DIY Snuffle Mat Dog Toy | Proud Dog Mom

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A snuffle mat is a popular nose work, brain game that consists of fleece fabric strips tied onto a sturdy backing. You hide dog treats inside the fleece -- behind the many folds and even deep inside where the fleece meets the backing -- for your dog to sniff out, find, and then eat. From developing puppies to aging seniors, this enrichment toy is perfect for all dogs!
While you can buy a snuffle mat from an online retailer or pet store, you can easily make one yourself. It's inexpensive, fun to put together, and super rewarding when you watch your dog enjoying your creation. Watch as I show you how easy a DIY snuffle mat is to make!
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@frenchfry7640 3 жыл бұрын

Hi, quick side note. Instead of cardboard, try to use a square of the same cloth so that is washable.

@ProudDogMom 3 жыл бұрын

Love that idea! For that, I would sew little suction cups to the outer edges so it secures to the floor and doesn't move around easily when the dogs play :)

@Anonymous-4443 2 жыл бұрын

How? Poke holes in the fabric then tie it?

@meesa8468 2 жыл бұрын

Dollar store command strips would work perfectly and not be a problem for washing and won't ruin the floor

@shia1239 Жыл бұрын

So glad I saw this post

@sonjadez9712 Жыл бұрын

Approximately how much material was needed?

@divfae2792 3 ай бұрын

Honestly, I've got a snuffle mat, but most days, I just grab a blanket, scatter kibble all over it, fold it up, scatter more, and then fold it up again. Then it's game time for my pup as she digs through the folds to uncover her treasures. It's a blast and takes her around 20-30minutes. :)

@dawnfrye4343 2 жыл бұрын

I had a stroke 5+ years ago and have left sided weakness, this will be challenging yet therapeutic. I will make onefor my 3 yo boy & hopefully just keep on making to give as gifts & donate to the SPCA where I volunteer 💛👍

@lindachisholm4201 Жыл бұрын

Dawn, how did it go?

@lauracrawfordmetz1630 3 жыл бұрын

Much easier and better than buying an expensive one 👍

@Nanelitha 4 жыл бұрын

Thank you so much!! I used a bath mat and some old shirts and it worked wonderfully. My pit loves it and she usually isn’t interested in toys. I’m super happy 😃

@ProudDogMom 3 жыл бұрын

So happy to hear this!!

@PattiFinn 3 жыл бұрын

What kind of shirts, dress shirts or t-shirts?

@618DiarrheaSquirrels Жыл бұрын

I considered using some tshirt material I had cut and balled up like yarn a while back. I think I'm going to have to make a 2nd one, to be fair, and not make the girls share. Lol. I think the felt may be poofier, but I think the t-shirt material will work fine as well. I also may add a couple suction cups to the bottom so they don't just pick it up and walk off with it!

@pumpkinheadghoul 11 ай бұрын

I just now ordered that exact same sink mat from Amazon for $10 (comes with two of them) and tomorrow I'll go to my local fabric store and pick up two colors of fleece. I don't know how many yards, but I can't imagine it would take more than a total of two years of fabric. We have three Chihuahuas, and one of them is a little white five pound ten month old female who we just can't seem to keep entertained enough. This should be a great little game for her.

@KarlaMartinez-lv8wm Ай бұрын

Dollar tree has similar mats!

@ruthyoung1032 Жыл бұрын

We're going to make them at the shelter I volunteer at. Thank you, now I know how! I love how your furbaby was patiently waiting on the sofa behind you 😂

@fenderjazzgroove 3 жыл бұрын

My beagle is going to LOVE this. Thanks for posting!

@BeautybyAnneChris 3 жыл бұрын

Definitely making this matt for our puppy! So easy! Thanks for the tutorial!

@hbaloro82 2 жыл бұрын

I wanted to say thank you so much for sharing this! I made one for my daughter dog and my niece dog. They both love it!!

@dotgale1431 3 жыл бұрын

I found a sink mat just like that at the Dollar Tree.

@ProudDogMom 3 жыл бұрын

Dot Gale That’s amazing!!

@nicolevankampen9931 2 жыл бұрын

That's the best place to buy it! $2 Amazon charges close to $8-$10!!

