Breezy muzzle question

[wings]

Dec 27, 2012 12:38:13 GMT -5 Nettie said:

Dec 27, 2012 10:35:35 GMT -5 wings said:

We have both a breezy and a plastic muzzle. When we took our dog to socialisation classes (run by sighthound experts) we were asked to only use the plastic muzzle. The danger with the breezy muzzle is that they are not as strong, and can break, leaving very sharp bits of metal poking out. This can cause injuries to both dogs.

In fact, our breezy muzzle has now broken and sharp metal prongs are sticking out, so I suggest checking these muzzles carefully each time you use them.

Are you sure you are referring to a breezy muzzle? I think you may be confused with the plastic covered wire muzzles, these are not the same as the Breezy muzzles that Cadbury sells.

Ah, now you had me doubt myself. I just checked the muzzle. It is indeed made of plastic, not metal. However, where the plastic has broken, the little broken bits are still very sharp. It has broken where the bottom (under the chin of the dog) meets the side of the muzzle.

I am not saying they are bad muzzles. Ours lasted for ages. They are very nice to wear for the dog, because they are so light and easily let air (and treats) through. I am not sure what happened that caused ours to break. I just wanted to make sure people check the muzzle and stop using it if it is broken and has sharp edges.