--- title: "Dog breeds suited to apartment living: our top 20 | Pedibase" description: "Dog breeds suited to apartment living: our top 20, based on scores from our breed listings (temperament, size, average price) and verified breeders." canonical_url: "https://www.pedibase.com/en/dog-breed-rankings/best-for-apartments" meta: "og:description": "Dog breeds suited to apartment living: our top 20, based on scores from our breed listings (temperament, size, average price) and verified breeders." "og:image": "https://www.pedibase.com/og.png" "og:image:alt": "Dog and cat breeders near you" "og:image:height": "630" "og:image:width": "1200" "og:title": "Dog breeds suited to apartment living: our top 20" "twitter:description": "Dog breeds suited to apartment living: our top 20, based on scores from our breed listings (temperament, size, average price) and verified breeders." "twitter:image": "https://www.pedibase.com/og.png" "twitter:title": "Dog breeds suited to apartment living: our top 20" --- > Index of every page on this site: [llms.txt](https://www.pedibase.com/llms.txt) Top 20 # Dog breeds suited to apartment living Not all dog breeds adapt equally well to indoor living. These breeds are often recommended for apartments, provided they get walks and stimulation. Open a breed profile for temperament, grooming and breeders. 1. 1 [![Chihuahua](https://www.pedibase.com/_img/rs:fill:120:100/el:1/q:82/f:webp/plain/s3://media-pedibase/public/4403/blubble_head_english_chihuahua_-_warhol.jpg)](https://www.pedibase.com/en/dog-breed/chihuahua) ## [Chihuahua](https://www.pedibase.com/en/dog-breed/chihuahua) The smallest purebred dog in the world, lively, affectionate and very attached to its home. Apartment living: 5/5Small Mexico [View listing](https://www.pedibase.com/en/dog-breed/chihuahua) [ 358 breeders](https://www.pedibase.com/en/breeders-of-chihuahua) 2. 2 [![French Bulldog](https://www.pedibase.com/_img/rs:fill:120:100/el:1/q:82/f:webp/plain/s3://media-pedibase/public/4394/pexels-photo-16603584.jpeg)](https://www.pedibase.com/en/dog-breed/french-bulldog) ## [French Bulldog](https://www.pedibase.com/en/dog-breed/french-bulldog) Small companion dog very attached to its family, the French Bulldog combines tenderness, good humor and true adaptation to city life. Apartment living: 5/5Small France [View listing](https://www.pedibase.com/en/dog-breed/french-bulldog) [ 244 breeders](https://www.pedibase.com/en/breeders-of-french-bulldog) 3. 3 [![Yorkshire Terrier](https://www.pedibase.com/_img/rs:fill:120:100/el:1/q:82/f:webp/plain/s3://media-pedibase/public/18/pexels-photo-35386961.jpeg)](https://www.pedibase.com/en/dog-breed/yorkshire-terrier) ## [Yorkshire Terrier](https://www.pedibase.com/en/dog-breed/yorkshire-terrier) Small, lively and elegant terrier, the Yorkshire Terrier charms with its big personality in a miniature format. Apartment living: 5/5Small United Kingdom [View listing](https://www.pedibase.com/en/dog-breed/yorkshire-terrier) [ 179 breeders](https://www.pedibase.com/en/breeders-of-yorkshire-terrier) 4. 4 [![Shih Tzu](https://www.pedibase.com/_img/rs:fill:120:100/el:1/q:82/f:webp/plain/s3://media-pedibase/public/6663/pexels-photo-32269523.jpeg)](https://www.pedibase.com/en/dog-breed/shih-tzu) ## [Shih Tzu](https://www.pedibase.com/en/dog-breed/shih-tzu) Small affectionate, intelligent companion dog, very attached to its family. Apartment living: 5/5Small Tibet [View listing](https://www.pedibase.com/en/dog-breed/shih-tzu) [ 122 breeders](https://www.pedibase.com/en/breeders-of-shih-tzu) 5. 5 [![Pug](https://www.pedibase.com/_img/rs:fill:120:100/el:1/q:82/f:webp/plain/s3://media-pedibase/public/7370/carlin-1.jpg)](https://www.pedibase.com/en/dog-breed/pug) ## [Pug](https://www.pedibase.com/en/dog-breed/pug) Small companion dog with a wrinkled face, the Pug charms with its gentleness, its cheerfulness and its affectionate presence. Apartment living: 5/5Small China [View listing](https://www.pedibase.com/en/dog-breed/pug) [ 82 breeders](https://www.pedibase.com/en/breeders-of-pug) 6. 