{"product_id":"aikiou-stress-away-cat-slow-feeder","title":"Aikiou - Stress Away Cat Slow Feeder","description":"\u003cp class=\"tldr\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTL;DR:\u003c\/strong\u003e The Aikiou - Stress Away Cat Slow Feeder is a ridged dish that spreads food across a wider surface to slow down fast eaters. It suits cats who gulp their meals and works with dry, wet, or raw food.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eFast eating can lead to regurgitation and mealtime stress. This slow feeder turns each meal into a calmer, more deliberate activity by making your cat work around the ridges to reach their food.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003ch2\u003eWhat makes this slow feeder different?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eInstead of a single bowl well, the Aikiou Stress Away uses a textured, ridged surface that distributes food across a wider area. That simple change encourages your cat to pace themselves and adds a light mental enrichment element to every meal.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003ch2\u003eKey features\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003eRidged design spreads food across a wider surface to slow eating\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eHelps reduce gulping and post-meal discomfort\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eAdds mental stimulation to routine feeding\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eMade from BPA-free, pet-safe material\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eDishwasher safe and easy to clean\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eCompatible with dry, wet, and raw food\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e \u003ch2\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eAttribute\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eValue\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBrand\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAikiou\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eProduct type\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSlow feeder\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDesigned for\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCats\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMaterial\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBPA-free, pet-safe plastic\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFood compatibility\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDry, wet, raw\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCare\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDishwasher safe\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e \u003ch2\u003eWho is it for?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis feeder is built for cats who eat too quickly, cats prone to regurgitation after meals, and multi-pet households where one cat dominates the bowl. It also works well for indoor cats who benefit from a little extra mental engagement at mealtime.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAmong slow feeders for cats, this is a practical upgrade from a standard bowl — especially if you need one that handles both kibble and wet food.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003ch2\u003eHow do slow feeders for cats work?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBy spreading food across ridges instead of pooling it in a bowl, the feeder prompts a cat to lick, nudge, and reposition to access each bite. That added friction naturally extends meal time and helps reduce the gulping behaviour that leads to regurgitation.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003ch2\u003eFeeding \u0026amp; use\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor wet or raw food, spoon portions into the grooves between the ridges so your cat has to work to reach each bite. For dry kibble, this ranks among the easier slow feeders for cats to use — pour across the surface and let the pieces settle between the ridges.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRinse after each wet or raw meal to prevent residue from drying in the grooves, or run it through the dishwasher for a deeper clean. As with all slow feeders, a quick clean after every meal keeps it hygienic.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eYou may also like the \u003ca href=\"\/products\/aikiou-blue-hexa-slow-feeder\"\u003eAikiou - Hexa Dog Slow Feeder\u003c\/a\u003e and the \u003ca href=\"\/products\/aikiou-interactive-dog-slow-feeder\"\u003eAikiou - Interactive Dog Slow Feeder\u003c\/a\u003e if you have a dog at home — the same ridged approach works for slow feeders for Frenchies and other fast-eating breeds. For lick-based enrichment, consider the \u003ca href=\"\/products\/dexypaws-dog-bone-licking-mat\"\u003eDexypaws - Dog Bone Enrichment Licking Mat\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp class=\"fulfillment\"\u003eAvailable for same-day pickup at our \u003cstrong\u003eNorth York, Toronto\u003c\/strong\u003e storefront, or ships Canada-wide.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"AsharioPets","offers":[{"title":"Blue","offer_id":67627395973309,"sku":"C1088-00068","price":8.43,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0689\/6946\/3997\/files\/ShopifyAPLogo_83.png?v=1790972882","url":"https:\/\/shoppa.ca\/products\/aikiou-stress-away-cat-slow-feeder","provider":"Shoppa.ca","version":"1.0","type":"link"}