About This Mat
Your dog has been trying to tell you they're stressed. This helps.
Anxious dogs need more than food — they need focus. The PawPipie Calm Lick Mat Set gives your dog a healthy, satisfying way to slow down, de-stress, and engage their natural instincts — one lick at a time.
The licking itself is the therapy. Repetitive licking activates your dog's parasympathetic nervous system — the same system responsible for calm, rest, and recovery. Vets and behaviourists recommend lick mats specifically for dogs with separation anxiety, storm phobia, and mealtime stress.
Best for: dogs with separation anxiety, mealtime stress, boredom, destructive chewing, storm or fireworks phobia.
Features & Materials
🐾 2-in-1 design — functions as both a slow feeder bowl AND a flat lick mat. Use it at mealtimes to prevent gulping, or freeze it with peanut butter for a 20-minute calm session before you leave the house.
🐾 Deep groove texture — raised patterns and grooves keep food tucked in longer, so your dog works harder and stays calm longer. A genuine enrichment tool — not a shallow scraper.
🐾 100% food-grade silicone — completely free from BPA, PVC, phthalates, and lead. No chemical smell. Safe for your dog's mouth every single meal.
🐾 Anti-slip base — grips tile, hardwood, and stainless steel surfaces so your dog can focus on the mat, not chasing it across the kitchen floor.
🐾 Dishwasher safe, microwave safe, and freezer safe — temperature range -76°F to 482°F. Built to last years, not weeks.
🐾 2 mats in the set — one for feeding, one to freeze. Rotate them so there is always a frozen mat ready when your dog needs it most.
How To Use
Fill it with peanut butter, plain Greek yogurt, pureed pumpkin, mashed banana, wet food, or bone broth — anything spreadable.
For maximum calming effect — freeze it:
- Spread your chosen filling across all grooves
- Place in the freezer for at least 4 hours
- Give to your dog 20–30 minutes before a triggering event — before you leave the house, before a thunderstorm, before a vet visit
A frozen lick mat session keeps most dogs focused and calm for 15–25 minutes. This is not a treat — it is a calming routine.
Set includes: 2 silicone mats (Avocado Green + Pink). Fits most breed sizes.
Shipping & Returns
🚚 Free US shipping on orders over $100
📦 Estimated delivery: United States: 7–15 business days United Kingdom: 10–20 business days Australia: 10–20 business days Canada: 10–20 business days
You will receive a tracking number by email once your order has been dispatched.
↩ 30-day returns — if you are not completely happy, contact us within 30 days of delivery for a full refund or free replacement. No complicated process.
Damaged on arrival? Send us a photo to support@pawpipie.com and we will send a replacement immediately. No need to return the item.
Frequently Asked Questions
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Is it dishwasher safe?
Yes — fully dishwasher safe on both the top and bottom rack. You can also hand wash with warm soapy water. The silicone will not warp, crack, or lose its texture after repeated washing.
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Can I put it in the freezer?
Yes — and we strongly recommend it. Freezing the mat extends your dog's licking session from a few minutes to 15–25 minutes, which gives the parasympathetic nervous system more time to activate and produce a genuine calming effect. Spread your filling, freeze for at least 4 hours, and give it to your dog straight from the freezer.
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What can I put on it?
Anything spreadable and dog-safe. The most popular options are plain peanut butter (no xylitol — always check the label), plain Greek yogurt, pureed pumpkin, mashed banana, soft wet food, or bone broth. For a longer session, mix fillings and freeze. Always check with your vet if you are unsure whether a specific food is safe for your dog.
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Is the silicone food-grade and safe?
Yes — the mat is made from 100% food-grade silicone, free from BPA, PVC, phthalates, and lead. There is no chemical smell. It meets food safety standards and is safe for direct contact with your dog's tongue and saliva at every meal.
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How big is each mat?
Each mat in the 2-pack is designed to fit most breed sizes from small to large. The set includes two mats — one Avocado Green and one Pink — each with a different texture pattern on each side, giving you four different enrichment surfaces across the two mats.
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My dog just licks the mat clean in 2 minutes. What am I doing wrong? Nothing — your dog is enthusiastic. Freeze the mat for at least 4 hours before use. Frozen fillings take significantly longer to lick off and extend the calm session. You can also pack the grooves more tightly or use a thicker filling like peanut butter mixed with kibble pressed into the channels.
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Does the suction base actually hold on the floor?
Yes — the anti-slip base grips tile, hardwood, and smooth surfaces firmly. For very energetic dogs we recommend placing the mat in a corner against a wall, or using it in a slightly recessed area so the dog naturally works against a surface.
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Will this help my dog's separation anxiety?
Lick mats are one of the most consistently recommended enrichment tools by veterinary behaviourists for separation anxiety. Use it as part of a pre-departure routine — give the frozen mat 20–30 minutes before you leave. The licking session activates calm before you go, rather than waiting for anxiety to spike after you leave.