6 [![Continental Toy Spaniel](https://www.pedibase.com/_img/rs:fill:120:100/el:1/q:82/f:webp/plain/s3://media-pedibase/public/8291/epagneul-nain-continental-9.jpg)](https://www.pedibase.com/en/dog-breed/continental-toy-spaniel) ## [Continental Toy Spaniel](https://www.pedibase.com/en/dog-breed/continental-toy-spaniel) Small lively and affectionate companion dog, as elegant as it is adaptable to everyday life. Apartment living: 5/5Small France, Belgium [View listing](https://www.pedibase.com/en/dog-breed/continental-toy-spaniel) [ 39 breeders](https://www.pedibase.com/en/breeders-of-continental-toy-spaniel) 7. 7 [![Maltese](https://www.pedibase.com/_img/rs:fill:120:100/el:1/q:82/f:webp/plain/s3://media-pedibase/public/4910/pexels-photo-23542118.jpeg)](https://www.pedibase.com/en/dog-breed/maltese) ## [Maltese](https://www.pedibase.com/en/dog-breed/maltese) A small elegant, affectionate and lively companion with a long silky white coat. Apartment living: 5/5Small Italy [View listing](https://www.pedibase.com/en/dog-breed/maltese) [ 33 breeders](https://www.pedibase.com/en/breeders-of-maltese) 8. 8 [![Tibetan Spaniel](https://www.pedibase.com/_img/rs:fill:120:100/el:1/q:82/f:webp/plain/s3://media-pedibase/public/7810/epagneul-tibetain-3.jpg)](https://www.pedibase.com/en/dog-breed/tibetan-spaniel) ## [Tibetan Spaniel](https://www.pedibase.com/en/dog-breed/tibetan-spaniel) Small, alert, elegant and loyal dog, the Tibetan Spaniel is a very endearing companion for city life. Apartment living: 5/5Small China, Great Britain [View listing](https://www.pedibase.com/en/dog-breed/tibetan-spaniel) [ 30 breeders](https://www.pedibase.com/en/breeders-of-tibetan-spaniel) 9. 9 [![Coton de Tulear](https://www.pedibase.com/_img/rs:fill:120:100/el:1/q:82/f:webp/plain/s3://media-pedibase/public/4917/pexels-photo-39201382.jpeg)](https://www.pedibase.com/en/dog-breed/coton-de-tulear) ## [Coton de Tulear](https://www.pedibase.com/en/dog-breed/coton-de-tulear) A small cheerful, affectionate and intelligent companion with a white coat as soft as cotton. Apartment living: 5/5Small Madagascar [View listing](https://www.pedibase.com/en/dog-breed/coton-de-tulear) [ 29 breeders](https://www.pedibase.com/en/breeders-of-coton-de-tulear) 10. 10 [![American Cocker Spaniel](https://www.pedibase.com/_img/rs:fill:120:100/el:1/q:82/f:webp/plain/s3://media-pedibase/public/9300/cocker-americain-1788178617945.jpg)](https://www.pedibase.com/en/dog-breed/american-cocker-spaniel) ## [American Cocker Spaniel](https://www.pedibase.com/en/dog-breed/american-cocker-spaniel) A small, cheerful and elegant spaniel, very attached to its family. Apartment living: 5/5Medium United States [View listing](https://www.pedibase.com/en/dog-breed/american-cocker-spaniel) [ 21 breeders](https://www.pedibase.com/en/breeders-of-american-cocker-spaniel) 11. 11 [![Bichon Frise](https://www.pedibase.com/_img/rs:fill:120:100/el:1/q:82/f:webp/plain/s3://media-pedibase/public/9341/bichon-a-poil-frise-herbe.jpg)](https://www.pedibase.com/en/dog-breed/bichon-frise) ## [Bichon Frise](https://www.pedibase.com/en/dog-breed/bichon-frise) A small white companion, cheerful and affectionate, with a characteristic curly coat. Apartment living: 5/5Small Belgium, France [View listing](https://www.pedibase.com/en/dog-breed/bichon-frise) [ 19 breeders](https://www.pedibase.com/en/breeders-of-bichon-frise) 12. 12 [![Russian Toy](https://www.pedibase.com/_img/rs:fill:120:100/el:1/q:82/f:webp/plain/s3://media-pedibase/public/10000/russkiy-toy-lawn.jpg)](https://www.pedibase.com/en/dog-breed/russian-toy) ## [Russian Toy](https://www.pedibase.com/en/dog-breed/russian-toy) The lively, elegant little Russian dog, very attached to its human. Apartment living: 5/5Small Russia [View listing](https://www.pedibase.com/en/dog-breed/russian-toy) [ 18 breeders](https://www.pedibase.com/en/breeders-of-russian-toy) 13. 13 [![Biewer Yorkshire](https://www.pedibase.com/_img/rs:fill:120:100/el:1/q:82/f:webp/plain/s3://media-pedibase/public/5654/pexels-photo-11309269.jpeg)](https://www.pedibase.com/en/dog-breed/biewer-yorkshire) ## [Biewer Yorkshire](https://www.pedibase.com/en/dog-breed/biewer-yorkshire) A small tricolour companion, lively and affectionate, with a long coat that requires attentive care. Apartment living: 5/5Small Germany [View listing](https://www.pedibase.com/en/dog-breed/biewer-yorkshire) [ 12 breeders](https://www.pedibase.com/en/breeders-of-biewer-yorkshire) 14. 