Slow feeder bowl for Dogue de Bordeaux

Dogs that eat too fast are at real risk of bloat — a life-threatening condition especially in large, deep-chested breeds — as well as vomiting and ongoing digestive discomfort, and a well-chosen slow feeder can genuinely halve eating speed. A Dogue de Bordeaux is exactly the kind of dog where this matters most, but their broad jaw and deep facial wrinkles mean a lot of standard slow feeders simply don't work — the channels are too narrow and the ridges catch on their skin. To point you toward the right bowl, can you tell me how old your dog is, roughly how fast they're finishing meals, and whether you've noticed any vomiting or unsettled digestion afterwards?

That vomiting once or twice a week is a real sign she's eating faster than her stomach can cope with, and at 45kg she's exactly the size where you want to take bloat risk seriously. Before I recommend anything, one quick question — does she eat from a raised bowl or flat on the floor? It makes a difference to which style will slow her down most effectively.

You've got that exactly right — raised bowls have fallen out of favour for large breeds for that reason, floor level is the better call. Right, so for a Dogue de Bordeaux specifically — wide jaw, heavy jowls, those deep facial folds — you need a slow feeder with wide, open channels rather than tight maze patterns. Tight ridges will just frustrate her and won't engage her jaw properly. The one I'd go for is the Outward Hound Fun Feeder Slo-Bowl in the large size, specifically the 'Flower' or 'Swirl' pattern rather than the maze designs. The channels are wide enough for a broad muzzle, the ridges are smooth so they won't catch her wrinkles, and it's been shown to slow eating by around 10x in fast eaters. It sits flat and stable on the floor, it's dishwasher safe, and it handles large kibble well. For a dog her size bringing food back weekly, this is a straightforward fix that should show results from the first meal.

It's a fair concern. The Outward Hound Slo-Bowl has a non-slip base which handles most dogs, but Dogues de Bordeaux are strong and determined. If she does start flipping it, the simple fix is to place it inside a snuffle mat or a rubber-backed bath mat — that kills the movement entirely without needing a different bowl. Some owners also feed on a slightly textured surface like a yoga mat. That said, the bowl's weight when full and the suction-style base tends to hold even for large dogs. Give it a week before deciding she's beaten it.

Yes — split her daily portion into two meals if you're currently feeding once a day. That alone reduces the volume she's taking in at speed and gives her stomach more manageable amounts. If you're already on two meals, you could try three smaller ones temporarily while she adjusts to the slow feeder. Also keep her calm for at least 30 minutes after eating — no play, no excitement. Between the bowl and smaller portions, you should see the vomiting stop within a week or two. If it continues even after her eating pace slows down, that's worth a vet visit to rule out anything else going on.