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When can my nursing dog safely resume walks after having puppies?

Updated On September 23rd, 2025

Pet's info: Dog | German Shepherd | Female | unspayed | 1 year and 3 months old | 59 lbs

My dog is a nursing dog when i can start taking her out for a walk again ?

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Answered By Ana M, DVM

Veterinarian

Published on April 6th, 2018

Thank you for submitting your question. I wouldn't start taking her out until the pups are 2-3 weeks of age. Then I would base if off of if she is interested in going or not. Time the walk after she has nursed and cleaned the pups. Go slow as you will need to gradually build her endurance back up. Be sure to provide her with free choice high quality puppy food and all the water she wants. I hope this information helps!

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