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Kerste (8/11/2006)
Well, ideally, the whole point of my asking for tips about good small/medium sized breeds is so that I can do my research. I don't plan to get a new puppy for at least 6 months, and I will be using that time to research my choices and narrow down the search. A good size would be under 30 pounds, I think. I plan to exercise the dog at least once daily, if not more, and we do live in a warm climate where the temp can be well over 100 degrees during the summer months. I did look at Pugs and Puggles because I've always wanted one, but their breathing problems worry me. I couldn't find much information about Puggles online, but I suppse that is because they are a fairly new "breed". If anyone has a good site I could go to for info on them I would appreciate it very much. We've also been looking at Mini Pins, but I'm worried they may be a bit like the Chihuahuas. From what I've read they seem to be a bit larger which is good, but I haven't read up on their temperment. My husband has told me that greyhounds and dogs of similar body structure are a "no go" as he's had them in the past and know their problems first hand. Also, dogs with longer backs and shorter legs would not fair well with us I'm afraid. Because we are both very tall most of our funiture is too. I'd be afraid they'd hurt themselves jumping from place to place. Thank you for all the feedback so far. You've all been helpful! Kerste, You have said you are looking into the min pins. These little dogs are HIGH ENERGY. If they don't get enough mental stimulation they will be very unhappy and will find things (that you may not like) to do. They can be nasty towards strangers unless you socialize early and keep it going. Your right about the short legged, long backs. That is a concern when they are jumping on or off things. Like I said before and it sounds like you are going to take the time and do it is research your breed. Really and truly I would suggest the Doberman or Cane Corso. I have nothing but good things to say about these two breeds, but your in an apartment and the apartment complex isn't going to let you have them for several reasons. I thought I would just suggest my FAVORITES.  Just one more thing, If you decide to have kids (human) then you might keep that in mind as to what kind of dog will best fit your life style. Not all dogs can handle kids.
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Kerste (8/11/2006)
Well, ideally, the whole point of my asking for tips about good small/medium sized breeds is so that I can do my research. I don't plan to get a new puppy for at least 6 months, and I will be using that time to research my choices and narrow down the search. A good size would be under 30 pounds, I think. I plan to exercise the dog at least once daily, if not more, and we do live in a warm climate where the temp can be well over 100 degrees during the summer months. I did look at Pugs and Puggles because I've always wanted one, but their breathing problems worry me. I couldn't find much information about Puggles online, but I suppse that is because they are a fairly new "breed". If anyone has a good site I could go to for info on them I would appreciate it very much. We've also been looking at Mini Pins, but I'm worried they may be a bit like the Chihuahuas. From what I've read they seem to be a bit larger which is good, but I haven't read up on their temperment. My husband has told me that greyhounds and dogs of similar body structure are a "no go" as he's had them in the past and know their problems first hand. Also, dogs with longer backs and shorter legs would not fair well with us I'm afraid. Because we are both very tall most of our funiture is too. I'd be afraid they'd hurt themselves jumping from place to place. Thank you for all the feedback so far. You've all been helpful! I am not sure what "problems" your husband had with greyhounds. They actually have a very low incidence of hip problems (although a history of injury can change that, of course) and are not high energy/high exercise need dogs. But if he doesn't want a greyhound/whippet, then obviously they are out. Puggles aren't a breed. They are an irresponsibly bred mixed breed dog. The bad thing about them is that there is no such thing as a responsible puggle breeder so there are already a lot of them turning up in shelters, because they are a fad "designer dog" that people buy, apparently not quite realizing that what they are paying lots of money for is a beagle mix. People hope to get the amiability and health of the beagle and the trainability and charm of the pug. Of course, many puggles will inherit the trainability of the beagle (last seen disappearing over the horizon as his owner runs behind him, calling to him in vain) and the health of the pug (Get a pug! Make your veterinarian very rich!). Of course, this means that you can almost certainly find a puggle (and plenty of other beagle mixes) at a shelter. If you are open to a mixed breed dog, (and you must be, since you are considering puggles) and if you don't EVER plan to let the dog off leash, a beagle mix (from a shelter, not from a mixed breed dog "breeder" since giving money to breeders for breeding irresponsibly is an immoral thing to do) is not a bad choice, actually. Beagles are amiable and tend to live forever with few health problems. They are shorthaired (although they do shed) and they need some exercise, but they are sweet and cute little dogs.
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leopard gurl,
It doesn't matter what breed anybody suggests. They are going to have to do a lot of RESEARCH RESEARCH RESEARCH on the breed they want or is thinking about. Just because you have heard or seen some breeds being bad and destructive doesn't mean all dogs of that breed are that way. Vizsla's are a hunting dog and need A LOT MORE EXCERISE then you said. They DEFIENTLY don't belong in an apartment. You need to stop shooting down everyone's idea of a good apartment dog. Not every dog will act the same, you should know that since you say you are a dog groomer. So far YOUR dog is the only perfect dog for an apartment. You have managed to shoot down everyone else. Amen Mandy I was thinking the same thing. My first instinct was to reply that if you aren't home and can't exercise maybe you should wait to get a dog. However, I would like to now say that there is a right dog out there for you. As previously stated research is the answer. Any breeder worth his salt will not sell you a dog if the dog is not appropriate for apartment living. Choose your breeder carefully and be honest about how much you are home, where you live, and your ability to exercise.
 Mandy Mae - 6 yrs old on the right Krissy Kay - 6 yrs old on the left Tommy Tri - 5 yrs old up front
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A small dog like a dachshund or a chihuahua.
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before we bought our house, we had to live in a apartment, and wanted a dog again.
So we decided on a miniture schnauzer, great apartment dwellers, hyper little guys , but all dogs need excersise.
Tenacious D is now almost 9 , and happy as can be, now tht he has a yard toshare to PLAY in with our Dobe .
Our Dogs are not spoiled,we're just well trained 
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luvmyspringers (8/11/2006)
[quote]Amen Mandy I was thinking the same thing.Luvmyspringers, Thank you. I am glad someone else agrees with me.
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| Another dog that might meet your criteria and, while little, has a big dog attitude, is a staffordshire bull terrier. They are cute, friendly with people and hardy. Unfortunately, a lot of them are somewhat dog aggressive, so dog parks are out for exercise. Also, they are often (unfairly, in my view) lumped together with "pit bulls," by insurance companies, landlords and governments so you might face either having to move, or pay a lot for insurance. If you live in an area with a lot of pit bulls at the local shelter, I wouldn't risk a SBT, because you are only a headline away from possibly having your dog banned. If you live in an urban area, by the way, and if you plan to ever use dog parks for exercise (and they can be wonderful) pay CLOSE attention to how dog aggressive a breed (and a line of a breed) you choose is. Breeders and shelters often act as though dog aggression is no big issue, but even if you aren't going to go to dog parks, it makes life with a dog substantially more complicated and it can make a lot of the most fun things you can do with a dog impossible.
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