The Great Dog Walk Challenge – Forthglade

The daily dog walk is in decline

I know, we can't believe it either but it's true. New research shows the average daily dog walk is over in less than 20 minutes, whilst 58% of British dog owners have admitted to not walking their dog as often or for as long as they should.

Join us in our campaign to encourage longer and more mindful dog walking across the UK, for happier, healthier dogs and owners!

take up the 6 week dog walk challenge

We want to help you re-discover the joy of walking, providing practical advice on how to reap the benefits of longer, more frequent, and more mindful dog walks. Over six weeks we will help gradually establish a new daily routine.

take the challenge

most of us really want to get out more with our dogs...

Walking our dogs makes us feel happier, helps us meet new people and encourages more talking time with family and friends. Through Forthglade’s The Great Dog Walk Challenge, we want to help you re-discover the joy of walking.

most of us really want to get out more with our dogs...

Walking our dogs makes us feel happier, helps us meet new people and encourages more talking time with family and friends. Through Forthglade’s The Great Dog Walk Challenge, we want to help you re-discover the joy of walking.

Britain’s top 25 dog-friendly woodland walks

Our friends at The Woodland Trust have close to 1000 dog-friendly woods across the UK that are perfect for walks with your four-legged friend – take a look at our favourites.

Britain’s top 25 dog-friendly woodland walks

Our friends at The Woodland Trust have close to 1000 dog-friendly woods across the UK that are perfect for walks with your four-legged friend – take a look at our favourites.

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our experts

more advice and tips

Steve Leonard

TV vet with over 20 years experience, and a patron of Painted Dog Conservation

Adam Henson

Perhaps the best-known farmer in the UK, TV presenter & lifelong dog owner

Dr Carri Westgarth

Dog walking expert and Lecturer in Human Animal Interaction at the University of Liverpool

ingredients for healthier living

The healthier we eat the better we look and feel, and it’s no different for our canine companions. Feeding a well-balanced wholesome diet, free from junk and fillers will help support your dog’s overall health and wellbeing. The natural recipes contain only the finest quality ingredients, vitamins & minerals and are gently cooked to lock in all the goodness, ensuring a nutritionally balanced diet for optimum health.

latest news

see the latest news on our campaign

5 steps to mindful walking

Find out how you can achieve and benefit from more mindful dog walks in just 5 days

NEW research

63% of dog owners use their mobile whilst out walking. Click below for more info

Our Mindfulness Experts

Clinical Psychologist Linda Blair and Certified Animal Behaviourist Caroline Wilkinson

Customer Love

What our customers are saying about why their dog walks are so special to them

Recall Training

Advice from Dr Carrie Westgarth on how to teach your dog to come back to you

Responsible Dog Walking

Check out our top tips for walking your dog responsibly in the great outdoors

Loose Lead Walking

Dr Carrie’s top advice for teaching your dog to avoiding pulling on the lead