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Easy Tips on How to Adjust Your Muzzle!
Achieving the perfect dog muzzle fit is essential for comfort, safety, and performance and we’re here to help you get it just right.This page is your go-to guide for adjusting your Muzzle Movement muzzle with confidence. Whether you need to reshape your muzzle by boiling it to narrow or widen the basket, swap or trim the nose band, or add more strapping for a better hold, our helpful videos and expert tips walk you through every step.
Learn how to use Chicago screws properly, install the Quick Clip upgrade, switch out between a standard and padded nose band, and even request a shorter strap if needed.
If you're looking to improve the fit of your dog's muzzle or explore customization options, this is the ultimate resource to help you modify your muzzle for the perfect, secure fit.
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How to use Chicago Screws
Adjusting Your Muzzle: A Step-by-Step Guide to Using Chicago Screws!
All muzzles with a quick clip fastening have at least one Chicago screw, that allows the muzzle to still be adjustable.
We also offer a Chicago screw upgrade available for all muzzles!
By upgrading to Chicago screws you are able to detatch your strapping and mix and match in the future. You are also better able to make small modifications to your muzzle fit, without cutting biothane.
Gluing your Chicago Screws
Chicago screws can sometimes gradually come undone over time, therefore you must regularly check to ensure that they are still secure. Alternatively, once you have your ideal fit or colour combination, you can 'loc-tite' your Chicago screws closed.
If you want to add additional chicago screws to your order so you have back-ups just in case, simply add another 'Chicago screw upgrade' to your basket when you place your order.
If you loose screws and need to order more at a later date, you can order more any time here!
How to use the Quick Clip Upgrade
All muzzles are compatible with our quick clip upgrade.
A question we get asked frequently is 'Are quick clips still adjustable' and the answer is yes!
Here we have included a video on how you can adjust the size of your strapping when you have a quick clip, to find the perfect fit for your dog!
If you adjust your quick clip and still find that the strap is too short or long, you can punch additional holes using a leather hole punch or reach out to us at Support@themuzzlemovement.com and request a shorter/longer strap.
Muzzle Fit Matters: Standard vs. Star Nose Band Explained!
The difference between a standard nose band and * nose band is the width of the Biothane, the standard width of the nose band is 25 mm thick Biothane as where the * has a 38 mm thick Biothane nose band that when combined with the basket, can add some length for dogs that need it. The Basket part of the muzzle remains the same.
How to Switch the Nose Band over
Want to switch up your muzzles nose band without buying an entirely new muzzle? Or mix and match different biothane colours? You can purchase alternative nose bands, if your muzzle already has the Chicago screw upgrade, simply just switch your current nose band with your new colour choice.
If you muzzle has rivets, you need to purchase both the nose band and the chicago screw upgrade. You will need to cut off your current strapping, and replace it with new strapping using chicago screws. If you would prefer to replace your strapping with rivets, that you close yourself this can be organised on request.
Please note that chicago screws can come undone over time, so should either be 'Loctite' closed, or checked regularly to ensure they aren't wriggling lose.
Nose Band Helpful Videos
How to Trim a Nose Band on your Muzzle
Noseband too close to the eyes or your dog has a shorter nose? Here’s How to Trim the Nose Band for a Perfect Fit!
You may want to consider trimming the nose band on your muzzle if your dog has a shorter nose or the nose band is touching the water line of your dogs eyes. The video below explains how to trim the nose band.
The nose band isn't returnable once you have trimmed it.
How to attach a Foam Nose Band to a Muzzle.
How to Attach a Foam Noseband for Comfort!
- If you have Chicago screws on your current nose band - unscrew to remove, simply using a screwdriver.
- If you have rivets on your current noseband then it will have to be cut off.
- Place the muzzle in front of you facing forward with the open end facing upwards.
- Hold the noseband with the curved edges facing towards you.
- Unscrew the Chicago screws and wrap the Biothane around the muzzle where the previous noseband was placed.
- Put the Chicago screws back into place to attach the noseband on and screw them in place using a screwdriver.
- The Chicago screws used for the Foam padded nose band are different to the Chicago screws used on our Muzzles. Please use the Chicago screws provided with the nose band.
How to Flip your Nose Band on your Muzzle
Reasons why you may need to flip the nose band on your Muzzle
Sometimes the nose band on your dog's muzzle might need to be flipped. Here are a few reasons why.
- Comfort around the eyes. Even if the muzzle length fits well, the biothane might be slightly too long. This can cause discomfort near the eyes.
- If you have a dog that has a sensitive nose or previous injury around the nose area, using a star noseband but flipped will increase the coverage. It also lifts the muzzle slightly, helping to reduce the contact between the bars and the nose.
- If you have a star noseband but you feel it's too much length, you can flip this around to help shorten the length, making it feel more like a standard noseband.
