Tuff Soother Slow Feeder Lick Mat for Dogs, Turquoise, Boredom Aid

I have a giant schnauzer with some behavioral issues. I have tried every puzzle out there and by far this is the FIRST puzzle that ACTUALLY works. I’ve tried many different sniffle mates but they just always ended up getting messy and was finding kibbles all over my floor after. Plus he got pretty bored and for him to be engaged I had to sit with him as he was using the sniffle mats which defeated the purpose of him entertaining himself while I could do my own thing (such as eating dinner without being disturbed lol). I’ll be honest, I was a little skeptical but was willing to try anything. I thought it would be something like the Kong (which also didn’t work too well for my dog and was even more messier than the sniffle mats). I was completely WRONG! First off, it is SUPER easy to use! I mean I can spread the wet food in less than 5 mins and it’s ready. Another cool thing, when I used the KONG, I had to make sure I freeze it overnight, with this I can spread the wet food on at 6:00 PM and by 8 PM it’s completely frozen! My recommendation is to spread it in the middle bc I noticed when I spread it all the way to the corners he usually ignores that area. SO EASY to clean! But try to clean it right after your dog is finished so that it doesn’t dry up in the crevices. When he’s done I simply rinse it off in the sink and it removes any left over food. The one and only downfall, is that it only last for about 15 mins but that could be just bc I have a large dog so I do hope in the future they come out with larger sizes. Even 15 mins of distraction helps me eat half my dinner in peace lol. Freezing it will definitely help make it last longer, I feel like for a small dog it would probably last even longer. I also included a photo, my dog is a little bit of a chewer and he did chew off a few pieces of the rubber but it did not ruin the product whatsoever bc the spread still goes over it perfectly fine. Overall 5 STARS!!!!! If the owner of the product is reading this review, please consider making larger mats :)

Super easy to use and clean. I put the Kong Easy Treat peanut butter on the mat. My dog lays on the floor with it between her paws, eyes closed... licking. lol Simply clean by running under faucet.

I feed my four cats wet food, but if I put it out in bowls the fast eaters gobble it all up before the slow eaters are done. And it's too much hassle to feed them all in separate rooms! (And sometimes the fast eaters just barf it up after.) After much trial and error, I finally settled on these mats. Puzzle feeders are basically for dry kibble. The ceramic slow feeders also don't work very well for wet food and are annoying to fill and clean. The soft silicone lick mats are OK, but three of my four cats tend to gnaw them and flop them around, even the ones with suction cups. Anyway, these tougher "tuff" feeders hold up pretty well, stay put, and turn my cats into contentedly grazing cows, not poaching eat-and-run gobblers. I use the "playmate" models, which have fairly large cells that aren't too frustrating, load them with one swipe of a large flat spatula, and rinse them out -- the mats, not the cats -- with the sink sprayer. The downside is that I've reconciled myself to replacing them -- again, the mats, not the cats, although I reserve my options -- after my gnaw-babies wear them out and before they start ingesting bits of (non-toxic) rubber. Update: I'm still using these for my cats, to draw out mealtime and keep them from poaching each other's dinner. I'm reconciled to having to monitor meals, to keep my clowder licking, not gnawing -- it's easy to hear the difference! -- and remove the mats before the cats start in on the rubber. The mats do wear out, however, and I do wish these were less expensive. Probably worth it, though: the cheaper mats just don't hold up.

No, you will not find me licking the lickimat myself, however, I love it nonetheless. This has been an awesome way to entertain my dog on very long car rides, when clipping his nails (which he hates), or just to relax him when he’s full of puppy energy. I have a few different styles of lickimats, and once at a family gathering with multiple dogs, we filled the lickimats with peanut butter and gave them to each of the dogs so they did not make their rounds begging family members for food. We all ate in peace (including the doggos!). These seem to take dogs longer to clean out the snack than most Kong styles, and freezing adds on more time for fun! Often after using the lickimat, my dog lays down to rest, as licking is a soothing activity for most dogs. Highly recommend! Note: this style does not have suction, but if I place it against the wall, I do not have issue with it sliding around. It is easy to clean with dish soap and a spray nozzle, but has also survived many rounds in the dishwasher! Also, always watch your dog while giving them this so they don’t start to chew! Most dogs I’ve used these with had the instinct to lick it, but some would try to chew if it got tricky (for the last of the peanut butter). If your dog is a chewer, I suggest holding the lickimat up for them and giving them lots of praise for licking it correctly so they learn how to use the fun new toy safely!

I have a rescue dog that has a lot of anxiety, including (but not limited to) separate anxiety. This is a great item to give him when I need to leave the house. I cheat and buy dog safe baby food (dog safe meaning veggies & fruits that dogs can eat). I add the baby food, stick it in the freezer overnight, and give it to him as I leave the house for work. It takes him 20-25 minutes to clean it out, then he sleeps with my other dog for the rest of the day. I also use this when I have people come over. This did not 100% solve his separation anxiety, it is a single tool that I use along with other tools to help him. He does not understand the concept of a Kong, and will not like food or treats out of it. This is a great alternative to that. HOWEVER, if you have a dog that likes to chew on things, this might not be the right tool for you. While the plastic give it a little more durability, it would not stand up to even mild chewing. Super easy to clean. I either soak it in some hot water or toss it in the dishwasher.

Bought for new anxious pit mix rescue, aggressive chewer. Froze peanut butter and applesauce. Lasted for 1 treat. Started chewing on the plastic edges after the treat was gone. We have several other licky mats and love them. Hoping being a tough mat would last longer. This one did not end well. Would work if you let the dog enjoy the treat and take it away when they’re done. Does not work well when you leave it for the pup to enjoy unattended. Turns into chew toy.

We have a retired therapy dog with arthritis, and as part of his rehabilitation, he does physical therapy three times a day. My wife had bought the original LickiMats several years ago when we had puppies, but they didn’t hold up well over time. I decided to try the heavy-duty version, and it’s been a great improvement. The durability is much better, and they’re able to handle regular use without showing wear. We love the versatility—being able to use different types of food is a big plus. Our favorite is mixing peanut butter and yogurt, then freezing the mat overnight. This keeps our dog engaged for his 30-minute PT sessions, especially when only one of us is available to help. These mats have really made a difference in keeping him focused and happy during therapy. Highly recommended for anyone in a similar situation!

My dog loves this (especially with peanut butter). The only reason I gave it four stars instead of five is that the little nubbins can come off after use (spreading the food, having her lick it for a long period of time, then washing it in the dishwasher). Don't know which of these starts the little pieces to tear at the bottom and then disappear (in the dog or in the dishwasher?).

I bought one of these along with the less complex square one. This one in particular was bought for my fast eater and instantly wonder why I haven't done this before. I've tried the standard complex bowl type to slow her down but she still managed to scoff her daily serve down in half the time of her bigger sibling. Serving her diet of raw meal on this has halved her pace and she really seems to enjoy the complexity. I am impressed. Buy these, even if they're just for treats. I can honestly recommend them.

J'ai une chienne de 20 semaines et elle arrive à tout détruire mais elle se comporte bien avec son Lickmat - utile pour des chiens qui mangent trop vite ou pour un petit cadeau pour le toutou

Really good idea. Slows down the dog's ability to eat too fast. And I hope it is working to help clean the build up of tartar on their teeth.

Alles bestens! Super fixer Versand und netter Kontakt!

Dog ate it within 2nd use