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Is 3 walks enough for my senior dog with arthritis & kidney disease?

Updated On September 23rd, 2025

My dog is a 15 years old, Siberia husky. She has some arthritis in her hips and also kidney disease. I take her for 3 short walks every day. Short as in a walk around a block. I'm just wondering if that is enough excersize/ environmental stimulation for my old puppy.

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Answered By Dr. Melanie, BVSc MS

Veterinarian

Published on March 18th, 2017

I would exercise her at her pace. If she appears painful from her arthritis, then cut the walk short. I think any exercise she gets is great, and it's awesome you take her for three walks a day. I would keep up the good work!

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