The 15 Best Dog Bowls of 2023

Selecting the best food for your dog is very important and so is selecting the best bowl. This is because different pets have different eating habits that require specific bowls. That said, dog bowls are also called feeders and they are surfaces for placing food and water for your pet.

Editors' Picks: Top Dog Bowls

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• Bestseller No. 1
  
  Ourpets Company 52712851 Our Pets Feeder Barking Bistro Pet Bowl
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  Small Dog Bowls Set of 2 Stainless Steel Bowls with Non-Skid & No Spill Silicone Black...
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  YETI Boomer 8, Stainless Steel, Non-Slip Dog Bowl, Holds 64 Ounces, Stainless
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  PetSafe Healthy Pet Simply Feed Automatic Cat Feeder for Cats and Dogs - 24 Cups Capacity...
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  Waggo Dipper Ceramic Dog Bowl Cherry (Medium 2.75 x 6.5 Inches)
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  MidWest Homes for Pets Snap'y Fit Stainless Steel Food Bowl / Pet Bowl, 1 qt. for Dogs &...
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  Outward Hound Fun Feeder Slo Bowl, Slow Feeder Dog Bowl, Large/Regular, Turquoise
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  PetSafe Drinkwell Platinum Dog and Cat Water Fountain, Automatic Drinking Fountain for...
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  Outward Hound Port-A-Bowl Portable Dog Dish, 48 oz
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  Fringe Studio Stoneware Pet Bowl, Medium, Ribbed White (501005)
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  Amazon Basics Stainless Steel Pet Dog Water And Food Bowl, Set of 2 (11 x 3 Inches)
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There are different types of these feeding surfaces and to help you pick the most suitable one for your pup, we have reviewed the best dog bowls in the market. Scroll down to find out more!

7 Best Dog Bowls: Review

1. Best Automatic Feeder: PetSafe PFD17-11855

• Capacity: 64 - 320 oz. of water
• Material: Stainless Steel, BPA-Free Plastic
• Package: 1 Bowl, 1 Dispenser

If you are looking for a dog bowl with automatic dispensation, PetSafe's PFD17-11855 should be your go-to option. The unit has a gravity-feed mechanism that allows water to be dispensed at just the right amount to the bowl below. This reduces messiness and keeps the water clean.

That said, the product is available in 3 tank sizes (64 oz., 128 oz., 320 oz.), and all are made using safe BPA-free plastic. These have wide base openings for easy cleaning and they lock in place in the feeder to prevent spills due to knock-overs.

On the other hand, the bowl is made using stainless steel, which is very hygienic. This part is easily removable from the base and is dishwasher-safe for hassle-free maintenance.

Combined, the tank, dispenser, and bowl form a compact space-saving design that is ideal for kitchens, garages, living rooms, and other indoor spaces.

However, the unit can only be used to dispense water and it does not come with a filter for removing odor, chlorine, and sediments.

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2. Best Budget: Noyal DC024

• Ideal For: All Dogs
• Capacity: 1.5 cups of food
• Bowl Diameter: 6.5 inches
• Bowl Height: 1.88 inches
• Material: Plastic
• Package: 1 Bowl

Noyal's DC024 has a very pocket-friendly price, which makes it ideal for those who are on a tight budget.

That said, the bowl is a slow feeder that has a swirl flower pattern on the surface rising to the top. This slows down rapid eating to prevent choking, indigestion, and control your dog's weight to a healthy level.

All dog sizes can use the bowl and it has 4 non-slip mats that keep it from moving or overturning when your puppies become playful. The base is also widened for stability to prevent knock-overs.

You can place wet or dry pet food on this bowl and it is dishwasher-safe on the top rack for easy maintenance after use. The only problem is that it has a small 1.5-cup capacity (12 oz.).

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3. Best Slow Feeder: Outward Hound 51001

• Ideal For: All Dogs
• Capacity: 4 cups of food
• Material: Plastic
• Package: 1 Bowl

This dog bowl is also a slow feeder and it is the best of its kind due to its large 4-cup capacity, which ensures minimal refills of dry, wet, or raw food. A Spiral mold is used to divide this section and this ensures the food is hidden in different sections for slow feeding.

