How to choose a dog muzzle

Many dog ​​owners are sure that a small doggie does not need a muzzle at all. It is believed that only large dogs or those that belong to the fighting breeds need it. But in fact, absolutely any dog ​​needs a muzzle. Therefore, each owner must purchase it to his pet.

This thing can be indispensable in many situations. When going with your pet to the vet, be sure to bring a muzzle with you, even if your dog is calm and small in size. It will also come in handy when visiting a beauty salon for dogs. It will be much easier for a veterinarian to do various procedures, such as injections. And the specialist in the salon can easily cut off the claws, clean his ears, and cut the dog if it is in the muzzle. During the walk, he is also indispensable. The dog in the muzzle will not only not be able to bite anyone, but will not pick up anything from the ground. After all, it often happens that a dog does harm to himself when he picks up and eats something found on the sidewalk.

It is very important to choose the right muzzle. They are different. Each situation has its own view.

With metal mesh

This species is the most common. In appearance, it resembles a small basket that is woven from metal. He rules out dog bites. The metal muzzle can be used in the heat. But in cold weather it is better not to wear it. The muzzle with the iron net is bulky and rather heavy. Therefore, it is suitable for large and medium dogs. It must be carefully selected. If the size does not fit, then he will rub the dog’s face hard.

Benefits:

1. Such a muzzle will not interfere with the normal breathing of the animal.
2. The dog will be able to drink without removing it.
3. In a metal muzzle, the dog is relatively comfortable. In addition, it is reliable.
4. Over time, it does not stretch and retains its original shape.
5. Since it is made of metal, it does not erase and break for a long time. Therefore, it will last quite a long time.

Minuses:

• It has a fairly large weight.
• Not suitable for winter.

Leather or leatherette

Deaf
This option is no less effective than a muzzle of metal. Putting it on your pet, you can not worry that he will bite someone during a walk. A dog can only open its mouth slightly. This will not even provide her with the necessary level of thermoregulation and respiration. This option is the toughest of all. To make the dog feel comfortable in it, it is very important to strictly select the muzzle in size. If you choose it correctly, the dog will breathe without any problems. In addition, if the deaf leather muzzle is not sized, it can touch the pet’s eyes, which will irritate him greatly.

Benefits
Reliability. Wearing it on a dog, you can be calm for the safety of others.

Disadvantages:

1. Interferes with breathing. Prolonged wearing will irritate the animal and cause it discomfort.
2. In hot weather, such an animal muzzle is especially uncomfortable. It will interfere not only with breathing, but also with thermoregulation. The dog cannot drink.
3. The rigidity of the material also causes a lot of inconvenience.
4. Over time, the material deteriorates from the saliva of the animal. When exposed to wet saliva and rain, after a while it will begin to crack.

With mesh
It is made of strips of leather or a substitute, which are fastened together by rivets of metal. This is the most versatile option. It can be used for almost any dog. Wearing a leather muzzle with a mesh on your pet, you can go for a walk, go to any crowded place.It is suitable for traveling in various public transport, as well as going to the veterinarian or to the salon. Such a muzzle also needs to be selected strictly in size so that the pet feels as comfortable as possible in it.

When buying, it is very important to determine the quality of the material, as well as the reliability of the rivets. You should not buy a product that has a sharp artificial smell or processed with dyes. Because of this, the dog may be allergic. If the skin is too hard, it will rub the face of the pet. Rivets must not protrude or have sharp corners. This may result in personal injury.

Benefits:

• There are gaps between the strips that allow the dog to breathe quite freely.
• In it, the pet will feel comfortable.
• It has a lower weight compared to metal.
• Reliable enough.

Disadvantages:

• It stretches over time, so it loses its original shape.
• Material deteriorates from animal saliva, moisture and other factors.

Fabric muzzles

Nylon
Such a muzzle is suitable for a dog that usually does not show aggression. It weighs a little, it is convenient to use it. It just needs to be put on the pet's face and fixed. Most of them are fixed using fastex. This is a plastic clasp, which is usually used in the manufacture of backpacks. In such a muzzle, the dog will not be able to bite anyone, but it will be able to pick up an object from the ground.

Benefits:

• In case of contamination, the product can be washed.
• It has light weight.
• It is inexpensive compared to other types.
• It is possible to adjust the size of the pet's face.

Disadvantages:

• In it, a dog can pick up a foreign object from the ground.
• It has low reliability compared to metal and leather.
• Prevents breathing.
• For prolonged wearing is not suitable.

Nylon loop
It can be used only in an emergency when it is urgent to close the dog’s mouth. In such a loop, the dog should only be next to the owner, as it is unreliable. If putting on a muzzle is required quite often, then it is better to give preference to another species.

Plastic muzzle

This option can be an alternative to metal. It is cheaper, weighs a lot less. It is similar in principle to a muzzle of metal. The only difference is that the basket does not consist of metal, but of plastic rods.

Benefits:

• Does not interfere with the breathing of the pet
• Saves form.
• Low cost.

disadvantages

• The reliability of this material is lower than that of metal.
• In frost, the basket material may crack.

To pick up a muzzle that is ideal for your pet in size, take the dog with you and try on the product before you buy. Only in this way you will choose the most suitable option.

How to teach a pet to wear a muzzle

If you have acquired a puppy, then you should start to train him to the muzzle as soon as possible. Wear it when you train your dog to walk in a collar and leash. If the dog gets used to it from an early age, there will be no problems with this in the future.

In any case, the animal must get used to this innovation. Do not scold the dog if he will try to remove the muzzle. After all, it gives him a lot of inconvenience, even with a perfectly selected size. Wear time should be increased gradually.

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