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What is a Dog Lick Mat?

Simply apply your dog's favorite recipe spread, such as peanut butter or yogurt, deep into the grooves of your lick mat, and watch as they enjoy a delicious and stimulating treat. For an extra challenge, freeze the lick mat and turn it into a refreshing summer treat that your pup will love. Our lick mats are made with durable, easy-to-clean materials and come in a variety of shapes and sizes to suit any breed or appetite.

Benefits of Lick Mats & Puzzle Bowls for Dogs

1

Mind Games

Adds a fun challenge to mealtime, providing mental stimulation. Regular bowls do not provide a brain exercise or good eating habits.

2

Healthy Digestion & Mouth

Encourages taking time to enjoy food, aiding digestion and nutrient absorption. The act of licking can help clean the tongue, improving oral hygiene and resulting in fresher breath.

3

Stress Reduction

Licking releases endorphins, helping to calm and soothe your dog, making lick mats especially useful during stressful situations like thunderstorms or fireworks.

4

Durable and Lasting

Crafted from high-quality rubber in North America, these mats are designed to withstand the long run, offering long-lasting fun and value for money. Dishwasher safe.

4 Easy Dog Lick Mat Recipes

Choosing The Right Enrichment Mat

Rubber Lick Mat

A lick mat is a textured rubber mat designed to spread soft foods and treats across its surface. This innovative tool encourages dogs to lick and savor their treats slowly, which not only prolongs their enjoyment but also has calming effects. Licking releases endorphins, promoting relaxation and reducing anxiety. Moreover, the consistent licking aids in cleaning the dog's tongue and stimulating saliva production, benefiting dental health.

Nylon Puzzle Bowl

Puzzle bowls are intricately designed feeding tools that turn mealtime into a brain-engaging game for dogs. With various compartments and obstacles, these bowls challenge dogs to think and strategize in order to access their food. This design inherently slows down their eating pace, minimizing the risk of rapid consumption and subsequent issues like bloating. Made often from durable plastic, they also cater to different levels of canine intelligence and curiosity, ensuring meals are both fun and mentally stimulating.

Lick Mats Vs. Puzzle Bowls

ProductsLick MatPuzzle Bowls
What is it used for?

Slow eating, rewarding snack, stress relief

Very slow eating, very rewarding

Sensory Experience

Very soothing to lick the different textures

None

Stress Relief
Dental Health
Easy To Clean (dishwasher)
Odor and Stains
Difficulty Level

Easy to get started! Minimal Challenge

Can be very challenging

Texture

Soft Rubber

Rigid Plastic

Promotes Slower Eating

Yes, but not quite as much

Yes! very challenging and rewarding for eating

When choosing between Yak Chews and Bully Sticks, several factors come into play. Both are excellent choices, but each has its unique features:

Consider Choosing lick mats for a calming and versatile treat experience. Opt for puzzle bowls for challenging and mentally stimulating mealtimes. Every dog is different; try both to find the perfect fit!

Should I Get a Lick Mat or Puzzle Bowl?

Choosing the right dog toy from countless options can be daunting, but with WoofCrate, it's a walk in the park!

Dog Lick Mat: Crafted for those gentle souls who relish a soothing activity. Perfect for dogs who prefer quieter playtimes, our lick mats are more than just toys. They promote calm behavior, reduce anxiety, and can be smeared with their favorite spreads for a delightful treat. If your furry friend gets excited by different textures and enjoys a more pacified play, then a lick mat is just what you need.

Dog Puzzle Bowl: Stimulate those canine brains with our innovative puzzle bowls. Not only do they offer a fun mental challenge, but they also aid in promoting healthier eating habits. If you've got a fast eater or a pup who loves solving mysteries, these bowls are the answer to making mealtime engaging.

Still on the fence? Dive into our Lick Mat and Puzzle Bowl Discovery Bundle. It’s the perfect way to introduce your dog to both worlds. Each bundle comes with a lick mat and a puzzle bowl, accompanied by your choice of our top-rated lick mat proteins. Let your dog sample, play, and decide — though don't be surprised if both toys become household favorites!

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Should I Get a Lick Mat or Puzzle Bowl?

Should I Get a Lick Mat or Puzzle Bowl?

Lick Mat Questions

Below are some questions and answers to popular lick mat questions.

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