Have you ever caught your furry friend inhaling their food like it’s the last kibble on Earth? Or maybe you’ve got an adventurer who’s constantly on the lookout for the next big thing (and hopefully that’s not your new curtains or the garbage can)? One of the most exciting additions to our inventory at Leo&Lucky’s is a range of enrichment feeders designed to provide your pets with mental and physical stimulation. Enrichment toys can build confidence, slow down a vacuum-eater, reduce undesirable behavior, and prevent your pets from going into destruction mode!
Puzzle Feeders: A Brainteaser for Pets
Puzzle enrichment feeders are a game-changer when it comes to turning mealtime into an interactive and rewarding experience. Instead of inhaling food in just a few bites, pets have to bob and weave their snout through maze of cracks and crevices to finish their meal. Feeding puzzles make eating an interactive activity rather than just a source of nutrition, and can decrease the incidence of conditions like obesity and pancreatitis from overeating.
Fabric Snuffle Mats: Tantalizing Treat Hunts
As a cozy approach to enrichment, fabric snuffle mats are a delightful addition to any pet’s routine. These mats are not only soft and durable, but also provide an excellent platform for engaging your pet’s natural foraging instincts. The concept is simple but highly effective: hide kibble or treats within the toy, and let your pets use their incredible sense of smell to sniff out their rewards. Some snuffle mats are more difficult than others to figure out. This type of mental stimulation can be particularly beneficial for pets with high energy levels or those prone to boredom and destructive behavior.
Lickimats: Engaging and Soothing for Pets
Pets that eat wet or raw food can enjoy enrichment feeders too! Lickimats are the perfect solution for critters who appreciate a more moisture-rich diet. These awesome silicone feeders are dishwasher-safe and encourage gum and dental health by scraping the teeth and massaging the gums as a pet licks and chews the food out of their cracks and crevices. For a treat, use bone broth, goat milk, xylitol-free peanut butter, or other wet treats on a Lickimat — you can pop these in the freezer to increase the sensory experience.
At Leo&Lucky’s, we believe in nurturing the holistic well-being of your pets. Check out our array of enrichment activities available in store, and thanks for voting Leo&Lucky’s as your #1 Pet Store — 8 years running!
