{"product_id":"excellent-horse-snuffle-mat","title":"Excellent Horse Snuffle Mat","description":"\u003ch2\u003eExcellent Horse Snuffle Mat – natural challenge and anti-boredom\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Excellent Horse Snuffle Mat is an innovative feeding mat specially developed to challenge horses and ponies mentally and stimulate their natural foraging behaviour. By hiding feed or snacks in the structure of the mat, the horse has to actively search and work to eat everything. This provides \u003cstrong\u003emore calm, distraction and enrichment in the daily routine\u003c\/strong\u003e. The snuffle mat is ideal for preventing boredom in the stable, paddock or trailer and offers a playful way to reward horses. Thanks to the soft material, the mat is also suitable for sensitive horse noses.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eBenefits of the Snuffle Mat\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStimulates natural foraging and sniffing behaviour\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHelps reduce boredom and stable vices\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMental challenge and enrichment for the horse\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIdeal as a reward or slow feeding solution\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSuitable for stable, paddock and transport\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSoft and gentle on sensitive noses\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEasy to clean and reusable\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eA smart way to combine feeding with behaviour and well-being.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eHow it works \u0026amp; background\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn the wild, horses spend a large part of the day searching for food. In a modern stable environment this natural occupation is often missing, which can lead to boredom or unwanted behaviour.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Snuffle Mat responds to this by:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eslowing down eating (slow feeding)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eletting the horse actively search\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eproviding mental stimulation\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis not only \u003cstrong\u003eextends feeding time\u003c\/strong\u003e, but also \u003cstrong\u003eimproves the horse's well-being and relaxation\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eSuitable for\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHorses that get bored quickly\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHorses on box rest or restricted movement\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSport horses (mental relaxation)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eYoung horses (learning through play)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUse during transport or in the trailer\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003eUse\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlace the snuffle mat on a flat surface and fill it with, for example:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003epellets or muesli\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003emash\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003epieces of fruit or vegetables\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003esnacks or rewards\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLet the horse search and eat on its own. After use, the mat can simply be rinsed off and hung up to dry.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eMaterial \u0026amp; features\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMaterial: 100% silicone\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSoft and durable\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHygienic and easy to clean\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCan be hung up\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003eDimensions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\u003cli\u003e50 x 50 cm\u003c\/li\u003e\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003eWhy choose a snuffle mat?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA snuffle mat is more than just a feeding aid. It contributes to:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003emental stimulation\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eless stress and boredom\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ecalmer eating behaviour\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ea more natural daily routine\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA simple solution with a big impact on the horse's well-being.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Excellent Horse","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":58965508129103,"sku":"EXCE03001-HAC","price":44.71,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0870\/4186\/8111\/files\/EXCE03001.png?v=1790772150","url":"https:\/\/www.fidello.us\/products\/excellent-horse-snuffle-mat","provider":"Fidello","version":"1.0","type":"link"}