Will irregular dog walks shorten my dog's life or affect health?

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I take my dog on walk not on regular basis i take him like continuous 5days then 3 days off then 2days then 2 days off like this so the way i take him on walk if walking will be like this only the way i take him will that going to decrease his life span and make his life and him to live shorter? Pet's info: Dog | German Shepherd | Male | unneutered | 1 year and 8 months old

Dr. Macartney, BVet Med, MRCVS · Accepted Answer

The good standard of exercise for dogs depends on breed, size and age. Given that Bruno is very young and a larger active breed, the best recommendation would be two 30 minute walks per day. This will help keep his heart, muscles and other organs in best working order. Exercise also helps to promote mental health in dogs. The reality is that it can be very difficult to manage daily exercise. So, although it is the best recommendation, it seems like you are walking Bruno a fair amount. If he seems happy and healthy I would continue to just do the best you can. Keep the goal of a daily walk in mind, even if it's very short, but also know that some excercise is better then no exercise. If you can't manage a walk everyday, outdoor time in parks, or socialising with other dogs, will also benefit Bruno.

Will irregular dog walks shorten my dog's life or affect health?

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