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Owning a pet is a privilege. The relationship and bond between pets and owners is unique and unconditional. One way to create and nurture that bond is with food. By ensuring your pet gets regular meals, you increase dependence and appreciation from your pet.
Unfortunately, many people miss out on this opportunity to bond with their pets, especially cats, because they allow free feeding. Some pet parents argue that free-feeding is necessary because of their unpredictable work or family schedules. The problem with free-feeding is that it eliminates an opportunity for bonding, and it can lead to health problems, such as overeating.
Pet owners can use tools to ensure their cats don't miss a meal but also don't overeat. Automatic feeders allow you to portion out a specific number of meals throughout the day and set timers for those meals. By using an automatic feeder, you can show you care for your pet and ensure they never miss a meal or overindulge. BaxterBoo carries three brands of automatic pet feeders at various price points, ensuring the tools are accessible to every pet parent.
PetSafe Automatic Feeders
Out of all the brands BaxterBoo carries, PetSafe has the most pet feeder models. The models vary in size and the number of meals they can supply, but each is a quality item with washable components.
Automatic Two Meal Feeder
The PetSafe Automatic Two Meal Pet Feeder is the most affordable option from the brand. It has two food compartments that can fit 1.5 cups each. Each compartment has a pet-proof lid with a timer attached to each compartment. The timers allow you to schedule a pet's meals up to 24 hours ahead.
The try is easy to remove and clean. It is dishwasher safe. Also, it is a tip-proof, tamper-resistant design that prevents pets from having an early meal.
This model is battery-powered and ideal for cats and small to medium-sized dogs. You can use it with dry and semi-moist food. The product also comes with a 1-year manufacturer warranty for indoor use.
Automatic Five Meal Feeder
The PetSafe 5-Meal Automatic Pet Feeder is perfect for pet owners with unpredictable schedules, especially if you never know when you'll be working late at the office. The device uses four D batteries, offering a long life. It is separated into five pie-shaped compartments, each with a one-cup capacity. The construction is made of BPA-free plastic, and the tray is removable and dishwasher-safe.
With five compartments and better programmability, you can set the system up for multiple feedings in a day or five days. The right combination depends on your cat's dietary needs.
Automatic Six Meal Feeder
The PetSafe Six Meal Automatic Pet Feeder is a carousel-type automatic pet feeder. The upper tray contains six one-cup compartments that rotate according to programmed feeding times. Once over the primary bowl or feeding try, the compartment opens and drops the food. Both the bowl and tray carousel are dishwasher safe.
This feeder is an option for dry or semi-moist food. It uses the same type of easy programming device as the five-tray option, but you can schedule up to six meals daily. This model also has a Sleep Mode button to pause operations without losing programmed meals.
Phone-Connected Feeder
Finally, PetSafe offers the PetSafe Smart Feed Automatic Dog and Cat Feeder for iPhone and Android. The smartphone-enabled system allows you to program up to 12 meals, between 1/8 and 4 cups. You can either have the device dispense the meals automatically or dispense them remotely through the app.
While the most expensive model in the PetSafe feeder lineup, the device is versatile and worth the investment. You can use dry or semi-moist food in the feeder, and it comes with a removable stainless steel bowl for easy cleaning. Unlike other feeders, this model uses a plug and has a battery backup.
Trixie Automatic Feeders
Trixie Pet Products is a known brand with a passion for animals. Its mission is to provide tools that help create a harmonious coexistence between humans and pets. While the brand is not as prolific as PetSafe, it offers a couple of quality automatic pet feeders your cat will love.
The TX2 Dual Compartment Feeder
The Trixie TX2 Automatic Food Dispenser for Dogs and Cats is similar to the PetSafe two-compartment feeder, but it only provides enough space for 10-oz in each tray. However, the timer is a 48-hour timer rather than a 24-hour timer. You also get the same benefit of easy cleaning as the bowls are dishwasher safe.
The Five Compartment Feeder
The Trixie Automatic Food Dispenser also shares many similarities with the PetSafe five-meal feeder. It has a built-in timer and five compartments and is suitable for dry and wet foods. You can program up to four time-delayed feeding intervals within a 24-hour period. This model, like many pet feeders, operates on batteries.
Cats can be finicky eaters, which often motivates pet parents to permit free feeding, but that is often a mistake with many health consequences. Instead of leaving the pet food dish down all day, consider purchasing an automatic pet feeder that ensures your animal doesn't overindulge.
While there are fancy, tech-driven models, you don't need to break the bank. Two to five-compartment feeders are excellent options, especially for your favorite furry friend. Assess your situation and decide which of the above models is best for your pet and situation.
