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How much playtime should a 5 month old puppy get?

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In fact, when it comes to continuous puppy walking a good rule of thumb is that puppies should have no more than 5 minutes of exercise for each month of age, two times a day. So a five-month-old puppy would have no more than 25 minutes walking twice a day – and this should be decreased in larger breeds.


How many hours a day does a 5 month old puppy need?

The exact amount of hours can vary depending on the size and breed of your pup, but an acceptable amount is between 15 and 18 hours scattered throughout the day.

What should my puppy be doing at 5 months old?

By 5 months, your puppy's house training should be well established, and she should be able to wait longer between trips outside. She will average four to six trips daily and gradually decrease to three or four as she enters adulthood. During this period of physical development, your dog will mature sexually.

How much time should I spend playing with my puppy?

One of the most popular answers to how long a puppy should exercise per day is 5 minutes for every month of age. This means an eight-week-old puppy should get 40 minutes of exercise in. This is a good starting point, but not all dogs are the same.

How much playtime does a 6 month old puppy need?

By 6 months you should be taking your puppy on long walks, running in the park or playing fetch at least once every day. As your pup grows up into puppy adolescence it is extremely crucial to provide exercise and stimulation on a daily basis.

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