![]() Nylon or soft muzzles tend to go around the dog’s jaw, which prevents them from opening their jaws wide. ![]() They allow dogs to pant, drink and take treats, but most importantly, they keep your dog from biting! Nylon or soft muzzle We don’t like to see you overwhelmed by all the options, so let’s take a look at all the ones there are and get the right type for your dog’s muzzle training!īasket muzzles can be made of wire, rubber, biothane or plastic. There are quite a few different types and designs of muzzles available out there in the market. Photo by Annie Spratt on Unsplash Different types of muzzles Teaching them to ‘leave it’ works well for many owners, but for others, entirely avoiding unwanted eating by using a muzzle to manage them will be a better solution. Makes sense that this happens when they eat something they shouldn’t. This includes anything from cat poop to random junk on the street that causes diarrhoea or other health concerns. Eating everythingĭogs love to scavenge, which means that some will simply eat anything and everything. This legislation will vary depending on where you live, so check the rules if you’re travelling. Not gonna lie, this makes us sad because it reinforces prejudices about dogs of certain breeds, who might not be aggressive individuals at all. Breed-specific legislationĭogs registered on the Dangerous Dogs Act banned list must wear a muzzle in public places due to laws and legislation. Sensitive areas like your dog’s ears might also be tricky to clean out without getting snapped at by a sensitive dog, so a muzzle will keep your groomer’s hands safe from bite marks. While muzzle-free grooming is the ultimate goal, dogs who have not been bathed, brushed or groomed enough, may have big mats in their fur which make them sore when they go to the groomers. Whether they like it or not, the Vet’s will be part of their lives, so it’s worth checking out our guide to help your puppy enjoy Vet visits. In these cases where your dog must be examined, a muzzle can help the vet stay safe and prevent your dog biting them. You can’t blame them they often only go there to be poked, prodded or for vaccinations. Some dogs feel very anxious as they step into the office, especially if they have not had a good experience there. The Vet’s might not be your dog’s favourite place to be. See? A muzzle in this instance is good management, as it not only keeps others safe, but it also keeps your dog safe by preventing them from getting in trouble. It’s also those who are anxious and may use biting defensively – they should wear a muzzle to prevent them from biting people or other dogs around them.nobody wants to be snapped at. History of bitingĪggressive dogs are those who have a bite history. This doesn’t make them aggressive, by the way! It just means they might be stressed and in pain and may react according to that. ![]() If your dog is injured or has been in an accident (knock on wood), and you need to move them, a muzzle can be used to prevent them from lashing out and biting. Muzzles can be worn for so many reasons: biting, visits to the vet, due to laws and requirements when travelling… Depending on the reason why you’re wanting your puppy to use a muzzle, you’re going to need a different kind of muzzle. ![]() When is it appropriate for dogs to wear a muzzle? Is your puppy biting a lot? You’ll find loads of useful advice in our guide to aggressive puppy biting. If you see a dog wearing a muzzle, it doesn’t mean they are necessarily aggressive, so try not to judge them on looks alone! In reality, muzzles are actually useful for a number of reasons. Some people feel that muzzles are inhumane and cruel, but this is often the case when muzzle training is not fully understood. Usually, the public perception of muzzles is that only ‘bad’ dogs wear them – like those who are aggressive and risk biting. Photo by Annie Spratt on Unsplash Why do muzzles have such a bad reputation? All you have to do is shout (not literally). Oh, and if you run into particularly difficult times, our professional dog trainers are available to talk to you 24/7 via our in-app chat. ![]() You’ll even learn how to stop puppy biting without the need for a muzzle! Our training programme is designed specifically according to the dog’s breed type and stage of development. By downloading the Zigzag puppy training app today, you’ll get access to all kinds of puppy training lessons you’ll want to tackle on your journey. ![]()
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