'I'm a vet and you need to walk your dog for certain amount of time each day'

'I'm a vet and you need to walk your dog for certain amount of time each day'A vet has confirmed dogs should be walked for a certain amount of time each day. According to Dr Nicole Rous, there's vital information pet owners need to knowCommentsLifestyleKatie-Ann Gupwell Content Editor08:06, 23 Apr 2026View ImageDogs should be walked for a certain amount of time each day (stock image)(Image: Getty Images)If you have a dog, you'll know all too well how important it is to take it for a walk, but you may not realise there's a certain amount of time you should be walking your pooch each day. After all, dogs love going outside and getting some fresh air, but you need to ensure they get enough of it.‌Luckily for us, Dr Nicole Rous has shared some expert advice to tell people exactly what they need to know. She posted a TikTok video detailing what people should be aware of, and it's essential pet lovers absorb the guidance.‌It's not the first time the topic has been brought to people's attention either. Previously, it was also confirmed how many minutes you should walk your dog for each day.‌The vet said: "The rules are different for puppies and for adult dogs. There is a great rule of thumb for puppies - it's five minutes per month of life, and you can do this twice a day."So, if you have a four-month-old puppy, four times five is 20, looking at exercising for 20 minutes twice a day. That includes walks and things like that, but it also includes exercise in the back yard and games you're playing."Adult dogs average 30 to 60 minutes a day, but this one's variable. So, if you've got a really active breed like a Border Collie, you're probably looking at one to two hours.‌"If you've got a more sedentary breed, you might be looking at two 20 minute walks a day rather than the full hour. Now, for senior dogs, we're at a similar level - 30 to 60 minutes, but the type of exercise is...