Why Our Retired Greyhounds Wear Muzzles
Why a muzzle?
We often get asked why our greyhounds are muzzled when they are in public. We want to be very clear: muzzling our dogs is an act of care, safety, and responsibility, not cruelty.
Our retired greyhounds are new to "civilian" life. They are experiencing children, other breeds of dogs, loud noises, and busy streets for the very first time. The muzzle acts as a crucial safety net while they navigate this new and sometimes stressful world. While most greyhounds would never bite, we would always rather be safe than sorry.
Muzzles are Comfortable, Not Cruel
Please know that the muzzles we use are flexible, spacious, and very lightweight.
They allow the dog to pant freely, drink water, and even take treats.
Our dogs are perfectly happy wearing them; they do not object and quickly associate the muzzle with the excitement of a walk.
A muzzle does not harm the dog; it is simply an extra layer of caution we take to protect both the public and the dog while they settle in.
They are helpful for anxious dogs during vet visits to avoid any mishaps.
They prevent the dog from eating anything harmful or scavenged off the ground during walks.
Muzzles help prevent unnecessary harm while these dogs find their feet in the big, wide world.
We suggest using a muzzle for at least a few weeks after adoption until you know your hound well enough to be confident in how they will react to new situations or "street snacks" while out and about.