Best Dogs for Apartments — our top picks
English Toy Spaniel (King Charles Spaniel)
Flat-faced toy spaniel with domed head and gentle demeanor. Quieter and more reserved than Cavalier.
French Bulldog
Muscular flat-faced breed with bat ears and adaptable personality. Excellent apartment companion.
Mi-Ki
American toy breed with calm, friendly temperament. Hypoallergenic companion developed for optimal family pet characteristics.
Boston Terrier
American Gentleman with tuxedo markings and friendly disposition. Intelligent and easy-going companion.
Cavalier King Charles Spaniel
Gentle toy spaniel with silky coat and sweet expression. Perfect family companion with sporting dog heritage.
Cavalier King Charles Spaniel
Gentle, affectionate toy spaniel with a silky coat and friendly disposition. Known for their adaptability and excellent temperament with children.
Cavapoo
Cavalier King Charles Spaniel and Poodle cross. Gentle and friendly with reduced shedding.
Dandie Dinmont Terrier
Unique Scottish terrier with long body and distinctive topknot. Calm, dignified, and devoted companion.
Japanese Chin
Oriental toy breed with distinctive flat face and cat-like personality. Elegant and dignified companion.
King Charles Spaniel
English toy spaniel with domed head and short nose. Gentle, quiet, and devoted lap dog with regal bearing.
Pug
Charming flat-faced toy breed with wrinkled face and cheerful personality. \"Multum in parvo\" - much in little.
Sealyham Terrier
Small Welsh terrier with distinctive white coat. Calm, charming, and less aggressive than most terriers.
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- What is the best dog for apartment living?
- Based on temperament and care needs, the English Toy Spaniel (King Charles Spaniel) ranks as the top choice for apartment living, followed by the French Bulldog and Mi-Ki.
- How was this list of dogs for apartment living chosen?
- Each breed is scored on the traits that matter most for apartment living — such as energy, size, grooming and temperament — using DoggyQ's breed database. For a recommendation tailored to your exact situation, take the free quiz.