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DIY Dog Bowl Chairs {Elevated Feeding Station}

January 7, 2013 By Jacque 81 Comments

Being DIY/crafters we often run into situations where people have old furniture that they just “knew” we could do something with.
More often that not this turns into a garage FULL of pieces I have NO clue what to do with!
So when life gives you lemons (aka furniture you have no clue what to do with) you make lemonade (aka Dog Bowl Chairs).

Elevated feeding station.  Perfect for large dogs, especially as they get older and bending to the ground becomes increasingly hard for them.

 

 Right after we were given 4 old school chairs we quickly primed two of them.
The other two were not suitable for sitting, one had a cracked seat (ouch) and the other was missing a side support.
I was getting ready to load them into my car to take them to the ReStore when my sister mentioned that Bailey (her collie) would really love a raised feeding station.
And thus began the idea of the diy dog bowl chairs using old chairs.

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Since I had the idea one would think I jumped right on that.  Well I didn’t I bought the bowls and they sat for 6 months to be exact.
That is until I got my newest most awesomest toy in the world, my Silhouette.
Talk about fun, no more excuses time to get these chairs done and get them to some use rather than collecting dust in the garage!

Before you get started with any cutting you will want to sand down your chairs, basically knock the finish down, and remove any oils that might prevent you from staining the chairs.

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I used the dog bowl (aka mixing bowl from Walgreens) as my pattern and then drew a second circle just inside the first one.
The 2nd circle will be my cutting circle, this space will create a lip for the bowl to rest on, instead of falling through!

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With your circle drawn you can drill your starter hole.
The starter hole needs to be wide enough to allow for your jig saw blade.

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Use the starter hole to insert the bit and cut your circle with the Jig Saw using the inside line.

Elevated feeding station.  Perfect for large dogs, especially as they get older and bending to the ground becomes increasingly hard for them.

Before you put your jig saw away make and do a dry fit of the bowl.
If the hole is too small do another cut.
 It’s easier to take away than it is to add back!

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Once your sure the hole is the proper size sand down any rough edges caused by using the Jig Saw.

Your chair is now ready for any word art you might want to add.
And then stain the chairs.

Elevated feeding station.  Perfect for large dogs, especially as they get older and bending to the ground becomes increasingly hard for them.

I used the same technique on the chairs as I did on my Industrial Bar Stools & Monogrammed Jewelry Box.

Elevated feeding station.  Perfect for large dogs, especially as they get older and bending to the ground becomes increasingly hard for them.

Once the stain has cured the proper amount of time, I recommend finishing the chairs with a clear protective finish like

Minwax Helmsman Spar Urethane Satin Finish.
This particular finish comes in cans for brush on and also in a spray can.
Whichever you prefer.
This will provide a hard durable finish that will stand up to even the most slobbery big dog!

Elevated feeding station.  Perfect for large dogs, especially as they get older and bending to the ground becomes increasingly hard for them.

And for those of you wondering if a dog would actually eat out of one of these elevated dog bowl contraptions …  Yes they will!

This post has been Fenway Approved – 4 paws up!

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Comments

  1. Selina@CreativeJuicesDecor says

    January 7, 2013 at 2:19 pm

    Seriously, thats GREAT! You did such a good job with something you “didn’t know what to do with” I had to do a built in area for my dog bowls otherwise I end up just kicking the dishes 🙂 I like the chair idea too though.

    http://www.creativejuicesdecor.com/2012/03/house-tour-part-three-kid-cubbies-and.html

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  2. Allison @ The Golden Sycamore says

    January 7, 2013 at 2:40 pm

    So cute! Love the chairs! I got a Silhouette recently, too. I’ve only done a couple projects with it so far, but I hope to do many more! Have fun with yours!
    Allison

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  3. Courtenay says

    January 7, 2013 at 4:41 pm

    Well, that is just awesome! I know cats really don’t need to have their bowls raised up, but I kinda want to make something like this for them anyway!

