Sizing
| Muzzle Size | Fits |
Standard Grazing & Cribbing (circumference x depth) |
Deluxe Grazing(circumference x depth) |
| Mini Mini |
Average size minis |
16" x 3" | n/a |
| Mini |
Larger miniatures, Shetlands and weanlings. 200-300 lbs. |
18" x 3-1/2" | 20" x 5-1/2" |
| Pony |
Most average size ponies and yearlings, very small faced horses. 300-500 lbs, 12 hands and under. |
20" x 4-1/2" | 22" x 5-3/4" |
| Cob |
Large ponies, small horses such as Morgans, horses with small faces such as Arabians. 500-800 lbs, 13-14 hands. |
22 x 5-1/2" | 24" x 7" |
| Horse |
Average size horses such as Quarter horses. 800 to 1100 lbs, 15-16 hands. |
24" x 6" | 26" x 7-1/2" |
| Large Horse (Oversize) |
Warmbloods and large-faced horses, 1100 to 1600 lbs, 17 hands and over. |
26" x 6-1/2" | 28" x 8" |
| Draft |
Very large breeds such as Persherons, Belgians, etc. |
n/a | 30" x 8" |
Q: Which muzzle size should I order?
Normally your horse will wear the same size muzzle as halter. For example, if your horse wears a cob size halter it would wear a cob size muzzle. Leave a small space (1/2 to one inch) between your horse's mouth and the bottom of the muzzle. You can also use the above chart to help determine the correct size.
Q: How should the grazing muzzle fit?
The muzzle should not be tight or restricting and should allow room for grazing and chewing. You should be able to fit two to three fingers sideways between the grazing muzzle and the horse's face. The Standard muzzles have a slightly closer fit. Check regularly for rubbing, especially when introducing the horse to the muzzle. If necessary, use padding such as sheepskin or a Muzzle Mate (see Accessories) to cushion sensitive areas. Having the proper fit and adjustments will help avoid rubbing.
Q: How should I adjust the Deluxe Grazing Muzzle?
For the most comfortable fit and to prevent the muzzle from coming off the horse's nose, adjust the muzzle so that the throat latch fits behind the horse's jaw bone, if possible. It may help to put the muzzle over a well-fitting halter and adjust the straps so that the muzzle fits as closely as possible to the halter.