Maintain control over the food, and call each dog separately to its bowl. Once the dogs have finished eating, remove the bowls from the feeding areas.
Depending on the layout of your kitchen, you may be able to feed the dog away from the main cooking area but still within the kitchen area.
If your dog lives outside, make sure you remove your dog’s feeding dish and any remaining food after each feeding. Clean the bowls thoroughly afterwards, and store them indoors.
You can buy bowls that attached to the walls of the crate. These will prevent your dog from knocking their food or water over.
For example, you should take account of when your dog will need to eat and whether you will be home for scheduled feeding times.
This method works well for households with more than one dog, as it can prevent scuffles over food that is left out beyond the immediate mealtime.
This method works well for households that have only one dog but can cause conflict if you have multiple dogs who may try to consume their friend’s food.
