2007-05-17 10:52:08 · 12 answers · asked by rckstr! kisses 1 in Pets ➔ Other - Pets
ooh, i was wondering the same thing. i live in an apartment, and i think small dogs are perfect. the ones that don't grow taller than the cushions of your sofa are great!
2007-05-17 11:41:20 · answer #1 · answered by Anonymous · 2⤊ 0⤋
Honestly it depends on your level of activity.
For example if you are a runner you want a dog that will keep up with you. Bulldogs for example just don't run.
If you want a dog that you don't have to walk twice a day, or you move slowly you want a lower exercise dog.
Some dogs require a lot of mental stimulation - are you willing to go to the park and do obedience training like making the dog go out and circle trees etc... keeping in mind that you will probably end up off leash in a non-off leash area.
Do you want a dog that you can go to an off leash park and socialize with the owners, or if you have kids (or will ever have kids) temperment is VERY important. You want a laid back dog, one who goes with the flow and has no desire to be alpha. (I adopted a high-needs, high strung, pain in the butt dog 7 years ago to save him from being put down, now that I have a toddler it is a nightmare. He isn't getting what he needs because I can't take both out at the same time anymore.)
It honestly has NOTHING to do with the size of a dog, only to do with the temperment and activity level.
So look at your life, your level of activity, your commitment to training, your future lifestyle and then start looking through breeds. Keep in mind you are going to have to do at least one walk a day, and go out to pee at least another two times no matter what dog.
2007-05-17 11:09:41 · answer #2 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 0⤋
Something VERY small, but i wouldn't recommend terriers as they are barky & very hyper ( i have 2 rat terriers) Chihuhua, Dachsund, Bichon, Papillion, Havense, Maltese, Shih Tzu etc... look on the AKC website for small dogs. Don't get a big dog in an apartment though, thats a hard life for them, they need room to run. I had my Great Dane in an apartment and he went crazy, chewed the walls, my furniture, door frames. Not to mention he ruined the carpet. I had to pay $3k in damages.
2007-05-17 11:00:35 · answer #3 · answered by Louise 4 · 1⤊ 0⤋
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2017-01-10 04:59:55 · answer #4 · answered by ? 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I would get a poodle or chiuaua, being that they are small and easy to move. They also eat less and don't make as much of a mess. A pug would be fine also but they are expensive and need a least one walk a day.
2007-05-17 11:00:55 · answer #5 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 1⤋
I personally like schnoodles whichis a poodle/schnauzer mix.
Teh ones I've known are extremely loving and layed back.they enjoy a good run yet jaust as happy on your lap. My sister breeds them and hers never get over 12 pounds.
Good lukc in whatever youchoose
2007-05-17 14:47:40 · answer #6 · answered by Kit_kat 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I think that Shih-zu's are awesome. I love them. I gave two to my Mother as gifts. They are very fun, but not too crazy like chihuahas and poodles. Wonderful companion dogs.
2007-05-17 11:00:52 · answer #7 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
I second the vote for Shih-tzu. They are awesome little dogs!
The only downfall they have is that they are a little difficult to house break!
2007-05-17 12:03:46 · answer #8 · answered by memartin 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
A beagle or a Yorkie terrier there both little dogs and have alot of feelings i would know my aunt is a vet
2007-05-17 11:00:52 · answer #9 · answered by Some Star Girl 2 · 0⤊ 1⤋
You should get a small dog. Pugs and Yorkshire terriers are awesome.
2007-05-17 11:58:45 · answer #10 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