Medium-Sized Dogs for Apartments

Question

Medium-Sized Dogs for Apartments

Short answer

Medium-sized apartment dogs should be calm indoors, manageable on lead, and not prone to excessive barking.

Best fit

Apartment owners who want more size than a toy breed but still need indoor manageability.

Breed examples to consider

Whippet, Cocker Spaniel, Basset Hound, French Bulldog, Boston Terrier, Miniature Schnauzer, and some medium mixed breeds.

Important caveat

Energy level and noise matter more than exact weight.

Sources consulted

• American Kennel Club — Best Dogs For Apartment Dwellers — https://www.akc.org/dog-breeds/best-dogs-for-apartment-dwellers/
• PetMD — 21 Best Dog Breeds for First-Time Pet Parents — https://www.petmd.com/dog/general-health/best-dog-breeds-for-first-time-pet-parents