25 Little Dogs That are a Perfect Fit for Apartment Living
Just because your living space is small, doesn't mean your dog has to be. That being said, if you're not keen on sharing your space with a pooch that takes up a ton of room and you'd rather look at smaller breeds, no one would blame you. Plus, these little fluffballs are impossible to resist.
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Pug
They're mischievous, loving couch potatoes, so you probably want a smaller space to contain and cuddle them in anyway. Monitor the treats, though. Their laziness makes them prone to obesity.
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Dachshund
The shortest, cutest, most loyal guard dog you could ever ask for. Though they have little big dog syndrome and, sadly, their bark can be almost bigger than them. They're also easy to groom and the perfect combo of moderately active and relatively lazy, lending themselves well to apartment life. -
Maltese
No yard needed for this itty-bitty seven-pounder. And while a Maltese might require a couple walks a day, considering its size, you won't be out long. They're also super playful and don't shed a ton.
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Papillon
They're lovable, intelligent and don't require a ton of exercise. And the breed will never leave you alone again (sorry, even trips to the bathroom are no longer solo).
Proof that dogs can be total divas. -
Miniature Pinscher
Min Pins are intelligent and take to training quite well, which means they can be left at home for long periods of time. They are moderately energetic, but a walk or a quick zip around the condo will tire them out and they'll want to curl up in a corner and snooze for eight hours. We should all be so lucky. -
Shih Tzu
The breed was originally bred to live inside Chinese palaces, but they don't know any better. Your little fluffball won't even notice how small the apartment is.
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Boston Terrier
These little dogs are popular for a reason. Not only do they adapt extremely well to both active and less-active lifestyles, but they're quiet and hypoallergenic. They do have a lot of energy, so if you want them to expend it, they need a park or a long walk. But look at that face. Irresistible! -
Basenji
Basenjis have cat-like tendencies, so they like to groom themselves and they're quite quiet. They also don't shed a lot and are odourless, a huge plus for small spaces. The breed needs daily, vigorous exercise to avoid boredom, otherwise it can get a little mischievous.
These dog breeds are most likely to run away. Consider yourselves warned! -
Pekinese
Because of their size and affectionate nature, the Pekinese make for great apartment pets. They will bark at strangers, though, so start the training early.
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Schipperke
Schipperkes may be small, but they have big personalities. They take to training well and like to have a task. Combine that with their compact size and you'll see why they have great qualities for a small living space.
These rare dog breeds are almost too cute to handle. -
Bulldog
They may seem like muscular brutes that you wouldn't dream of putting in your worst enemy's china shop, but they are lazy as hell. A brisk stroll is all this one needs and then it's sleepy time.
FYI, bulldogs are just one of the more expensive dog breeds you can own. -
West Highland Terrier
While their small size helps, the Westie is also smart and responsive so it can easily be trained for apartment living. They're also energetic (but not too energetic), versatile and adaptable. You're welcome.
These pups may be small, but bigger golden retrievers are equally adorable.
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