Bichon Frise
Bichon Frise are small-sized companion dogs that love to be the center of attraction and snuggle with their humans. An average Bichon Frise reaches 9 to 11 inches and weighs between 10 to 20 pounds. It has a hypoallergenic coat with mild to moderate shedding, making it a suitable pet for smaller spaces and apartments.
King Charles Cavalier Spaniel
King Charles Cavalier Spaniels are very friendly and loyal pets that adjust very well in apartments. While the British counterpart of the spaniels are bred for hunting and retrieving, the American spaniels or the King Charles Cavalier spaniels are bred exclusively as lap dogs or companion animals that do not need a lot of exercise and have medium energy levels. As long as the place is properly ventilated and at an optimum temperature, they can thrive in apartments and flats.
Maltese
The Maltese is a light shedder and can adjust in small confines provided you meet its energy requirements adequately. While the Maltese are small-sized canines reaching an average shoulder height of 9 to 10 inches and a weight of 4 to 6 lbs, it is also full of energy and needs daily walks with mental stimulation to thrive properly. They are further known to be vocal creatures because of which vet experts advise carpeting the apartment or soundproofing it so as to coexist peacefully.
Miniature Poodle
Miniature Poodles are high-energy dogs that are great for condos and apartments. Unlike the standard poodles, they do not shed as much and need moderate exercise making them excellent indoor pets as long as they are regularly exercised and housetrained.
Affenpinscher
Affenpinschers are a German breed of rodent-hunter dogs that with proper training can adapt to larger-sized apartments. It is important to understand that they are a rare breed and there is usually a long waiting list to procure one. Keeping this in mind, make your apartment ready and understand their requirements before you get them.
Prepare Your Apartment: Anticipate and Meet Their Needs
| Set up an area dedicated to them ready with toys, rugs, and water bowls. | |
| Do not leave the windows open as loud noise can distract them. | |
| Consult the vet about low-calorie feeding options. | |
| Do not leave them unattended in the apartment for longer periods. | |
Pekingese
Havanese
The Havanese are small and active canines that are great with kids and people with downsized spaces and apartments. An average Havanese stands 9 to 12 inches in shoulder height and weighs 8 to 10 pounds so you can breathe easy with the knowledge that they will not take up a lot of space in a smaller home.
For their safety, vet experts advise providing them with non-slip floorings because of their short and somewhat bowed forelegs along with trimming their claws regularly.
Pug
Pugs are some of the best canines for apartments because of their small size and low energy-based requirements. Unlike other high-energy toy breeds like chihuahuas or dachshunds, pugs can be super comfortable on the couch, ottomans, and their tiny plush beds.
Shih Tzu
Shih Tzus are companion dogs that can live as easily in one-bedroom flats and studio apartments as they can manage in larger living conditions. When trained properly, they are great with other pets and children living with them.
Basset Hound
Despite their medium size ( weight between 40 to 65 pounds ), Basset Hounds can make great apartment dogs when adequately trained. Some of the things to take care of before accommodating them are.
Creating a Safe and Comfortable Space
| Initiate crate training after getting them. | |
| Arrange for a dog walker if you are required to be gone for more than 8 hours | |
| Soundproof your apartment to deal with their loud barking. |
Boston Terriers
Boston Terriers are low-maintenance canines that can adjust well in apartments. The great thing about them is they have an aloof temperament and can be left alone for 4 to 6 hours without stressing them.
Chihuahua
Chihuahuas are regarded among the best apartment dogs because of their tiny size and low maintenance.
