| Selecting a Dog » Choosing the Right Dog for an Apartment |
| When you?re choosing a new puppy to welcome into your home, you should first give some thought to the home itself. Remember, your home will be the puppy?s home, too. And, before you know it, the puppy will grow into a dog. Make sure to do your homework and select a breed of dog that suits your living space. This is particularly important if you live in a small home, such as an apartment ? especially if the apartment is not on the ground floor or is in a busy part of town. Most dogs need to be allowed outside from time to time to ?do their thing.? (In fact, if you live in a small apartment without easy access to the outdoors, you may want to consider a cat ? whose use of a litter box allows it to be an entirely indoor creature, if needed.) You may be able to train your dog to ?go? on command, thus alleviating the need to go outside if it?s raining or your schedule is tight. Realize, however, that cleaning up after this activity is much less trouble for a small dog than a large dog. In fact, it simply makes sense to stick with a smaller dog breed for apartment-dwelling. You should also consider the breed?s level of activity and tendency to make noise. Some of the most suitable breeds for apartments also happen to be some of the most popular all-round breeds. For example, Pugs and most Terriers make great apartment companions, because they do not require a large amount of space and are not as active as many other dogs. Pomeranians, Chihuahuas, and Dachshunds are also well suited for apartment life. As long as they get a daily walk, they are happy to lounge around the pad and their hair does not require a large amount of attention. If you need help in choosing an apartment-friendly dog, visit the Characteristics section of this web site. There, you?ll find a lot of information on all breeds of dogs. Read the details provided in ?Activity? and ?Exercise Requirements? to find a breed that may need less exercise and wide open spaces. In addition, if you seek protection as well as companionship, take a look at the ?Watchdog Ability? listing. With careful consideration of all these factors, you may find the perfect furry roommate: a dog that is well-suited to living in a small space. Remember, if your dog feels confined and not able to move about as much as it wants, it will not be happy?and dogs have a way of letting us know when they?re unhappy. |
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