DOGNESS 4+

I have been using this feeder for the last two years and it came along way with all the updates you guys have pushed. Solved the lots of the connectivity issues. But could you put a skip meal button somewhere? It would be so much easier as I decide to feed my animals wet food often but sporadically.

If you’re reading this review chances are it’s too late to warn you about buying this feeder (not recommended).

The unfortunate reality is you’ll most likely be constantly infuriated by this app.

For example, the way every update will stop the feeder from functioning with the app, and completely wipe all relevant data from your account for some unfathomable reason. To fix this issue there is a length process to log back into your account and add the device you’re planning to use all over again. In the case of the auto feeders this will be a manual input process that moves slower than molasses and has many convoluted steps. You’ll also need to have all of your WiFi network info handy.

However, you’ll want to complete this obnoxious process every time it occurs (frequently) or the feeder will be completely nonfunctional for its intended purpose.

If you’re planning to be out of town for a day or more, do the smart thing and hire a pet sitter. Trust me when I say that you’ll likely have to do that or desperately call neighbors to help if you don’t, because the updates are random and not optional. It’s already happened to me twice and I’ve only had the feeder for a year.

I have had the smart feeder and app for years and have never had any issues. Recently, the smart feeder appears offline when I’m not connected to my home wifi. I noticed this after I updated my phone to the most recent iOS. I have tried resetting the feeder and reinstalling the app. The company suggests enabling network permissions for the app, which does not solve the problem. I can’t find any other info on this problem and it appears others are having the same issue. The feeder still operates normally, but I have no way to feed when I’m away from home or check the camera which defeats the purpose of this feeder. Please update the app ASAP!