What is the guideline for clipping down the muzzle?

• A. Under eye & down the sides of the muzzle
• B. Over eye & across the muzzle
• C. Under chin only
• D. Across the lips

Answer: (A)

Clipping the muzzle should protect the eyes while giving a clean, natural outline. The guideline is to trim hair from under the eye and along the sides of the muzzle. This keeps stray hairs away from the eye, reduces the risk of nicks near a sensitive area, and follows the muzzle’s natural contour for a neat, balanced look. Clipping over the eye or across the muzzle risks injuring or irritating the eye area and can leave an awkward, blunt line, while focusing only under the chin leaves the muzzle uneven and unfinished. So, the best approach is to work from under the eye and down the sides of the muzzle.