How Does a Dog Muzzle Work?
Dog muzzles come in many different sizes—small to extra large, for all dogs. They are also made from various materials, including cloth, leather, metal or plastic. Basket muzzles are generally made from metal or plastic, while non-basket types are made from cloth (nylon mesh) or leather. If you have a mildly aggressive dog, a nylon muzzle should be enough, but if you have a dog that can get very aggressive, especially with other dogs, you will need a basket muzzle. A muzzle should be purchased based on whether the dog can easily slip out of a muzzle or not. Cloth muzzles generally have a strap that clips behind the ears with a plastic quick-snap. These muzzles are good for dogs that will be wearing the muzzle for a short time, as the dog can rub the strap forward and get out of the muzzle. Basket muzzles have a set of straps running from the muzzle, along the cheeks of the dog, to a collar-like strap that rides lower on the dog’s neck, making it difficult for the dog to slide out of
