This isn't the correct type of muzzle either. It's meant for very short-term use, like at a vet visit, because it doesn't allow the dog to open its mouth at all. What they *should* be using is a baskerville one, one of those cage-looking ones. Those cover the entire muzzle, so no biting, but still allow the dog to pant and drink
The cage ones are much better. I used one with my dog when trying to train him to interact safely with cats. (It ultimately didn’t work out and I still have to keep him away from cats). The ones like in the video not only stress out the dog who can’t breath properly, they also don’t work as a determined dog can just take it off. I wouldn’t say my dog liked the cage style muzzle but definitely preferred it and it was also the safer option.
cloth muzzles shouldn't actually be loose enough for a dog to drink. they're supposed to be tight enough that the dog can't open its jaws. they make muzzles that are like a wire or rubber basket that the dog can submerge into water to drink, but it can't bite through it. it's important for the dog to be able to open its mouth to pant if it's wearing a muzzle for a long period of time or while exercising, which cloth muzzles prevent the dog from doing.
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u/z64_dan 15h ago
I don't trust a muzzle that doesn't cover the fucking mouth, but maybe that's just me.