Success!

So far the new feeding technique is working!  Cowboy is not only learning to slow down some when he eats, but is also learning a bit of obedience with the "sit" and "wait" commands.  The first two meals were a little touch and go, but by supper he not only would sit and wait without me even telling him, but I was able to call him off of the bowl with the cheese!  No growling, no snapping, and I was even able to pet him a little bit while he ate.  YAY!