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1. An automatic dog feeder with a camera so you can not only watch but also TALK to your pupper (using the app) and tell them "Who's a good fluff ball?!" every hour, on the hour.
You can also control and set the portions released and record voice messages. It comes with a USB power outlet and battery power backup.
Promising review: "This may have been the best pet purchase I've ever made! The app is easy to use, function of the feeder is error-free, and the camera has a nice wide angle with a crystal clear picture. I love this thing and am so happy knowing when I work late or am away from home that I can check in on my boy and know he's been fed." —Dylan Nagel
Get it from Amazon for $129.99 (available in six colors).
2. A portion control automatic dog feeder which will ensure your pup sticks to their diet and consistently gets fed the same amount every time — as for table scraps, well, that's another story.
Can hold up to 6 liters of food and you must use the app associated with it to program how much food is given and set up a schedule (up to 15 meals). You can also record a custom message for your dog that play when it's time to feed them.
Promising review: "The setup process is easy, and I had to play around with the portions to get it correct for each one of my pets. I got this because we were going out of town, and it worked great to ensure the dogs were fed twice daily without having someone come over at certain times of the day. It is easy to fill, has a locked top to ensure pets don’t get into it, and I was able to set feeding times. It also notifies you when the pet has been fed to ensure they are being fed while you’re away. This is a great buy for a busy family like mine." —Savvy
Get it from Amazon for $68.15+ (available in two colors).
3. A theft-proof automatic dog feeder employing a special collar attachment that will only open the food chamber for the pet you put it on, which is especially helpful if you've got another pooch that's a total mooch.
The storage compartment can hold up to 32 cups of food and can be portion controlled for up to six servings a day.
Promising review: "I've only had it for a month but so far it is amazing. Takes a little bit of getting them used to it. I recommend letting them just feed out of it without it opening and closing first. I like leaving it open and close for intruders right now as it's less scary for them. 10/10 would recommend. Expensive but worth it, especially if you are trying to serve other food, or if you have one who will eat everyones." —MaxM
Get it from Chewy for $249.95.
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4. A rotating automatic dog food dispenser with pre-measured compartments of food that'll have your doggo ~spinning~ with desire when they hear the automated device switch on.
Can store up to 5 cups of food and can be programmed to deliver food at scheduled times each day.
Promising review: "We have had this feeder for a few days and so far it is perfect. Sturdy, easy to program, and holds a full cup of food for mid to large dogs. Hopefully it will allow us to sleep beyond 5:45 every morning when our dog decides he is starving." —Stacey
Get it from Amazon for $54.95.
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5. A mini automatic dog feeder requiring no wifi or app to program your furball's meal times and portions. Plus, it uses an internal turntable so it doesn't get in a ~jam~ once dinnertime rolls around
The stainless-steel food tray can be removed for cleaning, while the main food compartment can hold up to two liters of food.
Promising review: "I bought this for my dog because I work 13-hour shifts and due to her anxiety, I am having a hard time finding someone to feed her when I am gone. This has my voice recorded and she runs to eat when she hears it. I now use it for breakfast and dinner every day because she likes it so much." —Picklesmom
Get it from Chewy for $62.99 (available in three colors).
6. A programmable automatic dog feeder to schedule out feedings, so Fido doesn't wake you up again at 5 a.m. to get their morning chow on. Woof!
Choose between 20 portions and schedule up to six meals a day, and holds up to 17 cups of food.
Promising review: "This is a great dispenser to feed your dog. You can program it to feed your pet up to six times a day with varying portions, you can record a voice recording that will play while it's dispensing food, and it also has an option of running off four D batteries in case of a power outage. It also has a special compartment on the lid of the main food compartment to hold a drying agent to keep the food dry. I have never seen it jam when dispensing food." —larisa sokurianski
Get it from Amazon for $59.99 (available in two colors).
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7. A programmable voice recording automatic dog feeder anxious pups can feel relaxed with as your messages soothe and tell them the best news they could get: "Time to eat, doggos!"
Comes with a programmable timer for up to four meals a day, control whether they receive two tablespoons or 4.5 cups a feeding. There's also a noise that goes off when each meal is distributed.
