent regurgitation
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Easy to Use (2)
Simple to set up and use
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Effective Design (2)
Effective at making dogs eat slower
Cons
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Durability (3) major
Quality issues and weak materials
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Packaging (3) major
Difficult to remove adhesive residue
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Puzzle Part (2) major
Insert part comes out
Quality Trend: Declining
Recent reviews indicate more quality control issues
generally positive
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
Cleaning Methods
Care Tips from Users
- 💡 Hand-wash to avoid damaging the material
- 💡 Avoid the urethra
Floor Compatibility
Rating Distribution
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
"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."
"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