How a Lick Mat for Anxiety Works
Most dogs turn to one thing when the world feels too loud: licking. It's a self-soothing behaviour vets link to a release of endorphins and lower stress, which is exactly what a lick mat for anxiety is built to trigger. LickSlow spreads that instinct across a textured silicone surface, encouraging sustained licking instead of frantic pacing or gulping. Spread wet food, yoghurt or peanut butter across it during a thunderstorm or the ten minutes before you leave for work, the exact scenario covered in our guide to separation anxiety in dogs. As a boredom buster it works just as well on a quiet afternoon, and our Separation Anxiety Toys collection has more calming picks worth a look.
Silicone Lick Mat Built with Suction and Texture
Four Textured Zones, One Silicone Mat
A single sheet of food-grade silicone moulded into four textured zones, paw prints, ripples, a windmill pattern and a bone motif, so each lick pulls food away slowly, turning a five-minute meal into mealtime enrichment.
Specifications
| Specification | Detail |
|---|---|
| Material | Non-toxic silicone |
| Size | 20cm x 20cm |
| Weight | Approx. 130g (single) / 260g (double pack) |
| Fixing | Suction cups on the base |
| Colours | Grey, Purple, Green, Blue |
| Cleaning | Rinse with water, no scrubbing needed |
Built for Dogs and Cats of Any Size
Who LickSlow suits best:
- Large or boisterous dogs needing a slower, calmer licking session
- Small dogs and cats who settle better with a gentler activity
- Puppies exploring texture and taste, always supervised
- Anxious pets during grooming, bath time or time alone
Lick Mat with Suction Cups for Bath Time and Beyond
The suction cups hold LickSlow flat against tile, glass or the inside of a crate, easing the canine stress response before it builds. Freeze it for a longer, cooling treat on warm afternoons. Pair it with our AquaPet Jet bath gun for calmer bath days, or rinse it under the tap for the cat next.
Licking It Over? Here's What to Know
Are lick mats actually good for dogs?
Vets generally agree licking has a calming effect, helping anxious dogs settle, so it's genuinely useful, not just a novelty.
Can you put a lick mat in the freezer?
Yes, LickSlow's silicone is freezer-safe, making a longer, cooling activity.
How do you clean a lick mat?
Just rinse LickSlow under water, no scrubbing needed, and it comes away clean.
Are silicone lick mats safe for puppies?
LickSlow's soft silicone is gentle on developing teeth, though puppies should always be supervised.
Give your dog, or cat, a calmer few minutes at mealtime, bath time or whenever the day gets a bit much. Add LickSlow to your basket and see the difference from the first lick.