{"id":4942,"date":"2021-04-07T10:59:10","date_gmt":"2021-04-07T10:59:10","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/companyofanimals.co.uk\/?p=4942"},"modified":"2023-09-18T10:56:44","modified_gmt":"2023-09-18T10:56:44","slug":"why-should-i-muzzle-my-dog","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/companyofanimals.com\/uk\/why-should-i-muzzle-my-dog\/","title":{"rendered":"Why Should I Muzzle My Dog?"},"content":{"rendered":"

There are many reasons why you may feel using a dog muzzle would be beneficial for you, your dog and others around you. However, the stigma that sadly still surrounds muzzle wearing dogs may cause you to hesitate starting the training process. We\u2019re here to help by providing some \u201cmantras\u201d designed to support and remind you why muzzling your dog with a safe and secure Baskerville or basket style muzzle is a positive thing and keep confidence if ever in doubt about your decision.<\/span><\/p>\n

Muzzle Mantra #1<\/span><\/b>\u00a0<\/span><\/h3>\n

Think of a muzzle as a seat belt. It\u2019s a\u00a0<\/span>precaution to manage your dog and<\/span>\u00a0unwelcome<\/span>\u00a0<\/span>3<\/span>rd<\/span>\u00a0parties<\/span>.\u00a0<\/span>It\u2019s to keep both our dogs safe\u2026 you\u2019re welcome! <\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

Muzzle Mantra #2<\/span><\/b>\u00a0<\/span><\/h3>\n

It\u2019s worth muzzle training just in case your dog may need one in the future i.e., vet visits, scavenging habits etc. That way, your dog is comfortable if and when the time comes.\u00a0<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

Muzzle Mantra #3<\/span><\/b>\u00a0<\/span><\/h3>\n

Don\u2019t let vanity get in the way of your dog\u2019s comfort and happiness. Some dog owners feel fabric or mesh muzzles look less scary, but studies have shown these to be incredibly cruel and uncomfortable for your dog. Unable to pant or drink properly, your dog may still be able to bite when wearing a fabric muzzle. <\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

Muzzle Mantra #4<\/span><\/b>\u00a0<\/span><\/h3>\n

Be warned! There are a lot of counterfeits out there. Make sure you are purchasing from a reputable retailer and stick to trustworthy brands and behaviourist\/expert advice.<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

Muzzle Mantra #5<\/span><\/b>\u00a0<\/span><\/h3>\n

The mark of a muzzled dog is a responsible owner advocating for their dog. Nothing more.\u00a0<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

Muzzle Mantra #6<\/span><\/b>\u00a0<\/span><\/h3>\n

Muzzled dogs are not bad dogs. They are loved dogs.\u202f\u202f\u00a0<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

Muzzled Mantra #7<\/span><\/b>\u00a0<\/span><\/h3>\n

With patience and plenty of treats, dogs\u00a0<\/span>can\u00a0<\/span>associate their muzzle with positivity and fun!<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

Muzzled Mantra #8\u00a0<\/span><\/b>\u00a0<\/span><\/h3>\n

Be prepared for the fact your dog may need a muzzle someday<\/span>.<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

There are many reasons why you may feel using a dog muzzle would be beneficial for you, your dog and others around you. However, the stigma that sadly still surrounds muzzle wearing dogs may cause you to hesitate starting the training process. We\u2019re here to help by providing some \u201cmantras\u201d designed to support and remind […]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":11,"featured_media":5266,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"_acf_changed":false,"footnotes":""},"class_list":["post-4942","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","family-behaviour","content-aggression","content-anxiety","content-puppy-training","content-training","behaviour-biting","behaviour-chewing","behaviour-scavenging","behaviour-socialising","behaviour-vet-or-groomer-visits","content-entity"],"acf":[],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/companyofanimals.com\/uk\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/4942","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/companyofanimals.com\/uk\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/companyofanimals.com\/uk\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/companyofanimals.com\/uk\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/11"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/companyofanimals.com\/uk\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=4942"}],"version-history":[{"count":9,"href":"https:\/\/companyofanimals.com\/uk\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/4942\/revisions"}],"predecessor-version":[{"id":19230,"href":"https:\/\/companyofanimals.com\/uk\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/4942\/revisions\/19230"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/companyofanimals.com\/uk\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/5266"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/companyofanimals.com\/uk\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=4942"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}