The Ultimate Guide to LickiMats: Slow Feeding, Mental Stimulation & Happy Dogs

Looking for a way to make mealtime more enjoyable for your dog while supporting their mental health? LickiMats are the perfect solution. Designed to slow down eating, reduce anxiety, and provide mental stimulation, these enrichment tools are a must-have for dogs of all sizes. Here You will find most popular questions about LickiMat products.

What is Lickimat for?

Lickimat products are designed to support oral hygiene, promote healthier and slower eating, and serve as a tool to reduce boredom and anxiety while enhancing overall well-being. They can be used during everyday feeding, training, stressful situations, or long-term behavior and association-building processes.

What makes Lickimats different?

The Lickimat range includes lick mats and slow-feeder bowls for dogs and cats.
Every Lickimat product is eco-friendly and animal-friendly, with the shared goal of improving quality of life and well-being. They differ in size, shape, texture, and complexity.

Tip: Try rotating different types of LickiMats to keep your dog interested and mentally stimulated.

When to Use a LickiMat?

LickiMat can be used as a feeding bowl or for a daily licking ritual – in addition to mental stimulation. Feel free to use it in situations where your pet becomes anxious or after stressful events, as well as long-term to develop calmness and positive associations in different life situations, such as during guest visits, when leaving your dog alone, and others. When frozen, licking will last longer and be more tiring, making it especially suitable on days with less time for longer walks or activities with your pet.

Can a LickiMat Replace a Bowl?

Yes! Use a LickiMat appropriate for your dog’s size and portion, or split the feeding into two parts: serve half in a bowl and half on the mat.

Can a LickiMat Go in the Freezer?

All LickiMats can safely go in the freezer and microwave. All LickiMats, except Buddy Classic, can be washed in a dishwasher.

Which LickiMat is Suitable for Puppies?

For puppies, we recommend the Slodog slow-feeder, which can also be used as a licking mat, and Slomo or Slomo XL. These mats are the most durable against chewing. Do not leave your puppy unsupervised with the activity during the first uses, and remove the mat after use.

Which LickiMat is Suitable for Large Dogs?

For large dogs, we recommend Slomo, Wobble, and Yoggie Pot for licking activities. For feeding, Slomo XL slow-feeder is best.

Which Mats Are Suitable for Slower Eating?

All LickiMat products are designed to slow eating. If you want to use a LickiMat for daily feeding, we recommend Slodog and Slomo for small dogs, and Slomo XL for medium and large dogs.

In addition to licking activities, small treat portions can be used with any LickiMat product. Easier licking is achieved with Classic Buddy and UFO. More challenging and longer-lasting licking with Wobble, Yoggie Pot, and Slomo.

Do the Mats Stay in Place on the Floor?

The UFO mat has suction cups that, when moistened, stick to any flat surface, preventing the mat from sliding. Slomo and Slodog are equipped with anti-slip rubber.
However, it is important to remember that any activity, especially long-lasting, should be done on a non-slip surface to avoid the risk of injury, discomfort, and to achieve the desired relaxation result.

Can My Dog Chew the LickiMat?

Please follow detailed training instructions to prevent your dog from destroying the LickiMat. LickiMats are made from non-toxic rubber material and will not cause harm if chewed, but there is a risk of choking, and like any inedible item, LickiMats should not be swallowed.
It is very important to supervise and retrain your dog each time a new LickiMat is used, until you are confident the dog is trained and can be left alone with the activity.
After use, we recommend removing the mat.

Is the LickiMat Safe for Dogs With Allergies?

LickiMats are made from non-toxic, food-grade rubber (TPR), which is generally safe for all dogs.
Reactions are most often caused by treats or food, especially if your dog is sensitive or allergic (e.g., dairy products, peanut butter, certain proteins, etc.).

Tips to Avoid Allergic Reactions:

• Introduce new products gradually and in small amounts.

• Start with simple treats with a limited number of ingredients.

• Observe your dog for itching, vomiting, diarrhea, or swelling.

• If your dog has known allergies, choose hypoallergenic treats or consult a veterinarian before using them on the LickiMat.

Can a Cat Use a LickiMat?

Absolutely!
The LickiMat range includes mats specially designed for cats: LickiMat Felix, Catster, and Kitty – for kittens.
Cats prefer eating from a LickiMat compared to a regular bowl. Common benefits include improved oral hygiene, slower eating, reduced or eliminated food vomiting, and a calming and tiring effect.