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How long should you be walking your dog? We put together the dog exercise calculator, to help guide you on how much exercise your dog should be getting.
*Please choose the most similar breed to your dog
As %PETNAME% is a %PETBREED% we recommend that you should be walking for %BREEDMINUTES% minutes which is approximately %BREEDMILES% miles per day.
The number of minutes is based on breed exercise guidelines taken from reputable sources including The Kennel Club and PDSA. The number of miles is calculated based on the average dog walking pace which is approximately 22 to 24 minutes per mile (source: Association for Pet Obesity Prevention). This is 2.6 miles per hour.
If you have any more questions, or any concerns please speak to your vet.
Once %PETNAME% reaches the mileage shown on the adult guide please use the breed information.
Age in months | Daily miles |
---|---|
3 | 0.65 |
4 | 0.85 |
5 | 1.1 |
6 | 1.3 |
7 | 1.5 |
8 | 1.7 |
9 | 1.95 |
10 | 2.15 |
11 | 2.4 |
12 | 2.6 |
Exercise is an excellent way for you and your puppy to bond. It helps your puppy get acclimated to their surroundings and develop motor skills. Once your puppy is fully vaccinated, taking them out for walks is highly beneficial. Don't forget, playtime is also a wonderful form of exercise for your puppy.
Tailor the amount of exercise to your puppy's breed and individual needs. Gentle, twice-daily walks are typically suitable and can increase as they mature. Young dogs require less exercise than adults, so avoid over-exerting them.
If you have further questions or concerns, consult your vet.
Source: the PDSA and the Kennel Club
Older dogs often need less exercise than younger ones, but still benefit from regular mental and physical stimulation. Also, appropriate exercise can keep them mobile. This reduction in requirement can be due to normal aging, but can also be a sign of joint stiffness (and other illnesses). We recommend speaking to your vet if you have any concerns, have noticed changes with your dog or if you have any more questions about suitable exercise.
Source: the PDSA and the Kennel Club
Whether your dog is a junior, adult or senior, we all know the great feeling you and your pooch get from being active together. That is why we put together the “How many miles” calculator above, to help guide you on how much exercise your dog should be getting.
Whilst we always recommend double checking with your vet when exercising your senior pet pal, here are the 4 major benefits your golden oldie will feel from continuing to be active.
In all the excitement of getting a puppy it can be very easy to want to get out there and experience the outdoors with them which can lead to over exercise. The “How many miles” calculator will help guide you on this but below are 5 other important factors you should consider when walking your pup.
*Disclaimer notice: All content on this “How many miles should I walk my dog?” webpage, is provided for informational purposes only. It is not intended to be a substitute for professional veterinarian advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always seek the advice of your veterinarian with any questions you may have regarding the medical condition of your pet.
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