I find if youo have one dog free feeding maybe easier if they know their limits but with 3 dogs. Moki would eat all the food. With Whimsy a close second. And Winnie would get none. I measure all their food and feed in separate bowls. Winnie gets hers baby gated into the kitchen. The two finish almost the same time but Winnie takes longer. For me it works best because I know who eats what and how much. Yorkies and other small dogs you really dont want over weight for their health. Most all dogs but seems Porkies get knee aches |