Promising review: "Perfect feeder for a big dog and long trips. I have a golden retriever who lives inside when I’m home. I travel for work and this device has given me some peace about travel. Post-divorce, I thought I would have to pay for kenneling or a sitter, but I looked at lots of models and this one had the best capacity as my big dog has big meals. Now she is safe and fed without relying on people, and stays fed on time. I would suggest that folks take the time to measure carefully to get the right serving. I was WAY over feeding her at first." —Shaun Self
Get it from Amazon for $79.99.
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8. A double automatic dog feeder featuring twice the feedings, which will save you the trouble of having to program two separate feeders for your fur babies.
Dispenses equal portions at the same time with the capability of serving four meals a day.
Promising review: "I bought this automatic pet feeder with double meal capacity for my dog who stays home alone while I am away at work. I love that this can provide enough food for him all day and I can control it right from my phone — even while I'm away from the house. I especially love that there is a voice recorder function where you can record a message for your dog! Super cute and fun to be able to do that! The body of this is stainless steel, so it's going to be long lasting as well as durable and strong, and won't rust. I like to be able to schedule meal times, and you can program this to do really anything you like. I feel good about being away from home for long periods of time with this, knowing I can ensure my dog gets the food he needs when he needs it! Love this." —THEONLY1
Get it from Amazon for $79.99+ (available in three colors).
9. A six-meal automatic dog feeder featuring a clear lock lid, so your pet can't get their sneaky paws (or snoot, no matter how cute) underneath.
Just measure out each serving into the compartment and then schedule out each meal on the LCD display.
Promising review: "It does the job. I've had it for about two weeks and it is working well. It takes a bit to know how much food to put in each chamber because it depends on how much your pet eats of what was previously dropped. Once you figure that out it works like a charm." —lfan
Get it from Walmart for $89.95.
10. A simple automatic pet feeder that's easy to use, basic, and gets the job done by relying on the natural force of gravity to continuously supply food. All you need to do is fill the main compartment and let it work its ~magic~.
Can hold up to six pounds of food and should be hand washed only.
Promising review: "This feeder works out well for my dog. I have a large breed and was iffy about buying the small feeder, but I can put 16 cups of food in it which will last him about two days, which is fine with me. Fine with me. The only complaint I have is that I wish the bottle was a screw in type instead of pop in type." —Mary Brown
Get it from Amazon for $12.99 (available in two sizes).
11. A wifi controllable automatic dog feeder whose smart technology will allow you to check when they've eaten, schedule out feedings, and leave your fur baby a meal greeting, allowing you to fully relax whether you're at work or on vacay.
Can hold up to five liters of food.
Promising review: "This product has truly made my morning routine so much more efficient. I can truly manage the portions and give my dog exact amounts to meet their calorie needs without overfeeding and risking they become overweight. This product has changed my life and my dog's life for the better in every way." —Matt S.
Get it from Petlibro for $94.99 (available in two colors).
12. A slow feed automatic dog feeder so speedy doggos will learn to actually chew their chow before wolfing it down as it slowly dispenses each meal.
Comes with a stainless steel bowl and can feed up to 12 meals a day.
Promising review: "I work 12 hour days and I needed a way to ensure my dog would get his second meal at a reasonable hour. I’ve been using this feeder for the last three months and it works very well for what I need. I have a large dog and the machine has no problem portioning out two cups of feed in the morning and afternoon for him. One downside is that the plastic ring that holds the bowl in place is very flimsy and it’s now a game for my dog to knock his food all over the floor, and then eat it. This might not be an issue with a smaller dog, but for a larger dog, replacing the bowl with one not easily knocked over might be best." —Amazon Customer
Get it from Amazon for $89.95.
13. A basic automatic dog feeder that dispenses as your doggo chows down on kibble using gravity. Now you won't have to listen to your fluff ball's ~hangry~ barks.
Promising review: "We bought two: one for each outside dog. We were going on our annual camping vacation and our campground is forty five minutes away from home. These saved us a trip home daily, holding enough food to last our black lab about four days and our smaller dog five to six days. Great value for the money. Would purchase again." —christy
Get it from Amazon for $11.85+ (available in five sizes and four colors).
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