How does a snuffle mat benefit my dog?
Snuffle mats provide mental stimulation, reduce boredom, and slow down fast eaters. They can help dogs calm down and alleviate anxiety. In addition, they can improve cognitive function for senior dogs.
When dogs sniff, their heart rate lowers, which is a physical indication of calming down. Since sniffing is a dog’s primary sensory, intense sniffing can engage 1/8 of their brain. Sniffing and searching connect dogs to their natural foraging instinct, satisfying their instinctive needs. When their needs are met, they are happy pups.