As a result, the bowl naturally improves digestion by extending eating times (up to 10X slower) and this also reduces bloating. It is veterinarian-recommended due to these benefits.

Other features are a food-safe BPA-free, PVC-free, and phthalate-free plastic construction, while a non-slip base prevents sliding and slipping as your dog eats. The bowl is also top-rack dishwasher-safe for easy cleaning.

However, even though the plastic build is very safe, this material tends to hold odor over time and it is not as strong as stainless steel.

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4. Best for Puppies: Upsky 0018

• Ideal For: Small Dogs
• Capacity: 11 oz. (22 oz. total)
• Bowl Diameter: 5.1 inches
• Bowl Height: 2.4 inches (1.6 inches without base)
• Material: Stainless Steel, PP Resin
• Package: 2 Bowls, 1 Base

With its anti-spill W-type design, Upsky's 0018 is the best bowl for puppies because it keeps all the spilled food within the base. This keeps your floor very tidy while anti-slip mats keep it stable on the floor.

Additionally, the product comes in a set of 2 bowls and the W-shaped base, which allows you to feed water and food at the same time. Both bowls are suspended only 2.4 inches above the ground, which is a comfortable height for puppies to reach.

This minimizes neck burden, makes swallowing easy, and promotes food flow from the mouth to the stomach.

That said, the bowls are made using stainless steel and are detachable from the base for easy cleaning (dishwasher-safe). However, the base is not dishwasher-safe and it has a very wide footprint that takes up a lot of floor space.

Note: The bowls must be cleaned before use.

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5. Best Stainless Steel: AmazonBasics BXG-02

• Ideal For: Puppies to Large Dogs
• Capacity: 38 oz. (76 oz. total)
• Bowl Diameter: 10.6 inches
• Material: Stainless Steel, Rubber
• Package: 2 Bowl

If you are looking for the best stainless-steel dog bowl, we highly recommend AmazonBasics BXG-02 due to several reasons. For starters, the bowls are rust-free and don't hold odors, which makes them superior to plastic types.

That said, you get a 2-piece set with very large bowls that hold 38 oz. each. This means you can feed up to 76 oz. of water or dry, wet, and raw food at a time, which is ideal for all dog sizes because it can fit food portions for the different types.

Each bowl is fitted with a rubber ring around the base that keeps it from sliding as your pet eats. This also protects bare hardwood and tiled floors from scratches and damages. On the downside, the bowls are not mounted on a mess-free base.

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6. Best Mess-Proof: Neater Pet 100-221-01

• Ideal For: Medium Dogs
• Capacity: 3.5 cups of food, 5 cups of water
• Bowl Height: 5 inches
• Material: Stainless Steel
• Package: 2 Bowls, 1 Base

Not only are the bowls in Neater Pet's 100-221-01 mounted on a base, but they are placed on a mess-proof structure with two reservoirs. The upper reservoir has a filtering feature that traps large food particles while allowing water to pass through to the lower reservoir.

This setup allows you to serve food and water on the two bowls above, and separate them for reuse or clean discarding as your dog pours some out while eating. This also keeps your floor neat and tidy all through.

That said, the bowls are made using stainless steel and are dishwasher-safe for easy cleaning. They have different sizes, with the food bowl having a 3.5-lb capacity and the water bowl having a 5-lb capacity.

The stand is compatible with slow feeders, which allows you can replace the stainless-steel bowls with such bowls for healthy eating.

Other features include 4 non-skid insert pads and a 5-inch feeding height that is ideal for medium size dogs. However, there is the option of adding leg extensions as extras to raise the bowl to 7.5 inches to reduce neck strain for larger dogs.

The only problem is that the product is very expensive.

