SettlePaws
Dog Snuffle Mat Slow Feeder
Turn dinner into 15 calm, sniffing minutes — most dogs flop and nap right after.
4.9 · 107 reviews- Turns fast eating into calm sniffing minutes
- Soft, machine-washable fleece
- Folds flat — pop it in your bag
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Dog Snuffle Mat Slow Feeder
$29.00
A real owner
Three months of use.
Same food. Better routine. A calmer dog. The SettlePaws Snuffle Mat turns an ordinary meal into ten to fifteen minutes of natural nose-work — your dog sniffs out every piece of kibble instead of inhaling the bowl in thirty seconds.
That one change does two things at once: it slows down fast eaters (less gulping, less mess) and it drains restless mental energy, so the pacing, whining and boredom-chewing settle. Most dogs forage, then flop and nap.
Built for everyday life: soft, durable fleece that's machine-washable, a non-slip backing that stays put, and a size that suits all breeds — from anxious small dogs to high-energy big ones.
- Calms after meals — foraging taps a natural, soothing instinct
- Slows speed-eaters — stretches a 30-second meal into calm minutes
- Beats boredom — a brain workout that tires more than a quick walk
- Easy to live with — machine-washable, non-slip, folds away
Pour in kibble or a few treats, scatter them through the fleece, and let their nose do the rest.
Why it works
Built around how dogs are wired.
Every SettlePaws toy works one natural instinct. Cover all three and you cover the whole dog.
Backed by science
What vets and research say
Real findings from peer-reviewed studies and veterinary guidance, matched to this toy.
Nose work helps dogs feel calmer
In a controlled study, dogs given more freedom to use their nose showed more optimistic behaviour — a recognised marker of better welfare. Foraging for kibble taps that same calming instinct every day.
Duranton & Horowitz, Applied Animal Behaviour Science (2019) ↗
Slowing fast eaters supports digestion
Veterinary guidance recommends slow-feeding tools for dogs that gulp their food, to ease rapid eating and the discomfort that comes with it. A mat stretches a 30-second meal into several minutes.
Buckley & Lees, Veterinary Evidence (2016) ↗
Daily enrichment eases boredom and stress
Veterinary behaviour bodies list foraging and food puzzles among recommended forms of mental enrichment that reduce boredom-driven and stress behaviours in dogs.
AVSAB — Guide to Using Food Puzzle Toys ↗The difference
A bowl feeds. A kit settles.
An ordinary bowl
- Gone in thirty seconds
- Energy still bottled up
- Gulping, then the clean-up
- Boredom finds the couch
A SettlePaws kit
- Ten to fifteen calm minutes
- Nose work drains the energy
- Slow eating, a settled gut
- A real job for the brain
In your kitchen
Three steps to a calmer dog.
1
Fill
Press food or treats into the mat, bowl or puzzle.
2
Work it
Your dog sniffs, licks or solves to get it — focus kicks in.
3
Settle
The pacing stops; most dogs flop and nap.
From pet parents
Loved by pet parents.
4.9 · 107 reviews
“Big and stiff, would be good for medium to large dogs.”
“as described!! My puppy adores it...”
“Really good snuffle mat! I hide the kibble and close it up, so my puppy is busy for 10 minutes. Shame the non-slip backing isn't very sturdy and my puppy already wore it down a bit.”
“good product. My dog like it”
“It's big and my dog loves it”
“Exactly as described, my dog loved it.”
“Good size. I quite liked it... good material.”
“Nice and large!”
“Nice and large! Plenty of room to hide treats and keep my dog busy.”
“Top quality! My dog is big and this is spot on size-wise, I liked it.”
“Everything perfect, my dog loved it.”
“Good quality materials and it's handy that you can close it with the drawstring.”
“Dog is happy.”
“Much appreciated by my 2-month-old puppy.”
“Best dog fun ever. So well made, comes with a storage bag.”
“Exactly like the photo. It's big and easy to gather up. My Border Collie is obsessed with it.”
