{"id":12182,"date":"2017-08-28T07:30:42","date_gmt":"2017-08-28T12:30:42","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.abodo.com\/blog\/?p=12182"},"modified":"2021-01-05T09:26:25","modified_gmt":"2021-01-05T15:26:25","slug":"best-apartment-dogs","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.rentable.co\/blog\/best-apartment-dogs\/","title":{"rendered":"Best Apartment Dogs: Choosing the Right Breed"},"content":{"rendered":"

Anyone looking to add a canine companion to the household needs to take a close look at their living situation and consider if it could support a pet \u2014 and that\u2019s especially true if you live in an apartment. It takes time and preparation to make sure you and your dog<\/a>, and your landlord are happy with the arrangement.<\/p>\n

Let\u2019s start at the beginning.<\/p>\n

Considering Apartment Dogs<\/h2>\n

Before you get ahead of yourself and head to the nearest shelter, ask yourself three questions:<\/p>\n

Do I have the space?<\/strong> All dogs need a bit of space to roam throughout the day, and if you have a small apartment and not much of a yard, you\u2019ll need to make consistent trips to the dog park.<\/p>\n

Do I have the lifestyle?<\/strong> If you\u2019re traveling consistently or are frequently gone for eight or nine hours every day, a dog probably isn\u2019t a great fit with your lifestyle. You should plan to return home to let your pup out every four hours.<\/p>\n

Do I have the money?<\/strong> The costs involved with pets can really stack up, from food and treats to flea and tick protection and regular veterinary check-ups. According to Petfinder, you should plan on spending at least $500 a year to keep your pup happy and healthy.<\/p>\n

Yes, yes, and yes? It\u2019s on to apartment shopping!<\/p>\n

Finding Pet-Friendly Apartments<\/h2>\n

As crazy as it sounds, some people don\u2019t want pets in their homes or properties. If you\u2019re already in the middle of a lease and want to bring a dog aboard, check your lease terms carefully to see if it\u2019s prohibited by the landlord or would be accompanied by an additional security deposit or monthly fee.<\/p>\n

If you\u2019ll be finding a new place, there are tons of pet-friendly rentals out there, and many of them have fantastic dog-friendly features like \u00a0pet-washing stations or dog run areas. On Rentable, you can add your dog or cat filter alongside your other hopes and dreams (in-unit laundry or balcony, perhaps), and find dozens of places that fit the bill.<\/p>\n

Or, you can head to our pet-friendly apartments<\/a> page, which has resources \u2014 like an adorable pet resume \u2014 to get you started.<\/p>\n

Keep in mind that many properties have breed and size restrictions, so check the listings in your area to see what the norm is before getting your heart set on getting a bullmastiff.<\/p>\n

With a pet-friendly apartment secured, it\u2019s time for the fun part \u2014 finding your new best friend.<\/p>\n

Best Apartment Dogs<\/h2>\n

Earlier, we mentioned that all dogs need room to roam \u2014 but some dogs require a lot more than others. Hunting and herding dogs, such as pointers or border collies, need to let loose and get plenty of exercise in order to be happy and healthy. No matter how many square feet your apartment is, your pup will go nuts stuck inside.<\/p>\n

Instead, consider a low-activity breed and, logically, a smaller frame that can more easily fit into your apartment. These breeds make good apartment dogs:<\/p>\n

\"Pugs<\/h3>\n

Best Small-Breed Apartment Dogs<\/h3>\n