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How many steps does your dog need? Free calculator

The generic 10,000 steps was never measured on dogs. Pawmi's calculator starts from your dog's breed, age, weight and health and returns a daily step goal built on peer-reviewed canine research — the same formula the app runs every night.

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How the number is calculated

  • Breed energy level and airway type (flat-faced breeds get a lower, safer target)
  • Age: a gradual ramp for puppies, a taper for seniors
  • Weight against the breed's healthy range
  • Health conditions — 20 modelled, from arthritis to heart disease

Popular breeds and their daily goal

All 370+ breeds

Calculator questions

Is the calculator free?

Yes. No account, no card. The app adds tracking, reminders and a goal that updates as your dog grows.

How accurate is it?

The formula is calibrated within ±5 % of the medians of leading activity trackers across 14 popular breeds, and refined with 50+ studies. It is guidance for healthy dogs, not veterinary advice.

What if I don't know the breed?

Pick the closest match by size and enter the weight — weight and age carry most of the result for mixed breeds.

Can I get the number without the app?

Yes — the result screen shows it right here, and you can email the plan to yourself.

Guidance for healthy adult dogs. Always follow your vet's advice for medical conditions.