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7. Best Ceramic: Bone Dry CAMZ37255

• Ideal For: Small Dogs
• Capacity: 1.75 cups of food
• Bowl Diameter: 6 inches
• Bowl Height: 2 inches
• Material: Porcelain Ceramic
• Package: 1 Bowl

If you prefer ceramic dog bowls, we highly recommend Bone Dry's CAMZ37255 because it is as hygienic as the stainless steel types and is easy to clean. It is actually dishwasher-safe for easy cleaning.

You can use the bowl for treats, food, or water, and it is certified by the FDA as food-safe plus is California prop 65 compliant, which assures you of its safety.

Other than that, the piece is fitted with a silicone ring at the bottom for sticking it to the floor and prevent tipping. This also prevents scratching on hardwood and tiled floors.

More features include a decorative lattice design on the outer section and the bowl is microwave-safe, just in case you want to warm your pup's food. However, this material is very fragile. The bowl can be easily broken if your dog is very rough.

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8. AsFrost Dog Food Bowls

This unit comes as a set of two 12 oz. bowls mounted on a BPA-free silicone tray that catches all spills. It does so by having a raised edge all-round, which keeps food and water from getting to the floor.

The tray also helps to prevent skidding while the bowls are made using stainless steel, which is heat and corrosion-resistant. All three (mat and bowls) are dishwasher-safe for easy cleaning.

Key Features

• Two 12 oz. stainless steel bowls.
• Anti-spill & non-slip silicone mat.
• Dishwasher safe.

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9. Lesotc Collapsible Dog Bowl

If you are a bit short on cash, Lesotc's dog bowl is the best one to consider because it is very affordable. That said, the product comes as a set of two collapsible bowls, which are made using high-quality silicone.

Each bowl holds 12 oz. of water or 1.5 cups of food and can be collapsed from a height of 2 inches to 0.5 inches for compact transportation. After use, the pieces can be rinsed or wiped clean, then hung using their carabiner clips to your backpack or belt loops for easy carrying.

Key Features

• Affordable.
• Includes two collapsible silicone bowls.
• 12 oz. water capacity or 1.5 cups of food.
• Includes carabiner clips.

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10. Upsky Dog Bowls

Upsky's dog bowl also has a no-spill design that includes two 11 oz. stainless steel bowls and a bone-shaped silicone mat with raised edges. This keeps spilled water and food from getting to the floor.

The bowls are easily detachable from the mat for easy cleaning, in which all these pieces are dishwasher-safe for hassle-free maintenance. That said, the mat also acts as a non-slip base and it is easily foldable for compact storage.

Key Features

• Two 11 oz. stainless steel bowls.
• Anti-spill silicone mat.
• Dishwasher-safe parts.
• Foldable mat for compact storage.

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11. X-Zone Pet Bowl

If you have a large or aging dog, X-Zone's pet bowl is a good bowl to consider because it is raised from the surface.

The set contains two stainless steel bowls that are held 4 inches above the floor using a bamboo frame. This height can be adjusted to 4.5 inches, depending on your dog's height. As a result, the dog experiences less neck, hip, shoulder, and joint strain because of reduced bending.

That said, the bamboo frame has some benefits because this material is very strong and lightweight, and it has a special unique fragrance that your pet will surely like. You also get anti-slip feet in the bowl inserts and legs for stability purposes.

Key Features

• Raised and adjustable 4-4.5-inch frame.
• Strong, lightweight bamboo frame with a unique fragrance.
• Anti-slip feet on the legs and bowl inserts.
• Two stainless steel bowls.

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12. Averyday CH1AD

Though Averyday's CH1AD stand can hold two bowls, four are included in the set and these ensure you can feed your dog using a set of two while the others are being cleaned.

The stand is height-adjustable to 4 different levels (2.85, 8.76, 10.7, and 12.7 inches), which ensures you get the perfect height that matches your pet's height as it grows.

This is made possible using adjustable legs, which also have rubber pads that keep it from wobbling as your dog eats. Other features include a beautiful aesthetic design and tuckable legs for compact storage.

Key Features

• Includes 4 bowls.
• 4 height-adjustable levels.
• Rubber pads on legs for stability.
• Beautiful aesthetic design.