14 [![Pekingese](https://www.pedibase.com/_img/rs:fill:120:100/el:1/q:82/f:webp/plain/s3://media-pedibase/public/5660/1495867009_b1ae204b29.jpg)](https://www.pedibase.com/en/dog-breed/pekingese) ## [Pekingese](https://www.pedibase.com/en/dog-breed/pekingese) Small noble companion dog, calm and very attached to its owner. Apartment living: 5/5Small China [View listing](https://www.pedibase.com/en/dog-breed/pekingese) [ 11 breeders](https://www.pedibase.com/en/breeders-of-pekingese) 15. 15 [![Japanese Chin](https://www.pedibase.com/_img/rs:fill:120:100/el:1/q:82/f:webp/plain/s3://media-pedibase/public/8836/epagneul-japonais-3.jpg)](https://www.pedibase.com/en/dog-breed/japanese-chin) ## [Japanese Chin](https://www.pedibase.com/en/dog-breed/japanese-chin) A small elegant companion dog, gentle and very attached to its home. Apartment living: 5/5Small Japan [View listing](https://www.pedibase.com/en/dog-breed/japanese-chin) [ 7 breeders](https://www.pedibase.com/en/breeders-of-japanese-chin) 16. 16 [![American Hairless Terrier](https://www.pedibase.com/_img/rs:fill:120:100/el:1/q:82/f:webp/plain/s3://media-pedibase/public/10352/terrier-americain-sans-poil-1.jpg)](https://www.pedibase.com/en/dog-breed/american-hairless-terrier) ## [American Hairless Terrier](https://www.pedibase.com/en/dog-breed/american-hairless-terrier) American Hairless Terrier, lively, playful and very close to its family. Apartment living: 5/5Small United States (Louisiana) [View listing](https://www.pedibase.com/en/dog-breed/american-hairless-terrier) [ 4 breeders](https://www.pedibase.com/en/breeders-of-american-hairless-terrier) 17. 17 [![Prague Ratter](https://www.pedibase.com/_img/rs:fill:120:100/el:1/q:82/f:webp/plain/s3://media-pedibase/public/4678/pexels-photo-19433570.jpeg)](https://www.pedibase.com/en/dog-breed/prague-ratter) ## [Prague Ratter](https://www.pedibase.com/en/dog-breed/prague-ratter) The Pražský Krysařík: tiny, alert and proud, one of the smallest dogs in Europe. Apartment living: 5/5Small Czech Republic [View listing](https://www.pedibase.com/en/dog-breed/prague-ratter) [ 4 breeders](https://www.pedibase.com/en/breeders-of-prague-ratter) 18. 18 [![Bolognese](https://www.pedibase.com/_img/rs:fill:120:100/el:1/q:82/f:webp/plain/s3://media-pedibase/public/8445/bichon-bolonais-8.jpg)](https://www.pedibase.com/en/dog-breed/bolognese) ## [Bolognese](https://www.pedibase.com/en/dog-breed/bolognese) A small Italian companion, gentle, faithful and elegant, dressed in an abundant white coat. Apartment living: 5/5Small Italy [View listing](https://www.pedibase.com/en/dog-breed/bolognese) [ 2 breeders](https://www.pedibase.com/en/breeders-of-bolognese) 19. 19 [![Little Lion Dog](https://www.pedibase.com/_img/rs:fill:120:100/el:1/q:82/f:webp/plain/s3://media-pedibase/public/5445/petit_chien_lion_in_riga_1.jpg)](https://www.pedibase.com/en/dog-breed/little-lion-dog) ## [Little Lion Dog](https://www.pedibase.com/en/dog-breed/little-lion-dog) A small, lively, elegant companion dog that is very attached to its family. Apartment living: 5/5Small France [View listing](https://www.pedibase.com/en/dog-breed/little-lion-dog) [ 2 breeders](https://www.pedibase.com/en/breeders-of-little-lion-dog) 20. 20 [![Cavapoo](https://www.pedibase.com/_img/rs:fill:120:100/el:1/q:82/f:webp/plain/s3://media-pedibase/public/4861/pexels-photo-29296760.jpeg)](https://www.pedibase.com/en/dog-breed/cavapoo) ## [Cavapoo](https://www.pedibase.com/en/dog-breed/cavapoo) Small companion dog, cheerful, sociable and very attached to its family. Apartment living: 5/5Small Australia [View listing](https://www.pedibase.com/en/dog-breed/cavapoo) [ 1 breeder](https://www.pedibase.com/en/breeders-of-cavapoo) This ranking is based on scores from 1 to 5 assigned to each dog breed in our listings. 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