{"id":4402,"date":"2022-05-14T13:00:00","date_gmt":"2022-05-14T13:00:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.dogchef.com\/?p=4402"},"modified":"2026-08-20T11:17:54","modified_gmt":"2026-08-20T11:17:54","slug":"is-going-for-a-walk-essential-for-dogs","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.dogchef.com\/en\/blog\/is-going-for-a-walk-essential-for-dogs","title":{"rendered":"Is going for a walk essential for dogs?"},"content":{"rendered":"<div class=\"default__block container-fluid lg \">\n<p><em><mark style=\"background-color:rgba(0, 0, 0, 0);color:#007670\" class=\"has-inline-color\">\u201cI have a big garden so I don&#8217;t need to walk my dog\u201d Have you ever heard that somewhere? So have we! However, daily walks are important to ensure your dog&#8217;s <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.dogchef.com\/en\/blog-categories\/health\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">health<\/a><\/strong> and well-being. For example, would you like to stay locked up all day at home? The answer will surely be no. What is the ideal length of walks? How often should a dog be walked? We tell you all about it!<\/mark><\/em><\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"default__block container-fluid lg \">\n<p>\u200d<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_82_2 ez-toc-wrap-center counter-flat ez-toc-counter ez-toc-custom ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title ez-toc-toggle\" style=\"cursor:pointer\">Table of contents<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><a href=\"#\" class=\"ez-toc-pull-right ez-toc-btn ez-toc-btn-xs ez-toc-btn-default ez-toc-toggle\" aria-label=\"Toggle Table of Content\"><span class=\"ez-toc-js-icon-con\"><span class=\"\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: #007670;color:#007670\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 6H4v2h2V6zm14 0H8v2h12V6zM4 11h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2zM4 16h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg style=\"fill: #007670;color:#007670\" class=\"arrow-unsorted-368013\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"10px\" height=\"10px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" version=\"1.2\" baseProfile=\"tiny\"><path d=\"M18.2 9.3l-6.2-6.3-6.2 6.3c-.2.2-.3.4-.3.7s.1.5.3.7c.2.2.4.3.7.3h11c.3 0 .5-.1.7-.3.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7zM5.8 14.7l6.2 6.3 6.2-6.3c.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7c-.2-.2-.4-.3-.7-.3h-11c-.3 0-.5.1-.7.3-.2.2-.3.5-.3.7s.1.5.3.7z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/a><\/span><\/div>\n<nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 eztoc-toggle-hide-by-default' ><li class='ez-toc-page-1'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/www.dogchef.com\/en\/blog\/is-going-for-a-walk-essential-for-dogs\/#Why_is_walking_important_for_dogs\" >Why is walking important for dogs?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/www.dogchef.com\/en\/blog\/is-going-for-a-walk-essential-for-dogs\/#How_many_times_a_day_should_you_take_your_dog_out\" >How many times a day should you take your dog out?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/www.dogchef.com\/en\/blog\/is-going-for-a-walk-essential-for-dogs\/#The_duration_of_daily_activities_depends_on_the_size_and_age_of_the_dog_%E2%80%8D\" >The duration of daily activities depends on the size and age of the dog \u200d<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/www.dogchef.com\/en\/blog\/is-going-for-a-walk-essential-for-dogs\/#Pay_attention_to_the_needs_of_your_dog_according_to_his_age\" >Pay attention to the needs of your dog according to his age<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/www.dogchef.com\/en\/blog\/is-going-for-a-walk-essential-for-dogs\/#What_happens_when_a_dog_doesnt_exercise_enough%E2%80%8D\" >What happens when a dog doesn&#8217;t exercise enough?\u200d<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/www.dogchef.com\/en\/blog\/is-going-for-a-walk-essential-for-dogs\/#Is_opening_the_garden_gate_enough%E2%80%8D\" >Is opening the garden gate enough?\u200d<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"default__block container-fluid lg \">\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Why_is_walking_important_for_dogs\"><\/span>Why is walking important for dogs?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"default__block container-fluid lg \">\n<p>As we now know, having a large garden does not mean you don&#8217;t have to walk your dog every day. But why is walking so important?<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"default__block container-fluid lg \">\n<p><em>It stimulates him physically<\/em>: your dog needs regular physical activity to exercise himself but also to avoid any&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/catedog.com\/chien\/03-sante-chien\/05-maladies-de-lappareil-locomoteur-chien\/arthrose-chez-le-chien-age\/\"><em>problem with his joints<\/em><\/a>&nbsp;or being&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/www.dogchef.com\/en\/blog\/mon-chien-est-il-trop-gros\"><em>overweight<\/em><\/a>.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"default__block container-fluid lg \">\n<p><em>It stimulates him mentally<\/em>: indeed, the walk meets his olfactory needs (link). Your dog has a great need to use his nose, to sniff, to smell new smells&#8230; it&#8217;s even a vital need for him. This is why it is also important to regularly change the location of walks so that the dog smells new smells!<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"default__block container-fluid lg \">\n<p><em>It meets his social needs<\/em>: More than ever, we can imagine the effects of isolation on mental health. It&#8217;s the same for your dog! He needs to see other dogs and \/ or people to be fully fulfilled.&nbsp;<strong>\u200d<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"default__block container-fluid lg \">\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_many_times_a_day_should_you_take_your_dog_out\"><\/span>How many times a day should you take your dog out?