Reddit reviews Canine Friendly Short Snout Dog Muzzle, Small, Charcoal
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Made from breathable mesh and durable nylon constructionAdjustable slider and easy to use side release buckleMakes muzzling quick and convenientSoft bumpers that prevent the mesh from rubbing on eyesSize Small fits a head circumference of 9-12 inches. Please refer the size chart under the images section to select the appropriate size.
I imagine they were using a muzzle on them and it caused the dog to have trouble breathing. Because of the shape of a brachycephalic dog's face, a standard cage muzzle can't be used if the dog gets a bit nippy while being trimmed. Instead they have to use a soft muzzle like this if you put it on upside down though, it covers the nose of most brachy breeds. Cat muzzles look similar but are made to cover the eyes as well and I could see undertrained staff putt on the soft dog muzzle upside down like a cat muzzle is normally situated suffocating the dog.
Groomers are used to working with aggressive dogs. Aggressive Shih-Tzus are literally an every day occurrence at most grooming shops. Absolutely take your dog to the groomer, but please do everyone a favor and tell them your dog is aggressive when you book the appointment, and then tell them again when you drop your dog off. Also, you'll make your groomer's life a lot easier if you purchase a muzzle like this one (if your dog is relatively flat-faced, otherwise an appropriately-fitting Baskerville muzzle should work) and work on making your dog accustomed to wearing one, in case the groomer needs to muzzle him for their safety.
They make brachy muzzles out of mesh. They look kind of silly, though. https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00J59JBPM/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_ji09BbG5GN5GB