I live in a aprtment what is a good dog for me?

Question

the breeds im looking at are pitbull and rottweiler. Im going to adopt of course.

Looking for a companion not a peace of property.

Answer 1

i would defintly choose a small or medium dog!

Answer 2

The best breed for a person to own,varies according to many things.There are alot of things to take into account before getting a dog,and it should be based on research into your lifestyle and living arrangements.It should not be based on what breed has been good for another person,you want the right dog for you,not someone else.

Things to take into account include but are not limited to.
1.How big will the dog be when full grown?
2.How much exercise does the breed require?
3.How much grooming does the breed require?
4.Does the dog do well in apartments and small houses,or does it need more room?
5.What is the breeds temperament?How well does it do around children,other people,strangers,and other animals?
6.What health problems is the breed prone to?
7.How smart and easy to train is the breed?Is it good for first time owners,or does it need a more experienced owner to train it properly?

The more research a person does before getting a dog,the greater the chance they will have a well trained lifelong companion,instead of an unruly dog that ends up in a shelter,because you had no idea what you were getting into when you got it.
The site below is a good place to start,it gives a list of all breeds,and will help you answer the above questions.

Answer 3

Apartment????

Sorry but both are very very bad choices for an apartment. Those breeds need room to run, race and romp. Unless you are into jogging - like 2 -5 miles a day - you will have one unhappy dog. A walk around the block just won;t get it.

Staffordshires and Rotties are very devoted and loving breeds but totally ill-suited to apartment life.

In an apartment, you should have a less energetic breed that would be happy going for a stroll around the neighborhood.

I can't think of any large breed that does well in an apratment without access to regular hours long romps in huge open areas like a park or the beach. (And I don't mean walking at your side.)

Bassett hounds are adorable, have a nice deep bark and can do well with neighborhood strolls.

By the way, what does your landlord say?? Many won't agree to any dog let alone a large dog (usually defined as over 35 lbs.)

Others might be a Keeshound, Bedlington Terrier, or oneof the smaller breeds.

Go here to read about the breeds

http://www.akc.org/breeds/index.cfm?nav_area=breeds

Each page for the different breeds has a link to the Breed Club and the Breed Rescue for that breed - all dogs that need adopted.

Check out your shelters. A lot of mixed breeds can be the right size and attitude. Look for the friendly one who want sto flop in your lap - quiet but not shy.

Answer 4

Neither a Rotti or a Pitt are good to have in an apartment. But if I had to choose 1 of those 2 I would choose the pit. Reason because its smaller than a Rott. Just remember if you adopt a Pitt you need to find out as much about the dog as you can because you don't know how the dog might have been treated by previous owner. Try to get a pup if you can and socialize it as much as possible with people and other dogs. And take it to Obedience classes. A dog like a Pitt bull needs guidance and needs to be obedience trained. They are and can be wonderfully loving and pleasant dogs if the owner is responsible in its development. Which I'm sure you would be. Good luck.

Answer 5

I wouldn't go with those kinds of dogs for an apartment.Look for a smaller dog who needs less exercise.Your local shelter will have some very nice mixed breeds (and even pure breed) who will be much happier living in the small space of the apartment.Many people have given good suggestions, like the chihuahua.Do some research online about different dog breeds so you can choose one that fits your lifestyle, commitment needs, and spending habits.Smaller dogs are awesome too, give 'em a chance.You won't be sorry.Good luck , and kudos for wanting to adopt.

Answer 6

I really like both of these breeds you've mentioned. They are very smart animals...depending on the sex/animal, they are about medium sized animals so if you have a large apartment and you're willing to take them out often (both these breeds are very energetic and need constant exercising) than you should be ok.
However...if you're more of a home body (nothing wrong with that), I'd suggest a smaller dog...
You don't need to settle for a Paris Hilton dog...but something more of the size of a beagle. They are good and affectionate breed of dogs.

By the way...kudos on the adopting part....I think its great when people adopt animals from the shelter and give these dogs a second chance.

Good luck!

Answer 7

I have met several Pit Bulls and Rotties that live in apartments are they are perfectly fine. They do get a LOT of long walks throughout the day, though, and that's what keeps them content. If you don't have time for at least 5 walks a day, then I suggest you stick to less active dog.

Retired Greyhounds, believe it or not, are excellent apartment dogs. They are calm and quiet. I knew a woman that had two Greyhounds and one Borzoi in the city with her and I don't think I've ever heard them bark or seen them freak out or pull on the lead.

Great Danes are relatively calm dogs. A friend of mine has an 9 month old female and he lives in an apartment. She, the Dane, is wonderful and content being inside. She gets several quick walks during the day and at least one walk at night that exceeds an hour, or she gets to go to an open field and run around. Danes are lazy and love to sleep on the couch for hours and hours.

As for the whoever's comment about small dogs being bred to be inside dogs. That is completely incorrect. Every terrier breed was bred to work. Bred to hunt, find vermin, etc.. The Pekingese and Chihuahua are the only breeds that come to mind that were bred to be inside dogs. Pekes were bred to hide in their owner's shirt sleeve and hop out and bite someone who was through to be 'evil'.
Toy breeds are very hyper. They don't take up as much room, which is why people think they make good apartment dogs, but they need as much exercise as a Boxer. Trust me, I had to live with a Miniature Pinscher and she was more trouble than my German Shepherd.

The main thing you should do when you adopt your dog is take him/her to obedience classes. When a dog is trained, he can live anywhere (with plenty of excerise, of course). It when you don't discipline them when they bounce off the walls and are out of control.

Answer 8

having a pitbull or a rottweiler in an apartment is a tough call my freind. as much as i love both breeds it probably would be unfair to you and the dog. these dogs need a backyard at the very least. you should have a small non shedding or a small longhair such as an american eskimo. they make great companions too and live indoors much more easily.

Answer 9

Dog, are you crazy? A pit bull or rott in an apartment all day? God how cruel can you be?? Make it a small dog. They as BRED for indor pets. You wil be lucky to get an apt that takes pits or rotts and the one that does would be a cess pool type ghetto. If your pit or rott attacks a person you can go to jail for a long time and get sued for millions. Use your head bro. Thats why so many pits are n shelters.cuz of peole like you who had to get rid of it to find a place.

Answer 10

How about small and mild mannered. any small to mid sized dog. Esp one that is not too hyper and won't bark alot with all the noises in apartment buildings. Or What about a Cat? They make good pets can be left alone for moderately long periods, they are good company and do not make much of a mess. Oh and they don't bark.

Answer 11

I have lived in apts for over 10 yrs and I have always had a yorkie with me. He is wonderful and does well in an apartment complex... Whatever dog you do choose make sure it is accepted in your apratment. Some wont take Pitts or Rotts due to the "aggresive" nature.
Good luck and Congratulations on adopting!