{"product_id":"slow-feeder-in-ceramica-per-cani","title":"Handmade Ceramic Slow Feeder for Dogs","description":"\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTurn a meal finished in seconds into a slower, more mindful experience.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSome dogs seem to spend the whole day waiting for their food bowl, only to finish everything before you've even had time to sit down.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eEating too quickly can mean swallowing larger pieces of food and excessive amounts of air, potentially contributing to regurgitation, vomiting or choking. A slow feeder for dogs introduces a small obstacle between your dog and their food: the internal rings encourage them to reach their meal gradually, naturally slowing down their eating pace.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe result isn't simply about \"making your dog eat more slowly\". It's about turning a meal eaten in a rush into a calmer activity that requires time and a little concentration.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAnd when a bowl sits in your kitchen or living room every day, appearance matters too: this one is handmade from natural clay in the Netherlands, with a minimalist design that makes it feel like a genuine part of your home.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDoes your dog need a slow feeder?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIt can be particularly useful if your dog regularly finishes their food in very little time, swallows rather than chewing slowly, tends to regurgitate after meals or approaches food with particular enthusiasm.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe rings create different paths for retrieving food, preventing your dog from taking large amounts at once. This naturally extends mealtimes while also introducing a small element of mental stimulation.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFor dogs that are highly motivated by food, mealtime becomes less about finishing everything as quickly as possible and more about a small activity that requires concentration.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis slow feeder is also a useful tool for puppies learning good eating habits and for dogs with long ears.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhy choose a ceramic slow feeder?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMany slow feeders are made from lightweight plastic. This one takes a different approach.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCeramic gives the bowl weight and stability, making it particularly pleasant to use and to keep on display. The glazed surface is easy to clean, and the bowl is dishwasher safe.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eEach piece is shaped by hand from natural clay, glazed and fired using traditional techniques in the Netherlands. Small variations in shape, colour or finish are therefore not defects, but the result of a handmade process that makes every bowl slightly different.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHow to use it\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eYou can use it with your dog's regular food: no special treats are needed for the slow feeder to work.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWith dry food\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSpread your dog's usual portion between the rings rather than pouring it all into one spot.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eYour dog will need to retrieve the food gradually, extending mealtime without increasing the amount they eat.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWith wet food\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSpread the food into the spaces using a spoon.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eYou can use part or all of your dog's regular portion, turning an everyday meal into a slower, more engaging activity.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFor a treat or an enrichment activity\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eYou can also use the slow feeder between main meals with small amounts of soft foods that are suitable for your dog's diet.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eYou could try: plain unsweetened yoghurt, mashed ripe banana, cooked and mashed pumpkin or sweet potato without seasoning, mashed hard-boiled egg, blueberries, small pieces of strawberry, or a small amount of 100% peanut butter (without sugar or xylitol).\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eYou can use a single ingredient or combine small amounts in the spaces between the rings, creating different textures and flavours for your dog to explore.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAvoid foods containing salt, added sugars, spices or sweeteners, and never use ingredients that are toxic to dogs, such as chocolate, grapes and raisins, onions, garlic or products containing xylitol.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIf your dog follows a specific diet or has allergies or digestive sensitivities, only use foods that are already suitable for them.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eChoose the right size\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMedium – approximately 16 × 5 cm\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTwo internal rings. Suitable for small and medium-sized dogs or smaller food portions.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLarge – approximately 20 × 5.5 cm\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThree internal rings and a larger feeding surface. Better suited to medium and large dogs and more generous portions.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMeasurements may vary slightly because each bowl is handmade.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMaterials and Production\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe slow feeder is handcrafted from natural clay with a glazed finish.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eEach piece is shaped by hand in a small atelier in the Netherlands. The process includes drying, high-temperature firing, glazing and a second firing. The complete production process takes several weeks, and each bowl is fired at temperatures of up to approximately \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e1280°C\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDetails\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMaterial:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Natural clay ceramic\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFinish:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Glazed\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSize M:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Approximately 16 × 5 cm\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSize L:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Approximately 20 × 5.5 cm\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDesign:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e 2 internal rings in size M, 3 in size L\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDishwasher safe:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Yes\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMicrowave safe:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Yes\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOven safe:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Yes\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eProduction:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Handmade in the Netherlands\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhy We Chose It\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBecause it solves a practical problem without making you choose between functionality, materials and design.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIt helps slow down mealtimes for dogs that tend to eat too quickly, while also introducing a small form of mental stimulation into something that's already part of their everyday routine.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWe also appreciate the way it's made: natural clay, traditional craftsmanship, production in the Netherlands and a durable material designed for everyday use.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFunctional for your dog, beautiful enough to leave on display long after mealtime is over.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eComplete Your Feeding Area\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePair the ceramic slow feeder with the matching food and water bowl to create a complete, tidy and visually coordinated feeding area.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eYou can use the slow feeder to slow down mealtimes and add a little mental stimulation, alongside the classic bowl for water or simpler meals.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe same material, the same craftsmanship and the same minimalist design: two bowls designed to work beautifully together, without compromising the aesthetics of your home.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/geagarden.com\/products\/handmade-ceramic-dog-bowl-food-water\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDiscover the Ceramic Food \u0026amp; Water Bowl →\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Pawness","offers":[{"title":"Medium","offer_id":58639172403544,"sku":null,"price":69.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true},{"title":"Grande","offer_id":58639172436312,"sku":null,"price":79.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1014\/4471\/4840\/files\/Slowfeedercaneinceramicamisuragrande.webp?v=1791045180","url":"https:\/\/geagarden.com\/products\/handmade-ceramic-slow-feeder-for-dogs","provider":"Gea Garden","version":"1.0","type":"link"}