If you’ve ever tried to sleep through the sunrise only to wake up to puppy paws on your face or worse: a hangry howl that could outdo a fire alarm, then you can probably understand why I started researching automatic feeders. My sweet pup, Dash, feels breakfast should be served at the first sign of chirping birds. And although I love my pup even more than my morning coffee (barely), I love my sleep even more.
That’s when I found the Closer Pets Five-meal Automatic Cat & Dog Feeder with Digital Timer, which happens to be on sale for $74.99 at Chewy (was $104.50). And you bet it has been a total game-changer for both dogs and myself.
Key Features That Won Me Over
• 4 set meals + 1 manual serving – Excellent for busy workdays or on the weekends when I sleep in.
• Works for wet and dry food – Dash is on a mix of Chewy dog food and fresh wet food, so this part is great.
• Stainless steel bowl inserts – 5 total, BPA and BHT free, dishwasher safe and just super easy to keep clean.
• Ice packs included – Keeps wet food fur-esh while I’m at work.
• Battery-powered — Runs on three AA batteries, which means no cords for Dash to chew (yes, hes’s tried).
It weighs 3.8 pounds and is 11.75 inches across, so it’s small enough for my kitchen corner, but it does hold up to 3.75 lbs of food plenty for my little fluffball.
How It Fits Into Our Routine
Before we had this feeder, I would either be rushing to get home for lunch to feed Dash or using bribery and giving him extra dog treats to hold him over. Now, I can just set it and forget it. The digital timer is easy to program
What Other Pet Parents Say
Looking through customer reviews on TrustPilot (and my own experience) there is quite a bit of love for this feeder:
• “My first one that I received lasted four years and I’ve just ordered my second.”
• “Easy to program, runs on batteries, and does exactly what it’s supposed to do.”
From what I read on Trustpilot, Chewy’s customer service also gets rave reviews, especially in the tough moments, like sending sympathy gifts when an owner’s pet passes away. People also love their convenience when ordering Chewy dog food, meds, and yes, even dog treats. Having said that, the odd review does mention hitches like delayed shipments or gift card redemption hurdles.
Final Review from a Dog Mom
The Closer Pets Five-meal Automatic Feeder is definitely worth the $74.99. It is sturdy, easy to use, and keeps Dash’s tail wagging (and my mornings uneventful). Considering its fresh-food capability, robust construction, and reliability, it is, without a doubt, an investment in both the well-being of your pet and peace of mind.
If you are a busy pet-parent with a job or travel frequently and sometimes just want a quiet morning – this feeder could be your new best friend after your furry one of course.
ReviewBinge Rating: 4.7/5 paws