Recommendations from experience
Anti-slip bowls are great as majority of them are shallow and made from stainless steel or ceramic which makes them easy to clean. They can be placed on any type of flooring and stops your cat from pushing them around while trying to eat. Always make sure you use a clean bowl for each meal.
Auto feeders are a nice to have and not a necessity for senior cats. They are great for setting routines and helping your cat stick to their diet if they are on a strict routine and medication. They keep your cats food fresh and locked so your cat cannot break in for extra meals. You can normally set multiple timers and some dispensers are designed for households with multiple cats. Always check the feeder supports the size of your dry food before purchasing.
We have had the same auto feeder for years with no issues. Depending on your budget newer dispensers have Wi-Fi and cameras built in to suit your lifestyle. There are wet food auto feeders on the market but we only have experience with dry food dispensers.
There has always been a big debate whether raised bowls are better for cats. All cats have their own personalities so you might find one thing that may not work for another. We do however recommend making sure your cat's bowls are wide enough and not too deep for their size. Your senior cat will have good days and bad days when trying to eat.
If they have arthritis or sore joints and depending on what medication or supplements they are taking, you will find some days they want to stand and others sit to eat. We recommend buying raised bowls that allow you to take the bowl out of the stand. This allows you to cater for their needs and swap out bowls between meals. Always make sure you use a clean bowl for each meal.
These are not a necessity but definitely help to keep your cats area clean and tidy. Especially if they are messy eaters and drinkers. Mats can be found in all shapes, sizes and colours so you can find one that suits your cat or their feeding area. Easy to wipe over and some are dishwasher friendly.
This is a product that we talked about for years but never committed to buying. Since purchasing one, Colin prefers it over other bowls of water. We still recommend having other bowls of water around the house as senior cats will struggle getting around and might prefer a closer bowl.
Water fountains come in all shapes and sizes. If your cat has epilepsy we recommend finding one that trickles and not shoots water up as this can cause a seizure. Some spouts can be removed. Cats prefer cold running water and this is a great purchase to keep them happy.
