The benefits of the raised bowl for dogs


Raised bowls for dogs are in fashion, but are they really advisable for our dogs?

It is possible to find many different bowls for our pets: there are the classic ones, with a simple design, the anti-voracity ones and much more. In addition, the material from which they are made can vary: glass, wood, metal, plastic, ceramic. Among them, we can also find the raised bowl for dogs.

There are many conflicting opinions on which is the best dog feeder. However, it is the owner who usually chooses the bowl that he considers best for his pet’s needs.

Many owners now opt for the raised bowl for dogs . Do you think this is the best option for feeding your pet? Read on to learn more.

How dogs eat

Anatomically, all dog breeds and their common ancestor, the wolf ( Canis lupus ), have larynx and esophagus designed and prepared for swallowing food while looking towards the ground.

If we think of a domestic dog or any of its wild relatives, when they devour a prey lying on the ground, they do so in such a way as to remain on all fours and keep their heads bowed.

In this way, the muscles of the head and neck can exert enough force to tear the flesh . Furthermore, by keeping the head in this position, the epiglottis is blocked, which prevents the passage of food into the respiratory system. In fact, when an oral catheter is performed on a dog, to feed him when he is not doing it alone, the head must bend downwards and, therefore, the probe goes directly to the esophagus.


Is the raised dog bowl okay?

The raised dog bowl isn’t necessarily a bad option . The height should be just enough to allow the dog to eat in a natural position.

If the feeder is too high, the dog will not eat properly and this can cause problems including loss of muscle tone in the neck and head, problems with swallowing, choking, etc.https://2bf7f56e44d6343f012a31563c81d5f8.safeframe.googlesyndication.com/safeframe/1-0-38/html/container.html

What’s the best way to feed a dog?

First and foremost, the best way to feed a dog is by facilitating the owner, as he is the one who offers the food and should be comfortable for him. However, we must also think about the dog’s needs , because nutrition and the way food is offered can cause behavioral problems, such as low self-esteem and lack of self-control.
The moment our best friend eats should be used to work on their emotional state, develop their sense of smell and improve their bond with their owner . To achieve all this, the first thing to do is to avoid any type of bowl: the food must be offered in such a way as to represent a challenge for our pet.

In fact, we need to stimulate the dog’s sense of smell at least 40 minutes a day every day. An example would be creating a stack of hard plastic cups with some food or other appetizing food inside . This way, the dog will have to use his nose and paws to get food.

Another method is to spread the food around the garden, terrace or floor. The dog will have to spend some time looking for it and will tire mentally, a type of fatigue that most of the time tires him. This strategy is best for calming overactive dogs.

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