u/frenchfrey93

Hi all! This is my first time purchasing a muzzle for any of my dogs and I’m hoping for some opinions on the fit.

My dog is reactive to other dogs and gets nervous at the vet so I decided to try a muzzle for him. Problem is I have tried about six different sizes from Leerburg and I’m having trouble finding that perfect fit.

I was advised due to his reactivity to allow only a couple inches of space below the jaw so he can’t pull it off, but I feel like this might not be enough room for him. He can open his mouth and pant when at rest, but I’m concerned that during strenuous physical activity (like hiking) this muzzle isn’t ideal.

My thought was maybe to keep this one for vet visits and get him a second custom fitted muzzle for other activities where he’ll be more active. Hoping for any advice you can offer me. Thank you!

I had to make the most difficult decision of my life and have my soul dog euthanized on April 21st. She was 10 years and 9 months old. She was the best dog that I ever knew and right now I’m not sure how or if I’m ever going to get through this. I got her when she was two months old and we have done everything together since then. We were so closely bonded, she was more human than dog to me. It’s like she knew what I was thinking and feeling before I did myself at times.

She started having multiple health complications in August last year, and despite me doing everything I was advised to do by my vet to help her and make her as comfortable as possible in her final months, I still feel so much guilt about what else I could have or should have done for her. The only thing that consoles me is knowing she left this earth peacefully at home, surrounded by her family, knowing she was loved, and that she is no longer in pain.

I’m not really sure why I’m posting this, I suppose it’s because I feel compelled to share that the world lost one of the most beautiful souls that’s ever existed. She was such an amazing dog.

Rest in peace Allie