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Gardner Pet Automatic Dog Water Dispenser Gravity Stainless Steel Waterer & Food Feeder Set, 100% BPA Free Large Capacity Feeding Bowls for Medium & Large-Sized Dogs Cats Other Pets -(1 Gallon x2) Review

By Dr. Lena Ortiz · Canine wellness writer · Published 2026-05-13 · Updated 2026-07-09

4.3 (3,263) Amazon rating$39.99300+ bought last month

Our verdict

The Gardner Pet HK161 is a BPA free stainless steel gravity feeder and waterer set built for bigger capacity, a solid choice for cat or dog households that want fewer refills without any power or app setup.

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Best for

Cat and dog owners who want a larger, 1 gallon capacity gravity food and water set that does not need batteries or a schedule.

Skip if

Skip if you need portion control or a feeding timer, since this is a gravity system with no schedule.

  • Breed size Medium
  • Weight 2.07 Kilograms
  • Priced 15% below the category median ($46.99 across 51 tracked models)

Our scorecard

4.3/5 overall
  • Owner rating4.3/5

    4.3 average across 3,263 owner ratings

  • Popularity4.3/5

    3,263 owner reviews, more than most models here

The overall score is owner satisfaction weighted by how many reviews back it, so a high rating from few reviews counts for less. The bars below show where this model stands against the other dog and cat food, health, gear and grooming we track in this category on price, popularity and size. Context, not marks against it, and our read of the data, not a lab test.

Overview

The HK161 is Gardner Pet's larger gravity set, pairing a 1 gallon food feeder with a 1 gallon water dispenser, both made from BPA free stainless steel. It is listed for cats and dogs, with a breed recommendation covering all breed sizes, and requires no batteries or cords.

The set weighs about 2.07 kilograms, roughly 4.6 pounds, and measures 13.2 by 7.8 by 16.73 inches, tall enough to hold a decent reserve of food and water for multi-pet homes. Care instructions call for cleaning after use, and there is no dishwasher-safe rating listed.

At $39.99, it has a 4.3 star rating across 3,263 reviews with about 300 units bought in the past month, a respectable track record, though a bit more modest than Gardner's smaller two-in-one set.

Pros

  • 1 gallon capacity on both the food and water sides for fewer refills
  • BPA free stainless steel construction
  • Works for both cats and dogs, all breed sizes
  • No batteries, cords, or app required
  • Large review base of 3,263 ratings

Cons

  • No portion control or feeding schedule
  • Gravity flow can overfill the bowl if levels are not checked
  • No dishwasher-safe rating listed, hand washing recommended

Specifications

Breed size
Medium
Weight
2.07 Kilograms

Performance notes

Capacity is listed at 3.85 liters, about 1 gallon, with the set weighing 2.07 kilograms and standing 16.73 inches tall. It is built from stainless steel and rated for dry food.

What buyers say

A 4.3 star average from 3,263 reviews with roughly 300 units bought in the past month shows steady, if not standout, demand for this larger gravity set.

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Frequently asked questions

How much food and water does the HK161 hold?

Each side holds about 1 gallon, roughly 3.85 liters of capacity, giving multi-pet households a decent reserve before needing a refill.

Will it work for dogs as well as cats?

Yes, the target species listed covers cats and dogs, and the breed recommendation is for all breed sizes.

Does it require batteries or a schedule?

No. It is a gravity-fed set with no batteries, cords, or app, so it works continuously as your pet eats and drinks, but it also has no way to limit portions or set meal times.

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