Muzzle advice - Page 1

I am looking for some advice from those of you who have tried the jafco muzzle.
I just purchased two of the clear jafco muzzles.  I measured my girl at just under 4" muzzle length and just over 10" in the muzzle.  I purchased the size four for german shepherds with is supposed to be 4 1/4" in length, but it is too big and hits her in the eyes.

I am concerned if I size down to a size 3 (at 3 1/4") it will be too small.

My husband thinks we should get the leather muzzle from leerburg instead which is a size 4" in length.

Any suggestions would be helpful from anyone who has tried the leather muzzle or the jafco muzzle.

I'm speaking as a former equestrian, and not someone who is familiar with these muzzles, though I have used a wire basket muzzle on one of my dogs.

It seems to me leather would be a better choice, as it is flexible and has give to it, so is less likely to dig into the face and cause discomfort. It will also stretch a bit if the fit is too tight. Just soak it in water, then put it on the dog, and it will mould itself to her face.

As every equestrian knows, leather does need to be oiled now and then to keep it soft and supple, and prevent it from cracking. Neat's foot oil is the preferred oil.

       Why do you need a muzzle.?...I bought the Jafco clear plastic muzzle from Leerburg for my male to wear to the vet..We were very carefully to measure correctly but it seemed too small IMO as it pushed up against his nose a bit.. I like the muzzle because it is soft and flexible compared to the thick leather, However, it would depend on the use you have in in mind for the muzzle....For my purpose it works well...

         Deanna..: )

Depends on what you are using it for.  Not the best for bite work, although I have used them.  Nice and light, dogs can drink through them without worrying about ruining leather.  Easy to put on and take off, better protection than nylon grooming muzzles.  What's it's purpose?

The purpose for the muzzle is just for vet visits.  I like the Jafco muzzle because they have the ability to pant unlike the groomers cloth muzzle.  But the size 4 hits her in the eyes and I am just wondering if the size 3 would be too small!

      I can not remember the size we bought off hand....However, I remember when we tried it on it pressed against his nose a little bit more than I liked. My husband suggested that it was better than it being too big and obstructing the view of his eyes and being loose, Also, when the trainer saw the muzzle, she said it fit properly. Hope that helps....

                   Deanna..: )


                       

Thanks Deanna, I think I'll return this size and try a size smaller!

hans at alpine k-9 has good basket type. they can even drink with them on. i got both sizes and they seem to be right comfy although a little bulky looking. they work good and that is what matters.