May 13, 2011

I have one of your wire muzzles for my dog, can I fasten her leash directly to the muzzle?

Full Question:
I have one of your wire muzzles for our Doberman, Nikki & I was wondering if you had any opinion about using it as a Gentle Leader by simply fastening her leash to a wire on the muzzle while she is wearing it.

Our local police want us to muzzle Nikki when we walk her in our neighborhood, because she has scared a few joggers by lunging at them when they've startled her (usually from behind). We've been using a Gentle Leader, which gives us good control over her, but the police argue that it's no substitute for a real muzzle.

I also wonder about using the wire muzzle during the coldest weather here in south central Wisconsin. Is there any concern that her tongue could become stuck to it?

Thanks very much for your opinion!

Rob
Cindy
Cindy Cindy's Answer:
I would not recommend attaching a leash to the muzzle, they are not made for that. If the dog were to lunge with the leash attached to the muzzle it would likely be pulled off and it may injure your dog as well. Why not use a prong or dominant dog collar to walk her while she wears the muzzle?

We sell thousands of muzzles and haven’t ever had any reports of problems using the wire muzzle in cold climates. If you are concerned about it, you may want to try one of the plastic Jafco muzzles.

I hope this helps.

Cindy Rhodes

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