“My dog already enjoys playing with it! He likes the idea of hiding treats in it.”
“Highly recommend. A really nice snuffle mat - my dog is happy and it's a great toy.”
“Really good, it works, it exceeded my expectations. Good quality and it doesn't come apart easily.”
“I love the concept and so does my dog, he takes a lot of pleasure in searching for his kibble inside it.”
“It's okay, the material is fairly fine, stiff.”
“Great product, I have a Shiba and he has tons of fun.”
“Really good, got two and the dogs love them and haven't torn them apart (yet).”
“Great toy for a dog.”
“This is the third time I've bought these. We have 3 large dogs and they love them. When dirty you can wash them in the washing machine. Highly recommend.”
“Very good, it's what I expected. Maybe it could have a firmer base so it stays flatter on the bottom, but it's just like the photo and works well for my dog. I put his kibble in and he has fun.”
“The dog enjoys it. Keeps him busy looking for food. There was a slight odour at first but after washing it was fine.”
“It matches the description, my dog liked it.”
“Item exactly as described and very well made. You can open it up to different sizes to put in treats. We've used it with two dogs and they both love it. Highly recommend.”
“Great for stress! A perfect tool to mentally tire out my dog. The felt leaves are the ideal size for hiding small treats and keeping him focused for a good while. The fabric quality is good and feels resistant to pulling. Highly recommended for rainy days.”
“I wouldn't buy it again, I found the quality a bit poor, but overall it's pretty okay for the price.”
“Very good product. Very good quality. My little dog loved it.”
“Great, my dog loves it. You can roll it up into a little bag.”
“A dog snuffle mat made of non-woven fabric, you can tighten it and loosen it, so it seems fine. You have to wash it before using, and then I think it'll get a bit softer.”
“My dog loved hunting for treats and kibble in this mat! Recommend.”
“really nice, my dog plays with it, I scatter her food in it”
“Very good quality, vivid colors and non-slip.”
“I really liked the toy, my dogs loved it. Great quality and it makes for some really nice enrichment.”
“Ok, as described. Very good.”
“Much bigger than I expected, and it is meant for dogs — but it is still wonderful for my rats too!”
“My 2 month old Chihuahua loves it.”
“My puppy seems to like it. Good size.”
“My 30 kg dog loves it. He usually destroys toys in 10 minutes, but this one holds up and keeps him busy when I'm out of the house.”
“Very cool. It gathers up really well.”
“Our 40 lb puppy really enjoys it. The only drawback is she figured out that if she picks it up and shakes it, all the treats fly out so she can grab them off the floor.”
“Super big!! Great for dogs.”
“My 11 week old Border Terrier puppy really enjoys sniffing out her food. Good quality, and it draws into itself for storage.”
“My pet is sensitive to noise, so this is really great.”
“Simple, but my greyhound loves it. He won't play with balls, frisbees or plushies, but with this he has a great time. He grabs it, shakes it, tosses it, or just chooses to sniff and eat from here instead of his bowl. He's even fallen asleep with his head on it. And it weighs nothing.”
“the best thing for our dog to keep him busy for a very long time”
“My rabbit really loves it — give it a quick wash before first use.”
“Excellent product. My beagle was fascinated by it. It arrived very fast.”
“Very similar to the photos, my little dog was delighted. It helps them eat more slowly.”
“Product as described, I recommend it. My dog loves it.”
“very well made snuggle mat, I use it for my rabbit and she loves it”
“It's put together really nicely with a drawstring, lots of room to sniff.”
“Delivery time was reasonable and my dog is happy with it. The only thing is the material isn't super durable - my dog already pulled out one of the green fringes.”
“dog isn't too interested but with some encouragement she will look for treats :)”
“Really liked the toy. Sturdy, good material.”
“Exactly what I wanted, the right size, expandable or not. Really big and genuinely not expensive. My dog is going to love it!”
“Handy for getting the pet to interact and be more active at mealtime.”
“The dogs really enjoy these. I haven't tried washing them yet, but as they are felt I think I'll wash on delicate to be safe.”
