Two LickiMat setups, two different jobs

The LickiMat Indoor Keeper and the LickiMat Soother Large are both lick mat products, but they solve different problems. The Indoor Keeper is a 2-in-1 bowl and mat holder: it holds up to 6 cups of dry dog food as a regular bowl, and it secures a standard-sized LickiMat inside to help prevent messes and keep the mat in place. The Soother Large is a standalone textured lick mat designed for soft, liquid, and spreadable treats, with a brush tip pattern that suits yogurt, purees, gravy, and similar foods.

Choosing between them comes down to whether you need a bowl that also holds a mat, or a mat you can use on its own for treat sessions and slow feeding. The comparison below uses only the supplied product information, so you can see exactly what each option does and does not confirm.

Indoor Keeper vs Soother Large at a glance

  • Primary use: Indoor Keeper: 2-in-1 dog food bowl and standard-sized LickiMat holder. Soother Large: standalone slow feeder lick mat for soft and liquid treats.
  • Capacity: Indoor Keeper holds up to 6 cups of dry dog food as a regular bowl. The Soother Large is a mat, not a bowl, so it has no dry food capacity.
  • Mat compatibility: Indoor Keeper fits all Classic and Tuff LickiMats. The Soother Large is itself a LickiMat with a brush tip design; it is not described as a holder for other mats.
  • Cleaning: Indoor Keeper is 100% dishwasher safe. The supplied information for the Soother Large does not state dishwasher safety; it is described as non-toxic, microwave proof, and freezer-friendly.
  • Colours: Indoor Keeper comes in Turquoise, Grey, and Pink. Soother Large comes in Green, Orange, and Turquoise.

What the Indoor Keeper adds

What the Soother Large offers

When the Indoor Keeper makes more sense

Choose the Indoor Keeper if you want a single product that works as a standard food bowl and as a secure holder for your existing Classic or Tuff LickiMat. Its 6-cup dry food capacity and dishwasher-safe design make it a practical everyday bowl, while the holder function helps prevent pets from moving or chewing their LickiMats. The patent-pending notch is a small but useful detail for removing the mat after use.

Keep in mind that the Indoor Keeper is a holder and bowl; it does not include a LickiMat in the supplied information, so you will need a compatible Classic or Tuff LickiMat to use the holder function.

When the Soother Large is the better pick

Choose the Soother Large if your main goal is spreading soft treats, yogurt, purees, or liquid foods for a slower, more engaging treat session. Its brush tip design is made for these textures, and it can be frozen for longer-lasting enrichment. It is also a good option if you want a standalone mat without a bowl, for example for use during grooming, vet visits, or stressful times as the product description suggests.

The supplied information does not state that the Soother Large is dishwasher safe, so check the manufacturer's care instructions before cleaning. It is described as non-toxic, microwave proof, and freezer-friendly.

Practical checks before you buy

  • Do you already own a Classic or Tuff LickiMat?: If yes, the Indoor Keeper can secure it and add bowl functionality. If no, you will need to buy a compatible mat separately to use the holder.
  • What texture are you serving?: For dry kibble as a meal, the Indoor Keeper's 6-cup bowl is the clear choice. For soft, liquid, or spreadable treats, the Soother Large's brush tip design is intended for those foods.
  • How important is dishwasher cleaning?: The Indoor Keeper is confirmed 100% dishwasher safe. The Soother Large's dishwasher suitability is not confirmed in the supplied information.
  • Will you freeze treats?: The Soother Large is freezer-friendly. The Indoor Keeper's freezer suitability is not stated in the supplied information.