How much exercise for a puppy?

[dragondawg]

Would you really consider her a large breed? She'll most likely be 40-50 lbs full grown.

I called the vets office and she said that was perfectly fine, I didn't talk to the actual vet though, just the receptionist.



Are you meaning when the dog was 2 months--8 weeks? I can't imagine getting a pup to walk that far, neither Keva or Nebo would even walk all the way down the street on a leash at that age.

Walk? Try running as in constant motion. Or jumping off the dock into the water at about 10 weeks.

[CathyBogart]

Really VIGOROUS exercise is not recommended for growing pups. Leisurely walks, or even brisk walks, aren't exactly vigorous. Now, if you were running with her for a couple of miles a day, that might be tough on growing joints. I think an hour long walk would be fine, especially since she's not acting tired out by it.

[borzoimom]

I agree. I walk as long as its easy- ie not forced. Several short walks would be better than a long one. Remembering you have to walk back home again- .. Puppies have alot of exercise in the house, especially if you have other dogs. And not only is that play fun, it uses alot of different muscles without repetition.