For pet owners who are concerned that eating out of a ground-level bowl may be putting a crimp in your pup's lifestyle (or neck), take a look at the ergonomic Ultra Bowl Boosters from WetNoZ. Designed to hold their sleek, dual-purpose bowls, which act both as dishes and as scoops for dry food, the boosters come in two sizes (Big Pooch and Lil Pup) and raise bowls from 6-12 inches off the ground.

I have to say that I have never noticed a cat or dog - these bowls are uni-species - appearing to experience discomfort while eating, so buying these will not increase your pet's happiness as much as simply giving them more food would. If you have a modern home, the stainless steel and aluminum boosters will look fantastic, though, and definitely more stylish than a round, plastic bowl on the floor. Prices are $55 for large, $45 for small. Bowls sold separately.