Peanut Butter Banana Lick Mat

Ingredients

• 1 teaspoonPeanut butterMUST be xylitol-free (no xylitol / birch sugar); choose an unsalted, no-added-sugar variety.
• 1/4 small, mashedBananaRipe banana mashed smooth.

Steps

1. Mash the banana until smooth in a small bowl.
2. Stir in the xylitol-free peanut butter until combined.
3. Spread a thin layer across a clean lick mat, pushing it into the grooves.
4. Optional: freeze for 1-2 hours to make it last longer.
5. Offer the mat in a supervised spot and wash it well after use.

Storage

Best served fresh. A prepared mat can be covered and refrigerated for up to 2 days or frozen for up to 1 month.

Portion guidance

Peanut butter is high in calories and fat, so a thin smear is all a 4-7 lb Yorkie needs. It counts toward the ~10% daily treat budget - use it sparingly, especially for dogs prone to weight gain or pancreatitis.