How many steps does a Rhodesian Ridgeback take on a walk?
An adult Rhodesian Ridgeback takes about 2,889 steps per mile. That's roughly 3,611 steps on a 30-minute walk at an easy 2.5 mph.
A Rhodesian Ridgeback counts as a senior from about 7 years old.
Walk tips
Walking a Rhodesian Ridgeback
Rhodesian Ridgebacks are athletic, independent dogs with lots of stamina for long walks and hikes. They have a strong chase instinct, so keep them on a secure leash outside fenced areas. Once fully grown, many enjoy running with their owners; check with your vet before adding running, especially for puppies and seniors.
At a glance
Rhodesian Ridgeback walking numbers
- Typical adult weight
- 79 lbs
- Size
- Large (55–100 lbs)
- Energy level
- High energy
- Daily walking goal
- 55 min · 2.3 mi · 2 walks
- Dog steps to hit the daily goal
- about 6,645
How we estimate
Why dogs take more steps than you
You take about 2,060 steps in a mile. Dogs walk on four legs with a shorter stride, so they take more, and smaller dogs take more still. Doggy Doo multiplies the steps you'd take over the same distance by a factor for your dog's size, then adjusts for age: puppies bound along with extra steps, and seniors slow down a little.
These are estimates, not a pedometer reading. They’re built to be consistent, so you can compare one week of walks with the next.
FAQ
Rhodesian Ridgeback walk questions
How many steps does a Rhodesian Ridgeback take on a walk?+
About 2,889 steps per mile for an adult Rhodesian Ridgeback, so roughly 3,611 steps on a 30-minute walk at an easy 2.5 mph. Puppies take more steps (about 3,301 per mile) and seniors fewer (about 2,682).
How much walking does a Rhodesian Ridgeback need a day?+
Doggy Doo starts a typical adult Rhodesian Ridgeback (high energy, large (55–100 lbs)) at about 55 minutes and 2.3 miles a day, split over 2 walks. Every dog is different, so check with your vet, especially for puppies and seniors.
How can I count my Rhodesian Ridgeback’s steps without a collar?+
Use your phone. Doggy Doo tracks the walk with your phone’s GPS and turns the distance into breed-adjusted dog steps for your Rhodesian Ridgeback, with no collar or tracker. It’s free on iPhone.
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