Wirksworth Dog Bowl - Large
A substantial feeding bowl built specifically for large breeds, thrown by hand on a potter's wheel in Derbyshire using traditional pottery methods. The deep interior holds generous portions of food or water suitable for Labradors, German Shepherds, Golden Retrievers and similarly sized breeds, while the extra-wide weighted base provides the exceptional stability that bigger dogs require, remaining firmly anchored even during vigorous eating or drinking. The generous capacity reduces the frequency of refilling while the substantial construction withstands the daily demands of large breed feeding.
Each bowl is fired individually in the kiln, resulting in subtle variations in glaze tone, flow, and pooling that make every piece distinct and ensure no two bowls are exactly alike. These natural variations are the hallmark of genuine handcrafted pottery, celebrating the unique character that emerges from the firing process rather than the uniformity of mass production.
Dimensions
- Diameter: 21cm
- Height: 6cm
Features
- Wheel thrown stoneware clay
- High gloss, food-safe glaze
- Dishwasher safe for easy maintenance
- Chip-resistant for daily use
- Extra-wide stable base for large breeds
- Plastic-free and non-toxic
- Suitable for both food and water
Made to Order
Handcrafted by The Wirksworth Pottery Company in the Peak District. Each bowl is individually shaped, glazed, and fired to order, receiving the traditional craftsmanship and attention to detail it deserves. Please allow approximately 3 weeks for delivery.
The Story
Watch a Labrador settle into their evening meal and you will notice the moment they find their rhythm: head down, fully absorbed, the room quiet around them. That calm deserves a bowl that holds its ground, one that does not skitter across kitchen tiles or tip under the enthusiasm of a deep-chested dog mid-drink.
Each Wirksworth bowl is thrown by hand on a potter's wheel in Derbyshire by a designer who spent years at Denby Pottery refining the craft. The clay body is dense stoneware, fired to a temperature that vitrifies the material and locks in a high-gloss, food-safe glaze, chosen in six considered colours from earthy Yellow Ochre and Monarch Burnt Orange to the quieter tones of Tallow White and Dark Verna Green. The extra-wide, weighted base is not an afterthought: it is thrown as part of the form, giving the bowl a low centre of gravity that keeps it anchored even when your dog is eating with intent.
The glaze is chip-resistant and fully dishwasher safe, making daily cleaning straightforward without any deterioration in finish over time. Because every bowl is made to order and fired individually, the glaze pools and flows in ways that are never perfectly repeated: the bowl that arrives is genuinely the only one of its kind. Please allow approximately three weeks for your order to be made.
Why we chose this
A working potter, a wheel, and a kiln in the Peak District: this is exactly the kind of considered, small-batch making we want in our homes and our dogs' daily routines.
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the dimensions of the Wirksworth Dog Bowl - Large?
The large bowl measures 21cm in diameter and 6cm in height, with a deep interior suited to generous portions for Labradors, Golden Retrievers, German Shepherds, and breeds of similar size. The extra-wide base provides stability during vigorous eating or drinking. For full capacity details, see the product description above.
Available options - colour: Dark Verna Green, Woad Navy Blue, Yellow Ochre, Tallow White, Monarch Burnt Orange, Peony Pink.
What is the Wirksworth Dog Bowl - Large made from?
Thrown from dense stoneware clay on a traditional potter's wheel, each bowl is individually glazed and fired at high temperature until the clay vitrifies and the glaze becomes a hard, non-porous surface. The food-safe, high-gloss glaze is available in six colours: Dark Verna Green, Woad Navy Blue, Yellow Ochre, Tallow White, Monarch Burnt Orange, and Peony Pink. The finished bowl is plastic-free, non-toxic, and carries natural glaze variations in tone, pooling, and flow that confirm its handmade origin.
How do I clean and care for the Wirksworth Dog Bowl - Large?
Fully dishwasher safe on a standard cycle: no hand-washing required and no special detergents needed. The chip-resistant stoneware body and fired glaze are built to withstand daily use without dulling or crazing over time. Avoid sudden temperature extremes, such as placing a cold bowl directly onto a very hot surface, to keep the glaze in its best condition for years to come.
Where is the Wirksworth Dog Bowl - Large made?
Each piece is hand-thrown to order by Wirksworth Pottery.
How long does delivery take, and what is your returns policy?
As each piece is made to order, UK delivery is typically 8 to 17 working days. UK delivery is free on orders over £75, otherwise £6.99.
We accept returns within 30 days on unused items in their original condition.
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