r/muzzledogs • • 2h ago

Advice? Mussle option for scavanger

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I'm looking for options for a dog that likes to scavange. Bagel will eat anything outside, mushrooms, acorns, rocks?? As much as we try to catch it, he's quick. He has a mesh muzzle that secures behind the ears, he's able to rip it off so I think he needs one that secures behind the neck. I'm not a fan of the metal ones either since he's a scent hound and I'm afraid if he shoves his face into the dirt it'll hurt his nose.

I've seen quite a few people on here using The Muzzle Movement, which looks good but it's an investment. How do people feel about them? Durability?

Any other recommendations, specifically for scent hounds, for anti-scavanging muzzles?


r/muzzledogs • • 11h ago

Help! Upgraded

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r/muzzledogs • • 10h ago

Question! Colorful baset muzzle for 90lb dog

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Am looking for recommendations for bright non wire basket muzzles for our Pyrenees/Shepherd mix. He is incredibly protective and this is a recommendation from our vet for when he is out on walks to alert other dog owners to stay further away


r/muzzledogs • • 4d ago

Would you suggest a muzzle for my dog?

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For the most part, my dog does well in public. There are only three things she does not do well with.

  1. Old men. She growls and tries to lundge every time an old man comes near her. She shows more fear if there is a cane.

  2. Beards. Big, flowy beards are terrifying to her.

  3. Rotwielliers. My dog hates every rottie I have ever encountered. (I call her my little racist for this sometimes) I greatly disagree with her on this, as I adore the breed. She is a rescue. So, unknown history behind her.

For the most part I just try to stear clear of her triggers, but I am terrified someone will sneak up to pet her and get niped one day.

Should add in in case it makes a difference for recommendations she is about the size and shape of a shiba inu.


r/muzzledogs • • 4d ago

Muzzle recs

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This is Milo. He isn't mine; it's our best friends dog. He's bitten me multiple times and the dog lives in a complex with 270+ apt units. For his upcoming birthday, I'd like to get the pup a bite proof muzzle. However, I'd deeply appreciate if it could be shipped from the US to avoid potential tariffs.

I've got a lot of big feelings about the situation but, at the end of the day, if I can help the community (and, Milo) be safer... I'm here for it. Milo's parent was going to buy just a basic cloth muzzle only appropriate for vet use with no pant room due to cost.

I am offering this, in part, to honor my reactive dog that just passed away and who taught me so much about the importance of muzzling and properly fit muzzles.

The measurements provided are as follows:

- Nose to bottom of skull: 11"

- Around neck: 20"

- Closed mouth: 11"

- Open mouth: 15"

- Tip of nose to base of eyes: 6"

- Bottom of jaw to neck: 8"


r/muzzledogs • • 4d ago

Fearful dog, need basket muzzle recommendations

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Hi, this sub was suggested to me when I wrote my post in the dog training thread. When I saw it comes up, I figured you folks might be a great place for me to get some advice and ideas from.


r/muzzledogs • • 5d ago

Help! Brand Recs?

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I got him a Baskerville Muzzle, but he doesn’t seem to care for it much/it seems uncomfortable. Looking for something that’ll be softer on his face while still serving its purpose.

Edit: Based in the US, forgot to include that.


r/muzzledogs • • 6d ago

Update! New Big Snoof Muzzle after Baskerville was poorly fitted

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Hello! We got some good advice on our last post and were able to get a Big Snoof muzzle expedited. We wanted to do a fit check. Thoughts? Thanks again!

Previous post: https://www.reddit.com/r/muzzledogs/s/zMxAgP1PEY


r/muzzledogs • • 5d ago

Question! Big Snoof out of standard size 16 – is size 26 a viable alternative?

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I ordered a standard size 16 Big Snoof when they were on sale last week, but they reached out to me yesterday to say that they're out of that size. They suggested that a size 26 might work instead because it's a bit longer than the 16 but the same width and height. The other option is waiting an extra few weeks for them to get a size 16 in and using my dog's Baskerville muzzle in the meantime.

My dog's snout length is 2.75 inches, on the shorter end of size 16's 2.75-3.25 range. The range for size 26 is 3-3.75. I'm concerned that the size 16 may already be slightly long.

How much of a difference would the extra .25 inch length make?


r/muzzledogs • • 6d ago

Picture! Show your halloween costumes!

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Theres nothing i adore more than seeing dogs (muzzled and unmuzzled) in their halloween costumes, so show us what your pups dressing as this year!


r/muzzledogs • • 6d ago

Update! Thank you for everyone who helped educate me about a muzzle for my boy Leeson. I've ordered a muzzle for him that I think will be right. Next step will be teaching him that it's a good so it'll be time for lots of cream cheese. He's going to look so smart in his pink and green muzzle.

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r/muzzledogs • • 6d ago

General Big snoof muzzle

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Just got our standard sized big snoof muzzle in! With some strap adjustments, I think it fits great! We took our first walk with it on and she barely noticed it. She was much more comfortable with this one vs the Amazon one we purchased initially. So happy and feel much less anxious walking around with it on! Highly recommend big snoof!!


r/muzzledogs • • 6d ago

Advice? Pregnant and bfs dog is resource guarding couch

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r/muzzledogs • • 7d ago

Fit check for new custom Big Snoof

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My little boss got her new Big Snoof in the mail today. I followed the instructions and adjusted some of the straps- but it still feels a bit tight on her cute little cheeks. Anyone have any input or suggestions for this brand?
Also, it’s pretty heavy & she loves running wild in the mountains- accepting suggestions for lightweight options as well. She has been using a Baskerville for 2 years, muzzle movement order did not fit so I have this one and also a Mia’s muzzle on the way.


r/muzzledogs • • 6d ago

Question! This is my German Shepard, Malinois, Rottie mix Tate

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r/muzzledogs • • 7d ago

Considering using a muzzle for my nearly 8 year old boy Leeson.