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"default__block container-fluid lg \">\n<p><strong>\u200d<\/strong>There is no set rule, because to tell the truth it also depends on your schedule. However, it should be borne in mind that when the dog is alone at home, he spends a good part of the day sleeping or being bored (and therefore sometimes he does something stupid)<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"default__block container-fluid lg \">\n<p>Ideally, your dog should go outside&nbsp;<strong>at least three times a day<\/strong>. In the morning before going to work, at noon and in the evening before bedtime. At this frequency, your dog&#8217;s day is more rhythmic since he goes out about every four hours and this allows him to break the boredom. If you have the opportunity to take it out more, that&#8217;s even better!<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"default__block container-fluid lg \">\n<p><strong>\u200d<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"default__block container-fluid lg \">\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"The_duration_of_daily_activities_depends_on_the_size_and_age_of_the_dog_%E2%80%8D\"><\/span>The duration of daily activities depends on the size and age of the dog \u200d<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"default__block container-fluid lg \">\n<p>In general, small dogs have less need to exert themselves than large dogs. Remember that a Pug will need less physical activity than a Shiba or a Labrador for example.<br>\u200d<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"default__block container-fluid lg \">\n<p>However, let&#8217;s not make a generalisation because it varies greatly from one breed to another, for example, the Jack Russell is a small dog that needs a lot of physical activity. Do not hesitate to contact your veterinarian to find out the ideal duration of daily activity.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"default__block container-fluid lg \">\n<p>We will remember all the same that the bare minimum is&nbsp;<strong>at least thirty minutes a day<\/strong>. Some breeds even need two hours of daily walks. Learn about these needs before adopting a dog.&nbsp;<strong>\u200d<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"default__block container-fluid lg \">\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Pay_attention_to_the_needs_of_your_dog_according_to_his_age\"><\/span>Pay attention to the needs of your dog according to his age<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"default__block container-fluid lg \">\n<p>A&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/www.dogchef.com\/en\/blog\/7-races-de-chiens-dexterieur\">large dog<\/a>&nbsp;is considered \u201cold\u201d around 5 years old, unlike&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/www.dogchef.com\/en\/blog\/10-races-de-petits-chiens-dappartement\">small dogs<\/a>&nbsp;which are considered \u201cold\u201d around 10 years old. It is therefore important to take this factor into account when taking your furry friend out. Indeed, an older dog will generally need shorter walks than&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/www.dogchef.com\/en\/blog\/comment-prendre-soin-de-mon-chien-age\">a younger dog<\/a>.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"default__block container-fluid lg \">\n<p>Also note that puppies are tired more quickly and that it will be necessary to take care to spare them in order to&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/catedog.com\/chien\/03-sante-chien\/05-maladies-de-lappareil-locomoteur-chien\/boiterie-chez-le-chien-boite\/\">avoid any problem<\/a>&nbsp;afterwards.<strong>\u200d<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"default__block container-fluid lg \">\n<p><em><strong>Good to know<\/strong><\/em><br><em><strong>To find out the ideal duration of physical activity for your puppy: multiply his age in months by 5. For example, if your puppy is 3 months old, he will need 15 minutes of activity a day. At four months, he will need 20 minutes of activity. At 5 months, 25 minutes, etc.<\/strong><\/em><em><strong>&nbsp;<\/strong><\/em><strong>\u200d<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"default__block container-fluid lg \">\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_happens_when_a_dog_doesnt_exercise_enough%E2%80%8D\"><\/span>What happens when a dog doesn&#8217;t exercise enough?\u200d<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"default__block container-fluid lg \">\n<p>When your dog does not get enough exercise, he is bored and very often becomes overweight (link) and has behavioural problems. He barks for no reason, eats your shoes,&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/www.dogchef.com\/en\/blog\/pourquoi-mon-chien-enterre-t-il-son-os\">makes holes<\/a>&nbsp;in the garden, runs away, etc. He will tend to do anything and everything to occupy his time and get your attention.&nbsp;<strong>\u200d<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"default__block container-fluid lg \">\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Is_opening_the_garden_gate_enough%E2%80%8D\"><\/span>Is opening the garden gate enough?\u200d<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"default__block container-fluid lg \">\n<p>The answer is definitely no. Even if we all agree that it is better (as far as possible) to let your dog spend his day outside, leaving him in the garden is not enough for him to exert himself and meet his social needs. The daily walk therefore remains an imperative to help your dog feel completely fulfilled and happy.<em><strong>\u200d<\/strong><\/em><\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"default__block container-fluid lg \">\n<p><em><b>What about you? How much time do you spend on going for walks? We look forward to reading your comments.<\/b><\/em><\/p>\n<\/div>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>\u201cI have a big garden so I don&#8217;t need to walk my dog\u201d Have you ever heard that somewhere? So have we! However, daily walks are important to ensure your dog&#8217;s health and well-being. For example, would you like to stay locked up all day at home? The answer will surely be no. 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