Good Small Breed apt friendly dog

[maktastik_jr.]

Looking for good apartment friendly dog. Any suggestions?

[bulldog]

French Bulldog

I might be biased though


Real answer is to try to find one from the pound that you like. We rescued a Australian Terrier and he is a great little dog.

[JonnyD]

Are you stuck on a small dog? If not, a full sized (not italian!) greyhound might work too... not that I'm biased either

[grim]

Are you stuck on a small dog? If not, a full sized (not italian!) greyhound might work too... not that I'm biased either

+1,000,000

Greyhounds are awesome dogs, very gentle, and very loyal.


However they do love to run.

For the love of god though do not get an Italian greyhound!!!!!!!!!

[preludepearl417]

English Bulldog. Best dog I've ever had. Lots of good laughs, loyal, and chill dog. Just my .02

[bulldog]

English Bulldog. Best dog I've ever had. Lots of good laughs, loyal, and chill dog. Just my .02

My first English Bulldog actually did live in a apartment for about a year with no issues. They are very lazy dogs and don't require much exercise. Just try to rescue one if you do choose this route because it is a shame people are over breading these dogs to make the $2000 fee they are now charging. As much as I love Bulldogs I would have to rescue now: older and wiser.....

I rescued one I found on Craigslist when his owner died in war, so they are out there to rescue. Jim (uglydogracing) has also rescued a few himself and we could both help you if you choose this breed).


P.S. I still have those couponds for you maktastik_jr for free BJJ lessons up there in Fort Collins; each place givesd you a free month. They are yours free if you want them. They are legit too as I bought this MMA book for $50 for all these coupons.

[Kristian]

We have two Cavalier King Charles Spaniels. They are pretty cool little dogs.

[Darth Do'Urden]

Another biased response incoming....

Shih tzus are amazing for small space living quarters. They're the largest of the small breeds, weighing in at about 10-14 pounds. They have a lifespan of about 14 years or so. Hearty, durable, and more than content to run a racetrack around your furniture for exercise, you won't need to worry about walking them on a regular basis, so long as you play with them inside. If you keep 'em in a "puppy cut", their hair (not fur) will stay super soft and won't require very much maintenance.

If allergies are an issue, this is a great breed to consider, as their hair does not carry the same type of dander that fur-based dogs do. They also do not shed much at all in the traditional "holy crap, there's dog hair everywhere" sense. The hair basically gets trapped in their coat, which does necessitate brushing once or twice a week. But with the puppy cut, it seems like they don't really require much brushing at all except when it starts getting close to time for another grooming.

[TinkerinWstuff]

get a cat

[Sarge]

get a cat

Don't forget to get rabies vaccinations and licenses.


+1 on the adopt a dog. Both my current dogs were orphans, and my female pit/lab/shar pei is one of the best dogs I've ever had. (Nobody really knows what she is, she's just Missy and wears pink ribbons while my 2 year old tries to ride her around the house.)

[CaptGoodvibes]

We rescued a pair of Westie/Yorkie littermates. They're about 20# each. They were fine in the apartment for 3 years. They are better now in the house with yard but still require stern control at all times... f'n terriers.

I suggest crate training any apartment dog no matter what.

[maktastik_jr.]

English Bulldog. Best dog I've ever had. Lots of good laughs, loyal, and chill dog. Just my .02

$$$$$$$ my mom has one with perfect genetics papers all that paid 2500$

[Sarge]

Like a boss...

[Bueller]

Shih Tzu

[maktastik_jr.]

here is our shop dog meaty

[maktastik_jr.]

Really want one of these little guys american eskimo

[maktastik_jr.]

well this is what i ended up with

[Will the Thrill]

Weiner dog

[maktastik_jr.]

Weiner dog

[Pork Chop]

Pugs are great and funny if you can handle snoring . Corgies are another great small breed.

[bulldog]

here is our shop dog meaty

Looks like mine; Bubba

[Darth Do'Urden]

I suggest crate training any apartment dog no matter what.

+1

And lest there is any confusion, crate training is NOT abusive or neglectful. Having a "den" of sorts that a dog can go to when tired, stressed out, etc. is very assuring to them. The added bonus is that they won't see it as a form of punishment (when they're grown) when you need to leave the house and don't want them destroying shit.

No doubt. Wiener dogs are HORRIBLE. I hate them with a burning white hot fiery purple passion. I'd rather have roaches.

And congrats on the new family member, mak. I do hope for your sake (and the dog's) that he is "apt friendly". =)

[CaptGoodvibes]

+1

And lest there is any confusion, crate training is NOT abusive or neglectful. Having a "den" of sorts that a dog can go to when tired, stressed out, etc. is very assuring to them. The added bonus is that they won't see it as a form of punishment (when they're grown) when you need to leave the house and don't want them destroying shit.

Sometimes I can't find them and they are crashed out in their crates, gate wide open.

[Sarge]

When we first got Missy, and then later got a crate, the moment I brought it home she crawled right into it and laid down for a nap.