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Dogs are often a big part of the family and can be a great addition to an apartment, but not every dog is suited for a small space. The best apartment dogs for a small space are those that can be left at home alone for extended periods of time. The first step to getting an apartment dog is to determine what type of dog you want. If you have a small space and want something low-maintenance, then you should consider getting a smaller breed. If you have more space, then you can explore more options.

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    Chihuahua

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    Screen_Addict
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    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    No I'll be keeping my ankles, thanks

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    Coton De Tulear

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    Shyla Bouche
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    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    This pup looks like Bouche's toys when she's done pouncing them.

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    Grey Hound

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    Weim Central
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    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    You wouldn't think a dog this large is good for apartment living but they are very mellow and giant couch potatoes!

    Deborah Harris2
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    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I know they are mellow but they do love company x

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    Deborah Harris2
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    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Another dog that likes companionship and lots of exercise. Greyhounds are not low maintenance

    Marion Friedl
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    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Yep, greyhounds, also Galgos or Podencos, Whippets, Afghanians and others, need a lot of fresh air and movement, and some exercises like mantrailing for example. Not good to keep alone in a tiny apartment. Not at all.

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    Maltese

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    Weim Central
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    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Sweet and usually have a better haircut!

    Marion Friedl
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    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Eventually the groomer specialised on Poodles LOL??? Looks like a Poodle haircut.

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    Shih Tzu

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    Weim Central
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    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Mostly sweet, prone to eye stains and this is another crappy haircut.

    Marion Friedl
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    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Fortunately dogs don´t recognize themselves in the mirror LOL.

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    Bulldog

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    Deborah Harris2
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    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Bullies are not low maintenance dogs and have a lot of health problems. They are very sociable dogs and I would not recommend leaving one alone for a long period of time, the same as every dog here on this list. Dogs need the toilet at least once every four hours

    Marion Friedl
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    3 years ago (edited) Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Besides that Bulldogs pugs, Frenchies, Pekingese are all brachycephalic and get respiratory and eye problems. Like peke-faced Persian Cats either. We Germans call such pets "Qualzucht" (torment breed), to those Sphynx Cats and Scottisch Fold Cats belong either with their health issues. Or Shar Peis with their gazillion skin wrinkles where parasites settle as well as fungus.

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    Dachshund

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    Hyde and Seek
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    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    If you have a dachshund :they are very prone to spinal issues

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    French Bulldog

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    Marion Friedl
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    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    With their super flat faces/noses this breed is also brachycephalic and will get respiratory and eye problems,, plus bone problems because their heads are so giant compared with the rest of their bodies. #Qualzucht (torment breed).

    Shyla Bouche
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    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Plus they can't conceive or give birth without human intervention. As cute as they are, this breed should be allowed to die out, or at the least be bred to where they're capable of breathing and procreating on their own.

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    Boston Terrier

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    Marion Friedl
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    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Another brachycephalic #Qualzucht (torment breed) with bulging eyes. Poor pup.

    Erick Blood
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    2 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    I have had two. As long as you are aware they can live very long affectionate lives. RIP daisy.

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    Pug

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    Weim Central
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    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Poor pugs, sweet, loyal and have breathing issues. Hope you don't mind snoring!

    Boris Long-Johnson
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    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    No one should be buying modern pugs. Just cruel.

    Just Another Girl
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    3 years ago Created by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    And Pekingese and Japanese Chin. My best friends in the entire world.