A nourishment station for a pet, such as a dog or cat, includes a bowl and a mat or pad combination where the bowl fits within an opening of the mat or pad. A flange at the bottom of the bowl secures the bowl to the mat or pad and allows the bowl to be held against a floor or other surface by the mat or pad. The mat or pad is sized such that the pet must stand on the mat or pad when approaching the bowl such that the pets own weight prevents the pet from being able to overturn or move the bowl.
