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Automatic pet feeders enable you to ensure your cat is fed even when you’re away from home. Unless you travel frequently or have a cat who needs their meals specifically timed, however, it may not be practical for you to spend hundreds of dollars on a complex feeder. Another option is to set up an automatic feeder. This is a device that can be programmed to dispense food at certain times of the day. This is a great option if you are going to be away for an extended period of time. Make sure to fill the feeder with enough food to last the duration of your trip. The best cat feeder depends on your individual needs and preferences. Automatic feeders are great for cats who need to be fed on a regular schedule, such as those with diabetes or other medical conditions. These feeders can be programmed to dispense food at specific times, ensuring your cat gets the nutrition they need. If you have multiple cats, a multi-cat feeder can help ensure each cat gets the right amount of food. These feeders can be programmed to dispense different amounts of food for each cat.

Automatic cat feeders promise a convenient way to make sure your feline friend stays well-fed and healthy whether you’re at home or on the go. But they’re not the right choice for every household. Here are a few of the benefits of automatic feeders and the best cat feeding station plus the signs that you should buy one. An Automatic Feeder Ensures That Your Cat Receives Portioned Meals When You’re Not Home This feeder uses gravity feed technology to dispense dry food as pets empty the bowl, prolonging time between refills. It has a large opening and a slope, ensuring that the grain is delivered smoothly, with no worry of grain jams. The base is solid, with a low center of gravity, making it anti-overturning and stable. The bottom also has four anti-skid pads for even more stability. The simplest of automatic feeders, these units dispense food using nothing but the power of gravity. It’s important to select an automatic cat feeder that’s easy for both you and your pet to use—otherwise, it may end up being more of a headache than it’s worth. Factors to think about in this regard include how the unit is programmed, how you fill its hopper, and how its components are cleaned. Some cat feeders have dishwasher-safe bowls and hoppers for hands-off cleaning, while others need to be washed by hand. From programmable cat feeders that connect to WiFi to fully analog gravity feeder models, the range of automatic cat feeder options is vast. On the basic side, you’ll find gravity feeders that utilize a large container for dry food that replenishes the bowl as your cat eats. On the sophisticated end, you’ll find battery-powered automatic feeders that can be programmed to dispense food at certain times. Automatic cat feeder varietiesCombination Feeders: These feeders combine different types of feeders. For example, they may have a gravity feeder for dry food and an electronic feeder for wet food.

While exciting in theory, smart automatic cat feeders usually disappoint. You’re paying a high premium for, essentially, a webcam and the ability to change your programs when you’re not at home. The Petmate Pet Cafe Feeder is part of a larger selection of pet products designed to keep your furry friends fed with fresh food and water. From airtight dry food storage containers to bowls for kennels and gravity water bowls, Petmate offers a wide range of products to fit your pet's needs. If you’re concerned about one of your cats stealing another kitty’s food or want to be able to feed your cat outdoors without other animals getting to their food, take a look at this microchip cat feeder. This feeder is compatible with nine, ten, and 15-digit microchip numbers. Once your cat’s microchip is scanned by the feeder, it will provide them with access to their food. For cats that are not microchipped, you can use the included RFID collar to provide your cat with access to their meal. Users report that the controls take some getting used to, but if you’re not smartphone savvy it might be a simpler option than app-controlled feeders. What We Liked:

The Makikuser Automatic Cat Feeder is the perfect solution for busy pet parents. This feeder ensures a continuous supply of food for cats and dogs, with a 3.8L large capacity that can last up to 7 days for small and medium pets, and 3 days for large pets. The gravity replenish design means that as pets gradually empty their food bowl, the feeder automatically replenishes food into the bowl, so that pets always have food when they get hungry. Rated the #1 best automatic feeder for cats and small dogs on Wirecutter, this dish-style feeder works consistently and effectively to dole out properly-portioned meals of your choice. It’s not a great choice if you’re spending more than a couple of days away from home, but it can make your daily routine a lot simpler if your cat requires special meals and treats. This WiFi-enabled, automatic pet feeder is an upright programmable pet feeder. It stores up to 32 cups of dry or semi-moist cat food and can dispense portion sizes ranging from 1/8 cup to 1 cup. Using the feeder itself or the Feeder-Robot app, you can schedule up to 8 mealtimes per day. Other models are round with multiple compartments. Owners fill each compartment with the desired amount of food. Then, at the pre-programmed time, the feeder will turn to open the door to one of the individual compartments. This automatic cat feeder looks a bit like a food-dispensing Roomba vacuum cleaner. Because it’s so low-slung, excited cats are unlikely to tip it over. And unlike some upright dispensers, your cat can’t reach into the machine to release food on their own. It’s a good choice for food-motivated cats with a tendency to beg and fight for their food.

It’s also worth noting that while many “smart” feeders double as pet cams, the Feeder-Robot does not. You also can’t record a message to play calling your cat at mealtime when food is dispensed like you can with other models like the WOPET automatic feeder. Unfortunately, some customers complained that when they use the water option it doesn’t always drain into the bowl. Pros and Cons of the PetSafe Healthy Pet Food Station Pros If you live in a multi-pet household and are purchasing a feeder for a particular cat, such as one that requires a prescription diet, it’s important to ensure the right pet is getting fed at the right time. Some feeders are triggered by an implanted microchip, so the feeder only releases kibble when the right pet is in the vicinity. This is effective for homes with multiple cats when one cat is on a special diet or needs to eat more than twice a day. Gravity feeders can be a good choice for cats who know how to self-regulate when eating. However, if your cat is prone to overeating and will continue eating simply because there is food available, a gravity feeder is probably not the right choice. If you feed wet food, a refrigerated dispenser is one of the best ways to feed your cat fresh or wet cat food while you’re away.Just as the best water fountains have a high water capacity, the best automatic feeders have large hoppers or compartments capable of storing a generous amount of food. Gravity feeders can become easy to rely on as an everyday feeding system, which is not at all how they were intended to be used. According to Wirecutter/NYT, no type of automatic feeder should substitute for human interaction and in-person care for your cat. Your cat wants to be connected and in a relationship with their humans, and meal times can be something that is a bonding experience for you and your cat. One of the unique aspects of this cat feeder is that it’s designed to keep food fresh. It has a slot for a desiccant bag insides its hopper, which absorbs moisture to prevent food from going stale, and it has an airtight seal, as well. You can even record a custom message that will play at mealtime, calling your pet to eat.