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Muzzles are tricky to fit depending on the size of the head and length of the nose. If you are able I would take her to PetCo and try on several types to see which fits best. If she’s going to wear it a lot I prefer a plastic cage type muzzle so they can open their mouth to pant if needed. Thanks for using Petco Pet Education Center, formerly Petcoach to help you care for Fanny-Lu.
Updated on September 24th, 2025
Thanks for using Petco Pet Education Center, formerly Petcoach! A basket muzzle allows you to keep it on for longer periods of time as they can breathe with it on and are more comfortable so that would be best in your case. Have a good night!
Updated on September 24th, 2025
Thanks for using Petco Pet Education Center, formerly Petcoach. Firstly, this is almost always fear-based. Talk to your vet about getting him some anti-anxiety medication to calm him down enough to get the muzzle on. And frankly, even after he is neutered he’ll probably need something like that for daily use while you can do some counter-conditionung training. My favorite is trazodone as it is very safe, can be used long or short term, can be started and stopped, and can be given with certain other sedatives and anti-anxiety medications. Best wishes to you and Max!
Updated on September 24th, 2025
It's perfectly fine to use a muzzle (I'm assuming that's the same thing as a mouth guard) to make sure Damon stays safe and doesn't eat things he shouldn't. He won't think anything of it. Another option is to work on teaching him a "leave it" command. To do this, have a boring dog treat in one closed fist and hold it out to him, he'll try to get the treat for a while and then give up, as soon as he gives up say "Yes!" and give him a really special treat with the other hand. Repeat and repeat and repeat. Once he's really good at this (and not falling for the trick at all), say "leave it" before putting out the boring treat hand. Keep practicing using better and better treats, but always making sure to reward him with something special. I also love head halters to help with control on walks. Halti and Gentle Leader are two brands to look in to. Good luck to you and Damon!
Updated on September 24th, 2025
Hello. I think a muzzle is a brilliant idea. Once you have a muzzle on her, you can carefully shave the hair off. Please do not use scissors for fear of cutting her. You might also soak her in the tub & gently try to break down the impaction with soap. Thanks for using Petco Pet Education Center, formerly Petcoach.
Updated on September 24th, 2025