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13. Yeti Dog Bowl

Yeti's dog bowl is the ideal food/water bowl for rough and chewy dogs because it is very durable. The unit is built using puncture and rust-resistant 18/8 stainless steel, which is tough enough to handle whatever your pet throws at it.

The bowl actually has non-insulated double walls, which are incredibly strong because they create a very tough housing.

You also get a bear-foot non-slip ring that keeps it stable and won't budge under any pressure, a 4-cup (32-oz.) capacity, and a dishwasher-safe design for hassle-free maintenance.

Key Features

• Puncture and rust-resistant 18/8 stainless steel construction.
• Non-insulated double walls.
• Bear-foot non-slip ring.
• 4-cup capacity.

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14. Pet Zone Dog Bowl

This dog bowl is ideal for dogs in all life stages because it has a raised design with a height-adjustable frame that caters to pups as they grow.

Two stainless steel, rust-resistant bowls are placed on an adjustable frame, which can be raised from 2.75 inches for small dogs to 8 inches for medium dogs and 12 inches for large dogs. This mechanism helps to reduce stress on the neck, back, and joints.

When not in use, the legs can be removed and tucked under the frame for compact storage. You also get non-slip pads on the frame to prevent skidding and tipping.

Key Features

• Height-adjustable frame for dogs in all life stages.
• Two stainless steel, rust-resistant bowls.
• Removable legs for compact storage.
• Non-slip pads.

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15. Urpower Dog Bowls

Last on the list is Urpower's dog bowl and this comes as a 3-piece set with two stainless-steel bowls and a bone-shaped no-spill silicone mat. This mat has an extra-wide shape with raised edges that keep food and water trapped inside in case your dog spills them.

Both the mat and bowls are dishwasher safe for easy maintenance and the setup is ideal for dogs that are up to 70 lbs. in weight. That said, the bowl acts as a non-slip surface because it is made of silicone, and it also holds the bowls steady inside the silicone bowl inserts.

Key Features

• Two stainless steel bowls and a silicone mat.
• Wide mat with raised edges for no-spill performance.
• Dishwasher-safe set.
• Ideal for up to 70-lb dogs.

Different Types of Dog Bowls

1. Basic

Basic dog bowls are either made using plastic, stainless steel, or porcelain ceramic and what you see is what you get. They have a simple design with no hidden features, which makes them easy to clean and very affordable.

2. Automatic Feeder

Automatic feeders are the ideal bowls to use if you are worried about forgetting to feed your dogs. Some are electric and these have programmable timers that release a certain amount of food after the set time.

Others have gravity-feed mechanisms, which spill out food or water to the refill bowl below as your dog eats/drinks. This automated mechanism prevents excessive food/water on the bowl, which your dog can make a mess of.

3. Elevated Feeder

As the name suggests, elevated feeders have raised bowls that make the food/water available much closer to your pet. This comes in very handy if you have a large dog because it does not bend as much. As a result, the pet experiences less neck strain and it swallows more easily.

4. Slow Feeder

Slow feeders are characterized by protruding molds inside the bowl, which make it a bit difficult for your pet to access the food. Therefore, it must forage through these shapes and mazes, which extends the eating time.

This promotes fun and healthy eating, provides mental exercise, improves digestion, and prevents bloating by slowing down the meals.

5. Spill-Proof

The most basic spill-proof design is the one that has anti-slip mats, which prevent the bowls from being knocked over. However, some units have unique bases that hold any spilled food so that your floor remains clean.

Perhaps the most common designs are the silicon and W-type bases, which have raised edges that stop and hold all spilled food, keeping it from getting to the floor.

6. Collapsible

Collapsible dog bowls are mainly made using silicone and they are designed to fold flat when empty. They are commonly used when traveling because they take up very little space when collapsed. Generally, they are very affordable but cleaning them can be quite challenging.

How to Buy the Best Dog Bowls

1. Size and Shape

The first thing to consider before buying any dog bowl is its size. Measured in oz. (for water) or cups (for food), the larger the bowl, the better because it can hold a large portion.

