A daily walk is necessary for Golden Retrievers not just to release some excess energy. But it also helps stimulate your dog's mind with sounds, sight and smells he encounter during the walk. Dogs like routine, so try scheduling the walk around the same time each day.
Do Golden Retrievers need to be walked everyday?
Goldens were developed as a sporting breed able to handle a day's hunting routinely. They need to have hard consistent exercise daily (20-30 minutes twice a day is usually sufficient) or they may have difficulty adjusting to the “calm house pet” role expected by most owners.
How many walks a day does a Golden Retriever need?
It takes your dog's breed and age into account, and you can even adjust it based on veterinary advice. That said, most healthy adult Golden Retrievers will need at least 90 minutes of high-quality exercise every day.
What happens if you don't walk your Golden Retriever?
Why You Should Exercise Your Golden Retriever Like us, goldens need exercise to stay fit and healthy. Goldens who don't receive enough exercise may become bored and destructive. Even adult goldens may chew the wrong items like your furniture and dig in your garden when under-exercised.
How long do you need to walk a Golden Retriever?
Your Golden Retriever will need a minimum of two hours of good exercise per day. It's best to spread this out across the day and include walks and lots of running, with extra playtime and training on top. You can find out how much exercise your dog needs, or even find exercises you can do together.
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