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Muzzles can be primarily solid, with air holes to allow the animal to breathe, or formed from a set of straps that provides better air circulation and allow the animal to drink, and in some cases, eat. Leather, wire, plastic, and nylon are common materials for muzzles. The shape and construction of
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or other fastening device to ensure that they do not come off accidentally. The most suitable materials for dog muzzles are leather, nylon, plastic and others. The most comfortable muzzles for dogs are those with wire cage construction. Muzzles of this kind give enough freedom for a dog to eat,
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Other types, known as "grazing muzzles", have a small opening in the center that allows limited intake of grass, and are used on those animals prone to obesity,
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Grazing muzzles can restrict a horses intake of grass or other forage, while still allowing them to be turned out in a herd with other horses.
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the muzzle might differ depending on whether the intent is to prevent an animal from biting or from eating, for example.
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Muzzles can also be used on racing dogs and working dogs (military, police, security, etc.).
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drink and freely pant. The latter two are of vital importance, especially in hot weather.
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or from equestrian supply companies, and are available as a
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Muzzles are sometimes used on trained and untrained
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