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Customer Reviews for Grazing Muzzle

Grazing Muzzle

The?Original Grazing Muzzle attaches to your own leather or breakaway halter with four adjustable hook-and-loop straps. To attach, loop the four straps over the noseband and chinstrap. (The two side straps may be looped through the halter rings for added stability.) Leave the metal rings in the down position to allow the muzzle to breakaway. To disable the breakaway feature, slide the metal rings up (see photo) over the hook-and-loop straps.?Deluxe style is a grazing muzzle and breakaway halter in one.
Average Customer Rating:
4.4 out of 5
4.4
 out of 
5
(35 Reviews) 33
Open Ratings Snapshot
Rating breakdown 35 reviews
5 Stars
22
4 Stars
9
3 Stars
2
2 Stars
0
1 Star
2
25 of 29(86%)of customers would recommend this product to a friend.
Customer Reviews for Grazing Muzzle
Review 1 for Grazing Muzzle
Overall Rating:
5 of 5
5 of 5

Like it very much

May 16, 2013
Bydrysparkles
fromOH
I have used this product for:less than a month
Expertise:Novice
Riding Style:Leisure/Trail Riding - Western
Competitor:Non-competitor
Quality:
4 of 5
4 of 5
Value:
4 of 5
4 of 5
Fit
Runs small
Just right
Runs large
Just right
"I have tried using other grazing muzzles, the ones like a halter, but I had trouble keeping them on. both my horse and pony were able to slip them off within a day or two, but this one with the velcro works! and it doesn't rub him like the other one did. great product! would recommend!"
Review 2 for Grazing Muzzle
Overall Rating:
4 of 5
4 of 5

Great muzzle, but runs very small!

May 12, 2013
Bydressagerider5
fromSunbury, OH
I have used this product for:1-3 months
Expertise:Intermediate
Riding Style:Dressage
Competitor:Rated
Quality:
5 of 5
5 of 5
Value:
4 of 5
4 of 5
Fit
Runs small
Runs small
Runs large
Runs small
"First, the size issue. I ordered the cob size for our 13 hh pony. It was way too small. He couldn't even open his mouth. He needs the horse size. One of our boarders had to get the extra large for her horse with a typical size head.
Second, the actual muzzle. The actual muzzle is great. It is sturdy, effective and has not created any rubs around the nose.
We have had only one issue. If the Velcro is extended too fat, it is very easy for the horse to rub off.
I paired this with nylon Velcro breakaway halter sold by Smartpak. So, I feel like out pony is very safe. I can also easily replace one component or the other if I ever need to.
I would buy again knowing the adjustment I would need to make in size."
 
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Review 3 for Grazing Muzzle
Overall Rating:
5 of 5
5 of 5

Very sturdy

May 8, 2013
ByHorsehandmaiden
Expertise:Trainer
Riding Style:Dressage
Competitor:Rated
Quality:
5 of 5
5 of 5
Value:
3 of 5
3 of 5
"This grazing muzzle is very sturdy and is easy to put on or take off. It is effectively keeping my pony from ballooning, and seems to be relatively comfortable for him to wear."
Review 4 for Grazing Muzzle
Overall Rating:
4 of 5
4 of 5

High quality muzzle - very small fit

April 26, 2013
Bydressagerider5
fromSunbury, OH
I have used this product for:less than a month
Expertise:Intermediate
Riding Style:Dressage
Competitor:Rated
Quality:
5 of 5
5 of 5
Value:
3 of 5
3 of 5
Fit
Runs small
Runs very small
Runs large
Runs very small
"I bought a cob size muzzle for our 13 hh Quarter Pony. He wears a pony bridle and cob halter. The cob size muzzle wouldn't even fit over his mouth let alone give him room to open his mouth to eat.
We easily returned the muzzle for a horse size the horse size fits him well.
The muzzle easily attaches to his breakaway halter. He has not managed to pull it off or get it caught on anything. He has not come in with any rubs.
Last year, he chewed through the hole enough to double size the hole by the end of the season. So, I went with the separate basket to make replacement easier in the future as needed.
"
 
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Review 5 for Grazing Muzzle
Overall Rating:
4 of 5
4 of 5

Not as good as the muzzle with the built-in halter

April 26, 2013
ByDJNadeau
fromWaterloo, Ontario
I have used this product for:2-5 years
Expertise:Expert
Riding Style:Hunter/Jumper
Competitor:Rated
Quality:
3 of 5
3 of 5
Value:
4 of 5
4 of 5
Fit
Runs small
Runs large
Runs large
Runs large
"I decided to use this with a leather halter instead of the all-in-one last summer and it was alright but not great. It didn't really fit well on my halter and I had to put electrical tape to keep the velcro attached after about 2 weeks of my horse wearing it on night turnout. Although you may have to replace the all-in-one if your horse breaks it, it definitely is worth the extra money for a better fit."
 
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Review 6 for Grazing Muzzle
Overall Rating:
5 of 5
5 of 5

Horse doesn't mind!