@dawnfrye4343 2 жыл бұрын

Starting my first snuffle mat tomorrow with what I found as a base. Thx so excited!

@belencontreras6616 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you, I enjoyed your explanation to this DIY snuffle mat. It helped to see the pattern on the back. I also just loved that you went straight to the craft. I'm going to make a snuffle mat for my kitten. :)

@kristineolver3268 Жыл бұрын

Great quick video with clear instructions

@nataliebuntzen6379 3 жыл бұрын

What a cute idea! I know what our dog is getting for Christmas!

@creativenana 2 жыл бұрын

Grand pups presents for sure!! Thanks

@PaulChilds-ol3ix 3 ай бұрын

What a great money-saving idea! I made my own version after watching your video yesterday. The plastic sink mat was a genius idea although the one I used had sizeable holes so instead of fleece I used my son’s old (but clean!) multicoloured t-shirt scraps instead. My little chichi LOVES it. Thank you.

@rosemarywright4377 4 жыл бұрын

Brilliant....Thank you.

@Cardlady1967 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you. Great idea.

@54811Lili Жыл бұрын

I was just buying food for my dog and cats. I wanted to gift them a new toy and these snuffle mats were so expensive. Thank you so much for this video, I have dozens of cardboards laying around the house and so much unused fabric. My DIY heart is pumping up again :DDD

@rjelephant8075 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you so much! Just what i needed.

@NilooWonka 3 жыл бұрын

So cute! I might make some extra ones to use for home decoration 😂

@eunikemarisca8430 3 жыл бұрын

I would never bored watching your vid 😍 thxxxx your channel really help me out ❤

@bhampatty1 Ай бұрын

My Dollar Tree didn't have a sink mat, so I ordered one from Amazon for $6.00. I have some old leftover fleece from when I made PJs for my grandsons, who are now in college. I think my little boy would really love a snuffle mat from Kansas City Chiefs and Atlanta Falcons fabric! 😂

@vidanw5404 4 жыл бұрын

Wow, love your video! Dog loves snuffle mats

@bizburgess1947 3 жыл бұрын

This was the best of 5 youtube videos I saw on this topic. Thank you for posting.

@ProudDogMom 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you so much for your kind words! I'm so happy to hear you enjoyed the video. Happy crafting - hope your pup enjoys their new toy!

@TheZGal45 4 жыл бұрын

That is freaking awesome! Thank you so much!

@ProudDogMom 4 жыл бұрын

Happy to hear you liked the video :)

@joannevieira6608 3 жыл бұрын

Going to make this for my 🐈

@debbalvarez8760 3 жыл бұрын

New subbie I love how you explain so well!

@MomOfBoysNOLA 4 жыл бұрын

I will be making one of these for my dog soon. Great tutorial! Thanks

@ProudDogMom 4 жыл бұрын

I bet your pup is going to love it :)

@Emilyaclare2 4 жыл бұрын

Wow, you’re wonderful!!🎊 I’ll definitely be checking out your other content! Thank you so much 🤗

@ProudDogMom 4 жыл бұрын

Thank you so much!

@MacATK 3 жыл бұрын

I'm going to the store to get this stuff. Thanks for the great video.

@Charlottesweb604 5 ай бұрын

I’m going to make this!!!

@HumanGoodOne Жыл бұрын

Amazing 🎉 Thanks so much! We have a doggie whose temperament is required some entertaining. Among all other chew and tag toys these mat will be wonderful addition to her collection and it's easy to make. 🎉🎉🎉🎉🎉🎉 P.S. Just remembered, that i have some old place mats made of material that will work perfectly for the base. 👌

@its_emmaa.x 3 жыл бұрын

i made one and my dog Loves it!!!

@robinrutherfordcost4748 2 жыл бұрын

Nice and full too. Sara Ondrako also shows how to put a pocket in so it's a different way that the dog has to search for the treats.

@jennifergray6795 3 жыл бұрын

Cute! I am making one! my little cavalier is getting bored while I am on the computer working from home, she’s started licking walls and stealing socks. 😂 love this idea

@joannevieira6608 3 жыл бұрын

Omg lol

@618DiarrheaSquirrels Жыл бұрын

I completely understand! My dogs are not happy that I am home but not dropping everything anytime they want me to... this is going to be great for them. I just happened to have one of those plastic things from dollar tree laying around!

