Turn mealtime into a calming ritual. The HomeBodyPet Silicone Lick Mat gives your dog something soothing to do during stressful or high-energy moments. Spread wet food, plain yogurt, or peanut butter across the textured grooves, and a thirty-second meal becomes a longer, more engaging licking session.
Licking is a natural, self-soothing behavior for many dogs, which makes a lick mat a popular tool for storms, grooming, nail trims, bath time, and winding down after play.
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Calming distraction: helps keep dogs focused and relaxed during storms, vet visits, and grooming.
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Slows fast eaters: spreading food across the grooves stretches out mealtime.
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Food-grade silicone: 100% food-grade, BPA-free, and non-toxic.
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Freezer-friendly: freeze it with a favorite spread for a longer-lasting treat.
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Hygienic and odor-resistant: flexible silicone is easy to keep fresh.
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Dishwasher safe: quick, effortless cleanup.
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Compact size: 15 cm (about 6 in) in diameter.
Why you should buy this
A lick mat is one of the simplest ways to give your dog a calming outlet. It works with foods you already have, helps during stressful moments, slows fast eaters, and cleans up in the dishwasher. It is also useful for distraction, so one person can brush, bathe, or trim nails while your dog stays busy.
What to use it for
- Distracting your dog during baths, grooming, and nail trims
- Keeping your dog occupied during thunderstorms or fireworks
- Settling your dog during vet visits or while crate training
- A calming cooldown after a walk or playtime
- Slowing down dogs that gulp their food
- Giving a bored dog something to do while you work or take a call
- Making a frozen treat on hot days
Why choose HomeBodyPet
- Insured standard shipping with live tracking on every order
- 30-Day Play Guarantee, so you can see how your dog takes to it
- Pet products chosen for real home use, not just looks
- Support for customers in the USA and Canada
- Clear, honest product information
FAQ
What is a lick mat for dogs?
A lick mat is a flexible silicone mat with a textured surface. You spread soft food on it, and your dog licks it off slowly, which turns eating into a longer, calming activity.
What can I spread on a lick mat?
Popular choices include plain yogurt, peanut butter, mashed banana, pumpkin puree, and wet dog food. Check that any spread is safe for dogs. Never use peanut butter or other products containing xylitol, which is toxic to dogs.
Will it help with anxiety?
Many owners use lick mats to keep dogs calm during storms, grooming, and vet visits, because licking is a natural self-soothing behavior. It is a helpful tool, not a treatment. For serious or ongoing anxiety, talk to your vet or a certified trainer.
Does it help dogs that eat too fast?
Yes. Spreading food across the grooves means your dog has to lick slowly, so meals last longer than from a regular bowl. Results vary by dog.
Does it prevent bloat?
Slower eating is often recommended for dogs that gulp their food, but a lick mat can't prevent bloat or treat a medical condition. If your dog is at risk of bloat, ask your vet about the best feeding routine.
Can I freeze it?
Yes. Spread the food, freeze the mat, and give it to your dog once it is solid for a longer-lasting treat.
Is it dishwasher safe?
Yes. You can also wash it by hand with mild soap and warm water.
What size is it?
It is 15 cm (about 6 in) in diameter, a good fit for small to medium dogs and for everyday use as a bowl alternative.
Is it safe for my dog?
It is made from 100% food-grade, BPA-free silicone. Supervise your dog while they use it, and stop using it if the mat becomes torn or damaged.
Do you ship to the USA and Canada?
Yes. Orders ship with insured standard shipping and live tracking, and the 30-Day Play Guarantee applies.