Puzzle toy · Outward Hound

Outward Hound Nina Ottosson Lickin' Layers

A lick mat, slow feeder and puzzle in one bowl

Updated October 2026

Quick verdict

A clever meal-time puzzle.

Strength
Three spinning lick tiers.
Trade-off
Not dishwasher friendly.
Right buyer
Owners of medium and large dogs.
Dog size
Medium, Large
Dimensions (seller)
10.35"L x 10.35"W x 2.5"H
Product weight
1.7 pounds
Material
Plastic
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Why it matters

Three large textured layers spin so dogs lick, sniff and paw to find food. The 10.4 in bowl holds up to 2 cups of kibble, wet food, raw food or a spread, turning meals into slow, calming work during crate rest, grooming or fireworks.

Who it's for, and who should skip it

Good fit if

  • Medium and large dogs
  • Wet food meals
  • Calming routines

Look elsewhere if

  • Unsupervised alone time
  • Dogs that chew plastic
  • Dogs that give up easily without help

Pros and cons

Pros

  • Three tiers
  • 2 cup capacity
  • Calming

Cons

  • Plastic
  • Cleaning grooves
  • Not chew proof

Limitations to weigh

  • Start on the easiest setting and stay nearby; frustrated dogs may chew the puzzle instead of solving it.

Specifications

Every figure below comes from the source shown in brackets. Where the maker doesn't state something, we say so instead of estimating.

Dog sizeMedium, LargeRetailer
Uses (seller)Anxiety Relief, Boredom Buster, Brain Game, Mental Health, Mental StimulationRetailer
Water resistanceNot Water ResistantRetailer
Product weight1.7 poundsRetailer
Dimensions (seller)10.35"L x 10.35"W x 2.5"HRetailer
MaterialPlasticRetailer
Model number70646Retailer
In the boxDOG GAMERetailer

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Final verdict

A useful meal puzzle.

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Questions buyers ask

How much food does Lickin' Layers hold?
Up to 2 cups.
What size dog is it for?
Medium and large dogs.