Dogs For An Apartment: Best Breeds, Small And Medium, Photo

2024 Author: Bailey Albertson | [email protected]. Last modified: 2024-01-17 22:26

Best dogs for an apartment: TOP-15 breeds

The choice of a pet is a responsible and very important matter. After all, by purchasing a pet, you get one more family member who requires special care and attention.

Content

• 1 How to choose the right dog for an apartment

• 2 Table: 15 most popular dog breeds for apartments

  2.1 Photo gallery: an overview of the best "apartment" dog breeds

How to choose the right dog for an apartment

Many, acquiring a pet for themselves, start from newfangled trends. But they do not even think to take into account the main aspects, which are fundamental and in the future determine the comfortable coexistence of owners and dogs on the same territory.

The main criteria for choosing a "room" breed of dogs:

1. Dimensions. It is best to choose a small or medium-sized pet for keeping in an apartment. These dogs get along well in confined spaces.
2. Character and temperament. For living quarters, kind, calm dogs that are easy to train are best suited. In addition, it is best to choose silent pets that will not bother neighbors with their constant whining and barking.
3. Moulting tendency. Almost all dogs shed, but some more, some less. And if the long wool is easy to clean and collect, then the short one is hammered into the upholstered furniture and carpets.
4. Drooling. Some dog breeds are prone to salivation, so be prepared for their saliva all over the place. This means that they are not suitable for squeamish people.
5. Attitude towards children. If there are children in the apartment, then it is worth choosing peace-loving dogs that are not capable of harming the kids. It is worth giving up fighting and hunting breeds.
6. The ability to experience loneliness. This applies to those owners who are regularly absent for a long time. The dog from loneliness will begin to whine, bark, tear furniture. It is better to refuse to buy a puppy altogether if you are only at home for a couple of hours a day.

And also when choosing a dog, it is necessary to take into account the nature and lifestyle of the owner himself, the size of the apartment and financial capabilities. The latter will be needed not only for purchasing a puppy, but for caring for him.

Spaniel, although a small dog, is not suitable for keeping in an apartment, due to its active and noisy lifestyle

My friend's father is an avid hunter, so hunting dogs are not uncommon in their two-room apartment. They currently have two spaniels that are three years old. Since her father and mother are working people, every day they take their pets to their parents in a private house, where spaniels run all day in the yard.

