Sophoria Academy – Dog Walk And Run Cycle

Learning how to animate a Dog Walk Cycle in Maya is an essential step for mastering quadruped locomotion. From foot placement to stride rhythm, you’ll discover how to create a natural and convincing dog walk.

Instructor Jonathan Symmonds, a senior creature animator with over 20 years of industry experience, guides you through biomechanics, curve refinement, and efficient workflows for animating realistic four-legged motion.

The dog rig and lighting scene are included, helping you finish with a polished walk cycle ready for your demo reel.