June 23, 2012
ByRegalla
fromWA
I have used this product for:less than a month
Expertise:Expert
Riding Style:Dressage
Competitor:Rated
Quality:
5 of 5
5 of 5
Value:
5 of 5
5 of 5
Fit
Excellent
Excellent
"I thought my horse would hate wearing this, but doesn't mind at all. It's made very well, and the straps are very secure."
Review 7 for Grazing Muzzle
Overall Rating:
4 of 5
4 of 5

Good quality but rubs

April 11, 2012
Bybuckwild
fromOhio
I have used this product for:1-3 months
Expertise:Intermediate
Riding Style:Other - Western
Competitor:Local/Open
Quality:
4 of 5
4 of 5
Value:
4 of 5
4 of 5
Fit
Average
Excellent
"I bought this grazing muzzle for my mare so she can graze on the rich spring grass without getting gas colic. I bought a separate halter and left it attached so that it wouldn't have to be put on every time. The velcro was easy to use but it doesn't seem to have enough adjustment. I see after a week or so of daily use that she has rubbed down to the skin on the underside of her jaw. I think I will line this with fleece so she can continue to wear it comfortably. It is a bit heavy and awkward at first. I think I like the all canvas ones better but I think this one will hold up longer."
Review 8 for Grazing Muzzle
Overall Rating:
5 of 5
5 of 5

September 9, 2011
ByAndy2005
Expertise:Intermediate
Quality:
5 of 5
5 of 5
Value:
4 of 5
4 of 5
Fit
Good
Excellent
"This muzzle is working well on our Haflinger gelding who has foundered. It allows him some time out every day with his pals, and seems very sturdily made. In fact, it's a little bit heavy, but I would rather it be sturdy than worry about wear and tear."
Review 9 for Grazing Muzzle
Overall Rating:
4 of 5
4 of 5

Great muzzle just one flaw

June 25, 2011
ByFelita
fromMt. Clemens, MI
I have used this product for:1-3 months
Expertise:Intermediate
Riding Style:Hunter/Jumper
Competitor:Local/Open
Quality:
5 of 5
5 of 5
Value:
4 of 5
4 of 5
Fit
Good
Excellent
"This muzzle is great, I have a Haflinger mare that cannot have to much grass or she will have health problems and this muzzle has solved the problem of her eating to much. The only problem with it is that it has to many straps and takes a while to get it on and to make sure that it is fitting correctly. Other than that I am happy that I bought this muzzle and not another one."
Review 10 for Grazing Muzzle
Overall Rating:
5 of 5
5 of 5

great muzzle

June 13, 2011
ByCris
fromAL
I have used this product for:1-3 months
Expertise:Expert
Riding Style:Eventing
Competitor:Rated
Quality:
5 of 5
5 of 5
Value:
5 of 5
5 of 5
Fit
Good
Excellent
"But it will rub those with big nostrils and small noses, I lined mine with fleece."
Review 11 for Grazing Muzzle
Overall Rating:
5 of 5
5 of 5

Good muzzle...does the job

May 18, 2011
ByTackshopper
fromBig Flats, NY
I have used this product for:1-3 months
Expertise:Expert
Riding Style:Dressage
Competitor:Rated
Quality:
5 of 5
5 of 5
Value:
5 of 5
5 of 5
Fit
Excellent
Excellent
"I had to muzzle to insulin resistant horses this spring because our grass was so lush this year. One pony never could figure out how to eat through the muzzle, but at least she was out with her friends, and in the sun. My Friesian mare figured out how to eat through the little hole, so the muzzle worked great. Both muzzles stayed on, inspite of the ponies dramatic attempts to rub it off. Of course...with any such equipment, use caution regarding the horse getting caught on things...safety halters are a good idea. ."
Review 12 for Grazing Muzzle
Overall Rating:
5 of 5
5 of 5

Miss Piggy Loves it

April 16, 2011
ByPalandme
fromIowa
I have used this product for:1-2 years
Expertise:Intermediate
Riding Style:Trail Riding
Competitor:Local/Open
Quality:
5 of 5
5 of 5
Value:
5 of 5
5 of 5
Fit
Excellent
Excellent
"My Kentucky Mountain horse eats like she will never get another meal. Her obvious roundish shape says otherwise. She is in the corral a lot but I like her to get exercise, and with this grazing muzzle she can run and kick in between bites! (I've seen her do this). She would like to rub it off but hasn't managed to do that and I have her out all day in it. It even fit into the small waterers we have."
Review 13 for Grazing Muzzle
Overall Rating:
5 of 5
5 of 5