Table: 15 most popular dog breeds for apartments

Dog breed	The size	Features of the coat. Shedding tendency	The character / temperament of the dog	Care features	Is it possible to keep in the apartment where the child lives	Noise level
Yokshire terrier	Weight - 2.3-3.1kg. Growth is not indicated by the standard.	A long-haired animal with a hair structure similar to human hair. Does not cause allergic reactions. Dogs do not shed. The coat can fall out when combing or mechanical damage.	brave; curious; very active; companionable (companion dog); needs constant attention; the "Napoleon complex" is inherent, therefore it can growl at passers-by, dogs and birds.	no need for daily walks; regular washing of wool; haircut once every 2-3 months; daily brushing of wool. In winter, it is necessary to put on outerwear and boots for the dog;	Dogs, especially puppies, are very fragile, so the child can harm the pet with one awkward movement.	Barks, whines when left alone at home.
Miniature poodle	Height - 25–35cm, weight - 4–6kg.	Does not fade. The coat is hypoallergenic, odorless.	smart; kind; active; companion dog; very sensitive to changes in the owner's mood and disorder in the house.	daily combing; washing wool - once every 2-3 weeks; walks - 2 times a day for at least an hour.	Perhaps, since the dog is non-aggressive and easily gets along with other animals and children. But it will be quite difficult for the dog to endure the mess that the baby is happy with.	It is prone to lingering barking.
Bichon Frize	Height - 30cm, weight - 3-6kg.	Does not fade.	friendly; active; playful; we teach quickly; cannot stand loneliness, begins to spoil furniture and master's slippers; companion dog.	there is no need for daily walking; daily combing of wool; washing once every 4 months.	Maybe.	Whines and barks when left alone. And also with loud barking the dog can express various emotions.
Beagle - hunting dog	Height - 33-40cm, weight - 8-18kg.	Molting falls in the spring-summer.	does not tolerate loneliness; stubborn; energetic; hardy; loves noisy companies.	the need for regular trips out of town, where the pet can frolic without a leash; combing wool 1-2 times a week (every day during shedding); no need for frequent washing.	Get along well with children.	Barks loudly.
Pomeranian	Height - 18-22cm, weight - 1.4-3.2kg.	Molting twice a year.	stubborn; active; curious; friendly.	daily long walks and outdoor activities; washing no more than 1-2 times a month.	Gets along well with children. But if the child is a little prankster, then it is better to refuse to acquire such a pet.	Likes to bark loudly.
French Bulldog	Height - 30–35 cm, weight - 8–14 kg.	The coat is short, odorless, so it does not create any special problems during shedding.	companion; lazy and inactive; does not like loneliness; loving.	regular communication; constant short walks; bathing on demand; combing wool 1-2 times a week. This breed of dogs is characterized by increased salivation, and they must also be dressed at low temperatures.	Get along well with children. May become defensive if the child offends him	Rarely barks, but snores. Prone to flatulence.
Pekingese	Height - 23cm, weight - up to 5kg.	Abundant molt twice a year.	selfish; friendly; non-aggressive; inactive; proud and arrogant.	no need for long walks; regular haircuts; daily combing; bathing with shampoo 2-3 times a year.	Doesn't get along well with children	Noisy enough and can play and frolic whenever he pleases.
Papillon	Height - 20-28cm, weight - 3-5kg.	Moderate molting twice a year.	optimist; extrovert; power-hungry; easily tolerates loneliness; active.	daily walking twice a day; combing a couple of times a week; bathing as it gets dirty.	He plays with children with pleasure.	Barks loudly.
Chihuahua	Height - 15-23cm, weight - 2.5-3kg.	Molting is low.	curious; friendly; brave; active; emotional; aggressive; does not tolerate loneliness; companion.	no need for frequent walks; combing wool once a week; bathing no more than 1 time in 4 months.	The dog is friendly, but the baby, playing, can injure her. You can entrust your pet to children over 8 years old.	Barks loudly.
Affenpinscher	Height - 25-30cm, weight - 4-6kg.	Molting is low.	cannot stand loneliness; active; restless; good-natured.	frequent walks with a change of activity; combing wool 2-3 times a week; bathing 2-3 times a month.	Families with a child under 10 years old should not have a dog.	Quite noisy pet.
Corgi	Height - 25-30cm, weight - 9-13kg.	Molting 2 times a year and very strong.	active; cheerful; active; non-aggressive; highly intelligent.	infrequent washing; haircut 2 times a year during molting.	Patient for children's pranks.	Barks loudly in low tones.
Jack Russell Terrier	Height - 25-30cm, weight - 5-7kg.	Moderate molting throughout the year.	active; does not tolerate loneliness; aggressive; highly intelligent; stubborn. The pet can damage property.	regular physical activity; regular long walks; no need for frequent washing.	It is undesirable to have families with a baby growing up.	Loud and sonorous barking.
Pug	Height - 28-32, weight - 6-8kg.	Molting 2 times a year. High.	friendly; does not need long walks; does not tolerate loneliness; inactive.	washing once a month; daily combing of wool during shedding; daily walks for an hour; warm clothes in cold seasons.	Get along well with children.	Not prone to loud barking, but snoring, snoring. Flatulence attacks often occur.
Shih tzu	Height - up to 27cm, weight - 4-7kg.	It does not shed much.	companion; afraid of loneliness; not aggressive; friendly; gullible.	washing a couple of times a month; daily combing; regular walking. Drafts, frost and heat should be avoided.	It gets along with children, but the manifestation of the latter's aggression is fraught with bitten fingers.	Able to bark loudly.
Shar Pei	Height - 45-50cm, weight - 18-25kg.	The coat of this dog is a strong allergen.	companion; devotee; strong; calm and measured; easily endure loneliness. With the wrong upbringing, it can become aggressive.	long walks twice a day; active image and physical activity; combing wool 1-2 times a week; bathing as needed. Shar Pei hates water.	Gets along well with older children. Do not take it to families with babies.	Not inclined to fuss and bark loudly.

Photo gallery: an overview of the best "apartment" dog breeds

The miniature poodle is very difficult to tolerate quarrels and mess in the house.

Beagle does not get along well with cats and other pets

The French Bulldog may become defensive if a child offends him while playing

Papillon is one of the eight smartest dogs

In the absence of proper education, the Chihuahua is a rather aggressive dog

Affenpinscher gets along well with children

Corgis are naturally watchdogs

Jack Russell Terrier is a rather aggressive breed of dog

Pugs are not prone to loud barks

Shit-tsu can show aggression towards small children if the latter bother him and tug

Sharpei needs an experienced and strong owner who can maintain his authority in the eyes of the pet.

The wool of the Yokshire Terrier has a structure similar to human hair, so these dogs are not prone to shedding.

Spitz are guards by nature, so they can bark loudly at every rustle, which can anger neighbors

Pekingese does not get along well with children

Bichon Frize is ideal for elderly people, as it does not require specific care and long walks in the fresh air

For living in an apartment, dogs of small and medium breeds are ideal without pronounced fighting and hunting qualities. When choosing a pet, you must also take into account its character and lifestyle.