Can I use wet food in an automatic feeder?

Most automatic feeders are designed for dry kibble only. Some models have ice pack compartments for wet food, but these only keep food fresh for 6–8 hours. For wet food, look for tray-style feeders with cooling.

Will my cat figure out how to break into the feeder?

Clever cats can paw food out of some feeders. Look for locking lids and enclosed dispensing chutes. The PetSafe and PETLIBRO both use enclosed auger systems that are difficult for pets to access.

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