LickiMat Classic Playdate vs Mini Tuff Soother: Size Guide
By The Pet Centre Truro | Published: 2026-11-05
Category: Buying Guides
Compare the LickiMat Classic Playdate and Mini Tuff Soother by size, material and feeding style. Use our decision rules to pick the right slow feeder for your dog or puppy.
Quick answer
Choose the LickiMat Classic Playdate Turquoise for gentle licking and supervised puppy meals where value matters. Choose the LickiMat Mini Tuff Soother Pink when you need a tougher, chew-resistant mat for a stronger chewer or a smaller, more compact surface.
Size and surface area: what actually changes
The Classic Playdate offers a larger licking surface, which suits spreading a full meal or a generous layer of soft food. The Mini Tuff Soother is smaller and more compact, so it works better for quick treats, pill hiding or travel.
A larger mat encourages longer licking sessions, which can help stretch a meal. A smaller mat is easier to fill precisely and takes up less freezer or cupboard space.
Material and durability trade-offs
Both mats are made from non-toxic food-grade TPR and are freezer safe and microwave friendly. The key difference is that the Mini Tuff Soother uses a tougher, chew-resistant rubber, while the Classic Playdate uses standard TPR.
That means the Mini Tuff Soother is the safer bet for dogs that tend to bite or chew at the mat after the food is gone. The Classic Playdate is still durable for licking and scraping, but it is not designed for heavy chewing.
Puppies, portion control and supervision
For puppies, a smaller mat like the Mini Tuff Soother can help you control portions and reduce mess while your puppy learns to lick rather than gulp. The Classic Playdate is a good choice for older puppies and calm adult dogs that already lick politely.
No mat replaces supervision. If your dog is a determined chewer, always put the mat away after the treat is finished.
Decision rules for choosing your LickiMat
- If your dog chews the mat: Pick the Mini Tuff Soother. Its tougher, chew-resistant rubber handles biting better than the Classic Playdate. Still remove the mat once the food is gone.
- If you want a larger licking area: Pick the Classic Playdate. The bigger surface suits full meals and longer licking sessions.
- If you are feeding a puppy: Start with the Mini Tuff Soother for smaller portions and easier portion control, then move to the Classic Playdate as licking habits improve. Supervise every session until your puppy stops chewing.
- If you need freezer or microwave convenience: Both mats are freezer safe and microwave friendly, so choose based on size and toughness rather than temperature use.
Product facts
- LickiMat Mini Tuff Soother Pink: Tougher chew-resistant rubber Better suited to dogs that bite or chew the mat after licking.
LickiMat Mini Tuff Soother Pink - LickiMat Classic Playdate Turquoise: Non-toxic food grade TPR A safe surface for spreading soft food, yoghurt or pate.
LickiMat Classic Playdate Turquoise
Who each mat suits
Best for
- Puppies and small dogs learning to lick
- Dogs that chew or bite at enrichment toys
- Quick treats and travel
Not for
- Large dogs that need a bigger meal surface
- Households that want one mat for full meals and heavy chewing
