BARKLESS Short-Snout Dog Muzzle, XL for English Bulldogs, Breathable 3-Hole Design

BARKLESS is a soft short-snout dog muzzle designed for flat-faced dogs, with a three-hole design that allows breathing, drinking and feeding while helping inhibit biting, chewing and licking.

• XL fits a head circumference of 20–22.5 and is intended for English Bulldogs and American Bullies — compare your dog’s measurement with the size chart.
• Three-hole construction gives dogs a wider view and supports smooth breathing — useful during grooming and vet visits.
• Dogs can breathe, drink and feed while wearing it — the tongue can help release heat without leaving the mouth exposed.
• Soft, breathable material is designed to be wear-resistant and gentle on a dog’s skin.
• Rinse with water to remove food residue, dirt and other grime — no fabric cleaning routine is needed.
• A detailed instruction manual comes with each muzzle — treats and patient, consistent training can help a dog adjust.

Flat-faced dogs have a short snout, so a muzzle made for a different head shape may not provide the intended fit. This BARKLESS muzzle is made for brachycephalic dogs and can be used for situations such as grooming or a veterinary visit, as well as when help limiting licking or chewing is needed. Careful sizing and gradual introduction are important parts of choosing and using it.

Which dogs does the XL size fit?

The XL size is intended for English Bulldogs and American Bullies with a head circumference in the 20–22.5 range. It is not intended for Boxers, Pitbulls or Chihuahuas. Measure your dog’s head twice and select a size by matching the measurement to the size chart; the correct circumference is essential for fit.

• Use the head circumference range on the size chart when selecting the size.
• Take two measurements before choosing to help confirm the fit.

Can a dog breathe, drink and eat while wearing it?

Yes. The three-hole design is made to support a wider field of view and smooth breathing, while allowing drinking and feeding. The dog’s tongue can extend to help dissipate heat, while the design helps keep the mouth from being exposed and reduces the chance of accidental ingestion. The muzzle is designed to inhibit biting, chewing and licking without preventing these everyday functions.

• Suitable for use during grooming and veterinary visits.
• The design balances access for breathing and drinking with coverage of the mouth.

How can you introduce and clean the muzzle?

Introduce it gradually with treats and patient training, especially if your dog has not worn a muzzle before. Dogs may initially resist or try to remove it; consistent desensitization can help reduce that resistance. Read the included instruction manual before use and follow its guidance for introducing the muzzle.

• Rinse the muzzle with water to clean away food residue, soil and other dirt.
• Its soft, breathable material is described as wear-resistant and gentle on the skin.

This muzzle suits owners of flat-faced dogs who need a short-snout fit for supervised routines such as grooming or vet visits, and who can take time to introduce it with training. Its XL fit is for the stated head circumference range and intended breeds, rather than the excluded dog types.

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