{"id":22295,"date":"2026-04-29T13:43:18","date_gmt":"2026-04-29T13:43:18","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/osmaps.com\/discover\/guides\/\/"},"modified":"2026-04-30T20:24:07","modified_gmt":"2026-04-30T20:24:07","slug":"best-dog-breeds-for-hiking","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/osmaps.com\/discover\/guides\/best-dog-breeds-for-hiking\/","title":{"rendered":"Which Breed of Dogs are Best for Hiking?"},"content":{"rendered":"\n\t\t
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What breed of dogs make the best hiking companions?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Of course, every dog is individual in terms of personality, fitness and ability, but some breeds are naturally better suited to long days in the hills than others. In this article we look at a number of different dog breeds and talk to our OS Staff members and OS Champions about their own dogs and what makes them a good hiking buddy.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Are you looking to start hiking with your dog?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

While many dogs are capable hikers, they still need time to build up strength and stamina, just as people do. Longer routes and steeper terrain should be introduced gradually, allowing you to assess how your dog copes with distance, elevation, terrain and recovery.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

As dogs age, joint health, fatigue and rest time become increasingly important considerations, and walks may need to be adapted to suit. With OS Maps<\/a> you can filter from 1000’s of routes for distance, check elevation, find stiles en route and look out for natural water sources. It’s the perfect tool for you and your dog to find great walks together.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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That said, all dogs benefit from regular, varied exercise regardless of breed or age. One of the simple joys of walking with a dog is that (unlike humans) they are largely unconcerned with the pressures of daily life and are content with the chance to just get outside.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Regular time outdoors is well proven to support both physical and mental health, for people as well as dogs. While most dog owners understand the importance of daily walks for their dog, we often don’t realise how important they are for us too. <\/p>\n\n\n\n\t\t

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