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    • Deb says

      August 21, 2013 at 1:38 pm

      I’m thinking for cats, perhaps an old wooden coffee table. That way you have room to put the dish(es) and also a lounging area for kitty. Cats like to perch anyway and it’s also a good way to keep at least the small dogs out of the cat food.

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  4. keri @ shaken together says

    January 7, 2013 at 5:14 pm

    SO so creative!! I’d need some pretty small chairs for our cats, but this would be a great reason to give into my boys’ pleas for a dog 😉

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  5. Melissa-TheHappierHomemaker says

    January 7, 2013 at 6:18 pm

    Are you kidding me? You guys are geniuses, I absolutely LOVE this! My golden would love it!

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  6. Debbie reFresh says

    January 7, 2013 at 6:59 pm

    Oh my goodness, Murphy needs these! Love them and your dog 🙂

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  7. Kelly @ Eclectically Vintage says

    January 7, 2013 at 7:49 pm

    Giving this a 5th paw up and pinning it because it’s super creative and cute!! All that’s missing is a “be merry” chair!!
    Kelly

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  8. Laura Beth says

    January 7, 2013 at 10:45 pm

    Okay, this is amazing. Our big boy Max would LOVE his own set :o)

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  9. Jessica @ Mom 4 Real says

    January 8, 2013 at 7:48 am

    These are too adorable, and would be perfect for our horse dog! Amazing!

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  10. Kelly @ View Along the Way says

    January 8, 2013 at 3:53 pm

    Great project! My dog has an elevated bowl, but it’s ugly and plastic. She’s totally jealous of Fenway. Pinned this!

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  11. Lindsey says

    January 8, 2013 at 7:20 pm

    Great idea!!! Now if only my dog was about a foot taller and I had space for two extra chairs… 🙂

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  12. kristin says

    January 8, 2013 at 11:17 pm

    OMG I love this! My dogs are too small but when we get a big dog I am so doing this! Thanks for linking up.
    XO
    Kristin

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  13. Tammy says

    January 8, 2013 at 11:30 pm

    Those turned out great! Our Jake would be sad if we did that. He like to lay down and rest while he’s “carb loading” as we call it, (he always runs to his food bowl and eats in the middle of playing). But I’ve read that elevated bowls are easier for older dogs, so this might be something for us to consider when he gets a little older. You did a really nice job! Thanks for sharing them with us 🙂

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  14. Kelly @ A Swell Place to Dwell says

    January 8, 2013 at 11:32 pm

    These are so adorable! We have a great dane, so he has to use raised dog bowls. I hope one day we can have a kitchen or mud room that is big enough to accomodate something like this. Nice way to break in the Silhouette!

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    • Jacque says

      January 10, 2013 at 2:37 pm

      Thanks Kelly! Preschool size chairs would work get for this one as well!

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  15. Christine says

    January 9, 2013 at 7:00 am

    This is absolutely AMAZING!! Great way to stop them from dragging the bowls around! So pretty!!

    Thanks so much for sharing this at The DIY Dreamer… From Dream To Reality!

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  16. Heather says

    January 9, 2013 at 9:38 am

    YOu guys are so clever!! Love this idea!! We used to own a German Shepherd, Zack, and this would have been perfect for him!

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  17. karen@somewhatquirky says

    January 9, 2013 at 11:59 am

    Wonderful. Could this mean no kicked over water bowls and less mess to clean up? Great job!

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  18. Cindy says

    January 9, 2013 at 12:49 pm

    I love this idea! My son’s dog is much bigger than my two dogs and he comes to our house every day for day care. He has to eat up on our boot bench because he hates eating on the ground. I’m going to look for old child’s chairs. I’m inspired!

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    • Jacque says

      January 10, 2013 at 2:35 pm

      Check cragislist. They don’t have to be in great condition because they aren’t for sitting! Good luck!

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  19. Jessi @ Practically Functional says

    January 9, 2013 at 5:54 pm

    Oh my gosh I love it, and I love your dog! Big slobbery dogs are totally the best. 🙂 We’ve got tiny kitties right now, but when we live in a house and have room for a big ol’ dog, this is so happening!

