How long to walk a German Shepherd
A general walk-length guideline for the German Shepherd, by age. German Shepherds are a large-size, very-high-energy breed (typical adult weight 50–90 lb).
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German Shepherd at a glance
Shepherds are working dogs that thrive on mental plus physical activity — many owners pair walks with light training.
- Puppy (~4 mo)General guideline: about 20 min per walk, 2× a day (~5 min per month of age).
- AdultTypically 60–120 min per walk, 2× a day, adjusted to the individual dog.
General guideline only: about 5 minutes per month of age. Adjust to your dog and consult your veterinarian.
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