Basket muzzles are a good choice because they don't force your dog's mouth closed – allowing them to pant.
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Even if your dog isn’t usually aggressive, it might be a good idea to use a muzzle after a medical procedure, since dogs may lash out when in pain.
Muzzles are also a signal for other people to leave your dog alone if you don’t want strangers to pet your pooch.
Grooming your dog is another stressful situation where a muzzle may be helpful