Frisco Slow Feeder Insert

Editor's note

The cheaper and often better answer, when you already own a bowl your dog likes. An insert keeps the bowl, the height and the location the dog is used to, and changes only the difficulty. That is the reason the guide lists it ahead of a new bowl.

The listing says it trims to fit and sits best in bowls between 4.5 and 7 inches across, with suction cups on the back. The suction matters. A determined dog lifts a loose insert out and eats underneath it, which is the common way inserts fail.

Keep the bowl on the floor. An elevated slow feeder for a deep-chested dog is the one combination the guide says to avoid outright. And measure the ration with a scale. The scale will do more for the dog than the insert.

From our guide Best Slow Feeders for Fast Eaters: What the Evidence Actually Supports.

About this product

Encourage your speedy eater to take their meals in moderation with this slow feeder insert from Frisco by Chewy. The design is easily trimmed to fit most pet bowls but fits best in bowls with a diameter between 4.5 and 7 inches. It promotes improved eating habits by encouraging your pet to consume their food slower, providing a stimulating activity to keep boredom at bay. The soft, silicone suction cups at the back secure it to the bottom of their bowl, and it’s safe for your dishwasher’s top rack for easy cleaning. Pair it with the Frisco double diner dish set (sold separately) for a stylish new mealtime setup that helps improve their digestion.