Before choosing a dog, decide on the choice of breed and its role in the family. If the family has small children, or a large house requiring protection, different breeds of dogs will meet these requirements. We have identified a list of breeds and recommendations for keeping for different people and characters. Every pet needs a lot of care. It is worth considering many factors when choosing a dog: the tendency of family members to allergies; the type of housing you live in, how much space is available in the house and whether there is a garden for walking; how much time you can devote to daily feeding and care; willingness to devote time and attention to the pet, your employment at work and other obligations.
Dogs for keeping in the city. The ideal city dog does not bark, does not require long walks and complex grooming.
Boston Terriers are good-natured, smart and accommodating. Despite being bred as a fighting dog breed, there is not a drop of aggressiveness in them - just a little bit of stubbornness. For life in the city, they are good because they do not require a lot of physical exertion and complex care, and also almost do not shed. They snore and don't tolerate cold and heat well, so get warm suits for the winter. Like other breeds with a short muzzle, they have difficulty breathing. Caring for them is very simple: you need to feed twice a day, sometimes brush with a stiff bristle brush and wash as needed.
English Bulldogs are ideal for living in apartments, they do not like noisy games and are a little lazy. They have a surprisingly docile nature, they are calm and patient. They are very attached to the family in which they live. They get along well with children and make excellent companions for the elderly. English Bulldogs will never attack first, but will defend their own. It is not difficult to take care of them: you will have to forcefully pull them out for short walks, wipe the coat once a week with a damp towel, comb it with a stiff brush, and make sure that the wrinkles on the muzzle remain clean. It is worth noting that English Bulldogs are prone to obesity. Digestive problems can be avoided by not mixing dry and natural food. Bulldogs are also pretty slobbery.
Cavalier King The Charles Spaniel is the most comfortable dog breed to keep in apartments, they are friendly, playful and small. A wonderful companion for children and even cats and other pets.
Cocker Spaniel, French Bulldog or Pembroke Welsh Corgi breedPugs are suitable for those who like sociable and active dogs. These kind and cheerful creatures will follow you from room to room and climb into bed when you go to bed. They like to be stroked and picked up. They get tired quickly, so you won’t have to walk with them for a long time. They love to take a nap on the couch and eat. One problem with pugs is that they shed a lot, so many owners brush them every day. You will also have to carefully look after the folds on the muzzle - wipe them with a damp cotton swab. This will be easy to do, because pugs are very obedient.
Decorative dogs of small and medium breeds such as the Cocker Spaniel, French Bulldog or Pembroke Welsh Corgi breed will become a companion of a small family living in a medium-sized apartment in the city. They love to travel, so you can take these dogs to your car or train. They adapt quickly to the terrain, but require special attention from nutritionists and are often prone to skin diseases.
Great family dogs include Collies, Irish Setters, Golden Retrievers, and Labrador Retrievers. They are sociable, cheerful, but require special attention in time from family members. They like to run and frolic, they have a lot of energy, therefore, long walks in forests and parks await you, such dogs need special high quality food and a good diet.
is a hunting dog that can kept in an apartment due to its medium size. The lively nature of this breed of dogs makes them wonderful friends for children. Dachshunds are always ready for active games and fun. This is a hunting dog breed, so it is important to keep it busy during the absence of people in the house, for example, to purchase special toys. Dachshunds are highly trainable. But they do not always get along with other pets, the hunting instincts are to blame. There are 3 variants of the breed depending on the size: rabbit dachshund, dwarf and standard. This breed is unpretentious in care, they will need trimming twice a year and regular combing.
Caucasian Shepherd, Doberman or Giant Schnauzer are service dogs that serve in the army, police and customs, rescue service, they are loyal and easy to train . Such a dog can become a reliable watchman of your home and a family guard.
German Shepherds, St. Bernards, Newfoundlands belong to the type of hunting dogs. For their comfort, it is worth having a large plot where there are a variety of trees, shrubs and buildings. These pets are sociable and require friends, in which case it is better to get two or three serious watchdogs to be sure of safety. For the most part, dogs do not mind keeping company with children in joint games. An interesting fact, the larger the dog, the higher the likelihood that it will be more condescending and affectionate towards the child.