How much exercise does my dog need? Guides for 100 breeds
Adult activity planning ranges, puppy guidance, the best activities, and weather tips for 100 breeds and mixes. These are starting points to adapt to your dog, not daily mileage requirements. Not sure of the breed? Use the walk calculator with size and energy instead.
Walk time, distance and an example day
Explore practical walking routines for small companions, active mixes, terriers and large breeds. Each expanded guide explains its sources and how community walking data differs from an exercise recommendation.
Walking guideSheepadoodleWalks, active play and learning for an Old English Sheepdog–Poodle mix.Walking guideMiniature PinscherTwo short walks, secure play and a practical routine for an energetic Min Pin.Walking guideBull TerrierStructured walks and shared games for a playful, strong terrier.Walking guideMalteseShort neighborhood walks and indoor games, with a simple 25-minute example.Walking guideDogue de BordeauxComfortable walks, heat precautions and the limits of a general activity range.Walking guideAmerican Staffordshire TerrierShared games, leash skills and an example day for an athletic AmStaff.Walking guideMaltipooTwo short walks, indoor play and a practical routine for a small companion dog.Walking guideAussiedoodleBalance walks, active games and a job for a busy Australian Shepherd–Poodle mix.Walking guideBichon FriseShort walks and playful breaks, with a simple example day and puppy guidance.Walking guideGreat PyreneesModerate walks and exploration for a large guardian dog, with care in warm weather.Walking guideCane CorsoStructured walks, active play and training for a powerful working companion.Walking guideJack Russell TerrierGive a busy terrier walks, safe games and something to think about.Walking guideToy PoodleShort walks, distance explained, and a 35-minute example day with play.Walking guideCavapooA flexible walking routine for a Cavalier–Poodle cross, with time to sniff and play.Walking guideCavalier King Charles SpanielDaily walks, a healthy-adult example, and when heart health changes the plan.
Popular breeds
Low energyFrench Bulldog30–45 minutes a dayHigh energyLabrador Retriever60–90 minutes a dayHigh energyGolden Retriever60–90 minutes a dayHigh energyGerman Shepherd60–90 minutes a dayHigh energyStandard Poodle60–90 minutes a dayModerate energyDachshund30–60 minutes a dayHigh energyBeagle60–90 minutes a dayHigh energyRottweiler60–90 minutes a dayVery low energyBulldog20–30 minutes a dayVery high energyGerman Shorthaired Pointer90–120 minutes a dayHigh energyPembroke Welsh Corgi45–60 minutes a dayVery high energyAustralian Shepherd90–120 minutes a day