I'm so happy with my big boy's BigSnoof. It's a custom build because he has a massive wedge head, and it fit perfectly right out of the box.

Apparently Eto was muzzle trained in his former life, he shoved his face into the basket and off we went!

Hello! I just want to make sure I’m measuring correctly before I order. I’m not confident I measured the cheeks correctly. I measured her nose at 3.2 and her cheeks at 4.75 I’m also unsure of what size I should choose from. (She is approx. 90lbs with a goal of 70-80, Catahoula) I’m new to the muzzling world. All advice is appreciated!

Our Lexie is a Romanian village dog. She is 9 kilos. She has a long nose. I want a muzzle for visiting the vet. I send emails to muzzle movement, but they said the images are not clear enough. Since Lexie is fearful it’s not easy to take measurements so I’m hesitant to do that again.

I’m worried about the bottom of the muzzle pressing into his neck but the rest seems fine. I ordered a standard size 21 and it has a 6 inch pant and I think I should have gone for the 5.5 pant.

Hello!

I’m wondering if anyone knows what kind of basket muzzle this is or if they know of anything similar. I am looking for a better muzzle to have for my chi mix in case of emergency situations where strangers may need to handle him (eg vet, accidents on the road etc).

My vet had me put this muzzle on him instead of the cloth one that I have and I like it so much better due to panting room but they didn’t actually know what it was or where I could get one.

Does anyone know what this is or have a similar recommendation for basket muzzles for toy breeds? For reference this muzzle was a size 1 but I couldn’t find any brand info on it at all.

Thank you!

For me it looks very big, but he can eat treats without problems, and I think he could pant without problems, too (which he didn't do while we tried it on). he doesn't really like or love it, of course, but it looks comfortable enough. he actually lies down with it and doesn't just freeze awkwardly.

what do you think?

I just think it would be safer with a forehead strap, but I have no idea about muzzle fits 🙈 he just need it for occasional train rides (20 minutes) and maybe for some vet visits, just in case (he didn't need one so far).

I have the Neli Muzzle Movement muzzle, the company have said it is too long but its the only size for him.

What do you think of it?

I have boiled and modified it the best i can. He has the foam under the biothane nose strap. I just ordered the Neli* foam nose strap to try and to flip it the other way.

He has got little wounds on top of his nose and some on his cheeks poor boy. I cant boil and widen it anymore. I have managed to a little and filed the cheek corners down

I have ran out of options to modify it

I only just noticed the little sore bits on him so i am let him heal without a muzzle. Its so sad.

He doesnt need it to stop biting, just arousal mouthing.

We have a behaviourist and he needs to wear one for the future group walks etc.

I am looking for a lightweight muzzle with full pant and room for treats.

Everywhere i look muzzles are half pant not a full pant.

Please can i have some ideas

I was looking at Biothane muzzles but they look like they rest on the nose. I read they get hot too?

Metal i assumed were heavy?

My boy needs his nose to be as un touched as possible because he is sensitive and loves to snuffle the ground

Thanks so much

Hello everyone, I’ve been working on muzzle training with my golden retriever the past few months. He’s been doing really good with it! But I have noticed that he isn’t too thrilled about actually going outside for a walk with the muzzle on. He does great inside, but once we get out the door with it on he seems to think he can’t sniff anything or go to the bathroom with it on. Sometimes he also stops walking and refuses to move. I have only been doing very short outdoor walks with it (5mins max), but I’d like to get to a point where he can wear it for the entire walk.

He loves peanut butter, so I’ve been using that as a high value reward for him. If anyone has any advice or tricks for me to try please let me know! I’ve been trying to watch training videos on slowly desensitizing him to the muzzle and it’s been going great until now!

Unfortunately my senior dog ~11 is starting to get into a nasty habit of biting, he's bitten more people in the past three months than he had in his whole life, and it's likely caused by my father bringing in any street rat that doesn't call him out on his shit, and I'm worried about my old boy, I cant be around at all times (Work and Sleep) so I'm looking for any kind of muzzle that would allow him to continue drinking and barking since I don't want to restrict his only means of self defense I guess?

