Dog & Cat Enrichment Tips & Guides

Snail snuffle mat unrolled into a long fleece strip, with a small dog nearby

October 18, 2026

Eight easy indoor games to keep your dog busy when it's pouring outside, most needing nothing more than kibble and a little space. Read more...

Dark blue square slow feeder dog bowl with a raised bone maze

How to Slow Down a Dog That Eats Too Fast

October 18, 2026

Practical ways to stretch out mealtime for a fast eater, from a slow feeder dog bowl and snuffle mat to free tricks with a muffin tin. Read more...

Close-up of the oval groove and honeycomb textures on a dual-texture lick mat

Snuffle Mat vs Lick Mat: Which Is Right for Your Dog?

October 18, 2026

A side-by-side look at snuffle mats and lick mats: how each works, what food goes in it, when to use it, and how to combine them. Read more...

Corgi puppy sniffing for treats in a snail-shaped fleece snuffle mat

The Best Enrichment Toys for Bored Dogs (and How to Use Them)

October 18, 2026

Snuffle mats, lick mats, slow feeders and treat puzzles: what each enrichment toy does, how to match one to your dog, and a simple daily routine. Read more...

Lick Mat Ideas: What to Spread, How to Use It, and How to Keep It Clean

October 16, 2026

A lick mat is one of the simplest pet toys there is: a flat mat with a textured surface that you spread something soft across. Your pet licks it off slowly, which turns a spoonful of food into a little activity. This guide covers what to put on one, when to use it, and how to keep it clean. What is a lick mat? A lick mat is a mat with grooves, bumps or patterns on its surface. Spread a thin layer of soft food into the texture and your... Read more...