How to Order a Shorter Strap for your Muzzle
For customers that have one of our muzzles but need to further customise the fit of your muzzle with a Shorter or Longer muzzle strap. No need to cut or punch holes yourself - simply order the a different length for your needs.
Enter what size muzzle you have currently on the item listing, and if you need the strap to be longer or shorter.
This item is one single strap, that can be used either as a quick clip strap, a buckle strap or a head strap.
If your muzzle does not already have Chicago screws, you will also need to add them to your basket, so that you can re-attach the new strap once you have removed the old one.
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Wider Fit or a Narrower Fit
Muzzle Too Narrow?
How to Boil & Expand Your Muzzle!
We have had customers reach out to us saying the back of the muzzle is slightly to narrow at the back and if they are able to boil and re shape the muzzle. We have made the following video as a guideline.
Please note: This process is done at your own risk.
Once you have reshaped your muzzle, it is no longer able to be returned or exchanged.
We cannot guarantee how it may affect the structural integrity of the plastic, and performing it will void your muzzle’s lifetime warranty. Keep in mind that the muzzle may gradually return to its original shape, especially if left in hot environments like a car or conservatory. We recommend checking the fit every few months to ensure it remains secure and comfortable. If needed, the adjustment process can be repeated.
You are likely to have the most success with adjusting the cheeks,and are likely to be able to adjust a couple of cms.
Please be careful and don't hurt yourself (and if you do - we are not responsible)
You can still do this process with strapping attached, this won't impact the Biothane but it may impact the hardware's longevity, so being able to remove the strapping is preferable and only possible if you have Chicago screw upgrade.
The video is us showing how we added 2 cm to the back of a Harry basket, for a dog with slightly wider cheeks.
Muzzle Too Wide?
Here’s How to Boil & Narrow Your Muzzle!
We have had customers reach out to us saying the back of the muzzle is slightly to wide at the back and if they are able to boil and re shape the muzzle. We have made the following video as a guideline.
Please note: This process is done at your own risk.
Once you have reshaped your muzzle, it is no longer able to be returned or exchanged.
We cannot guarantee how it may affect the structural integrity of the plastic, and performing it will void your muzzle’s lifetime warranty. Keep in mind that the muzzle may gradually return to its original shape, especially if left in hot environments like a car or conservatory. We recommend checking the fit every few months to ensure it remains secure and comfortable. If needed, the adjustment process can be repeated.
You are likely to have the most success with adjusting the cheeks,and are likely to be able to adjust a couple of cms.
Please be careful and don't hurt yourself (and if you do - we are not responsible)
You can still do this process with strapping attached, this won't impact the Biothane but it may impact the hardware's longevity, so being able to remove the strapping is preferable and only possible if you have Chicago screw upgrade.
The video is us showing how we reduced the back width of a Taz basket.
How to Attach a Scavenger Guard to your Muzzle
Fitting a Scavenger Guard to your dog’s muzzle is a quick and effective way to prevent unwanted scavenging on walks.
Whether your dog is a poo eater, stone eater, or simply has a habit of picking up harmful items like sticks or rubbish, the Scavenger Guard offers an extra layer of protection.
Designed to integrate seamlessly with our muzzles, it reduces your dog’s ability to ingest dangerous or disgusting items while still allowing panting and safe airflow.
Ideal for dogs that eat poop (coprophagia), scavenge food or trash, or are prone to eating stones or other non-edible objects, this guard helps keep your dog safer, your walks calmer, and your vet bills lower.
Learn how to fit it properly in the video and enjoy more worry-free adventures with your scavenger dog.
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MUZZLE ACCESSORIES EXPLAINED
At The Muzzle Movement, we know that a properly fitted muzzle makes all the difference — for comfort, safety, and positive training success. That’s why we’ve created our Sizing Explained guide to walk you through every stage of measuring your dog. With step-by-step photo guides, videos, and expert tips, we make the sizing process simple and stress-free.
You'll learn exactly how to measure your dog’s length, width, and height to find the right fit, plus how to troubleshoot common sizing challenges. Our easy-to-use resources are designed to help you feel confident when choosing a muzzle, ensuring a comfortable, training-friendly fit that supports your dog’s well-being from day one.
Need extra help? Our team is just an email away — we're here to support you and your dog every step of the way.
More Help is Available for Sizing
If you would like more guidance on how to measure the length, height and width, our blog on what makes a well fitting muzzle will help.
Follow the instructions carefully: Accurate measurements are essential for the right fit.
Check your measurements twice: Incorrect measurements can lead to the wrong size being recommended by the quiz.
Use the sizing chart or quiz for guidance: This will help ensure you select the perfect muzzle for your dog.
If you're struggling or need assistance, don’t hesitate to contact us at support@themuzzlemovement.com.