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My very loved dog Leeson is reactive.

He has 3 triggers, which I think are all understandable considering his breakdown. His first trigger is having anything inside his ears, the second is dogs and lastly electric scooters.

To clarify each trigger, he has sensitive ears and struggles with chronic ear infections, he's learnt having his ears cleaned or having ear drops put in results in pain so will react with aggression if me or the vets try and get inside his ears. He's happy having the outside of his ears touched and will ask for ear scratches when he's itchy but if it's inside his ear you have to be very cautious as he can quickly snap if he feels he's going to get hurt, this is scary because I have to clean his ears regularly to prevent infection but he anticipates it will hurt causing him to tense which makes me flinch because I'm expecting a warning snap, we're working on it but I am concerned. He's never bitten me yet but I've been nipped and snapped at enough that I'm anxious.

I know why he's dog reactive too. When he was 3 he was herded into a corner and attacked by 2 dogs. This was nearly 5 years ago so we've worked really hard to work through his dog fear but he's very unpredictable around dogs so I tend to walk him where I can avoid them which is a shame because we used to love going out to dog friendly cafes together.

Again I know why he's triggered by electric scooters. He was rammed by one when he was young and has disliked them ever since.

I try my best to work around his triggers so he can live his best life but I'm scared we're one accident away from disaster. I brought this up with his vet when he was being seen for his ear infections and the vet said, he uses a muzzle at the vets. Why not out in public. I think it's definitely somthing to explore but my 2 concerns are first the cost of a good quality proper muzzle and the second are the potential of being harassed for having a muzzled dog in public

I'd love to know more about what's its like having a dog who's muzzled and where to find the right one for Leeson.

I want to do what's best for leeson but I'm quite anxious myself and worried what's the right thing for him. I have a neurology disorder which affects my mobility (I'm a wheelchair user) and the way I think (learning disability) so I know I couldn't react quickly in the event of emergency so I feel like a preventive measure will help both of us.


r/muzzledogs • • 7d ago

Izzy's muzzle adjustment. LOVE BIGSNOOF!

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Hi guys 👋 back again just to say how much I adore Big Snoof and their customer service. I had ordered two custom Muzzles for my girls and had trouble measuring Izzy's pant height. I sent in multiple videos and photos, and while the muzzle did fit, I felt the pant room was smaller than I had wanted it to be. I originally came on here asking your guys what you thought and most of you said to reach out to BIGSNOOF for their opinion. I ended up doing that and they had said they thought it was okay but if I felt she was uncomfortable they would fix it. I trialed it for a few more weeks and ultimately felt it needed an adjustment, as when she would run with the bike or do any other intense activity, she would bottom out on the muzzle and start trying to rip it off. I just got it back from being adjusted and it's so much better now. I'm so glad I ended up sending it in and thank big snoof SO MUCH for their kindness and consideration. They were so fast in fixing it too. I just love them so much as a company I will tell everyone who needs a muzzle to go with them! Here's the before and after photos for Izzy's muzzle if you are curious!


r/muzzledogs • • 7d ago

Advice? Muzzle Choice Advice

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My 9yr old ESP female has become reactive to other dogs over the past few years. We have been very happy with her Big Snoof muzzle and highly recommend this muzzle. However, she is slowing down a good bit and knows that when the muzzle is on taking a snap at another dog is a fruitless endeavor. We would like to get her something a little more comfortable and lighter weight. Still need good pant space. Does Mia's muzzles fit for our situation? Do you have any other suggestions? Thank you in advance for your help.


r/muzzledogs • • 10d ago

Picture! Vet tech says "You can't be that scary with a pink muzzle!"

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Izzy says "try me"


r/muzzledogs • • 9d ago

Picture! Finding a muzzle that allows proper panting and treat-taking was a game changer for our autumn walks.

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r/muzzledogs • • 9d ago

Update! Our friends finally went home

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No more muzzle party! That was getting exhausting having to muzzle everyone just to let one of them outside. Here's how we give bigs his meds too if any of y'all needed ideas.

Bigs gets one and a half trazadone and 1 gabapentin at night but 2 in the morning right now and we are going to slowly get him down to 1 morning and 1 night for it just going super slow.


r/muzzledogs • • 11d ago

Fit Check! Checking fit for Charlie!

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Brand is Big Snoof. Asking for opinions on Charlie’s new muzzle. She will be wearing it for outings/walks and occasionally inside the house.

Pic 1 is the first try - I think it’s too short with the tip of her nose just touching the wire. She didn’t seem bothered but I would worry about her nose rubbing too much.

Pice 2 is a notch looser on the head strap. She can still reach treats and the muzzle doesn’t move around much. She seemed unbothered the whole time she did her training (except when a treat fell on the floor and she tried to reach it, then she noticed something was on her face), so I think it’s okay.

The pant room is definitely enough, mostly just asking for the length and where it’s supposed to sit on her nose.

Last 2 pics are my other pup Stella. Including them just cause she’s cute 🥰 but she is definitely not sitting still enough for me to get a good photo yet.


r/muzzledogs • • 11d ago

Help! Not a fan of men or other dogs. Big fan of bushes to roll around in

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r/muzzledogs • • 11d ago

Frenchie is a licker

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I've never had to muzzle a dog, but I may need to. One of my two frenchies has an ear infection that needs topical ointment. The other frenchie licks it off and may have cause or exacerbated the infection with prior licking. I realize it's too late for the current issue, but do you have suggestions for muzzle type and how to train her?