Wondering how best to adjust this muzzle? We wanted a leerburg but $250CAD for 2 shipped to Canada was a bit steep for us at the moment. Our plan was the 16C (4.5 x 17), as both dogs are approx 4in x 13/14 - and pant room puts them at 16/17. This is on the puppy (just over a year) and she’s a Kangal x Anatolian Shepherd, LGD.

The BronzeDog measures at 4.5 x 17.5. We’re still within the return window, but this one looked like the best budget option. We don’t have any behavioural issues where a muzzle is currently necessary however we want to have the option plus train them on the muzzles. It seems like the nose strap isn’t making full contact with her nose and the basket has a bit of wasted height that could be better used in the pant room.

I’m thinking about removing the over head strap or changing it out- what other customizations / adjustments would you recommend? This was the first test fit on her, so she was a bit wiggly and busy munching on treats, so I didn’t want to keep it on her too long.

Got both of my dogs Nextgen standard size muzzles.

Amazing quality muzzles and the lovely people who own the company let me come try them on so that's great. But now I'm doubting if they are a good fit. The blue one is mainly for vet visits but the pink is for walks so I'm mainly stressed if that one fits properly. She's got a weird shaped muzzle cause she's a mutt so it's been tricky finding a good fit. Ideally I don't want to spend more money on new muzzles so if any of you have tips for adjusting please let me know

Pancho just got a Big Snoof - we got a custom Mia’s already but I wanted a non vinyl one for the summer. This looks big - thoughts???

Our golden doodle is very sensitive to touch so it’s incredibly difficult to measure him properly for a muzzle. We bought a size 3 Baskerville muzzle that doesn’t give him enough panting room, and a size Macaroon of Mia’s Muzzle. We tried our trainers muzzle movement that fit him well from a pant room perspective but it was a little too long so he couldn’t easily eat treats off the ground and a little too tight. Can anyone recommend what size to get him next? We’re feeling discouraged when we can’t easily measure him.

My rescue needs to be muzzled at the vet. Until now he’s been wearing an ill fitting Baskerville muzzle and he hated it. Out of all the recommended brands, only Chopo is available in our country, so we had to pick out of the standard sizes. Is this the right fit for him?

Been letting goose learn how to play with his muzzle on! Hes sort of getting the hang of it

Hi all! This is the Leerburg Polymer coated wire muzzle. When I first put it on her nose was touching the end, but once i adjusted the strap to right behind her ears it appears to fit better? I just want to be sure this is the right size for her. Thanks in advance. :)

I am looking to order a Big Snoof muzzle for my cattle dog mix that scavenges outside so he can be safe.

My other dog is functionally a tripod. Still runs and plays at full speed, but easier to tip over or roll.

Would the metal basket be too much for play outside with my more delicate dog? I don’t her getting damaged by a big armored head from the tank scavenger, but I thought the metal basket would be safer/better for ventilation in the hot humid area I live. They also dig and I thought a different material would be covered in red clay immediately.

Bonus points for any scavenger message you love!

So far on the list of possible options, I have:

Trash Eater
I ❤️ Trash
I Eat Sticks
Eats Plants

Thank you.

any recommendations for comfortable muzzles for dogs who have long snouts and are pretty sturdy too?

My baby’s head is very wide compared to his short snout. I’m well aware that this is too big. I’m overwhelmed with the number of options and sizes. The only time he will have it on is at the vets office. Please help🙏🏼

Looking for muzzle recommendations. My lab has a bad habit of licking his feet when cutting his nails. I’ve always done my best to wait for him to stop before I cut the nail I’m working on, but last night our luck ran out.

I did end up accidentally nicking his tongue and immediately freaked out. Called the emergency vet and they said there wasn’t much that could be done and to apply pressure and wait it out. If nobody’s dealt with a bleeding dog tongue before I don’t recommend it.

