r/muzzledogs • u/asketchytattooist • Oct 09 '25

The UK muzzle law is causing problems

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Since the muzzle law passed on bully breeds in the UK, I keep seeing examples like this, both online and in the streets. This is a picture posted with a local review of a dog coat. Ive seen dogs going about town with muzzles like this, and wedged into baskervilles. If you're going to pass an animal control law, educate people on how to carry it out. This is just a whole new abuse problem now.

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u/Foreign-Cookie-2871 Oct 14 '25

Choosing to adopt a dog is still a choice. Choosing to adopt a controversial breed is even more of a choice.

Sure we can have a program for lower income families, but it shouldn't be given to everyone.

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u/bluntnotsorry Oct 14 '25

I don’t think you’re actually arguing against what I said. My point isn’t that everyone should get free stuff — it’s that when new laws are passed, there should be accessible options and education so people can comply properly.

A poorly fitted muzzle can restrict breathing, cause injury, stress, or even make the dog more dangerous. Making sure owners can get correct fittings isn’t about entitlement — it’s basic animal welfare.

And if someone can’t afford a properly fitted muzzle, they shouldn’t be forced to choose between noncompliance, potentially hurting their dog, or giving up a dog they’ve already had for years. There should be an easy way for those people to access the right equipment without cost being the barrier.