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How many times should i walk my dog?

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It depends on the dog – there are some breeds for whom once a day walks are enough, but some others, especially high-energy ones, require more walks each day. But as a general rule, it is recommended that you walk your dog at least 15 minutes, twice a day. read more

There is no definite number of times in general because it mostly depends on what breed you have and its health condition and capability. In fact, there are many factors that determine the frequency or the number of times you should walk your dog every day. read more

Natalie Ede, DVM, of Buckeye Veterinary Clinic in Akron, Ohio, says, “If you walk your dog for bathroom breaks as well as exercise, dogs should be walked three to four times per day.” Charlotte Cummings, DVM, practice owner of Buckeye Veterinary Clinic, says that you should walk your dog at least once a day, separate from bathroom breaks. read more

No, since instinct tells a dog the leader leads the way, your decision to allow your dog to walk in front will be communicating to your dog that you are allowing him to be your leader. A pack walk is also the best way to introduce new dogs to one another or to get dogs who already do not like one another to accept each other. read more