As a personal trainer, business owner, and owner of a Husky/malamute mix, I have no issues walking with your pet for as long as you need when I am in-between clients! I will spend extra time if your dog is friendly with mine and can walk them both at the same time! (My dog doesn't have an aggressive bone in her body.) We walk at the dog park or around town about 7 miles a day, and wouldn't mind if we had a buddy along! :)) I am also able to drop in and simply let the dogs out and make sure they have food and water if that is all they require. I'll even make your dog an egg or two if they prefer to eat home cooked meals! (You provide the eggs and pan, though!)