Catstages Nina Ottosson Kitty Lickin’ Layers Cat Treat Puzzle, 6.6 in
A compact three-layer puzzle feeder with dozens of small compartments that makes a cat work for wet food, kibble or treats, and it goes in the dishwasher.
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The Catstages Kitty Lickin’ Layers is a small, round puzzle feeder for cats designed with Nina Ottosson. It has three layers packed with tiny compartments that your cat has to lick and paw food out of.
Who it suits
Indoor cats that eat too fast, beg between meals or need more to do during the day. It works with wet food as well as kibble and treats, so it suits cats on either diet.
Key facts
- Three layers, 70+ compartments (Amazon listing)
- Level 2 intermediate difficulty (Amazon listing)
- About half a cup dry or one cup wet food (PetsRadar)
- Dishwasher safe; BPA, PVC and phthalate free (PetsRadar)
What reviewers say
PetsRadar said it slowed their cat’s meals and reduced begging, and that the dishwasher-safe build makes up for how fiddly it looks to clean. PetsRadar's puzzle feeder guide also lists it among the best cat puzzle feeders.
Pros and cons
- Pro: Works with wet food
- Pro: Dishwasher safe
- Pro: Compact
- Con: Intermediate difficulty
- Con: Must be washed after wet food
- Con: Light, may slide
Cautions
- Start easy so your cat does not give up.
- Count puzzle food in the daily ration.
Additional information
| Brand | Catstages (Outward Hound) |
|---|---|
| Type | Cat treat puzzle / slow feeder |
| Size | About 6.6 in |
| Layers | 3 |
| Compartments | 70+ |
| Difficulty | Level 2 Intermediate |
| Food | Dry, wet or treats |
| Care | Dishwasher safe |