How do I choose a Baskerville muzzle size?

The muzzle’s circumference MUST be LARGER than your dog’s “nose circumference.” We recommend between 1-3 inches larger than your dog’s measurement. If the muzzle is the exact same size as your dog’s nose, the dog won’t be able to pant. It’s mouth won’t even be able to open.

How do I know what size muzzle to buy?

Start at the eye of the dog and measure down to the tip of the nose to get an accurate muzzle length. To measure for the proper circumference, start one inch below the eye and measure all the way around the nose of the dog. For proper muzzle fit, you must add length to each circumference measurement.

How do you size a Baskerville Ultra muzzle?

The muzzle’s circumference must be larger than your dog’s “nose circumference.” We recommend between one and three inches larger than your dog’s measurement. If the muzzle is the exact same size as your dog’s nose, the dog won’t be able to pant.

How tight should a dog muzzle be?

Check that the muzzle is correctly fitted i.e. is the right size, the dog cannot bite and the muzzle is not impinging on the dog’s eyes. It should be possible to pass two fingers (but no more) flat against the skin under the muzzle strap behind the head (as indicated by the yellow arrow).

What size muzzle does a German shepherd need?

Size 5 is the perfect size for your German Shepherd. This muzzle has enough ventilation for your dog to pant, eat and drink. The unique feature of this muzzle is that it can provide a custom fit through the use of heat shaping.

Are Baskerville muzzles bite proof?

Baskerville ultra and similar are super common muzzles due to being available almost everywhere. Unfortunately these aren’t bite proof and don’t suit most dogs who need a muzzle.

How is a dog muzzle supposed to fit?

How a dog muzzle should fit?

Do German shepherds have to be muzzled?

The Control of Dogs Regulations was introduced in 1998 and required a number of dog breeds to muzzled while in public, and walked on a leash of at most two metres by someone over 16. Almost a dozen breeds, including German Shepherds, Rottweilers, Akitas and Pit Bull Terriers, are subject to these restrictions.

Can a dog wear an ultra Baskerville muzzle?

It is very important that you give your dog enough room to pant while wearing the muzzle. Due to the muzzle shape and size of some breeds, it is not recommended that those breeds use the Ultra Baskerville Muzzle, as it will not fit them correctly.

What can you do with an ultra muzzle?

That’s why the Ultra Muzzle was designed to allow your dog to pant, drink and enjoy treats while being worn. It’s humane basket-style design makes it the ideal choice for daily walks or for occasional use. Like a mouthguard, the Ultra Muzzle can be heat-shaped to fit your dog’s unique size and shape.

Which is the best muzzle for your dog?

The Ultra Muzzle offers clever features to improve ease of use and your dog’s comfort, whilst strongly retaining our product promise of safety first. And for dogs that are reactive around other dogs, people or new situations – like vet visits – the Baskerville Ultra Muzzle is a great choice.