Walking Shoes...definitely related to owning a Corgi!

Okay, this may seem unrelated to Corgi's, but I think we all know that owning a Corgi means walking, and lots of it!
I walk Grover for a mile in the morning and mile in the evening. During the summer we sometimes do 2 in the evening, depending on the weather. His walking takes place rain or shine...or snow...or ice...you get the picture. He just has to have his walk or he's a TOTAL nut!
So, because I didn't really get a lot of exercise before getting a dog, I just had your run of the mill Nikes, nothing special. Well, almost a year of walking/jogging at least 2 miles a day has made me think I need to invest in a more comfortable walking/jogging shoe. I have hiking boots, they rock. But I want something light weight and comfortable.
Any suggestions? I know many people here walk daily too and have been doing it longer than me. What do you guys look for a in good all-weather, dog-walking-running shoe?

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Permalink Reply by Susan Stanton on February 26, 2009 at 7:51pm

Hi G&S. I actually have both -- I have the closed ones for fall/winter, and the open sandal type for summer. Which reminds me, where ARE my Keenes? The snow is melting, it's time to break them out! YAY!

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Permalink Reply by Parker on February 27, 2009 at 6:01pm

You guys are awesome! I've looked at the Keenes and I think that's what I'll be getting. I'm not sure if they have them at the outdoor store here, but I'll be out looking tomorrow. I don't want to buy them online because I want to test them out first.
It's amazing how much getting a dog can change your life if you do it right. I've lost 15 pounds almost since last April when we got Grover! And I spend a lot more time outside enjoying my back yard! It's great!
I'm also going to look at the FitFlops! I own a pair of Chacos and a several pairs of Tevas. I love them both, but Chacos aren't the best for walking on concrete, I think. And Tevas can really be hard on your arches.

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Permalink Reply by Geri & Sidney on March 2, 2009 at 1:26am

I found a pair of Keen shoes (sandals) at the Nordstrom's Rack in San Marcos California. They were just me size and, the icing on the cake, they were on clearance! I got $99 shoes for $32! Thanks for the tip on these...I can't wait to try them out.