Best Friend Deluxe Grazing Muzzle with Breakaway Halter

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Best Friend Deluxe Grazing Muzzle — Laminitis & Founder Prevention for NZ Horses

New Zealand’s lush spring and summer pastures are among the most productive in the world — wonderful news for farmers, but a genuine health risk for horses and ponies prone to weight gain. Rich grass means rapidly rising sugar levels, and for good doers, that translates directly into a higher risk of laminitis and founder. The Best Friend Deluxe Grazing Muzzle is the most widely recommended solution from equine vets and nutritionists across NZ for managing pasture intake without stabling or tape-fence management.

Unlike restricting a horse to a yard or stable, a grazing muzzle allows your horse to stay with the herd — moving, socialising, and behaving naturally — while significantly reducing grass consumed per hour. Research shows a well-fitted muzzle can reduce intake by 70–80%, which for many horses makes the difference between a healthy weight and a dangerous one. For laminitic horses and grass-founder-prone ponies in New Zealand, this is often the most practical and humane management tool available.

The Deluxe is the top-rated model in the Best Friend range and the one most often specified by equine health professionals. Its five-point adjustable breakaway halter system fits securely without pressure points, and the padded noseband reduces the risk of rubs during extended wear. The small opening in the base allows your horse to graze slowly and drink freely — no need to remove it at water time. A breakaway buckle adds a critical safety feature: if the muzzle catches on a fence or gate, it releases rather than trapping your horse.

Robust nylon/rubber construction resists rot and mildew, holding up through a full NZ grazing season. The optional Fleece Nose Piece (sold separately) adds comfort for horses in continuous use.

Named Editors’ Choice by NZ Horse & Pony. Top-rated by The Horse Journal USA.

Available in several sizes — see our Sizing Guide to find the right fit. In stock in New Zealand — fast delivery nationwide.

Features:

• Limits grazing, not drinking
• Five-point adjustable breakaway halter system
• Padded noseband — reduces rubs during extended wear
• Breakaway buckle — releases if caught on fence or gate
• Extra breakaway buckle supplied
• Lightweight nylon/rubber construction — rot and mildew resistant

Other muzzle options:

• Best Friend Standard Grazing Muzzle — everyday grazing management for horses and ponies
• Best Friend Have-a-Heart Grazing Muzzle — limits grazing while allowing free drinking
• Best Friend Cribbing Muzzle — for cribbing and windsucking horses
• Best Friend Soft Stall Muzzle — lightweight muzzle for temporary stall use.

TESTIMONIALS:

“Best Friend Grazing Muzzle” – Editors’ Choice, New Zealand Horse & Pony

“I used the Best Friend Deluxe grazing muzzle for years and highly recommend it. Be sure to measure for proper fit, and follow the instructions for adapting your horse to it before turning her out in it.”
Francis F, UK.

“I’ve always used Best Friend grazing muzzles for all of my horses as they simply limit the amount of grass my horse can eat, rather than restricting it completely. I’m also happy knowing he can still drink normally and will be comfortable.”
Alex, Cambridge NZ.

“They work great for school ponies who would get fat if they were allowed to graze without a muzzle. I love this muzzle, as it is really easy to put on and easy to clean.”
L Driver, USA.