Dogs Trust Glasgow is encouraging the public to consider adopting their muzzle-trained dogs who are patiently waiting to find their forever homes.

The charity has shared the real reasons why many of their dogs are trained to wear a muzzle, in the hope of changing the negative stigma surrounding them.

They hope this will encourage more people to adopt a muzzled dog.

The charity has said that, sadly, muzzled dogs tend to spend longer in their care before finding their forever homes.

There are several reasons why a dog might wear a muzzle.

Jupiter (Image: Dogs Trust Glasgow) These include safety when a dog is frightened, ill, or injured, to prevent dogs from eating harmful things, and to keep dogs and those around them safe.

Sandra Downie, rehoming centre manager at Dogs Trust Glasgow, said: "All different breeds of dog in our care wear muzzles with our staff putting lots of work into ensuring muzzle training is positive and fun for the dogs.

“Dogs are muzzled for a range of reasons; prevention, social skills, to stop them from eating things on their walks, for the vets, grooming and lots more.

"For some dogs, wearing a muzzle means they can safely enjoy more enriching activities such as making friends and playing with other dogs at the centre.

"It can be useful for all dogs to be comfortable wearing a muzzle as you never know when it might come in handy.

Jupiter and Ares enjoying a walk together  (Image: Dogs Trust Glasgow) "Dogs can learn to happily wear a muzzle in the same way that they learn to wear a collar.

"They can still enjoy their walks, pant freely, drink water and have treats.

"I hope by highlighting some of our fabulous current residents who wear a muzzle, we can help people understand that wearing one is normal for many dogs and isn’t anything to be concerned about."

For more information on how to train your dog to wear a muzzle, go to https://tinyurl.com/8sc4pr5v.

The charity has shared details of some of their muzzled dogs who are currently waiting to be adopted.

Jupiter is a five-year-old Dobermann who is described as an ''affectionate boy''.

He can be worried with strangers and around other dogs, so wearing a muzzle helps him when walking with doggie friends.

Jupiter is said to be a "total Velcro boy" who loves to snuggle up on the sofa and enjoys using his brain playing puzzle games.

Layla is a five-year-old Collie cross who can be unsure of unfamiliar people, but when she knows you, she is "absolutely buzzing" to say hello and enjoy some scratches.

She loves to play fetch, so a garden of her own to play in would make her very happy.

She is unsure about cyclists and large dogs, so wears a muzzle when out walking.

Heidi is a five-year-old Rottweiler who is described as a "brilliant girl with so much potential."

Her favourite game is tug-of-war, and she is a big fan of snacks.

She prefers to be walked socially distanced from other dogs, so is happy wearing a muzzle when out and about.

If you are interested in adopting a dog from Dogs Trust Glasgow, you can view their current residents on their website.