Grazing Muzzle

January 4, 2011
Byreinerroper
fromJunction City OR
I have used this product for:over 5 years
Expertise:Expert
Riding Style:All Around
Competitor:Local/Open
Quality:
5 of 5
5 of 5
Value:
5 of 5
5 of 5
Fit
Excellent
Excellent
"I recommend this to anyone with a horse that can't keep his mouth quiet. This stopped the continual purchase of lead ropes to replace those chewed in half. It also allows me to tie up my horses and not have them chewing the arena rails or stall fronts. Love it!"
Review 14 for Grazing Muzzle
Overall Rating:
5 of 5
5 of 5

Works Great

May 10, 2010
ByLuckyT
fromPine Island, MN
I have used this product for:2-5 years
Expertise:Intermediate
Riding Style:Leisure/Trail Riding - Western
Competitor:Non-competitor
Quality:
5 of 5
5 of 5
Value:
5 of 5
5 of 5
Fit
Excellent
Excellent
"We have a horse prone to laminitis, and these grazing muzzles work wonders. She can be out "grazing" with no fear of over-eating. Keep checking the size of the hole, as it will enlarge over time. We keep a backup on hand when it comes time to replace."
Review 15 for Grazing Muzzle
Overall Rating:
4 of 5
4 of 5

needs impovemnt for ponies

May 6, 2010
Byoldandintheway
fromVA
I have used this product for:2-5 years
Expertise:Expert
Riding Style:Hunter/Jumper
Competitor:Rated
Quality:
5 of 5
5 of 5
Value:
3 of 5
3 of 5
Fit
Average
Excellent
"I have used this product for several ponies over the past years. I recently purchased a cob size for a medium pony that did not fit into one of my pony sized muzzles without getting rubs. Overall these muzzles are great but I would like to comment that they are very heavy for small/medium ponies. Perhaps the manufacturer could use a lighter material (without sacrificing duarability) that would be more suitable for a pony to wear as I find these too heavy for my little guys. A lighter color for summer would be great too as the black rubber tends to get very hot. I prefer the muzzle that attaches to a turnout halter as the "all in one" halter/muzzle does not stay put on naughty ponies. Overall, a good muzzle."
Review 16 for Grazing Muzzle
Overall Rating:
3 of 5
3 of 5

creates rubs

May 5, 2010
ByRoseHillFarm
fromAmenia, NY
I have used this product for:over 5 years
Expertise:Intermediate
Riding Style:Hunter/Jumper
Competitor:Rated
Quality:
5 of 5
5 of 5
Value:
3 of 5
3 of 5
Fit
Fair
Excellent
"This muzzle is definitely durable, but if I put it on so that they can't take it off then it starts to rub on their chins. For the price, I didn't find it to be a very effective product."
Review 17 for Grazing Muzzle
Overall Rating:
1 of 5
1 of 5

Not worth it

April 10, 2010
ByCD
Expertise:Expert
Quality:
1 of 5
1 of 5
Value:
1 of 5
1 of 5
Fit
Average
Excellent
"I bought one of these for our chubby Morgan a few years ago. Maybe he was smart, or maybe just hungry, but he took it off every time we put it on him. That wouldn't have been so bad, but the velcro "breakaways" never gave- the stitching ripped out. I took this muzzle to the repair shop at least once a week, and ended up spending twice as much on repairs as I did on the muzzle- IN ONE MONTH! Great idea, but only if the velcro gives instead of the stitching. My horse also "modified" the size of the grazing hole. Very disappointed in this product."
Review 18 for Grazing Muzzle
Overall Rating:
5 of 5
5 of 5

Works Great!

January 11, 2010
ByHorseTickler
fromN. California
I have used this product for:less than a month
Expertise:Intermediate
Riding Style:Other
Competitor:Non-competitor
Quality:
5 of 5
5 of 5
Value:
5 of 5
5 of 5
Fit
Excellent
Excellent
"I'm using this to train a draft/QH cross. It is easy to use, durable, and well made."
Review 19 for Grazing Muzzle
Overall Rating:
5 of 5
5 of 5

Great Muzzle

January 11, 2010
ByRoseHillFarm
fromWassaic, NY
I have used this product for:over 5 years
Expertise:Intermediate
Riding Style:Hunter/Jumper
Competitor:Rated
Quality:
5 of 5
5 of 5
Value:
5 of 5
5 of 5
Fit
Excellent
Excellent
"I have been using this muzzle now for about 6 years for my mare and I use it every Summer for about 2 months while the grass is really lush and it is still holding up really well. It is easy to put on and she is able to nibble at the grass without consuming too much I am amazed at how long this muzzle has lasted because generally things like this don't last more than one or two seasons."
Review 20 for Grazing Muzzle
Overall Rating:
5 of 5
5 of 5

Good Product

November 4, 2009
ByBlue42
fromFlorida
I have used this product for:1-3 months
Expertise:Intermediate
Riding Style:Hunter/Jumper
Quality:
4 of 5
4 of 5
Value:
4 of 5
4 of 5
Fit
Excellent
Excellent
"My pony has been using the muzzle for about a month now and it's holding up really well. We are using it for weight control and founder prevention. This allows her to be turned out with friends and enjoy being outside. Good product!"
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