07/06/2025
💗 Not all dogs need long walks!
Some breeds do better with short, sniffy sessions in enclosed spaces where they can explore at their own pace. 🐾
Here are some dogs who benefit more from sniff time than step count:
🌸 Basset Hound – Low to the ground, big on sniffing! Heavy-bodied and prefers to meander.
🌷 Bulldog (English & French) – Brachycephalic (flat-faced) and prone to overheating. Short strolls are safest.
🌸 Shih Tzu – Small, delicate, and not built for endurance. Loves to sniff and relax.
🌷 Cavalier King Charles Spaniel – A gentle companion who enjoys slow-paced exploring.
🌸 Great Dane – Giant breed with surprising laziness. Needs space to roam, not marathon walks.
🌷 Chow Chow – Independent and not a fan of long exercise. Benefits from slow, sniffy freedom.
🌸 Pekingese – Tiny and flat-faced; struggles with long or hot walks. Prefers calm sniffs in safe spaces.
🌷 Newfoundland – Gentle giant who tires quickly and thrives with space to explore gently.
🌸 Lhasa Apso – Small, sturdy, and prefers relaxed adventures over speed walks.
🌷 Retired Greyhound – Sprinter, not a long-distance walker. Loves short bursts of freedom.
🌸 Border Terrier – Curious and full of character! Needs secure off-lead time to sniff, dig, and explore safely.
✅ Whether due to size, breathing issues, age, or breed traits, these dogs often benefit more from enrichment over exertion.
💞 An enclosed dog field offers freedom, safety, and sniffing galore — the best combo for body and brain. 🐶
Sniff more, rush less. Let dogs be dogs. 🌸🐾
