He is a pretty laid-back dog and seems to be getting enough exercise. I just want to make sure that I'm not forcing him to hold it too much during the day.
2007-01-15 12:49:01 · 9 answers · asked by Suzannah F 1 in Pets ➔ Dogs
Your walk schedule is great! and, Thanks so much for adopting an older dog. My sheltie is almost 15 now, so you should have plenty of years with your new friend.
Do make sure to take him out one more time for a quick pee right before bedtime...
Congrats and you sound like an excellent owner!
Blessings- dd
2007-01-15 13:14:12 · answer #1 · answered by dedum 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I walk my Little pug three times a day but make sure you find a place when your little sheltie can let it rip in a large yard or field they are herding dogs and are well behaved but still need that run once in a while they are beautiful dogs with good spirit I had one as a young lady and little Flower still lives in my heart
2007-01-15 12:58:17 · answer #2 · answered by wildirishrose19522000 5 · 1⤊ 0⤋
I have 2 Miniature Pinschers, ages 9 & 11, and I do about the same thing!
During the work week, I walk them in the morning, during lunch, when I get home from work, then before I go to bed.
On the weekends, when I can see them more, I walk them 3 times. In the morning, later in the afternoon, then before I go to bed.
I do it 4 times during the week b/c I'm awake (as are they) longer.
2007-01-15 12:53:48 · answer #3 · answered by Lizzie T 2 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Lucky dog. He's good with 3 walks. I have a 4 year old Wheaton & she gets 3 walks a day as well.
2007-01-15 12:56:04 · answer #4 · answered by Lucy 5 · 2⤊ 0⤋
I don't think he is haveing to hold it too much. He would let you know. Do you have a fenced-in yard where he could just play? My sheltied absolutely loved to play ... she would go out and stay out for a couple of hours and amuse herself the entire time.
2007-01-15 12:52:32 · answer #5 · answered by istitch2 6 · 3⤊ 0⤋
I would say that you're walking him plenty. He's lucky to have an owner how enjoys walking him.
Being eight years old though I would just tell you to keep an eye on him. If he has the energy then walk him, if he doesn't seem to want to go then you shouldn't force him.
2007-01-15 12:52:58 · answer #6 · answered by Digital Haruspex 5 · 2⤊ 0⤋
I think its good as long as its every 4 hours. You seem to be caring for your dog well.
2007-01-15 12:55:05 · answer #7 · answered by Sky 5 · 2⤊ 0⤋
for 8 years old thats good, thats even good for a puppie who has alot of energy
2007-01-15 12:52:32 · answer #8 · answered by Anonymous · 2⤊ 0⤋
yes thats enough. i walk my golden retriever 5 times a week!!
2007-01-15 12:51:59 · answer #9 · answered by Anonymous · 2⤊ 0⤋