No, we have never used elevated food dishes for any of our dogs. Doodle inherited Roxy's food and water dishes and Tessa got a new set of her own (on the smaller side). Guess they will have to switch in 6 months because Tessa is now the same size as Heinz. Had considering switching due to bloat in boxers, but after researching and reading (particulary BW info links), stayed with our decision of feeding from regular dishes. Of course, on a lighter note, Tessa has her own form of elevated feeding - counters and tables
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