Chore guide
Walk the dog
Walk the dog on its leash and pick up after it.
- 2 stars
- Ages 8 to 12
- Daily
- Outdoor and pets
From about age 8, children can walk a calm family dog with a grown-up, and later on their own on familiar routes if they can control the dog and cross roads safely.
Try this week with your kids
Noki suggests a first week of quests and rewards for your kids. You change what you like before you start.
Why it matters
Walking the dog gets kids outside, builds responsibility and strengthens the bond with their pet.
Steps for kids
- Put on the dog's leash and take poop bags.
- Hold the leash firmly with both hands.
- Walk on the sidewalk and stop at every road.
- Pick up after your dog and use a bin.
- Give your dog water when you get home.
How to teach it by age
- Ages 7 to 8
Hold the leash with a grown-up walking beside them.
- Ages 9 to 10
Lead short walks with a grown-up nearby.
- Ages 11 to 12
Walk a calm dog alone on a familiar route, if you agree it is safe.
