Short dog walks vs long dog walks

Internet arguments love extremes. Your dog needs a mix.

Short walks win when

• It is hot or pouring
• You have a puppy or senior
• You need the streak more than the mileage

Long walks win when

• Your dog has energy to burn
• The weather is kind
• You can include sniffing, not only marching

Quality check

How long should a walk be still comes back to recovery and demeanour. Patch can log either length; loops help short walks punch above their weight via one extra turn.

Try it on your next walk

Download Patch free on iOS or Android. Tap once when you leave, walk as normal, and see what ground your dog claims.