How much exercise?

Question

I have a 4 month old mutt (toy breed mix). She weighs all of 4 lbs. How much exercise should she be getting per day? A walk around the block seems to really tire us both out, due to her wanting to explore everthing she sees.

Answer 1

If she seems tired after a walk around the block, then that's good enough for her. Can you maybe take her twice a day though? Also, just play ball or something with her in the yard so she gets some running in.

Answer 2

Since she is only 4 Ibs she's doesn't have to have a walk every single day-only if she really wants to or has alot of excess energy..playing with her might be enough..My little 5 Ibs Yorkie girl i had for 15 yrs was fine without walks-she would rather run around the house. But your dog being young, she might require more exercise than that..It depends on how she acts in the house..is she destructive or running around in circles?? That would mean she's bord and needs to use up her excess energy. If she acts fine and calm inside, don't worry about it. As far as walking, you just need to let her know you are the boss-these little dogs will become tyrants if not shown that early on..keep moving when you walk...don't drag her, but urge her and gently tug. Or pick her up and move her a few feet further-then keep walking..it will work eventually..

Answer 3

If she is only 4 lbs then she will not need much exercise. Just runing and getting toys or what not. A walk around the block is good too but you won't need to do that every day unless you want too.

Answer 4

This is going to depend on the puppy. Now is the time to start teaching leash manners. Most people laugh when I say something like that but it means they don't check everything out and they walk ahead of you on a leash without pulling. It could be a bit much for her since she is so small and you don't want to over develop the muscles. Most people walk a pet once a day and amounts vary by size of pet. And play with them, which playtime is still exercise. But with playtime she is learning what is appropriate play and not. Don't push too soon. She will soon be walking the block with you before you know it. I have a 7 month old german sheph. He started with 1/2 a block at 8 weeks old. But now he walks about 1/2 a mile a day. But I am also doing agility training. He also plays with my kids and my husband in the evenings. But this would be too much for your little dog. Just watch for when they start to tire.

Answer 5

Enough that keeps her from getting fat - seriously, your vet will tell you if she needs more. To be aroebic, you should walk over 15 minutes. Keep her moving, too, not letting her stop too long to sniff at things, for it to have real exercise benefits. Also, this teachs her you are her leader & you control the walk, which will help in other ways. Good luck!