Dog Walking Calculator: Calculate how long and how far to walk your dog each day based on age, energy, and health for a happy, active pet.
Dog Walking Calculator
Precise calorie tracking with terrain, load, and surface factors.
Basic Information
lbs
kg
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55 lbs
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30 min
5 min
120 min
Leisure Stroll
Sniffing / Puppy (2 mph)
Brisk Walk
Standard Exercise (3.5 mph)
Trot / Hike
Vigorous / Working (5 mph)
Advanced Conditions
Flat Road
Standard (0%)
Hills
Moderate Grade (5-10%)
Steep / Incline
High Elevation (15%+)
No Load
Just collar/leash
Light Pack
Service dog / Vest (~10%)
Heavy Load
Backpacking / Draft (~20%)
Hard Surface
Asphalt / Dirt Path
Soft Surface
Sand / Snow / Mud
Total Calories Burned
145
kcal
Distance
1.8
miles
To Burn 500 kcal
~3.5
walks
Energy Breakdown
Base MET
3.5
Total Multiplier
1.3x
Adjusted MET
4.6
*Note: Advanced calculations apply MET coefficients for load and terrain. Soft surfaces and steep inclines significantly increase metabolic cost. Always monitor your dog for fatigue or overheating. Consult a vet for intense conditioning programs.