Key Features
- 40% of our customers return muzzles for a different size because mistakes were made in measuring their dog before buying. We have close to 60 different styles and sizes of muzzles. Measuring a dog to pick the correct size muzzle is one of the hardest things a dog owner has to do. We will gladly exchange a muzzle for a different size but we cannot pay shipping on muzzle returns and exchanges.
- FREE ONLINE course HOW TO MEASURE YOUR DOG FOR A MUZZLE
- Buy any Leerburg muzzle and get FREE ACCESS to Leerburg's Online Course titled CONDITIONING YOUR DOG TO A MUZZLE
- Polymer-Coated Muzzle Sizing Chart Below
- Genuine Leather Strap
- Nose Padding
- Bite Proof - Polymer Coated Wire
- Excellent Air Flow
- For help sizing instructional video here
Product Description
40% of the muzzles we sell are returned because customers make mistakes in measuring their dogs for a muzzle. We stock 60 different styles and sizes of muzzles, selecting the right one for your dog is on of the hardest thing you may have to do for your dog.
We will gladly exchange a muzzle for a different size but we cannot pay shipping on muzzle returns and exchanges. We hate to have to take this position but the number of returns has forced this policy.
We do everything we can to help customers determine what size muzzle to order. We have produced a streaming video (HOW TO MEASURE YOUR DOG FOR A MUZZLE) and we are happy to offer phone consultation.
Even with all of this help, it can still be difficult to pick the correct size. The only fool-proof way of not making a mistake is to either bring the dog to our office or do the best you can with measurements and order several different sizes, then return the muzzles that don't fit. With luck, you should end up with the correct size muzzle. The only downside to this approach is you will have to pay shipping charges to return the muzzles that didn't fit your dog.
If you still need help after reviewing our sizing video and charts, call our office at (715) 235-6502. We are open Monday through Friday from 8am to 5pm.
Customers who have purchased a Leerburg muzzle have FREE access to CONDITIONING YOUR DOG TO A MUZZLE This course contains 31 short videos that explain using reward based training methods to condition a dog a to like wearing a muzzle.
How to Measure Your Dog for a Muzzle
Why use a Polymer Muzzle
Unlike chrome muzzles, our polymer-coated muzzles do not rust. Muzzles are an excellent choice for vet visits, conditioning training a dog to wear a muzzle or walking your reactive dog. They are also used for reactive dogs during grooming or nail cutting. We recommend muzzles for aggressive dogs.
Muzzles also stop dogs from eating rocks or garbage or licking wounds. The polymer-coated metal allows the dog to pant, drink or easily take food treats through the front or sides.
Sizing
There are several things you need to know about sizing a muzzle for your dog:
- The muzzle should not touch the front of your dog's snout, nor go past your dog's eyes. The muzzle should sit roughly 1/2" below the eyes and 1/2" past the end of the nose. If the muzzle is too long, it will be pushed back on the dog's face and obstruct their line of vision.
- The muzzle's circumference must be larger than your dog's "nose or snout circumference." We recommend between one and three inches larger around than your dog's muzzle circumference measurement. If the muzzle is the exact same size as your dog's nose circumference, the dog won't be able to pant. It is very important that you give your dog enough room to pant while wearing the muzzle.
- In addition to length and circumference, owners of some breeds (i.e. the bully breeds or flat faced breeds) need to consider the width of their dog's jaw. It is easy to pick a muzzle size with the correct length but the muzzle may not be wide enough to fit the width of the jaw. Call or email our office if you have one of these breeds and need help.
There are several Facebook groups run by well-intentioned people who are telling dog owners to get these HUGE HUGE Muzzles. These folks claim these monster muzzles allow a dog room to pant. This advice is 100% incorrect. These huge muzzles come off too easily. If you have an aggressive or reactive dog, the last thing you want is for a muzzle to accidentally come off.
If you are still unsure of the size to choose, measure your dog then call our office at (715) 235-6502 and we will do our best to help you decide the best style and size of muzzle for your dog.
