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How often and for how long can my puppy safely use a treadmill?

Updated On September 23rd, 2025

Pet's info: Dog | Cane Corso | Male | unneutered | | 54 lbs

Dear team, I have purchased a treadmill for my puppy. I have few questions regarding exercise. 1) how many times in a day should i bring my puppy on treadmill for a walk and run? 2) for how long? Regards

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Answered By Destini R. Holloway, DVM

Veterinarian

Published on April 12th, 2018

Thanks for visiting Petco Pet Education Center, formerly Petcoach. There may be some variation here depending on who you ask, but a board certified trainer informed me that puppies are still growing so they shouldn’t over do it when it comes to high impact sports and activities, and should only run for roughly 20 mins twice daily. Once she is done growing (around 1.5 years of age), Roxy should be able to exercise roughly 30-45 mins twice daiy max. Also pay attention to your pets signs (excessive panting, slowing down, labored breathing, etc) and know when she has had enough. I hope this helps! Take care of that fur baby.

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