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Curated pickAn 8-inch cross-textured TPR mat for supervised floor-based licking and feeding.
The LickiMat Classic Buddy turns soft dog food into a longer licking activity. See who will use it, what to serve and what to know before buying.
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Dog owners rarely need another squeaky toy, but they can usually use another way to make meals and treats more interesting. Press soft food into the Buddy's little pockets and the dog has to lick around the pattern instead of swallowing everything in a few bites.
The verdict
The Classic Buddy is inexpensive, easy to store and useful more than once—which already puts it ahead of many novelty pet gifts. It suits a dog that licks rather than chews and an owner willing to rinse the textured surface before food dries in it. If the dog attacks soft toys and bowls, choose the sturdier Tuff version instead.
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The current model is made from flexible food-grade TPR rubber, not silicone. LickiMat lists it as free from BPA, PVC and phthalates.
The current manufacturer page says yes, but older instructions and testing found that some Classic mats could warp. Follow the care label on the mat you receive. When in doubt, wash it promptly by hand and let it dry fully.
The current official Buddy page says not to use peanut butter on this particular texture, even though older retailer listings sometimes suggest it. Choose another dog-safe soft food that follows the current instructions.
No. It is a feeding mat, not a chew toy. Supervise the dog, remove the mat when the food is gone and replace it if the rubber tears or comes loose.
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