The Best Dogs For Small Houses

If you want to adopt a pet and your home is small, don’t be intimidated. We tell you a series of questions that you should take into account when thinking about  the most recommended dog options for small houses.

And if you already have a furry friend and you have to move to a smaller space, don’t despair either. With patience and love, the solution can be found so that the animal adapts to the new situation.

Of course, in no way should you consider looking for another owner and, much less, abandon it.

Are there better dogs for small houses?

Claiming that one dog will be better suited than another to a small house, or even an apartment, is somewhat risky.

On the basis that the size or breed of the animal can determine better living conditions in confined spaces, we must also consider other factors, such as our lifestyle and the time we can dedicate to the pet.

Although the ideal would be for both humans and dogs to live in spacious houses, with large patios and gardens, we must learn to accommodate different circumstances.

And if you commit to meeting your furry’s needs, surely he will adapt to the size of his new home.

Tours and education beyond the dimensions of your home

Regardless of the size of your home and that of your pet, a dog needs to go outside to, among other things:

• To walk
• To run
• Play
• Connect with your peers
• Sniff at ease

In addition, it is clear that you must teach your dog basic rules of behavior and that, in that package, there must be the control of excessive barking.

This issue is enhanced if you live in an apartment since, if your pet barks all the time, it can cause problems with the neighbors. Do not forget, in these cases, to consult the building regulations.

Some breeds that can better adapt to a confined space

In some cases, reality prevails. If we live in a one-room apartment, having a Saint Bernard or a Great Dane can be as uncomfortable for us as it is for the animal.

We give you a list, in case you want to take it as a reference, on the most recommended dog breeds for small houses, taking into account their size and character.

In alphabetical order:

• Maltese Bichon

• French bulldog
• English bulldog
• Cocker spaniel
• Lhasa Apso
• Pekingese
• Poodle
• Pug
• Shih Tzu
• West highland white terrier

Other breeds that can adapt to tight spaces

Next, we include another  list of dog breeds that are also recommended to adopt if you have a small house. But you should know that they are more barking and nervous breeds than those indicated above.

For this reason, if they are not properly educated, they can cause problems with the neighbors if you live in an apartment. Consider, then, these other options:

• Chihuahua
• Dachshund (Sausage)
• Pomeranian
• Mini Schnauzer
• Yorkshire

Large and mixed breeds in small houses

There are some larger dog breeds that, due to their characteristics, could also adapt without major inconvenience to small spaces. This is the case of the Labradors and the Golden , without underestimating the Greyhounds and the Boxers .

As for mongrel dogs, if you are going to adopt one, ask about their personality characteristics in the shelter, to try to unravel if they will be able to accommodate without too much effort in a small house.

Responsibility and love

When adopting a dog we must always bear in mind that we are taking responsibility for a living being and that we are making a commitment that has to be for life.

This commitment implies considering, a priori, if you are going to be able to cover all the needs of your future friend. And on that list is, of course, evaluating if you have enough space in your home for the animal to be comfortable without bothering the rest of the family.

Although the house may be small but the heart may be large, love is also guaranteeing quality of life for humans and animals.

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