“Very good, the effect I expected, it slows down how fast my dog eats.”
“Does what it should do. It's much bigger than I thought though, about 45cm diameter, about the same size as my little dog :-D”
“Works great, exactly the effect I wanted - it slows down how fast my dog eats.”
“Very nice snuffle mat. Great option to adjust it”
“Very nice snuffle mat. Great that you can adjust it.”
“This item was exactly as described.”
“Well made, good quality. Of course, my dog very quickly wanted to shred it to get at the kibble hidden inside.”
“I like it very much”
“Like it a lot.”
“Perfect sniffing mat, he loves if”
“The pet has a fun toy :)”
“Good product, it works for my 14-year-old dog. The pink strands arrived a little messy, but nothing major, I pressed it flat under some books for a few days. Excellent product!!”
“Just as described. I liked it and so did my dogs”
“My dog plays with it, so it does it job”
“A bit smaller than I expected.”
“Great product. Already used it, lots of joy.”
“Great fun for the dog and it lets out his energy, so afterward he's calmer.”
“Nice and fluffy. Matches the description.”
“The red and orange mat is fluffier than the pink one. The mats match the description.”
“This keeps my Golden Retriever occupied for a while and it hasn't been destroyed .”
“Just like the photo, very good quality. It's ideal for my mini dog. Keeps him entertained for a while.”
“It arrived quite wrinkled and it's hard to rearrange the strips. Even so, they've already used it and it works well.”
“Good product, looks like the picture, but the quality is a bit lower than expected and the material feels a little flimsy.”
“The product is just like the image and is bigger than I expected, it feels good quality and sturdy. I recommend the purchase.”
“My cats love it. It's now one of the many different food toys for breakfast.”
“Good price, dog likes it a lot.”
“There's a side effect: she doesn't search with her paws, she just buries her face and looks. You can cinch it down for storage, which is handy.”
“A good size.”
“The product was as pictured and the color matched well. The felt was a bit stiff at first but softens with use. My big dog was excited and liked the new challenge. Good value for money.”
“My dog is happy, she loves the toy.”
“My dog loved it, it's big enough for him. It arrived very flattened but nothing that affects how it works, and for the price it's great.”
“feels pretty cheap, but it is cheap so fair enough. super useful!”
“The product matches the description, my puppy really liked it.”
“My dog really likes it, the only downside is the drawstring isn't very reliable, it's hard to cinch the flower evenly.”
“Cool mat. My dog really likes it.”
“A bit stiff but I'm using it fine, I ran it through the wash and it was okay.”
“Great price & Quality! Dogs love it!”
“Excellent product. Great quality and a really nice design. My little dog has been happy playing since I gave it to her. I 100% recommend this product.”
“Good size and works well for my small pit bull.”
“Pretty big, felt material, has a funny smell, pretty stiff just whack it out holds food well”
“The mat works exactly as intended. The non-slip base does its job and my dog is very happy. Recommend.”
“Recommend. Works well and my dog loves it. Washes well in the washing machine, hang to dry.”
“my senior dog loved it and so did i”
“Nice colors, product as described and received quickly. The fabric is sturdy but a bit rougher than I expected.”
“My dogs love this foraging game! Great!”
The details
Shipping
Free shipping. Orders are processed within 1 business day; estimated delivery is 6–9 business days, with tracking on every order.
Returns & 30-day guarantee
Not calmer within 30 days? Email us and we'll make it right — a refund or a replacement, your call.
Size & fit
Suitable for most breeds — check the size above.
Care & cleaning
Quick to clean — no soaking or special care needed. See the care question in the FAQ for this exact toy.
What's in the box
Your toy plus a quick-start card.
Good questions
Before you buy.
Is it machine washable?
Yes — toss the fleece mat in the wash and let it air-dry.
Will it actually tire my dog out?
For most dogs, ten to fifteen minutes of nose work does more than a short walk.
What size is it?
About 19 inches across — suits small, medium and large dogs.