elevated feeding bowl?

[rtrull37]

well ive read different thing about feed bowls....we have a 5 1/2 month EM ...she now gets 3 cups in the morning and 4 cups in the evening...her bowl is 12 inches off the floor....she always eats all her food but seems to eat it pretty fast....she is 81 lbs...25 inches at shoulder...... ....hope im feeding her right.....she gets blue buffalo large puppy .....Gracie is our first EM and the most amazing dog we have ever had...just wanted some opinions from you guys about feeding....thanks

randy

 

[Clark Kent]

Ive always given my Mastiffs elevated bowls it was recommended by my vet because it can be a pain for a dog that is around 30 inches to bend all then way down to the floor, but I think it is more preference than anything else.

 

[Dogue Lover]

We use them and i beleive it helps with digestion and posture. No proof but just my opinion.

 

[lilliesmomma]

I have read that the bowls needed to be elevated but then I have also read that raised bowls can contribute to bloat. I'm so confused.

 

[sleewell]

i put yogi's bowls on top of cooler, seems to be a comfortable height for him.

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I have read that the bowls needed to be elevated but then I have also read that raised bowls can contribute to bloat. I'm so confused.

isnt bloat from eating a lot and then running? i thought it was a full stomach that bangs around inside and get caught or twisted up.

 

[sleewell]

I have read that the bowls needed to be elevated but then I have also read that raised bowls can contribute to bloat. I'm so confused.

isnt bloat from eating a lot and then running? i thought it was a full stomach that bangs around inside and get caught or twisted up.