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    • Jessi @ Practically Functional says

      January 16, 2013 at 9:52 am

      Just wanted to let you know I featured this on my blog today! You can check it out here and grab a Featured button if you want: http://practicallyfunctional.net/2013/01/the-fun-in-functional-link-party-33/

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  20. michele@hellolovelyinc says

    January 9, 2013 at 8:55 pm

    charming!

    so happy to find your sweet blog via tuesday’s treasures!

    when you have a moment, we’d love to have you stop by to say hi!

    smiles to you.

    michele
    hello lovely inc.

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  21. katie says

    January 10, 2013 at 8:37 am

    This is too darn cute! And ironic because I posted about a dog bowl holder as well on Monday! lol.

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    • Jacque says

      January 10, 2013 at 2:34 pm

      Haha that is GREAT! Everyone keeps asking for a version for small dogs you need to post this up on Hometalk!

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  22. Laura / The Shed blog by Pet Scribbles says

    January 10, 2013 at 10:38 am

    I love this idea! And obviously – and most importantly – so does your dog! :)) Gorgeous and functional at the same time? Priceless! 🙂

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  23. laura@Top This Top That says

    January 10, 2013 at 10:59 am

    Oh, I just love this idea! What a clever way to use the old chairs. Featuring this in my weekly wow’s on Saturday.

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  24. Debbie says

    January 10, 2013 at 7:10 pm

    This idea is great for dogs as well as cats! Way to go! It’s better for the animals too. My cousin’s husband makes and sells these along with other woodworking projects…they are very popular.
    I saw you sharing with Transformation Thursday
    Debbie 🙂

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  25. Christina at I Gotta Create! says

    January 12, 2013 at 3:45 pm

    Another hit! These are marvelous. I’m pinning!

    <3 Christina at I Gotta Create!
    Wildly Original linky party is open

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  26. Carrie @ My Favorite Finds says

    January 12, 2013 at 9:02 pm

    So,this is super cool and very creative! Thanks for sharing at Pinworthy Projects.

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  27. Ruth @ Living Well Spending Less says

    January 13, 2013 at 1:56 pm

    Those are absolutely darling! Great job!

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  28. Lisa {Sweet 2 Eat Baking} says

    January 13, 2013 at 4:04 pm

    These are so cute, and pretty I’m digging the idea. Now I wish I had a dog to make some of these. You think they’d work for a parrot? 😆

    I suppose for those that have smaller dogs and the chairs seem too high, they cut cut some of the legs off to make them the right size for their dog too.

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  29. Dana {CraftedNiche} says

    January 13, 2013 at 7:19 pm

    This is so cute! I made a much shorter (but same concept!) one for my little Jack Russell out of a step stool. Thanks for sharing!

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  30. Heidi says

    January 13, 2013 at 11:23 pm

    Love them! Great idea!!

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  31. Monica says

    January 14, 2013 at 11:10 am

    So clever and cute! I know all about being given old things because “you’re crafty, you’ll find something to do with it.” If I keep getting stuff we’re going to have to get a garage just to put it all in 😉
    PS: Your dog is beautiful! I want to reach through the screen and pet him.

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  32. Megan says

    January 14, 2013 at 11:46 am

    These are so adorable! I would love for you to come link up to my Get Social Sunday party and follow along. What a great idea for others to see!
    http://alivedinhome.blogspot.com/2013/01/get-social-sunday_12.html

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  33. Tracy Joyner says

    January 14, 2013 at 12:45 pm

    THE coolest idea EVER 🙂

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  34. Debbie says

    January 15, 2013 at 10:39 am

    Holy Cow! Those are so stinkin’ adorable! What a crazy, unique and fun project. They turned out absolutely awesome. I’m really impressed. Can you tell? Found you over at the CRAFT Monday Funday party. It’s my first visit to your blog, but I’ll be back for sure. Have a great day!

    Debbie

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  35. Rachel says

    January 15, 2013 at 3:22 pm

    I love this!! So perfect! Stylish and totally functional.

