09/28/2021
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I have to say muzzle training my dogs (even when they dont need it) is the best thing i have done. Gypsy is a prime example. She is turning 12 Next year. I never though in a million years i would need a muzzle on her. In old age though she has lost sight and it is making her nervous around new dogs. She isn’t a determined biter but will nip if startled now. So now she does need one when out in public.
Though I muzzle train for so many other reasons. After learning vets muzzle dogs in certain situations, i felt it would make it less stressful for them if they were used to it. Even groomers use muzzles if the dog is unknown to them and they are nervous. Training gyp to get used to muzzles was an amazing idea since now when she is faced with it she is comfortable.
Another reason is gyp and I used to walk and hike all over. If something happened where she seriously got hurt, I can simply muzzle her and lift her safely without either of us getting hurt more.
Lots of people also muzzle train since their dogs eat EVERYTHING. I’ve seen people train with muzzles just because their dog eats rocks when they are out walking.
I guess my point of this is not every dog who has a muzzle on in public is a mean nasty dog. I want to slowly change the views of people when it comes to muzzles. They aren’t horrible contraptions that hurt the dogs. They also don’t mean a dog for sure is aggressive.
Some tips for people who have been considering a muzzle
- depending what it is needed for not all muzzles are bite proof
-They do need to be sized according to pant room used longer than 30ish minutes to allow the dog to cool (you can mimic this by having them hold a ball and measuring then)
-mesh muzzles are only good for short time periods such as nail clipping and vet use
-ALWAYS take the training slow. Never rush your dog.
- Most importantly never be afraid to ask for help!
