Best Apartment Dog for me?

Question

I am a student in New York City looking to get an apartment that allows me to have a dog. Providing that I do, what would be the best dog?

It will get plenty of walks (I almost prefer a big dog that looks imtimidating so when I go out walking, people don't bother me. lol), But i prefer a quiet dog that doesn't need a lot of grooming and preferably doesn't shed. I had a wheaten terrier but she was loud and not easy to train - but I love her.

What is a friendly, smaller dog, that doesn't shed and doesn't require a lot of grooming and can deal with being alone while I'm in class?

Like I said, the dog will be able to get plenty of excercise, so as long as it doesn't bark while I'm gone, a high energy dog isn't a problem.

Thanks.

Answer 1

I would recomend an older rescue dog,as a puppy will find it hard to cope when your away,you also have all the house training and socilisation.Many rescue centers have lovely dogs of all shapes and breeds.If your looking for a particular breed,then try a rescue welfare for that breed.As long as you are not leaving a dog alone for more then 4/5hrs at a time then it shouldn't be to much of a problem,i wouldn't get a pup though.Good luck.

Answer 2

I myself have a dachshund and she's awesome in the apartment! Dachshunds are notorious for being good in small spaces, even without exercise. They come as minis (8-12lbs), tweenies (13-20ish lbs) and standard (20-25ish lbs). And the shorthairs are so easy!!! Shorthaired do shed, but there's no grooming envolved. I barely even notice mine shedding and she doesn't bother my mild allergies. The wirehaired don't shed, but they do require some grooming. Most people, myself included, say they are a love or hate sort of breed. They also can have back problems. And while they aren't very viscious looking, they will bark and be mean to strangers or threats. Some can bark a little too much. Mine, and the ones I have known, only bark when threatened. So if you take this route (or any route for that matter), spend some time with a few breeders to find one you trust and/or to make sure you enjoy the breed.
I personally don't recommend terriers. Some people love them though! I've found them to have a little too much nervous energy to leave in an apartment for extended periods. And mutts are always great! If you take your time you can usually find one that is sort-of custom bred for you. While there not all beautiful, they do tend to be loyal, smart, healthy, and fun.
I suggest you go to "akc.org" and read about all the breeds. Also, google "breed finder", there's a few good survey sort of things that'll give you some ideas. Good luck and have fun!!!

Answer 3

Don't get a big dog - it's not fair on them to be cooped up all day & a Lab will prob chew you out of house & home before you finish work! Saying that, a Greyhound that has finished it's time as a working dog (do you have dog racing in the States?) is meant to be lazy & enjoy sleeping all day as long as it gets a couple of walks a day. Don't think they need much grooming bcos they are short-haired but I don't know about shedding.

We have a rescue Yorkie X & contrary to expectations, he doesn't yap all day, he sleeps most of it! He doesn't need a great deal of grooming either, 10 mins twice a week is sufficient & he doesn't shed. So my advice is a small dog whom you can tire out in the morning b4 u go to work but if u are away from your apartment for more than 4 hrs, you should get a neighbour to let them out for toileting.

Answer 4

You should consider adopting an adult dog from a rescue, then it may already be housebroken and past the chewing phase. I would actually recommend getting a larger dog as long as the apartment allows it. Dogs like mastiffs are extremely mellow and happy to lie on the couch all day - plus they definitely look tough enough for no one to approach you while still being sweet as can be! But back to getting an adult, you would have a better idea of the dog's actual temperment instead of hoping the dog turns out to meet the description of the breed.

Answer 5

I think it's sad when people keep large dogs in small apartments.
I'd suggest a small dog that can have all its energy requirements fulfilled in your apartment even if you don't have time to walk it. My daughter has a Maltese, and she is the BEST! They don't shed, are cuddly and sweet, have relatively low energy levels and bark very little. They were bred as as lap dogs (they're one of the oldest breeds) and are content to lay next to you for hours.
I know you are thinking that Maltese require a lot of grooming, but the only ones who have the long mop-like coats are the ones that are shown. Most other Maltese owners get their dogs what is called the "puppy cut".
To know a Maltese is to love them!

Answer 6

Contrary to what a lot of people think, many big dogs actually need less exercise than small active breeds. I would say an Akita - big lazy lumps but will take as much exercise as you could give BUT they moult to Olympic standards! Maybe an Airedale? Not the easiest to train but they look intimidating & are big softies.

Answer 7

A Miniature or Toy Poodle.
I would recommend as I have one But also they are cute if you don't have them cut as show Poodles. They also can be very intimidating. They don't malt so wouldn't get hairs on your furniture. They don't need regular walks but really enjoy them. They also are very easily trained and one of the smartest breeds of dogs in the World.

Answer 8

OK a min pincher are short hair but are yeppy and cocker spinal are love and take little to groom I would search the dog web sit to see what would be best good luck

Answer 9

A Pug. They seem to be the most popular apartment dog. They don't require alot of excerise, and don't take up alot of room. But Beware....They shed CONSTANTLY!

Or A chinese Crested. They don't shed at all, they are quiet and don't take up much room at all. They tend to bond with 1 person though.

Answer 10

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