The PetSafe Smart Feed 2 is an app-controlled automatic pet feeder with accurate auger-based dispensing, 12 meals per day scheduling, and a slow-feed mode that disperses meals over 15 minutes. Available on Amazon.ca (ASIN B08G9QDTMM) at around $189 CAD.
| Capacity | 24 cups (6 lbs dry kibble) |
| Feedings | Up to 12 meals/day |
| Portion Size | 1/8 cup increments (1/8 to 4 cups) |
| Connectivity | Wi-Fi 2.4GHz |
| App | PetSafe app for iOS/Android |
| Slow Feed | Slow feed option disperses food over 15 minutes |
| Power | AC adapter + backup batteries |
"My dog is on a strict 1.5 cup diet for weight loss and this dispenses exactly 1.5 cups every time. After three months she's lost 4 lbs and her joint pain has improved. The accuracy is what makes it worth the price."
Source: Amazon reviewer
"I travel for work regularly and being able to push a feeding from the airport if my flight is delayed has been a lifesaver. My dog gets fed on time and I don't have to call in favors from neighbours."
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"The slow feed mode fixed my dog's fast-eating vomiting problem completely. He used to inhale his food and vomit within 10 minutes. Now he gets it dispensed over 15 minutes and keeps every meal down."
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"Four-day weekends covered without a pet sitter. Load the hopper Friday morning, set the schedule, and my dog gets her meals on time all weekend while I'm at the cottage."
Source: Amazon reviewer
App firmware update killed my schedule…
After an automatic firmware update my scheduled meals stopped firing. I didn't notice until I got home and my dog was obviously hungry. PetSafe support resolved it but I now double-check after any app update.
Source: Amazon reviewerWon't connect to my 5GHz network…
Spent 45 minutes trying to connect it before reading the fine print — 2.4GHz only. My router needed a separate SSID for 2.4GHz and the setup process was frustrating for what should be a simple pairing.
Source: Amazon reviewerKibble goes stale faster than expected…
I noticed my dog was less interested in his food after a few days. The hopper isn't truly airtight and the kibble exposure to air affects freshness. Fine for 2-3 day fills but I wouldn't load it for a full week.
Source: RedditThe bowl is hard to clean properly…
Kibble dust and oils build up in the bowl corners and the dispenser chute. It's not dishwasher safe and hand-cleaning the inside requires a small brush. Took me 20 minutes the first time I deep cleaned it.
Source: Amazon reviewerThe PetSafe Smart Feed 2 is the best app-controlled automatic feeder for dogs on strict portion management, with genuinely accurate dispensing and useful features like slow-feed mode and manual push-feeding. The Wi-Fi setup limitations and occasional app reliability issues are real friction points, and the price is high for what you get versus simpler mechanical feeders. Buyers who specifically need precise portion control, remote feeding capability, or slow-feed functionality will find the Smart Feed 2 worth the premium.
