Daily walks are highly recommended with Great Danes and offer mental stimulation, socialization and fitness for a dog just perfectly. A half hour to 1-hour walk should be planned at least once a day.
How far should you walk a Great Dane puppy?
A 5-15 minute walk around the block is appropriate for puppies under 6 months of age. From 6-12 months of age you can start building up distance but no more than 30 minutes of forced exercise per day.
How much exercise do Great Dane puppies need?
Great Danes need a minimum of two hours of exercise every day to burn off their excess energy and help keep them in shape. We'd recommend spreading this across the day rather than trying to do two hours in one go.
How far should a Great Dane walk?
Great Danes require moderately long walks two to three times per day, and a play session or two in the yard or a room with plenty of space. It's important not to over-exercise Great Danes, especially when they are puppies and their bones and joints are still developing.
What age can you start walking a Great Dane puppy?
Big dogs like Great Danes and St. Bernards shouldn't take long walks until they're at least eight months old (but several short walks is OK).
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