We have 4 dogs and have always free fed them. We have both the 2.5 gallon LeBistro feeder and water container/bowl. We keep food and water out all the time and our dogs eat and drink whenever they want. We don't put them in kennels for long periods of time when we're out and they are never home alone for very long. This works well for us.
With just one dog, I would probably keep food and water available but try to better regulate the food since it is not being shared with other dogs. This would help prevent the dog from becoming sick from not eating or drinking for long periods of time. You have to be careful with small dogs like yorkies. |