@vidahorton9574 3 жыл бұрын

And it’s also good for pet rabbits too 🐰🥰

@sahilbose9266 2 жыл бұрын

Gonna make this for my dachshund pup

@artistdogmom 3 жыл бұрын

That great idea's

@emmasters3330 3 жыл бұрын

Love this easy diy! Do you think it'll be a good toy for a puppy?

@grethelruelas6802 4 жыл бұрын

Wow

@supercoopersundayanimation7868 3 жыл бұрын

Theyre also great carpets 😝

@ProudDogMom 3 жыл бұрын

haha and dog beds! When I leave mine on the floor for a while, my two small pups usually go relax on it lol

@thepebble 3 жыл бұрын

This is so amazing just subscribed!!! Can’t wait to get my dog to try out these creative diys!!!

@vhianazarenepunzalan8162 3 жыл бұрын

Hi, you can use canvas fabric for that instead cardboard

@sophiab.7375 3 жыл бұрын

My dogs would just play with the mat 😂

@mormongirl97 2 жыл бұрын

I think I’ve got some leftover chicken wire from puppy proofing my porch and some old fabric, I’m going to make one of these first thing in the morning

@annapropp5205 4 жыл бұрын

This is fantastic! I love your channel and was wondering if you have any suggestions for food toppers to make kibble a little better and a little more fun at meal time? My dog is around 3 months old and she likes her kibble but not in love with it. I've been looking into salmon oil or other toppers but wondered what you would suggest that I could make at home instead of buying it from the pet store? Thanks so much

@cleosteele429 3 жыл бұрын

Dr. Martys raw freeze dried .... My chihuahua was picky until i found it...

@SpecsAppeal Жыл бұрын

My husky loves tuna mixed in once a week!

@wbertacchini 5 ай бұрын

(12x12)x2=288 one inch strips. eight inches long. So depending on how wide the fabric is (most fleece is 60 inches wide) a proximate 58 1 inch strips. If strips are 8 inches long you would need so about 40 inches of fabric that is 60 inches wide, total. So depending on how many colors. You decide. This is if you use a mat that is 12x12. I would always get more fabric than needed.

@mallyk1844 2 жыл бұрын

if you have grass outside, you can use that

@kimcox3627 2 жыл бұрын

Would to work to use the minky type of fleece?

@susanbrown1141 Жыл бұрын

I don't have old fleece blankets. How many yards of fleece are needed for each color?

@Sonia-hs2ws 3 жыл бұрын

i would like to know where you bought the plastic base, i want to make one for my dog, i know i can buy it already made, but. it makes me very excited to make it myself. where did you buy the plastic base, it is very difficult to find something like this.

@v73c 2 жыл бұрын

What size sink mat did you use? I'm making some for my local shelter.

@PattiFinn 3 жыл бұрын

How much fleece do you buy?

@ashleyc7287 3 жыл бұрын

How do you wash this? I'm sure it will get full of drool!

@mikewizoski7593 2 жыл бұрын

Your dog looks like my baby that passed away she is beautiful

@smileyvickyy 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you for saving us 30USD :D

@fransvantolhuysen2560 3 жыл бұрын

At a certain time I think you need to wash your mat and with cardboard base???

@susanmiller8902 2 жыл бұрын

Would I be able to do this with a stretch knit material/tshirts instead of fleece? Fleece is a dog hair magnet! Lol!

@SweetDreamz619 2 жыл бұрын

That's what I was thinking too. I have a pug. 😅

@robinrutherfordcost4748 2 жыл бұрын

I use regular novelty fabric too. Sometimes an old sweatshirt. Just want to pick it up once they're done searching just so they don't eat or destroy it if your dog has that tendency. My young Dobe doesn't even want his lunch in his bowl anymore. Has to be his snuffle mat.

@Mariemaymoore 3 жыл бұрын

These are for cats aswell

@CasinoKing04 6 ай бұрын

Would this work for cats too?

