DIY Dog Feeder

Dogs need to be fed every day. If you are going out of town or have a long day at work, you may need a way to feed your dog automatically. By rigging up an old plastic bottle to its feeding tray, gravity will feed your dog without fail--or at least until he eats it all.

Things You'll Need

  • Plastic water jug
  • Sharp knife
  • Baking tray
  • Dry dog food
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Instructions

    • 1

      Cut a rectangular slit near the base of a milk jug or water jug. Set the jug on its base. Cut the hole so it is long enough to span the width of the bottle and about one inch high. The slit should be as close to the bottom of the jug as possible so the food will fall out when it is needed.

    • 2

      Set the jug onto the cooking tray. Leave enough space on the tray in front of the slit so your dog will have access to the fallen food. It is best to use a cooking tray that has raised edges so the food will not fall onto the floor.

    • 3

      Remove the cap of the jug and fill the jug with food. Replace the cap securely. Some food will fall onto the tray when it is full. When the dog eats some food from the tray, gravity will pull food down through the slit to replace it.