Got these to replace my other spring/summer mats that slip and slide. These are so absorbent and soft. Funny thing is that one of my big dogs prefers it over her bed at night now. Our floors are heated and she is old so I'm surprised she hasn't done it sooner. The mats are more comfy than her bed. I'm considering replacing a few dog mats I have scattered throughout the house with these. They would work well in a dog kennel too.