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How long to walk a Rhodesian Ridgeback

A general walk-length guideline for the Rhodesian Ridgeback, by age. Rhodesian Ridgebacks are a large-size, high-energy breed (typical adult weight 70–85 lb / 32–39 kg).

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Rhodesian Ridgeback at a glance

Ridgebacks are athletic hounds that mature slowly and need significant daily exercise.

  • 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.

Walking a Rhodesian Ridgeback

High energy energy level — general orientation

Athletic and built for endurance. As adults, they make great running partners but can be aloof and strong-willed. They tend to tolerate warm weather better than most large breeds, but are less enthusiastic in cold or wet weather.

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