Warm Snuffle Mat – Handmade Enrichment Toy

Calm • Engage • Enrich

Inspired by rich autumn landscapes and earthy Highland tones, the Warm Collection Snuffle Mat brings calm, sensory enrichment into your pet's daily routine.

Designed to encourage natural foraging behaviour, this fleece snuffle mat transforms treat time into a gentle nose-work activity. Simply hide dry treats or kibble among the fleece strips and let your pet sniff, search and explore at their own pace.

Sniffing is naturally calming for many animals and can help reduce boredom, support emotional regulation and provide valuable mental stimulation. This makes snuffle mats especially useful during quieter moments at home, rest days between walks, or when your pets needs a calming activity indoors.

Each mat is handmade in the Scottish Highlands using soft anti-pill fleece for durability, comfort and long-lasting enrichment.

The Warm Collection

This design draws inspiration from forests and earthy Highland tones that feel cosy and grounding. The palette draws on colours found across the Scottish landscape, from deep greens and rich berry tones to warmer shades reminiscent of autumn foliage and heather-covered hills.

When translated into fleece, these tones layer together to create warmth and depth within the finished snuffle mats, forming a palette that feels natural, cosy and connected to the outdoors.

The result is a visually striking enrichment mat that blends thoughtful design with purposeful play.

Together, the Cool and Warm collections reflect two sides of the natural landscape, from the calm movement of the sea to the richness and warmth of forested hills.

Size & Fit

Each Nova Zeal Snuffle Mat is handcrafted and available in multiple sizes to suit different pets.

Small approx. 20 x 20cm (8 x 8")

• Suitable for toy breeds, puppies and small pets
• A gentle introduction to scent work
• Includes a carabiner clip for easy portability
• Ideal for travel 

Medium approx. 35 x 20cm (14 x 8")

• Perfect for everyday use by small to medium dogs
• Offers a balanced challenge for everyday foraging

Large approx. 35 x 35cm (14 x 14")

• Great for larger pets or enthusiastic sniffers
• Provides more space for hiding treats and extended enrichment sessions

Multiple mats can be connected together to create a larger foraging surface, making them suitable for growing pups or multi-pet households. If you’re unsure how to access the connector points, leave a note at checkout and we’ll be happy to help.

How to Use

Scatter a small amount of dry treats or kibble between the fleece folds and allow your pet to sniff, search and forage at their own pace. Suitable for calm, supervised enrichment sessions.

Snuffle mats can be used for:

• Mealtime enrichment
• Slow feeding for fast eaters
• Rainy day mental stimulation
• Calm wind-down activities
• Building confidence through scent work

Always supervise you pet during use.

Multi-Species Friendly

While designed with dogs in mind, snuffle mats are also enjoyed by:

• Cats
• Rabbits
• Guinea pigs
• Other small pets who enjoy foraging activities

Product Details

• Handmade with anti-pill polar fleece
• Encourages natural sniffing and foraging behaviour
• Machine washable at 30°C (air dry only)
• Designed for enrichment, not chewing
• Crafted in small batches in the Scottish Highlands

Safety Notice

Always supervise your pet when using enrichment toys. Remove after use and store safely. Not suitable for children or pets that chew destructively when left unattended.

Looking for a bundle?

Pair your Snuffle Mat with a Nova Zeal Snuffle Ball or Tug Toy to create a balanced enrichment toolkit for calm, engaging play.