How To Make a Dog Food Station in the Kitchen

Raising and owning a dog is rewarding, but it's also hard work. It's smart to set up a dog food station somewhere in your house, preferably the kitchen as it will be easiest to clean up. Dogs and puppies can create quite a mess while eating. Picking a location and setting up a fresh food and water area is key to setting up a station for your dog or puppy.

Things You'll Need

  • Dog food bowl Water bowl Floor mat Cabinets Dog treats and containers
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Instructions

    • 1

      Choose a place in your kitchen for the dog food station. It must be in an area that's out of the way, and if you have small children, it should be a place that they cannot access. If you have a dog door or doggie bed in the kitchen, consider setting up the station nearby so your dog can have his resources all in one area.

    • 2

      Place a large mat in the chosen area. It should be made of plastic or vinyl so it can be easily cleaned, with an anti-sliding material on the bottom so it sticks to the floor. The mat should be large enough for the dog to stand on with a food and water bowl.

    • 3

      Choose a food and water bowl system that's suitable for your dog. Water systems can range from a large bowl of water that you change every day, to a more advanced filtration and cycling system. Some food bowls use a portion system, where only one portion of the food is accessible each day. Or you can choose a bowl that you refill yourself. The choice depends upon your dog and how much money you want to spend.

    • 4

      Set up a cabinet in your kitchen with your dog's treats, bones, brushes and leashes, if desired.