AWOOF Snuffle Mat for Dogs, 28 x 28 inch
A large, washable sniffing mat for supervised mealtimes, not for dogs that chew fabric.
The short version
- Owners of fast eaters who want meals to take longer
- Dogs that enjoy sniffing games and need indoor enrichment
- People who want a washable puzzle without small hard parts to lose
- Your dog chews or swallows fabric
- You want a toy the dog can be left alone with
- You mostly feed wet food and do not want to wash the mat after every use
What owners like
- Turns a meal or treats into a sniffing game that takes longer than a bowl
- Easy to vary the challenge by tucking food deeper into the folds
- Washable, which matters since saliva and crumbs build up
Common complaints
- Not designed as a chew toy, so strong chewers can tear the fabric
- Needs washing often, especially if wet food is used
- Must be put away after use rather than left out with the dog
Based on The Amazon listing, AWOOF's own site, and the American Kennel Club's guide to snuffle mats..
Research scores
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What it does
A fabric snuffle mat that hides kibble or treats in its folds so a dog has to sniff them out; the original RWDOF listing now maps to this AWOOF mat.
- Fabric folds and pockets hide food so the dog has to sniff and search
- Large square size suits medium and large dogs
- Built in sound features to draw a dog's interest, per AWOOF
- Machine washable on a gentle cycle
A reasonable pick for owners who want a washable sniffing game to slow down mealtime or fill a rainy afternoon, with a large 28 inch square surface. The trade-off is that fabric mats are not chew toys, so it needs supervision and is a poor fit for dogs that shred fabric.
How it compares
Specs
- Size
- 28 x 28 inches, per the listing
- Type
- Interactive foraging and feeding mat
- Extras
- AWOOF says this model includes sound features
- Care
- Hand wash or machine wash on a gentle cycle, then air dry, per AWOOF
Worth knowing
- AWOOF's care guidance is to wash on a gentle cycle and air dry.
Questions
How do you use a snuffle mat?
The AKC suggests starting with treats sitting on top so the dog finds them easily, then hiding food deeper in the folds as the dog learns the game, and putting the mat away afterward.
Can a snuffle mat go in the washing machine?
AWOOF says its mats can be hand washed or machine washed on a gentle cycle and then air dried.
What treats work best in a snuffle mat?
The AKC recommends small, dry treats or regular kibble, and avoiding wet food unless the mat is washed afterward.
Can a dog be left alone with a snuffle mat?
No. The AKC advises supervising every session and removing the mat once the food is gone.
Sources
- Amazon.com: AWOOF Snuffle Mat Pet Dog Feeding Mat, 28x28 Interactive Dog Puzzle Toys
- AWOOF: Interactive Pet Toys and Foraging Mats for Dogs and Cats
- American Kennel Club: How Snuffle Mats Can Help Your Dogs Keep Their Brains Active
Researched 2026-10-02. We bought this product; our page is built from the maker's details and what owners report across reviews and forums. We never copy Amazon customer reviews.