OK I'm 19 years I have a 4 year old boxer me and her are about to move to the city really soon for college. i have come to learn that she will have to have a muzzle when she gets there she needs to have a muzzle because she is considered a dagoes bread, and is traded as a guard dog and well as was saved from an abusive home. me my self just getting out of a relationship of such took her in. now that I have her I will not giver her up or put her to sleep because of her bad past. she is my hope and I am hers. what I need from you all is to know what kind of muzzle is best for her that will not be uncomfortable and will not case her any problems. please help. thank you the on that gives my baby the best will get 10 points.
2006-07-20 09:42:24 · 7 answers · asked by RayRay S 1 in Pets ➔ Dogs
This fulfills most ordinances muzzle requirements>>
http://images.google.com/images?svnum=10&hl=en&lr=&client=firefox-a&rls=org.mozilla%3Aen-US%3Aofficial_s&q=gentle+leader&btnG=Search
Put this on when in public, and if you get any negative feedback from authorities, then you can switch to the nylon and velcro one.
Here it is, and they are comfortable and easily adjustable>> http://images.google.com/images?svnum=10&hl=en&lr=&client=firefox-a&rls=org.mozilla%3Aen-US%3Aofficial_s&q=nylon+muzzle&btnG=Search
You can find either type on line, or eBay, or most pet supply shops.
2006-07-20 09:53:24 · answer #1 · answered by Chetco 7 · 1⤊ 2⤋
Go to the pet store and see what they have. Many have a soft muzzle that won't hurt her and be less uncomfortable. Make sure you've looked at her sizing - around the muzzle under the eyes, around the head, etc. Too tight it will hurt her, too loose and it'll drive her nuts as well as that she might get out of it. Part of your challenge will be her cute short little snout. Getting her out into the public where she's no longer a risk will also help her as she can sense when you're feeling anxious. You'll be less anxious, she'll be less anxious, etc.
I would also ensure you get really good obedience training and behavioural modification training for her as well. I've not heard of Boxers being considered a dangerous breed anywhere that I know of, so it must be due to her past behaviour. Hence, obedience and behavioural training is a must, regardless of the muzzle. It will help her to become more socialized, relaxed, comfortable and also easier to handle.
Abused dogs are special needs dogs and require special treatment so that they will be less aggressive and less risk when in public. Find a good trainer who's actually got experience with large active breed dogs with aggression problems.
When you get it, make sure it's one that has a cage on it - that way your dog should have more room in order to have her tongue out. The nylon ones don't seem to allow any room for the mouth to really be open, whereas the big, nasty looking ones seem to be a bit more humane in that the dog can breathe more and have it's mouth open more - which is important especially in the summer months.
NOTE: A halti / gentle leader is NOT a muzzle - because they can still eat and drink - therefore, their teeth and mouths are exposed and able to cause potential damage.
PS: for the one up top - it's 'duct' tape not 'duck' tape....
2006-07-20 09:53:24 · answer #2 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Check into a halti, they can still eat and drink, and they don't have to be very tight. I don't know where you are moving to, but it seems cruel to have to put a muzzle on a dog just because of it's breed. If you only have to muzzle her when out in public then check into a halti, it is also a leash so you are killing two birds with one stone. If you have to have a muzzle on her even when you are inside, I wouldn't move there. I would check with the local animal shelter to make sure that you HAVE to muzzle her before you muzzle her. Good luck.
2006-07-20 09:49:56 · answer #3 · answered by venus 3 · 1⤊ 0⤋
whatever kind of muzzle you have (i'd recomend the cage type since they can pant with a properly fit one on), you have the TEACH the dog to wear one. I've trained all mine by just holding the muzzle in front of their nose for one second praising "oh good dog". Then gradually lenghten the time you hold it there (prasing all the while) till you can actually fasen it & leave it on a minute while prasing & loving & petting them all thae while (keeping them too distracted eating up all the loving to fight the muzzle) By then you should be able to manage a short walk and go from there.
2006-07-21 07:35:30 · answer #4 · answered by ragapple 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
These dopey "dangerous dog" laws really bug me. Write to your legislators and try to get them changed. A vicious dog that it owner can't control shouldn't be out in public. The rest of the good dogs shouldn't have to pay for the sins of the few.
Because of their short faces and breathing problems, muzzling a Boxer is problematic. I'd try a Halti Head Collar and see if you can get away with it - even though it's not a muzzle.
You can try this cage muzzle that will allow easy breathing - they have one specifically for Boxers.
http://www.fordogtrainers.com/index.asp?PageAction=VIEWPROD&ProdID=492
2006-07-20 20:24:51 · answer #5 · answered by Danger, Will Robinson! 7 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Duck Tape!
2006-07-20 09:46:21 · answer #6 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 1⤋
go to your local pet shop, ask the assistant ... and dont put her down please... she wouldnt like it.*.. bless
*the dog, not the assistant!!
2006-07-20 09:46:54 · answer #7 · answered by paulrb8 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