Avoiding Rubs from Grazing Muzzles

Updated September 26, 2023

In this excerpt from an episode of Ask the Vet, Dr. Gray and SmartPaker Dan talk about the steps you can take to help prevent rubs on your horse's face from a grazing muzzle. They discuss why it’s a good idea to try multiple types of muzzles and share methods for determining where your horse gets rubs so you know where to pad the muzzle. Plus, Dr. Gray explains one instance when you must take your horse’s muzzle off.


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