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Walking the Dog
Borderlands 2

Walking the Dog

Need help with the 'Walking the Dog' side mission in Borderlands 2? Get a step-by-step walkthrough, tips, and reward info to complete this Torgue quest.

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Need help with the 'Walking the Dog' side mission in Borderlands 2? Get a step-by-step walkthrough, tips, and reward info to complete this Torgue quest.

Hey there, Vault Hunter! Ready to dive into another one of Torgue's... *unique* requests? This time, it's a side mission called "Walking the Dog." Don't worry, it's not as weird as it sounds, but it does involve some classic Borderlands action. We'll get you through it with no problem.

Walkthrough
  1. 1
    Head to the Dust: First things first, you need to make your way to an area called the Dust. This is a pretty big, open map, so keep an eye out for any landmarks or directions Torgue or Sir Reginald give you. It's a good idea to have a vehicle ready for this one, as there's a lot of ground to cover.
  2. 2
    Find Sir Reginald: Once you're in the Dust, you'll need to locate Sir Reginald. He's the quest giver for this little adventure. He'll be waiting for you, probably with a rather dramatic introduction. Listen closely to what he needs you to do.
  3. 3
    Hunt the Skags: Sir Reginald wants you to take care of some Skags. Specifically, he's got a problem with them and wants you to hunt down a certain number of them. You'll see a counter on your screen showing how many you've taken down. Just blast away at any Skags you encounter in the area. They're pretty common, so this shouldn't take too long.
  4. 4
    Locate the Alpha Skag: After you've dealt with the regular Skags, Sir Reginald will tell you about a particularly nasty Alpha Skag. This is the main target you need to bring back. It'll be tougher than the others, so be prepared for a bit of a fight. Keep an eye on your minimap for any indicators that might point you towards its location. Sometimes these Alphas have a slightly different appearance or are surrounded by more regular Skags.
  5. 5
    Bring Back the Head: Once you've successfully defeated the Alpha Skag, you'll need to grab its head. Yes, you read that right – its head. It'll likely be a lootable item right where you defeated it. Pick it up, and then it's time to head back to Sir Reginald to turn in the mission.
Tips
  • The Dust is a big place! Make sure you have a vehicle to get around faster.
  • Skags can be a bit jumpy and attack in groups. Keep your shields up and try to use cover when you can.
  • The Alpha Skag might have some special attacks or be more resistant to certain damage types. Experiment with your weapons to find what works best.
  • Don't forget to loot everything! You never know what good gear you might find.

Completing "Walking the Dog" will net you some experience points and probably some cash. You might also get a piece of gear as a reward, depending on your level. Torgue always likes it when you get your hands dirty!

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