How often should a dog go to the park?
Rogers Yost
2025-06-22 20:13:52
Count answers: 10
Every dog's daily schedule should include walking to ensure their physical and mental well-being. Typically, dogs require a minimum of one to two walks per day, unless advised otherwise by your veterinarian. Walks give your dog a chance to sniff new smells, explore new places and meet new people and dogs – all of which are really important for their mental wellbeing and confidence. No, even if you have a big garden, it’s important to take your dog out for regular walks too. It’s best to start training when they are a puppy but it’s never too late to begin teaching an older dog. It’s also sensible to avoid steep slopes, as they put extra pressure on the joints. Walking and gentle running is fine, but it’s best to avoid chasing, jumping, and skidding. If your dog is aggressive towards other dogs, the best thing to do is avoid other dogs as much as possible while you work on their behaviour with an accredited dog behaviourist.