This allows you to feed large dogs enough food with no refilling or place a small portion for smaller dogs. That said, AmazonBasics BXG-02 stands out because it comes as a 2-bowl set with a total capacity of 76 oz.

As for the shape, most bowls are round but there are multiple other shapes. This should be selected based on personal preference because no shape is better than the other.

2. Height

This is a very important factor to consider. Basic bowls that are placed on the floor can be problematic for large dogs and especially the aging ones because they must bend further to reach the food.

In the process, this might hurt their necks, backs, joints, and other parts of the body, while also making swallowing a bit difficult.

Therefore, we recommend getting a bowl set that has a height-adjustable frame with as many adjustment positions as possible. This will ensure it grows together with your pup to maintain a comfortable eating position throughout. For this, you can check out Neater Pet's 100-221-01.

3. Materials

Dog bowls are made using different materials such as stainless steel, plastic, ceramic, and silicone. Stainless steel bowls are the best option because they are sturdy, easy to clean, and cannot absorb odors or harbor bacteria.

Ceramic bowls are also easy to clean and non-porous, which means they can't absorb odor or bacteria. However, this material is very fragile and such bowls can be easily broken by rough or playful pups.

Plastic has one major disadvantage; it can absorb odor and bacteria. Therefore, plastic bowls can be unhygienic to use after a while. Lastly, silicone is mostly used to made collapsible bowls because it is flexible. However, it can be chewed easily.

Even though we recommend stainless steel bowls, you can pick any but ensure the material is food safe.

4. Non-Slip Base

Pups don't eat very gently, which is why you need this feature. Non-slip bases are usually made using silicone and these ensure the bowl does not skid or tip over, causing a mess on your floor.

5. Ease of Cleaning

No one likes to do the dishes. It is very convenient to get a bowl (and mat/stand) that is dishwasher-safe for hassle-free maintenance after feeding your dog.

Buy on Etsy

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AsFrost Dog Food Bowls Stainless Steel Pet Bowls & Dog Water Bowls with No-Spill and - Walmart Link

Brave Bark Wood & Metal Feeder - Premium Mango Wood Feeder with Metal Stand, 2 Stainless - Walmart Link

Slow Feeder cat Bowl for Feline Boredom and Anxiety Reduction,Dog Feeding Bowl - Walmart Link

Otunrues Collapsible Dog Bowls - Large Food Grade Silicone Dog Water Bowls - Portable Dog - Walmart Link

Pettom Multi-Angle Adjustable Raised Cat Bowls ，Elevated Cat Dog Food and Water Bowls - Walmart Link

Adjustable Height Raised Pet Bowl for Cats and Small Dogs with Two 1.5 L Stainless Steel - Walmart Link

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AsFrost Dog Food Bowls Stainless Steel Pet Bowls & Dog Water Bowls with No-Spill and - eBay Link

Brave Bark Wood & Metal Feeder - Premium Mango Wood Feeder with Metal Stand, 2 Stainless - eBay Link

Slow Feeder cat Bowl for Feline Boredom and Anxiety Reduction,Dog Feeding Bowl - eBay Link

Otunrues Collapsible Dog Bowls - Large Food Grade Silicone Dog Water Bowls - Portable Dog - eBay Link

Pettom Multi-Angle Adjustable Raised Cat Bowls ，Elevated Cat Dog Food and Water Bowls - eBay Link

Adjustable Height Raised Pet Bowl for Cats and Small Dogs with Two 1.5 L Stainless Steel - eBay Link

Conclusion

In summary, PetSafe's PFD17-11855 is the best automatic dog bowl in this review because it has an effective gravity-feed mechanism that ensures your dog always has clean drinking water. It also has a safe BPA-free tank and a wide opening for easy cleaning.

However, if you are looking for a slow feeder, we highly recommend Outward Hound's 51001 because it has a relatively large 4-cup capacity that requires minimal refills.

For small pups though, Upsky's 0018 is the best option because it has an anti-spill design that keeps spilled food from messing up your floor. It is also raised to a comfortable eating height for small pups.