Shires Freegraze Comfort Grazing Mask

For dimensions and additional information, see the table with the images.

The grazing muzzle is a bit small. If your horse or pony is just at the end of a halter size, a larger grazing muzzle size is often better.

Available sizes:

• Size Mini: for very small mini horses or real mini Shetlands, Shetlands quickly fall into pony size.
• Pony size: Shetland ponies and ponies up to a height of approx. 130 cm (with exceptions).
• Cob size: E-ponies, Haflingers*, Graceful tinkers*, Fjords* (*not the heavy types), Icelanders, Thoroughbreds, Andalusians, Quarters, Berbers, Arabians.
• Size Full: Warmbloods, sturdy Tinkers, sturdy Haflingers and large Fjords.
• Size XFull: Heavy warmbloods, large coldbloods, sturdy tinkers etc.

What intake restriction does the Shires Freegraze Comfort Grazing Muzzle provide?

The grazing muzzle has a strict limitation of 75-86% this percentage is an estimate and depends on various factors. A handy horse can eat more with it than a horse that has a lot of trouble with it. The length of the grass also plays a role. Too long grass is extra difficult. And too short grass too. The latter can also cause extra sand intake.

Can my horse eat with the grazing muzzle on its own or does it have to learn it?

Not every horse can handle a grazing muzzle by itself. Some horses are very down-to-earth about it and experience how it works by trying and quickly achieve success. Other horses can become anxious or frustrated and need more guidance and practice. Therefore, practice together. Sometimes it can take a few weeks before it really works. Do not give up too quickly after a few sessions. Only put your horse in the pasture with the grazing muzzle when you are sure that it can eat and drink.

Can my horse get chafing?

Chafing can occur if the grazing muzzle does not fit properly, or if it is worn too soon.
is built up so that the skin cannot get used to it or if your horse has very sensitive skin. Rain and sand can also be an additional risk factor for the development of chafing. To prevent your horse from getting chafing, first choose the right size grazing muzzle. And preventively you can use an additional fur. A stable bald spot is not a problem. Often calluses form here and the horse solves the problem itself.

Why don't we recommend the Shires grazing muzzle for 24/7 grazing?

Whether a grazing muzzle is suitable for 24/7 grazing depends on various factors
properties. Among other things, the degree of restriction is very important. If a horse wears the grazing muzzle permanently, it must also be able to absorb all the necessary nutrition. Even with limited intake, a horse still needs a minimum amount of nutrition to remain healthy. In addition, we also look at the material and the possible impact on the horse's mouth during 24/7 grazing. Because the Shires grazing muzzle has a small opening, we do not consider the grazing muzzle suitable for 24/7 grazing.

How long does the grazing muzzle last?

With grazing muzzles and also the Shires grazing muzzle, the best balance between durability, comfort and safety and cost price is always considered. In addition, a grazing muzzle is a must because of the nature of the application and the intensive load.
'consumable'. In general, you can assume that a grazing muzzle will last for about a pasture season. However, depending on the circumstances or the behaviour of your horse, this can be shorter or much longer.

An accident can happen in a small corner. In the pasture it is important that the chance of getting caught is very low. Therefore check the free living environment
of your horse thoroughly. The Velcro closure does not guarantee that the grazing muzzle will not be damaged in an incident.