Protect your horse from the dangers of overgrazing without sacrificing their comfort or essential social turnout time. The Shires Deluxe Fleece Lined Grazing Muzzle offers the perfect balance of strict metabolic management and plush, chafe-free protection for even the most sensitive equines.

Engineered with a primary focus on equine welfare, this muzzle features a durable rubber base designed to reduce grass intake by approximately 80% while ensuring your horse remains fully hydrated. The reinforced nylon webbing promotes maximum airflow, and the integrated D-ring allows for easy leading, making it a practical, high-performance tool for daily weight management and metabolic health.

Key Features & Specifications:

• Luxurious Synthetic Fleece Lining: Provides superior anti-chafe protection around the muzzle and chin to prevent the painful sores and hair loss often caused by standard muzzles.
• Strategic Single-Hole Rubber Base: Effectively limits forage consumption for horses with Laminitis, EMS, or PPID while allowing for easy, continuous access to water.
• Field-Safe Safety Fastenings: Features a fully adjustable harness with breakaway Velcro straps designed to release under high pressure, preventing your horse from becoming trapped.
• Reinforced Nylon Web Bars: Promotes optimal air exchange and breathability, keeping your horse cool and comfortable even during extended turnout in warmer weather.
• Comprehensive Sizing Range: Available in Small Pony, Pony, Cob, Full, and Extra Full to ensure a tailored fit for every breed from small ponies to large horses.
• Fully Adjustable Padded Harness: Includes customizable head and throat straps with comfort padding to ensure a secure fit that doesn't compromise natural jaw movement.

Frequently Asked Questions:

Q: How do I ensure I have the correct size and fit for my horse?
A: Generally, you should choose the same size as your horse's standard headcollar. Use the "Two-Finger Rule" to ensure a 2–3 finger gap exists between the muzzle and the face; for native breeds with wider jaws, we recommend sizing up one level for maximum comfort.

Q: Can my horse still interact socially and drink while wearing this?
A: Absolutely. This muzzle is designed to allow horses to stay with their herd, preventing the stress of isolation. The hole in the rubber base is specifically sized to allow for easy drinking and restricted grazing simultaneously.

Item Number/SKU: 495NF-Small-Pony