In this article i ll share the 7 steps i use to make the highest quality snuffle mats for my dogs at a fraction of the price of a store bought mat.
Diy washable snuffle mat for dogs.
Quantity depends on the size of the mat but 1 5.
This mat can be used as a bowl or as a snuffle mat.
I d recommend using the honest kitchen s proper toppers or.
Diy snuffle mats for dogs are the perfect solution to all of this.
So put on your diy cap and get ready to make your own wooly snuffle mat in 7 simple steps.
1 18 x50 piece of fleece for the base.
This is also machine washable if you are wondering how to clean a snuffle mat.
We absolutely love this adorable 2 in 1 snuffle mat for dogs.
The snuffle mat is a homemade toy that provides the dog with an opportunity to sniff and search for hidden treats.
With a snuffle mat your dog gets the chance to work for their food in a relaxing way.
Diy washable snuffle mat for enriched dog meal times.
To make a washable snuffle mat there are a couple of options.
To fill this snuffle mat all you have to do is sprinkle kibble on top of it.
Make a snuffle mat for your dog in just 3 easy steps how to make a machine washable snuffle mat.
If your dog is eating too fast a snuffle mat can slow things down.
It s entirely up to you and how much of a challenge you want to offer your dog.
The loose ends of the fleece are on top and provide the hiding spots for the treats.
The snuffle mat consists of fleece strips tied on to a rubber mat with holes in it.
2 pieces of at least 18 x 25 fleece can use the same color or a different color or pattern for the snuffle flaps if you want a denser mat of flaps you will need more fleece.
12 by 15 inches works well for medium sized dogs.
Change it up or down depending on your dog s size.
If your dogs are raw fed like mine you might sometimes wish that you had a snuffle mat that is as easy to clean as a lickimat is.
There are six small cups on the side of the sniffing pad to hide treats while the middle is the main hiding area.
This snuffle mat is machine washable so if your pooch is known to slobber you can keep the toy looking fresh it s made out of sustainable non toxic fabric sourced by paw5 s partners in thailand and ghana.
Coppthinktu snuffle mat for dogs.
1 make a standard snuffle mat following the instructions above but using a piece of non slip rug backing for your base.
No more sticky fleece snuffle mats smothered in raw food.
The standard fleece snuffle mats are fantastic and perfectly suited to dry food but sticky wet meat well not so much.
A snuffle mat solution for raw fed dogs.
You ll also learn what enrichment health and training opportunities a snuffle mat can offer your dog.