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  36. Shannah @ Just Us Four says

    January 16, 2013 at 7:24 am

    This is such an awesome idea. Larger dogs, especially, need an elevated bowl to be comfortable when eating/drinking. Glad to see Fenway enjoys it!

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  37. Crystelle Boutique says

    January 16, 2013 at 10:23 am

    How fun! Those vintage chairs are adorable. What a lucky dog!
    And cute too!

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  38. Ginger says

    January 17, 2013 at 8:58 am

    Love it! I know my lab shepherd mix would love it too.

    Check out my Show & Tell party this week. It would be great if you linked up this project. http://www.gingerlymade.com/2013/01/show-tell-9.html

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  39. Leen says

    January 17, 2013 at 9:38 am

    I love this! We have a 14 and a half year old lab /corgi mix who has been laying on the floor while he eats. I bet he would love a raised bowl!

    I am going to have James teach me to work with power tools. Every cool project like this I see I think “I wish I could do that!”

    Sorry we didn’t get a chance to meet at the Southern Bloggers Conference. Looking forward to meeting you both at Haven 🙂

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  40. Nancy says

    January 17, 2013 at 1:56 pm

    Brilliant and amazing! I laughed out loud when I saw this!
    Love for you to stop by and check out some of my project:
    http://www.dosmallthingswithlove.com
    Also, I host and “oldies” link party on Tuesdays–a way to get come traffic out of our awesome, but old projects we posted long ago.
    Hope to see you there–and excited to be following you via rss.
    Nancy

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  41. Charlene@APinchofJoy.com says

    January 19, 2013 at 5:54 pm

    So clever and cute!!! Projects sometimes are like fine wine — they just need to age. Six months sounds about right! Thanks so much for sharing on Busy Monday!

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  42. Kimm at Reinvented says

    January 21, 2013 at 6:33 pm

    Wow, the ultimate Trash to Treasure for pet lovers! Fantastic job! Great pics too! 🙂 I have a 3 month old lab puppy that likes to pick up his bowls and run around the house with them as soon as they’re empty. This would fix that habit!

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  43. DeNacho says

    January 22, 2013 at 10:02 am

    LOVE IT! we did something similar for our boxers, building in their feeding stations to our kitchen island (based on an old modification to our old kitchen years ago) – http://blondemafia.blogspot.com/2011/08/dinner-is-served.html. i can truly appreciate anyone that places that kind of importance on their 4-legged kids! great job! i’m recommending this to a friend of a friend who has Great Danes!

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  44. Jocie@OPC The Better Half says

    January 22, 2013 at 10:39 am

    Jacque, I may have to go get a dog so I can do this! I even have one of those little chairs! You guys are just doing some amazing projects!! 🙂 Thanks so much for linking up.

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  45. Inspire Me Heather says

    January 30, 2013 at 9:44 am

    Hello you guys! I love, love, love your chairs – that’s too cool! I’ve got these linked to my “pets” post too today – rounding up ideas to decorate around and with pets!

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  46. Mark Jones says

    March 24, 2014 at 3:13 am

    That is absolutely superb. Instead of throwing used chairs, using them in this way will be undeniably perfect. Thanks a lot for reaching out and sharing this info. Keep up the good work.

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  47. Rilane says

    June 23, 2014 at 8:24 am

    Wow. The first time I see so strange and fantastic DIY. I wonder where you get such ideas 🙂

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  48. Gilly @ Colour Saturated Life says

    February 10, 2015 at 8:35 am

    I need one of these so my chihuahua can’t get to my cats food! The cat could jump up to eat and drink and the dog is stuck on the ground! Awesome Idea!

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  49. Sarah J says

    February 10, 2015 at 10:30 am

    Popping over from The Makers Linky Party =) If I had the space, my next dog would have those. Very clever! Be sure to share your crafts & DIYs at Two Uses Tuesday (Mon 11pm EST to Fri 11pm EST, February is a month long!) over at Sarah Celebrates if you don’t already!

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  50. Jeanette says

    April 8, 2015 at 1:07 pm

    Totally awesome and very creative!

    Reply

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