Oxbow Timothy CLUB Hide & Seek Small Animal Mat (small)

Edible Woven Hay Mat for Foraging Fun

Product Description

The Oxbow Timothy CLUB Hide & Seek Mat is a hand-woven mat made entirely from Timothy hay, designed to tap into your pet's natural foraging instincts. Tuck treats, pellets, or bits of hay into the woven sections, and your pet has to root through the mat to find them. It works well inside the habitat or during supervised playtime outside it.

Features

• 100% Timothy Hay
• Hand-Woven Construction
• Fully Edible Design
• No Wires or Chemicals
• Multi-Species Compatible

Benefits

• Taps Into Foraging Instincts: Hiding treats in the woven sections gives your pet a reason to root, dig, and search for food each day.
• Fully Edible Chew: Made entirely from Timothy hay, this mat is completely safe for your pet to gnaw and nibble on as they play.
• No Wires or Strings: The mat is woven without any wires, strings, or chemicals, so there's nothing artificial for your pet to chew.
• Versatile Placement: Use the mat inside the habitat every day or bring it out for supervised playtime outside the cage or pen.
• Works for Many Small Pets: Guinea pigs, hamsters, gerbils, mice, and rats can all enjoy this mat during playtime or foraging sessions.

Ingredients

Timothy hay.

How to Use

Usage Instructions

• Hide Treats Inside: Tuck small treats, pellets, or bits of hay into the woven sections before offering the mat to your pet.
• Place in the Habitat: Set the mat somewhere accessible in your pet's enclosure so they can start foraging and chewing.
• Use for Supervised Play: Bring the mat outside the habitat during supervised playtime for a change of scenery and enrichment too.

Additional Information

Care Instructions

• Store in a Dry Spot: Keep this mat somewhere cool and dry so it doesn't pick up moisture or start to mold.
• Check It Periodically: Look the mat over now and then for dampness, mold, or an off smell before offering it again.
• Replace as It Wears Down: Since your pet will gradually chew through the mat, plan to replace it once it's mostly gone or worn.

Safety Instructions

• Chewable, Not Meant to Be Eaten Whole: This mat is safe for chewing but isn't designed to be fully consumed in one sitting.
• Supervise the First Few Uses: Keep an eye on your pet early on to see how they interact with this mat and toy.
• Remove If It Gets Damp: Take the mat away if it feels damp, smells musty, or starts to look moldy.

Shipping & Return

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For return instructions or product concerns, please refer to our detailed refund policy.

Frequently Asked Questions

Q1: What is this mat made of?

Ans: It's hand-woven entirely from Timothy hay, with no wires, strings, or chemicals added. It's safe for chewing, though it's designed more for gnawing and foraging than being fully eaten over the course of a single play session.

Q2: How do I use the hide-and-seek feature?

Ans: Tuck small treats, pellets, or bits of hay into the woven sections of the mat before placing it in your pet's habitat. Your pet then has to root through the mat to find what's hidden inside. This turns a simple mat into a foraging puzzle.

Q3: What animals is this mat suitable for?

Ans: This mat works well for guinea pigs, hamsters, gerbils, mice, and rats. Since it's designed for foraging and light chewing, most small pets can get some use out of it regardless of size or breed you happen to have.

Q4: Is this mat safe to eat completely?

Ans: It's made entirely from Timothy hay, so nibbling and chewing on it is expected and safe. It's designed for chewing rather than being fully eaten, so treat it more like a chew toy than a meal.

Q5: How long does this mat typically last?

Ans: It depends on how much your pet chews. Many rabbits can enjoy about a month of regular play and foraging from one mat before it needs replacing. Heavier chewers will likely go through it faster than that.

Q6: How should I store this mat?

Ans: Keep it somewhere cool and dry so it doesn't pick up moisture or develop mold. Check it periodically, and toss it if it starts smelling off, feeling damp, or looking discolored before offering it to your pet again for their safety.