Brachycephalic dog owners - probably not good for your pooches (pugs, shiatzu, etc.) but perfect for my 16 and 26 pound terrier crosses. Medium size is perfect. No, they are not really raised feeders but they are off the ground and I love having removable dishes. The stands and dishes (ordered feeder and dishes as a set per one reviewer’s advice - thank you) are attractive, don't slide and the stoneware bowls are very heavy and nice. I even ordered a second set of bowls so I am not constantly washing them. The plastic base can also hold food or water, but I prefer a feeder from which I can take out and wash the food dish. I use these for food only and the medium size is perfect for the quantity off food my dogs get. Picture of pooches waiting to be fed is for size reference (and cuteness). You can see they do bend when eating.