My dog eats too fast. Should I wet kibble or use a slow feeder?

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Hi, is it necessary or benificial to add water to dry kibble and soak it before feeding? Will this enable them to digest the kibble better? I heard this is helpful and comparable to feeding a canned diet. I would add 1/2 cup per 1/3 cup of kibble. This would make it resemble a canned diet of 80% moisture. Is this a good idea? Also, do you recommend a slow feeder bowl for fast eaters? Or is it ok to use a regular bowl? Mine eats her serving in under a minute (1/3 cup kibble)

Dr. Melanie, BVSc MS · Accepted Answer

It's not necessary to add water to dry kibble before feeding, your pet can digest it fine without the water. The water does add extra moisture to the diet, so there's no harm in doing. I think half a cup of water to 1/3 cup of kibble is too much water, however, and if you want to soak the kibble, I would add just enough to moisten it. I think slow feeder bowls are better for eaters, as it reduces the risk of bloat occurring.

My dog eats too fast. Should I wet kibble or use a slow feeder?

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