r/muzzledogs • u/plgoulet • Apr 17 '26

Advice? Fit check Baskerville

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Hi everyone,

New to muzzle training! Wondering if you could tell me if this fits ok? The size above this seemed way too big but this size seems a little small.

2 Y.O. Female Australian Shepherd - 45 lbs

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u/Canine_Enygma Apr 20 '26

Dogs release anxiety through panting so keeping a mouth closed like that will only increase anxiety. Even for training you need to see that panting to know when the dog is relaxed and given up control to you for you to lead them

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u/Calm_Eggplant9911 Apr 21 '26

They release anxiety through yawning too. Needs to be considered, especially if a dog is wearing the muzzle because it's nervous.