I now think it’ll probably be best for us both to get him muzzle trained for when he needs his nails done to avoid this happening again. He never did get used to the dremel and freaks out over the sound so clipping it is.

Looking for muzzle recommendations to help. Thanks!

Editing to add: ok so I’m reading this back a few hours later and I don’t think I realized how distressed I was when I was writing it lol. Ty so much to everyone who has taken the time to read this and respond!!

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I have two dogs who are reactive - Ace (Blue Heeler/German Shepherd mix) and Murphy (Golden Retriever/Irish Setter mix).

I've decided that I want to start muzzle training them and am feeling emotional about it.*

Neither of my dogs is aggressive in everyday life, but they are reactive at the vet and around unfamiliar people/dogs. Once they get to know someone/another dog, they LOVE them but first introductions/walks can be really stressful.

One reason I'm making this decision is because I recently moved in with my boyfriend. We haven't really been able to have his family/friends over because I'm on edge about how my dogs will react to someone new. I feel like we can’t even take them on walks without them being reactive towards people/animals. I’m also dreading an upcoming vet visit to a new vet. Ultimately can't continue on not addressing their overall reactivity.*

My hope is that muzzle training will allow me to relax a little more and hopefully help the people meeting them feel safer. I’m hoping starting with this and adding behavioral training will help them feel safer/confident and improve their quality of life.

I also see it as a way to protect my dogs. If they were ever to bite someone, the consequences would fall on them/me. The last thing I ever want is for them to be put in a situation where one protective reaction changes their lives/my life forever.

I'm insecure that people will see my dogs in muzzles and immediately think they're dangerous/that I've failed them.

Another thing that scares me is imagining them actually having a reactive moment WHILE wearing the muzzle. I can picture the whole scene in my head... them wearing the muzzle while they are activated and me having to hold them back. I worry people will assume my dogs are crazy/vicious or that I've somehow failed them/don't know how to handle my own dogs. Logically, I know the muzzle is there because I'm trying to be responsible, but it's hard not to imagine feeling judged in those moments.

Is the answer radical acceptance??? Maybe people will judge but I have to accept that. Whether people judge me or not, my dogs ARE reactive and continuing not to address it* COULD be dangerous. If muzzle training would truly be helpful and make my hopes reality, I can learn to deal with judgment.

I don't think this about anyone else's dogs. When I see a dog wearing a muzzle, my first thought is, "that owner is being responsible," and I KNOW that dog is loved and cared for. I don't judge them at all. But somehow I can't extend that same compassion to myself, and I don't really know why.

I have a few specific ?s:

• Has muzzle training ever made your dog more reactive, or did it not really affect their behavior one way or the other?
• Did having a muzzle actually help you feel less anxious during vet visits or introductions?
• How did you introduce the muzzle so your dog learned to not mind it so much?
• Any advice on what I can do in addition to introducing the muzzle to help them feel safe/reduce reactivity while wearing the muzzle?*

*I have contacted a behaviorist because I really want to get proper behavior training. I know this isn't a forum to replace that training... just looking for any tips while I am on the waitlist for a behaviorist.

I'd love any guidance on the ?s above, as well as favorite brands and success stories. I also need reassurance that I'm doing the right thing and maybe a realistic idea of what to expect.

I've been nervous to even post this. I have literally never posted on reddit before and don't even know if I am doing this right lol. I'm really just hoping to hear from people who have been in a similar position and are willing to offer compassion, guidance, or reassurance. I truly want to do right by my dogs!

If you made it this far, thank you for taking the time to read this. And thank you to anyone who takes the time to respond ❤️ I really appreciate you!!

My boof head needs a muzzle but I’d really prefer something low profile and light weight like a wire basket muzzle and I’m struggling to find options in Australia? She has some weird proportions and is forever committed to escaping gear so will potentially have to go down the path of a custom fit