Dexypaws - Heart Shaped Enrichment Licking Mat
Description
TL;DR: The Dexypaws Heart Shaped Enrichment Licking Mat is a food-grade silicone slow-feeding mat shaped like a heart, designed to turn wet food, yogurt, or peanut butter into a calming enrichment activity for dogs. Its textured surface encourages slow licking, which helps settle dogs during grooming, crate time, or quiet evenings at home.
If you've been searching for lick mats near me in the GTA, this Dexypaws mat pairs a playful heart silhouette with a textured licking surface, giving your dog a focused, low-stress way to enjoy spreadable treats.
What makes this licking mat different?
The raised texture slows down eating, which supports digestion and helps dogs settle into a calm, focused state. The heart shape is purely a design choice — but a charming one that looks at home on the kitchen floor or beside the crate.
Key features
- Heart-shaped design — a playful twist on the standard rectangular mat.
- Textured surface — promotes slow feeding and focused licking.
- Mentally stimulating — licking is a natural, self-soothing behaviour that helps reduce boredom.
- Food-grade silicone — non-toxic and easy to clean.
- Versatile use — works with wet food, yogurt, peanut butter, pumpkin purée, or pet-safe spreads.
Specifications
| Attribute | Value |
|---|---|
| Brand | Dexypaws |
| Product type | Licking mat |
| Shape | Heart |
| Material | Food-grade silicone |
| Surface | Textured for slow feeding |
| Suitable for | Dogs |
| Care | Easy to clean |
Who is it for?
This mat suits dogs who eat too quickly, get restless during baths or nail trims, or need a calming activity while their owner is on a call. It's also a reusable alternative to single-use chews for households looking to cut down on waste. While designed with dogs in mind, the silicone surface can also work as one of the more approachable licking mats for cats who enjoy wet food or lickable treats.
Feeding & use
Spread a thin layer of your dog's favourite soft food — wet food, plain yogurt, pumpkin purée, or dog-safe peanut butter — across the textured surface. Offer it on the floor, inside a crate, or pressed against a smooth wall using the back of the mat. For longer-lasting enrichment and one of the simpler lick mats for dogs ideas, freeze the loaded mat for 30–60 minutes before serving.
Cleaning and care
Rinse under warm water after each use. The food-grade silicone wipes clean easily and holds up to repeated use. Always supervise your dog during use and retire the mat if it becomes damaged.
You may also like
If you're building a rotation of enrichment tools, pair this with the Dexypaws - Dog Bone Enrichment Licking Mat for shape variety, or try a different texture with the Dexypaws - Textured Enrichment Licking Mat. The Dexypaws - Dog Head Enrichment Licking Mat is another fun shape to add to the mix.
Available for same-day pickup at our North York, Toronto storefront, or ships Canada-wide.
Dexypaws - Heart Shaped Enrichment Licking Mat
Frequently asked questions
Everything pet parents usually ask about this product.
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What is a licking mat used for?
A licking mat is an enrichment tool you spread soft food onto, such as wet food, yogurt, or peanut butter, so your dog has to lick it off. The repetitive licking helps reduce anxiety, slow down eating, and provide mental stimulation.
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What shape is the Dexypaws enrichment mat?
This Dexypaws mat is heart-shaped, with a textured surface designed to hold spreadable foods and keep dogs engaged during licking.
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How do I clean the licking mat?
Rinse the mat with warm soapy water after each use and let it air dry. For a deeper clean, many silicone-style licking mats can also be placed on the top rack of a dishwasher.
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Can I freeze food on the licking mat?
Yes, freezing spread food on the mat extends lick time and provides longer-lasting enrichment, which is especially useful on hot days or during crate training.
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Can I pick up a lick mat near me in Toronto?
Yes — same-day pickup is available at our North York storefront, and we also ship Canada-wide.