Sizing Chart (inches)
| Muzzle ID | Muzzle Length | Muzzle Circumference | Muzzle Nose Width | Muzzle Cheek Width | Muzzle Height |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 81C | 2" | 9.75" | 2.75" | 2.875" | 3.25" |
| 10C | 2.25" | 8" | 2.75" | 3.375" | 2.5" |
| 82C | 2.25" | 10" | 2.75" | 3" | 3.25" |
| 11C | 2.5" | 10.25" | 2.75" | 2.875" | 3.25" |
| 12C | 2.5" | 11" | 3" | 3.375" | 3.25" |
| 13C | 3" | 9.75" | 2.5" | 3.25" | 3.125" |
| 15C | 3" | 12" | 3.5" | 4" | 3.875" |
| 24C | 3.25" | 14.25" | 4" | 4.25" | 4.75" |
| 37C | 3.25" | 14.5" | 4.25" | 5.25" | 4.5" |
| 14C | 3.5" | 10.75" | 3" | 3.625" | 4" |
| 29C | 3.5" | 16.5" | 4.75" | 5.75" | 5.25 |
| 30C | 3.5" | 17.25" | 5" | 5.75" | 5.75" |
| 16C | 3.75" | 13" | 4" | 4.5" | 4.25" |
| 38C | 3.75" | 15.5" | 4.5" | 6" | 5" |
| 65C | 3.75" | 18.25" | 4.75" | 5.5"" | 5.5" |
| 40C | 4" | 15" | 4" | 5.5" | 5.375" |
| 35C | 4.25" | 13" | 3.75" | 4.125" | 4.75" |
| 25C | 4" | 14.25" | 3.5" | 4.75" | 4.875 |
| 39C | 4.25" | 14.5" | 4.25" | 5.5" | 5.25" |
| 28C | 4.5" | 15.5" | 3.75" | 5.125" | 5.5" |
| 64C | 4.25" | 20.5" | 6" | 5.625" | 6.125" |
| 31C | 4.5" | 14" | 3.5" | 4.25" | 5.125" |
| 26C | 4.5" | 14.5" | 3.5" | 5" | 5" |
| 20C | 4.5" | 16" | 4.5" | 6.125" | 5.375" |
| 21C | 4.5" | 17" | 5" | 5.75" | 5.75" |
| 66C | 4.5" | 19.5" | 5.5" | 6.125" | 6.25" |
| 36C | 4.75" | 13.5" | 4" | 4.25" | 4.5" |
| 32C | 5" | 15.75" | 3.75" | 4.75" | 6" |
| 22C | 5" | 18.5" | 5.75" | 5.75" | 6.25" |
| 60C | 5.25" | 18.25" | 5.25" | 6.5" | 6.625" |
| 68C | 6" | 21" | 5" | 6" | 6.5" |
- Muzzle Length: Measured from end of felt on noseband to inside metal.
- Muzzle Circumference: Completely around the inside of the muzzle, starting at the noseband.
- Muzzle Nose Width: Measured from inside metal to inside metal, just past the noseband.
- Muzzle Cheek Width: Measured from inside metal to inside metal, at the cheek bars.
- Muzzle Height: Measured from end of felt noseband to inside metal at bottom.
Confirming the FIT on your dog :
With the muzzle on the dog.
Pull the muzzle out and down
Pull the muzzle out and up
If at some point the muzzle comes off, it’s either too loose or too big. The muzzle should fit comfortably and allow the dog to pant and bark. We also like to be able to pass food rewards to a dog in a muzzle.
How to clean the muzzle nose pad:
Scrub gently with soap and water. Pat dry with a towel and allow to air dry completely.
Additional Resources
For help in learning how to size your dog for a wire basket muzzle, we have an instructional video here and a written article here that go into greater detail.
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~Ashton and Daniel Mendoza (and Rhaego)
Style: 5.25" x 15.25"
Super fast shipping and fits my Irish Wolfhound perfectly!
We've struggled to find a muzzle that fits my dobie and his long but slender face. This one is perfect. Thanks for the quality product and thorough instructions on how to measure for the proper fit.
Customer service was absolutely fantastic!! I ended up getting a too small sized muzzle which was totally my fault and they gladly helped me out with sizing and switching out the small one for the proper size. Couldn’t be happier with the proper fit one and such good quality!!
Love it! Shipped fast and fits wonderfully :D (11 yr old chi mix pictured @princess_the_mutt on instagram)
We love our muzzle!! It was sent out after a day and shipping only took one day so it got here super quick!! It looks great on my girl and she didn’t mind it too much! The only thing is I had to stretch the cheek wires a little just because they squished her face a bit but they’re perfect now! Thanks Leerburg!!
Love it! Just need one for the other dog.
I have an American bulldog with unusual face dimensions and I've had a hard time finding a muzzle that fits him. I messaged Leerburg with his sizes and they helped me find one that would work. A+ on service, product, and shipping!
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