My 8-month-old puppy walks 2 miles. When can we go further or hike?

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Jack is 8 months old and we take regular walks. To date the furthest he’s gone is about 2 miles. How far is ‘safe’ for a pup his wage, when can I increase walk length, and when can I start including him in more vigorous activities like hikes and off trail walking? Pet's info: Dog | Miniature Poodle | Male | neutered | 7 months and 30 days old | 15 lbs

Angel Alvarado, LVT · Accepted Answer

If he can walk 2 miles with you, you can try more vigorous exercise. Begin with short hikes and watch for lameness or exercise intolerance. Being a smaller dog, you can carry him to give him a break when needed.

My 8-month-old puppy walks 2 miles. When can we go further or hike?

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