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KolorAs low as €14.40In stockNiewielka mata węchowa, którą pokocha szczeniak i mały pies. Miękki, kolorowy żółw z szeleszczącymi płetwami i piszczałką, zapewni Twojemu pupilowi świetną zabawę, oraz zaspokoi naturalne potrzeby poszukiwania i zdobywania pożywienia.
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€18.00In stockZabawka węchowa, którą pokochają szczeniaki i dorosłe psy. Miękka, szeleszcząca ośmiornica z dużą skrytką na przysmaki w głowie, zapewni Twojemu pupilowi świetną zabawę, oraz zaspokoi naturalne potrzeby poszukiwania i zdobywania pożywienia.
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€10.80In stockA small snuffle mat that small dogs and cats will love. This soft, green crocodile made from fleece and plush will provide your pet with great fun while satisfying their natural need to search for and find food.
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€18.00In stockNiewielka mata węchowa, którą pokocha szczeniak, mały pies i kot. Miękki, różowy, szeleszczący wieloryb z pętelkami i dodatkową skrytką w płetwie, zapewni Twojemu pupilowi świetną zabawę, oraz zaspokoi naturalne potrzeby poszukiwania i zdobywania pożywienia.
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SizeAs low as €43.20In stockFlamingo Amigo is a soft, felt snuffle mat that every dog is sure to love. If you want to provide your pet with great fun while satisfying their natural need to search for and forage food, a snuffle mat is the perfect choice.
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€4.80In stockSoft felt toy for dogs. Perfect for hiding small treats inside for your four-legged friend.
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€31.20In stockA small sniffing mat that both dogs and cats will love. With numerous hiding spots, it provides entertainment for a long time. If your four-legged friend devours treats too eagerly, this sniffing mat will slow down their eating. Activities with the mat also teach concentration and focus, and stimulate the sense of smell.
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€19.20In stockDon't let your dog get bored! Give them entertainment, new experiences, and engaging fun! With the Nina Ottosson Activity Matz Fast Food Fun interactive mat, your dog will love the challenges and become a true enthusiast of scent-based adventures. This wonderful activity mat is the perfect product for dogs just starting their sniffing journey.
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€10.80In stockA small sniff mat that small dogs and cats will love. This soft, blue owl made from fleece and plush will provide your pet with great fun while satisfying their natural foraging and food-seeking instincts. Hoo, hoo - it's time to sniff!
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€19.20Out of stockDon't let your dog get bored! Give them entertainment, new experiences, and engaging play! With the Nina Ottosson Activity Matz Garden sensory mat, your dog will love the challenge and become a true enthusiast of scent-based adventures. This wonderful enrichment mat is the perfect product for dogs just starting their sniffing journey.
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€43.20In stockA large sniffing mat that both dogs and cats will love. With numerous hiding spots, it provides entertainment for a long time. If your four-legged friend devours treats too eagerly, this sniffing mat will slow down their eating. Activities with the mat also teach concentration and focus, and stimulate the sense of smell.
Dog snuffle mats are enrichment toys that usually take the form of a mat or rug made from soft, fluffy material. A mat is designed for hiding treats or small toys among the fringes, folds, or pockets of the mat, which the dog must locate using its sense of smell and retrieve. “Scent balls” work on the same principle, but with an added challenge: the ball gently rolls as the dog searches. Both mats and balls are excellent tools for stimulating the dog’s mind and body, enhancing intelligence and problem-solving skills, while providing engaging entertainment and a calming activity.
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Snuffle mats for dogs have many benefits, both for the dog and for the owner. Here are some of them:
- Stimulation - playing with a scent mat provides sensory and mental stimulation essential for the dog’s development and wellbeing. It prevents boredom and frustration, which can lead to destructive or anxious behaviours.
- Learning - interacting with the scent mat teaches the dog new skills useful in everyday life. It improves memory, concentration, and logical thinking. Playing with a scent mat also strengthens the dog’s confidence and sense of security.
- Entertainment - scent mats and scent balls bring dogs lots of joy and satisfaction. Searching through the mat fulfils the dog’s natural instincts to seek and obtain food. It is a source of play and adventure.
- Reduction of stress and excessive arousal - scent mats promote calm, focused behaviour.
- Bonding - playing with a scent mat can be used to build a stronger bond between the dog and the owner, especially when the owner engages in the activity, praises, or rewards the dog for performing well.
To choose an appropriate scent mat for your dog, consider the following factors:
- Size - the scent mat should be suited to the size of the dog. A mat that is too large may be difficult to handle, while one that is too small may end up being carried around in the dog’s mouth.
- Material - the scent mat should be made from a material that is safe, durable, does not tear easily, and does not unravel. The mat should be soft and pleasant to the touch so it does not irritate the dog’s nose or mouth.
- Shape - a scent mat can have any shape that facilitates hiding treats or toys among its fringes or folds. It may also come in the form of a scent ball. It should always have appropriate thickness and density of fringes/folds/pockets to provide challenge and fun.
To play with a scent mat, follow these steps:
- Preparation - first lay the scent mat flat on a clean and even surface. Prepare treats that will be hidden in the mat. Treats should be small, dry, and appealing to the dog. Dog biscuits, training treats, or freeze-dried meat work well.
- Hiding - hide the treats by placing them between the fringes or folds of the mat. Hide them in various locations and at different depths to offer different difficulty levels. For beginners, simply scatter the treats on the surface.
- Searching - encourage the dog to search for treats or toys in the mat using a command such as “search” or “find it.” Praise and reward the dog for each treat or toy found.
- When your dog masters searching in a scent mat or scent ball, you can increase the difficulty and variety of play by changing the quantity and type of treats hidden inside. You can also vary the location and timing of sniffing sessions to provide new stimuli and challenges.
