Dreaming of a City Dog? Meet the 12 Best Breeds for Apartment Living

Calm, adaptable, and ideal for small spaces – discover your perfect apartment pup here.

1. French Bulldog

• Small but sturdy

• Rarely barks

• Happy with short walks

2. Pug

• Loves human attention

• Laid-back and adaptable

• Doesn’t need much exercise

3. Cavalier King Charles Spaniel

• Friendly and calm

• Comfortable alone or with company

• Great for first-time owners

4. Bichon Frisé

• Hypoallergenic coat

• Playful and cheerful

• Easy to train

5. Boston Terrier

• Smart and energetic

• Needs moderate walks

• Great for smaller homes

6. Chihuahua

• Tiny – perfect for compact spaces

• Forms strong bond with owner

• Needs minimal exercise

7. Yorkshire Terrier

• Small and alert

• Perfect for apartment living

• Needs regular grooming

8. Shih Tzu

• Calm and affectionate

• Adapts well to most environments

• Not a frequent barker

9. Pekingese

• Independent but loving

• Low energy

• Best suited for quiet homes

10. Maltese

• Elegant and petite

• Thrives indoors

• Requires daily grooming

11. Lhasa Apso

• Loyal and watchful

• Doesn’t need a yard

• Needs regular coat maintenance

12. Miniature Schnauzer

• Smart and easy to train

• May bark more than others

• Active but adjusts well