@bibhubratajena610 2 жыл бұрын

what if your dog tries to bite it and shake it?

@jessicastortz9138 2 жыл бұрын

Hmmmm...Interesting

@ilianarex3918 Жыл бұрын

Question: My 10yo 33 pound dog will growl when someone will pet him and talk to him near his face or be rough with the petting. What should I do?

@mystimisfit8938 3 жыл бұрын

Does it have to be fleece? Or can you use old clothing/towels?

@Annalovesautumn Жыл бұрын

Fleece is good because it doesn't really fray or unravel like some fabrics. T-shirt strips hold together decently, so that might be just fine, but it may not be as durable over time

@carladuran8986 3 жыл бұрын

Would it be okay to do it with old jeans?

@ProudDogMom 3 жыл бұрын

Love that idea! I think that would be great :)

@domingaduran5209 2 жыл бұрын

Hola soy nueva mi nombre es dominga me encantó tu canal pero no subes videos traducidos al español 😔

@TrishMeyer 3 жыл бұрын

After you insert each fabric strip do you tie them or was that just for the first one?

@emmabreyer9481 3 жыл бұрын

I think you tie all of them.

@cindyshaw3327 2 жыл бұрын

I would knot each one twice for added security. I also heard these can be made with rubber perforated floor tiles. They are heavier and more durable.

@juliebraga1130 10 ай бұрын

Hello and thank you for video. Is there another place with I can purchase the sink mats with holes? I have looked at the dollar stores here in Canada nd they dont sell them. Thank you

@rosemaryplant3640 5 ай бұрын

I'm in Canada and found them at Dollar Tree

@juliebraga1130 5 ай бұрын

Thank you. Finally found some at our dollar tree store ❤

@jessicadimeglio9590 4 жыл бұрын

How much fleece did you use ?

@funnyandrew7782 4 жыл бұрын

A Lot

@PattiFinn 3 жыл бұрын

@@funnyandrew7782 How many yards would you say? Guesstimate.

@veronicawong1426 2 жыл бұрын

I don’t even have a dog lmao

@angelcempel9288 4 жыл бұрын

Anyone in Australia know where to find these mats? 😊

@candecekenrick5033 4 жыл бұрын

Angel Chempel I used a door Matt from Bunnings x the rubber ones with holes

@angelcempel9288 4 жыл бұрын

Candece Kenrick thank you. Life saver 😊

@hannahswartzendruber1474 4 жыл бұрын

Where did you get the kitchen mat?

@CenterCoastVideo 4 жыл бұрын

I am going to the 99 cent store near me home tomorrow and see if they have some or maybe dollar general

@hannahswartzendruber1474 4 жыл бұрын

Thank you!

@ProudDogMom 4 жыл бұрын

I got mine from Amazon! Here's a link: amzn.to/2CNQZY7

@dotgale1431 3 жыл бұрын

I found mine at Dollar Tree....

@MissLimar 11 ай бұрын

How do you clean this?

@ProudDogMom 11 ай бұрын

Hand wash and hang dry :)

@jessicastortz9138 2 жыл бұрын

A crochet needle

@miagiles1599 4 жыл бұрын

Are these washable? 💛

@tonizamora8695 4 жыл бұрын

I've read comments &people said that they just toss them right in the washer

@ProudDogMom 4 жыл бұрын

As long as you don't make the cardboard version then yes :)

@funnyandrew7782 4 жыл бұрын

Can I use wood and drill holes in it?

@supercoopersundayanimation7868 3 жыл бұрын

I wouldnt. If any if the wood were to chip off the dog would swallow it and get sick

@caitlinw2201 3 жыл бұрын

You could but it would be very hard to wash and these need washing occasionally.

@nalman6471 Жыл бұрын

Buy the sink mat at Dollar Tree

@hitherandyonstudio Жыл бұрын

I would not use peanut butter as the treat here.

@transcribe1522 Жыл бұрын

Hi, I am a fan. I hope it is fine with you. I need to just take a few seconds of this clip for my video promoting the use of dog toys for our dog's health. I will give credits at the end of my video.

@jessicastortz9138 2 жыл бұрын

She has a poodle in the background