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I designed a nose guard for my dog and gave it away. Now 500 dogs wear one

Billie, a pitbull, suffers from DLE, a skin condition that requires daily ointment application on her nose. This is a challenge since dogs like Billie tend to lick their noses clean. To solve this problem, the owner designed a nose guard called Doguard. After thirteen prototypes, it finally worked, allowing Billie to wear it while receiving her ointment and still enjoying sunbathing.

Initially, the designer intended to share the design for free, but the demand far exceeded expectations. Now, over 500 dogs wear SnoutCover, with most owners having it printed and assembled themselves. The product has undergone numerous improvements, including reinforced straps and custom sizes for different breeds. Additionally, the designer has provided tutorials for fitting, training, and care of the cover.

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