Cat Mate C500 Automatic 5 Bowl Digital Timer-Controlled Pet Feeder - For Cats and Small Dogs, Wet or Dry Food, includes Twin Ice Packs, 5 Meals Up To 330 g Each, White

Maurice here, the elder statesman of the house. I like my meals on time, without fuss, and preferably before those two hooligans, Claude and Hygge, come tearing through like a hurricane. Thankfully, with two of these brilliant machines, my refined dining experience remains undisturbed.Now, Claude and Hygge? They don’t take food as seriously as they should. They bolt, chase each other, knock things over, and then return later for their rations. Thankfully, the C500 doesn’t mind their erratic ways—it just sits there, like a trusty jail warden, serving up meals whether they remember to show up or not.The humans call it “prison” when they leave us for a few days, but to be honest, it’s hardly hard time when you’ve got five hidden food compartments per machine, a digital timer that ensures precision feeding, and even ice packs to keep things fresh (though I’d much prefer it kept things warm—but alas, no justice in the feline penal system).After four days of “solitary confinement” (as the humans dramatically put it), they return, expecting cuddles and no resentment. Well, maybe I’ll let them off easy—after all, this machine kept us fed and in top condition while they were off gallivanting.Verdict?Claude and Hygge say: “A lifesaver for two scatterbrained cats who forget to eat.”Maurice says: “A well-oiled machine that ensures dining order is maintained. I approve.”Five stars. Now, where’s my next meal?

The Cat Mate C500 Automatic Pet Feeder has completely transformed meal times for my cat – and for me! The digital timer is simple to set, and the five bowl compartments are perfect for wet or dry food. It’s been a lifesaver when I’m out for the day or need a lie-in without feline demands at dawn.The ice packs keep wet food fresh, and the lid locks securely – no chance of sneaky paws breaking in early! The feeder is sturdy, easy to clean, and surprisingly quiet.If you’re looking for peace of mind and a happy, well-fed pet, this feeder is worth every penny. Highly recommended!

This ‘Millennium Falcon’ style feeder has 5 food tray compartments but as one is always open, the maximum useable compartments are effectively 4. This gives a maximum of four controlled feeds.I found it a bit complicated to get my head around the feeding options. This is why it only gets 4 stars. The instructions are not explicit. Don’t let that put you off, it’s given us numerous last minute away days without getting in a cat sitter!Here is what I understand.You can have a maximum of four meals served automatically at set times, with the following provisos:-You can set 1 meal per day, at the same time each day for a maximum of four days.ORYou can set 2 meals per day over a maximum of two days each pair at the same time.ORYou can set 4 meals to be served at different set times over one 24 hr period.I have two c500 feeders working ‘in parallel’ and use them as 4 day feeders, one delivering a morning feed At 7am each day, the other delivering an evening feed at 7pm each day.It is tricky keeping the cat food fresh ( we use fresh fish offcuts) but by using the provided freezer blocks and filling trays with frozen and part defrosted fish pieces, have managed four days feeding on a couple of occasions.I have to say 4 days using frozen fresh fish is really pushing the limits, especially if the weather turns very warm.Note , this in combination with a large dry food hopper and large water fountain. However the c500s are mostly used when we are away for one or two days, and at this they are excellent .Tip- to keep the food cooler for longer, using a couple of layers of non slip mats to help raise the feeder off the floor, adding to the insulation. It’s is very light, even loaded with food and the non slip mats stop it moving when the greedy furry thing really gets stuck in. It does have permanent screw down anchor points if needed but we find non slip mats easy to use and clean.Our Bengal cat does not attempt to break in to the feeder, which we simply leave on non slip mats on the kitchen floor and I think it would take a powerful animal to do so. It has screw down anchor points if needed, should your cat insists on trying to relocate it and a pretty much foolproof clipped down top to prevent Intrusion.As a reliable cat feeder, I recommend the c500. However, I suspect when you come to read the instructions, and try to work out the electronic timer options, you will realise why I only gave 4 stars to what is otherwise a good product.

This is perfect - if your cat will use it!It will arrive in a sturdy cardboard container, with clear English instructions. Take the layers apart and check them against the instructions; it's really obvious what goes where and does what. Then add the batteries to their compartment and set the timer part. I am very good at making a mess of setting timers but I got this right first time. When the time comes for the compartment to open it does so easily and the whole compartment is then revealed. Re-filling and cleaning are easy to do because the layers are easy to remove and return, they fit and lock positively so you know you've got it right, and you can see which compartment needs to be in the start position.Please don't forget that you'd have to supply water and, depending on time scale, probably other food. I used mine for wet food so I could provide a separate supply of dry food. I had it in a cool room and providing food over approximately 12 hours.I bought it so that a friend looking after my cat could set it up at the start of the day and not have to come back until the next. The Cat Mate worked just fine. Unfortunately I couldn't teach my cat to use it. He's old and deaf and, although the noise when the compartments move round is - if you're asleep - a bit noisy - he remained oblivious to it. I opted to not teach an old cat new tricks but that's not the fault of this product. I still recommend it.

Perfect item to ensure our cat gets his food on time if we happen to be late home from work.The ice packs under the food tray are a great idea to ensure the food stays fresh if pre loaded.No issues with noise which was our concern, in fact he hears it and knows it time to eat!